The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a fresh advisory to Indian students planning to pursue undergraduate medical courses abroad. The advisory highlights the importance of adhering to specific regulations and standards to ensure eligibility for medical practice in India. This advisory was dated November 22, 2024 and published on November 27, 2024.
Key Points of the Advisory
The NMC has outlined specific regulations for foreign medical graduates (FMGs) in the Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiates (FMGL) Regulations, 2021. These regulations pertain to the duration of study, medium of instruction, syllabus, clinical training, and internship/clerkship requirements.
Students who do not comply with these regulations may face disqualification from obtaining medical registration in India, even after completing their foreign medical degree.
Students are advised to conduct thorough research and ensure that the foreign medical institutions they choose adhere to the prescribed standards and regulations.
The advisory warns about the risks associated with attending institutions that do not follow NMC guidelines, as it may hinder their ability to practice medicine in India upon completion of their studies.
The NMC’s advisory aims to safeguard the interests of Indian students and ensure that they meet the necessary requirements for a successful medical career in India. Students are urged to exercise caution and make informed decisions when selecting foreign medical institutions.
