The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a notification inviting applications for the establishment of new medical colleges and the increase of undergraduate (UG) seats in existing medical institutions. This notice was published on December 5, 2024.
The application portal will be open from December 5, 2024, to January 4, 2025.
Applicants must adhere to the guidelines outlined in the MARB Guidelines for assessment of medical colleges/institutions-2024.
Applications will undergo a rigorous evaluation process, including document verification and physical inspections.
Institutions must strictly adhere to the NMC’s regulations, particularly regarding faculty strength, infrastructure, and clinical facilities.
The NMC emphasizes the importance of maintaining high standards of medical education and patient care.
Key Considerations for Applicants
- Applicants must submit essential documents such as essentiality certificates, consent of affiliation, and application fees.
- Institutions must ensure adequate faculty and staff to meet the prescribed standards.
- The infrastructure and facilities must be up to the mark to provide a conducive learning environment.
- Institutions must ensure that students receive adequate clinical exposure, including patient interaction and practical training.
- Strict adherence to anti-ragging regulations is mandatory.
The NMC’s initiative to invite applications for new medical colleges and seat increases aims to address the growing demand for medical education in India.
