Medical Colleges Required to Submit Annual Reports on PG Medical Courses by October 31st
The MSMER-2023 regulations mandate that medical institutions submit annual reports to ensure they meet the required standards for PG medical education. This process allows for assessment of various aspects, including infrastructure, faculty qualifications, and student support systems. All medical colleges and institutions offering postgraduate (PG) medical courses in India must submit Annual Disclosure Report by October 31, 2024.
Process For Application For New Postgraduate Medical Qualifications
Medical colleges and institutes can apply if they want to offer a postgraduate medical qualification not currently listed in Annexures of the Post Graduate Medical Education Regulations-2023. Medical colleges and institutes desiring to start a new M.D./M.S., D.M./M.Ch., PDF, PDCC or 6 YEAR D.M./M.Ch. qualification can seek guidance from the Post Graduate Medical Education Board (PGMEB) before submitting their formal application.
NHA Urges Medical Councils and Associations to Register Healthcare Professionals and Facilities on Digital Platforms
The National Health Authority (NHA) is calling on all State Medical Councils and Associations to encourage their registered healthcare providers and facilities to register on the Health Professionals Registry (HPR) and Health Facility Registry (HFR) platforms. HPR and HFR Registration Portal can be done on the portal.
NMC Announces Revised Performance Bank Guarantee Rates for Medical Colleges
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced revised rates and validity periods for performance bank guarantees (PBGs) and electronic bank guarantees (e-PBGs) for medical colleges and institutes. These changes will take effect for the academic year 2025-26 onwards.
NMC Invites Applications for New PG Medical Courses and Seat Increases
All applications must be submitted electronically through the official NMC website portal. The application window is open from September 18 to October 17, 2024. Applicants shall complete the online application form using the provided guiding document.
Nationwide Launch of Tobacco Cessation Centers in Medical Colleges
The virtual inauguration ceremony will be held on September 24, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The ceremony will be presided over by the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare. All medical institutions must make arrangements for the establishment of Tobacco Cessation Centers (TCCs) in accordance with the Operational Guidelines, display the inauguration plaque outside the TCC and facilitate the virtual inauguration.
National Medical Commission Clarifies Dissertation Or Thesis Submission Requirements
The clarification addresses concerns raised by students and institutions regarding the requirement to submit the dissertation before appearing in the final examination. Students must submit their dissertations to the university through their Head of Department (HoD) and Dean. However, students will not be barred from appearing in the final examination if they have not obtained the HoD’s approval for their dissertation.
National Medical Commission Releases Revised CBME Guidelines
In response to concerns raised by stakeholders, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has updated the Disability Guidelines in Annexure-14 of the CBME Guidelines 2024. Additionally, the CBME Topics and Competencies Volume-I, II, and III have also been revised to reflect the latest medical knowledge and best practices.
Important Notice for Aspiring Foreign Medical Graduates
The National Medical Commission (NMC) is urging all aspiring Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) to apply online for their Eligibility Certificate. The NMC has provided this final opportunity to apply for the Eligibility Certificate. Applications will not be accepted after November 4, 2024.
National Medical Commission Releases MBBS Seat Matrix for Academic Year 2024-25
The seat matrix includes details of medical colleges that were initially issued Letters of Permission (LoP) by the Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) and those that were issued LoPs after decisions made by the First Appeal Committee.
