MBBS students abroad | NMC’s requirement for eligibility certificate!

NMC requirement for MBBS students

In a recent move, the NMC has issued a 3-day ultimatum for MBBS students who ventured abroad without obtaining the necessary eligibility certificate. The commission identifies a significant number, 1,060 students, pursuing medical studies abroad without adhering to the mandatory requirement. The urgency of this directive raises questions about the consequences these students might face if they fail to comply within the stipulated time frame.

A Recap of December’s 10-Day Window

This isn’t the first time the NMC has addressed this issue. In December of the previous year, the commission granted a 10-day window to rectify the same oversight for 972 MBBS students studying abroad. The NMC has once again compiled a list of defaulters, including each candidate’s name, father’s name, and application number. The repetition of such warnings suggests a persistent problem that demands immediate attention.

Ethics and Medical Registration Board

The Ethics and Medical Registration Board (EMRB) played a crucial role in identifying deficiencies in the applications of these students. After a thorough review process, the board observed that the mentioned applicants proceeded abroad without obtaining the necessary eligibility certificate. Thus, the EMRB has decided to grant a 3-day window for students to rectify deficiencies through NMC’s eligibility portal. The consequences of non-compliance are clear: applications failing to meet the deadline will be rejected.

The Medical Council of India Act, 1956

The NMC emphasizes that the legal framework, the Medical Council of India Act, 1956, is explicit on the matter. According to this legislation, an Indian citizen seeking MBBS admission abroad must possess an eligibility certificate. The qualification of the National Eligibility Entrance Test (NEET) serves as the gateway for students aspiring to pursue MBBS degrees in foreign institutes. The commission underscores the importance of timely rectification to expedite the processing of eligibility certificates and ensure smooth progress in the students’ academic pursuits.

In the face of this regulation, MBBS students abroad must act swiftly to meet the 3-day deadline.

WRITTEN BY

Aastha

Study Abroad Expert

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