NMC approves establishment of 113 new medical undergraduate colleges

In a significant boost to increase medical seats in the country, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved the establishment of 113 new undergraduate medical colleges for the academic year 2024-25.

According to a public notice by the top medical body, the commission has communicated its decisions directly to the concerned medical institutions/colleges through the contact information provided in their applications.

The respective institutions are required to take necessary actions within a specified timeframe after receiving the official communication.

Earlier, the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) had issued a public notice inviting applications for new UG medical colleges on April 3.

The additional MBBS seats aim to benefit aspiring medical students and contribute to bridging the gap in healthcare professionals across the country.

The NMC, formed through the National Medical Commission Act, 2019, enacted by Parliament is responsible for enhancing access to quality and affordable medical education and ensure there is competent medical professionals across the nation.

The NMC is also tasked with conducting transparent evaluations of medical institutions, upholding stringent ethical standards in medical practice.

Among 113 new colleges are Delhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Najafgarh, South West Delhi; School of Medical Science, Sri Satya Sai University of Technology and Medical, Sehore (MP); Autonomous State Medical College, Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh; Mahatma Vidur Autonomous State Medical College, Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh and more.
Check out the full list here.