The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is set to announce the new NEET PG 2024 exam date later this week, following the postponement of the original June 23 exam. This article also highlights 10 prominent medical institutes in the southern states of India, offering valuable information for aspiring medical professionals.
The controversy surrounding the NEET-UG examination, including allegations of unfair marking and paper leaks, is driving a large number of students towards private medical colleges. The uncertainty surrounding the exam’s future, with the Supreme Court set to hear petitions on July 8, is adding to the confusion and leading students to seek admission in private institutions where counselling begins on July 6.
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has postponed the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Postgraduate (NEET PG) exam scheduled for June 23rd, causing widespread anger and frustration among aspiring doctors. The last-minute cancellation, announced just hours before the exam, has been met with criticism for its impact on students who had travelled long distances and incurred significant expenses. The postponement follows the recent controversy surrounding the NEET-UG exam paper leak, leading to calls for the dissolution of the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Retired Justice A K Rajan recommends the Tamil Nadu government eliminate NEET and use Plus Two marks for medical program admissions. The committee’s report highlights NEET’s negative impact on underprivileged students. Chief Minister M K Stalin shares the report and expresses support for a NEET-free education system.
A nationwide inspection by the National Medical Commission (NMC) has revealed that approximately 80% of Indian medical colleges fall short of the minimum criteria set by the regulator. The inspection uncovered severe deficiencies, including absenteeism of faculty, inadequate infrastructure, and student grievances related to ragging, poor hostels, and strained student-teacher relationships.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has made Ayushman Bharat Health Accounts (ABHA) IDs mandatory for all medical colleges in India. The move aims to enhance patient access to digital health records and provide a more accurate assessment of the number of patients treated by medical institutions. Starting from the academic year 2025-26, decisions regarding medical college assessments and recognition will rely on the registration of patients through ABHA IDs. The creation of ABHA IDs will also help address the issue of ‘ghost patients’ and improve transparency in the healthcare system.
Amidst extreme weather conditions, including heat waves, heavy rains, and disease outbreaks, the Indian government plans to incorporate climate change education into medical students’ curricula. This move aims to enhance healthcare professionals’ ability to treat and respond effectively to health hazards stemming from climate-related events. Heatstrokes, vector-borne diseases, and emerging viruses pose significant challenges, prompting the need for doctors to stay informed and equipped to address these issues.
Uttar Pradesh is poised to join the league of states with over 10,000 medical seats as it aims to add 12 new medical colleges to its current count of 9,200 MBBS seats. The National Medical Commission (NMC) is processing applications for these colleges, which are expected to undergo inspections soon. UP submitted applications for colleges in various districts, including Kushinagar, Pilibhit, and Kanpur Dehat.
