MoHFW clarifies on Medical Colleges under PPP Model
The regulations of National Medical Commission (NMC) allow establishment of a medical college under Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. The appropriate Government may allow the utilization of the facilities of a hospital owned and managed by it for establishing a Medical College by a person/agency /trust/society /company by entering into a Memorandum of Understanding for this purpose.
AICTE clarifies on Closure of NEEM Scheme
The AICTE has clarified that no fresh admission will be carried out after the closure of the scheme, i.e. w.e.f. 23rd December, 2022. However student enrolled on NEEM prior to 4th January, 2023 will continue to receive training and certification under the scheme till the completion of their training period.
NMC issues Circular on Transfer of AEBAS Attendance ID
The NMC urges the relevant stakeholders to strictly comply with the provisions relating to blocking and transfer AEBAS IDs and avoid undue delays in complying therewith. If any MC/ institute is found to be not transferring AEBAS IDs of employees/ faculty who have joined another MC/ institute by way of resignation or transfer, strict action will be taken against the erring institute.
NMC extends timeline for Applications for Renewal of Permissions for Academic Year 2023-2024
NMC received requests from medical colleges who were not able to apply for the renewal due to the early closure of the NMC online portal. NMC has considered these requests and is now permitting medical colleges to apply with application fees and along with sworn affidavits. The last date for submission of these applications is 17th March, 2023.
Eligibility criteria for promotion under CAS in terms of guiding Ph.D. Scholars.
It is clarified that the Eligible permanent faculty members can guide Ph.D. scholars during their probation period also.
Draft Karnataka Educational Institutions (Issue of No Objection Certificate and Control) (Amendment) Rules, 2023
The Draft Rules empower the Deputy Director for Public Instruction (DDPI) to pass suitable orders granting renewal of No Objection Certificates. Additionally, the Draft Amendment Rules contemplate that the Institution which furnishes for false information or document shall not merely be de-recognised but also be debarred from seeking NOC for a period of 2 years.
Karnataka Educational Institutions (Classification and Registration) (Amendment) Rules, 2023
As per the amendment, the Management of any institution submitted forged document in relation to building safety, fire safety shall be liable for action as in accordance with the National Building Code of India 2016 and the Indian Penal Code, 1860 and the said official responsible for issue of such false certificates and shall also be liable accordingly.
UGC invites Applications from HEIs for Recognition to Offer ODL and Online Mode Programmes
The offer invites applications for the academic year 2023-2024, for the academic session beginning from July- August, 2023 onwards. These applications are invited from eligible HEIs.
PCI extends Timeline for Submission of Online Application on PCI Portal by Existing Institutions for 2023-2024 Academic Session
PCI had by its previous Circular dated 2nd February, 2023 and Circular dated 8th February, 2023 required, inter-alia, that existing institutions submit their applications by 20th February, 2023. The PCI has now extended this timeline and provided a window from 21st February, 2023 to 27th February, 2023.
PCI issues Circular on Pharma Anveshan: 2023
The PCI has declared the birth anniversary of Prof. Mahadeva Lal Shroff, i.e. 6th of March, as National Pharmacy Education Day. Through the commemoration, PCI seeks to recognise his contribution in establishing Pharmacy Education in India. Hence, PCI will be celebrating Prof M. L Shroff’s 121st Birth Anniversary, 6th March 2023 as Pharma Anveshan-2023 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
