Processing of Applications for UG MBBS Courses for Academic Year 2024-25 Underway
The applications are being assessed in accordance with the provisions outlined in the National Medical Commission (UGMEB) Notification on Undergraduate Minimum Standard Requirements-2023. MARB has informed that it has dispatched emails to each applicant, containing crucial information regarding their application status. Applicants are advised to retrieve this letter from their email inboxes and await further instructions from the board.
New National Dental Commission Rules, 2024 Introduced to Enhance Dental Education
One significant provision involves the nomination of members to the Dental Advisory Council in states or union territories lacking Government Dental Colleges. In such cases, individuals with post-graduate degrees in dental sciences, registration with the National or State Register, and at least fifteen years of experience in the field will be appointed to the council.
New Regulations Establish Nurse Practitioner in Midwifery (NPM) Educator Program
These regulations focus on addressing the pressing need for trained healthcare professionals to cater to the approximately 30 million pregnancies occurring annually in India. The ‘Midwifery Services Initiative’ seeks to bolster reproductive, maternal, and neonatal health services by empowering nurse practitioners in midwifery through Midwifery Led Care Units (MLCUs).
New National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Rules, 2024, Established
The newly enacted rules outline the qualifications and experience required for nursing and midwifery leaders. The Commission is entrusted with several responsibilities such as undertaking studies to reduce the cost of nursing education in the country, suggesting measures to adopt modern technology and global best practices to make education more accessible, deciding the manner of hearing appeals against the decisions of Boards, consulting stakeholders while making regulations, etc.
Implementation of Transgender Rights Protection in Higher Education Institutions: Maharashtra State Directive
The Notification outlines recommendations and directives for the implementation of the National Register of Citizens-2020 to protect the rights of third party persons and provide them access to higher education institutions in Maharashtra, emphasizing strict compliance with relevant rules and provisions, addressing issues of prejudice and harassment, and ensuring equal opportunities and respect for third party persons in various aspects of social and educational life.
MARB Reviews PG Medical Course Applications
MARB has communicated on an additional online applications for new PG medical courses or augmentation of seats from medical institutions. Institutions are requested to acknowledge receipt and take necessary action within the stipulated timeline. MARB has also issued communications to medical institutions/ colleges regarding the submission of deficient documents/ information.
New Regulations for Nurse Practitioner in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing Program Introduced
The program, which adopts a clinical residency approach, emphasizes rigorous educational preparation to enable mental health/psychiatric nurse practitioners to diagnose, treat, and provide preventive care for patients with mental illnesses. Designed for registered B.Sc. nurses, the NPMH program equips participants with advanced nursing skills to deliver specialized care to individuals with mental health issues.
National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Profession Formed
The Principal of the Government Physiotherapy College and President of the Gujarat State Council for Physiotherapy has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Commission. Additionally, the Commission includes other members who will contribute to its objectives and functions as laid down under its Act and Rules.
New Regulations Set for Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery Program
Under these regulations, admission to the Ayurvedacharya (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) program will be based on merit in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate, conducted by an authority designated by the Central Government. The program’s duration is set at four years and six months for academic sessions, followed by a compulsory one-year rotatory internship.
Medical Colleges Must Submit Annual Declaration For MBBS Seats Renewal
The submission of the duly completed Annual Declaration Form for each college on the NMC Portal is deemed mandatory for the renewal process. The deadline for submission, along with the requisite fee, is set for 31st March 2024. Failure to do so within the specified timeframe will result in the denial of permission of seats for the upcoming academic year.