In the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, Saveetha Dental College has achieved a historic milestone by being the only Indian institution to secure a position within the top 15 dental schools in the world. Additionally, the college has recently gained international recognition for its achievement of being the highest-publishing dental institution globally, surpassing Harvard University’s School of Dental Medicine for the top spot.

According to media reports, Dr. N. M. Veeraiyan, Chancellor of Saveetha Dental College, expressed his immense pride in the institution, its students, and faculty for being ranked among the top 15 dental institutions in the world in the QS World Ranking 2023 by subject. He credited the achievement to the dedication and hard work of the college’s students and faculty and viewed it as a testament to their commitment to providing high-quality education, research, and clinical practices in dentistry. He also stated that this global recognition would inspire other Indian institutions to strive for excellence in their respective fields, thereby raising the profile of Indian education on the global stage. He further added that the ranking reinforces India’s status as a leading destination for higher education and highlights the potential for Indian institutions to compete with the best in the world.

The QS World University Rankings by Subject revealed that Indian universities have made significant progress, with a cumulative total of 355 entries, a rise of 18.7% from last year’s figure of 299. India is ranked second in Asia after China, with many universities making it to the top spots in popular subjects, especially in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

What is the QS World University Rankings?

The QS World University Rankings are an annual publication of university rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), a British company specializing in education and study abroad. The rankings are based on several factors, such as academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, research citations, and international faculty and  student ratios. The QS World University Rankings are considered one of the most influential university rankings in the world and are widely used by students, academics, and governments to evaluate universities and their academic programs.

About  Saveetha Dental College & Hospital

Located in Chennai, Saveetha Dental College & Hospital is a renowned institution that was established in 1988 and is affiliated with the Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS). It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, fellowship, and doctoral courses in dentistry and has 21 departments with a total of 137 faculty members. The institution is recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and has been ranked 9th and 21st, respectively, by “The Week” and “India Today”, in 2019. Its aim is to provide high-quality education and produce confident and successful dental professionals.

As confirmed by Health Minister T. Harish Rao, the state of Telangana in India is set to begin admissions for nine new medical colleges across various districts. The National Medical Commission has already conducted inspections at three of the colleges, with the remaining expected to be completed in the coming days. 

The minister has directed officials to ensure that the colleges meet the norms of the commission and that all necessary facilities are provided before the classes begin. With the addition of these nine medical colleges, the state will have a total of 26 government medical colleges and 3,690 MBBS seats.

These new medical colleges are located in various districts, such as Karimnagar, Khammam, Kamareddy, Vikarabad, Jangaon, Nirmal, Jayashankar-Bhupalpally, Sircilla, and Asifabad. The inspection of three of these colleges has already been done by NMC, with the remaining ones expected to be inspected in the coming days.

During a review meeting on Saturday, Health Minister T. Harish Rao directed officials to ensure that the nine new medical colleges slated to begin admissions this year in various districts of Telangana are prepared to obtain approval from the National Medical Commission (NMC). The Minister emphasized that all pending work should be expedited and there should not be any errors or shortcomings while satisfying the norms of the NMC.

According to the minister, 67 individuals have already received promotions in order to meet the goal of establishing the nine new medical colleges. The minister stated that within a week, 210 associate professors will be posted through counseling, and the process of appointing 1,442 assistant professors has reached the final stage, with the provisional merit list set to be released in two to three days.

 He added that steps should be taken to provide the final appointment letters within 10 days. Additionally, officials were instructed to ensure that all necessary facilities, such as hostel accommodation, furniture, and equipment, are provided before the start of classes.

At the same time, the state’s special chief secretary of finance, Ramakrishna Rao, requested the clearance of pending bills. With the completion of these nine medical colleges this year, the state’s government medical colleges would increase to 26, and the total number of MBBS seats would be 3,690.

The Indian government is reportedly considering the implementation of a common counseling process for all MBBS and PG medical seats in the country. This move comes in the wake of the draft Graduate Medical Education Regulations 2023 proposed by the National Medical Commission (NMC), which aims to standardize medical education and improve the quality of healthcare in India. If implemented, the common counseling process would streamline the admissions process for medical students and ensure that deserving candidates are selected for the available seats. This article will explore the possible implications and challenges of this proposed initiative and analyze its potential impact on the medical education landscape in India.

Presently, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) manages counselling exclusively for 15% of all-India MBBS seats and 50% of PG medical seats, but this may change soon. According to the proposal, the central government will take charge of allotment while the policies and reservation quotas of individual states will remain unaltered. Therefore, the proposed initiative would not modify the existing policies and reservations of states and would only involve the central government as the allotment authority.

According to a Health Ministry official, the common counselling process may be introduced from this year onward if the states consent to participate. In this scenario, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will be responsible for conducting the common counselling. The official emphasized that while the NMC has proposed the idea of common counselling, it can only be implemented with the voluntary participation of all the states. Therefore, the success of this initiative would depend on the willingness of states to collaborate with the central government.

The draft of the Undergraduate Medical Education Board’s Graduate Medical Education Regulations 2023 also includes a proposal for common Counselling. The NMC made this proposal public on February 27, 2023, and requested comments from the public and stakeholders within 30 days. As previously reported, the draft aims to enhance medical education standards and improve the quality of healthcare in India. The proposal for common Counselling is a part of this initiative and aims to streamline the admission process for medical students across the country.

The draft regulations for Graduate Medical Education in the Undergraduate Medical Education Board cover several topics, including the admission, counselling, and migration processes for UG medical admissions. These regulations also discuss the eligibility criteria for NEET UG, the tie-breaking criteria for NEET UG marks, the conduct of NEET UG, and the proposed common counselling process. Additionally, the regulations address the issue of student migration.

The draft regulations state that a common counselling process will be implemented for admission to graduate medical courses. The draft specifically states, “Despite any provisions stated in the current or other NMC regulations, a common counselling process will be conducted for admission to graduate medical courses across all medical institutions in India, based on the merit list of the NEET-UG.”

The draft regulations also stipulate that counselling for graduate medical courses will be based on a seat matrix provided by the National Medical Commission. The draft adds that common counselling may be conducted in multiple rounds, as required. According to the regulations, the Undergraduate Medical Education Board (UGMEB) will publish guidelines for the common counselling process, and the designated authority under Section 17 will conduct the counselling in accordance with these guidelines.

The NMC clarified that for the all-India quota seats contributed by the states, the designated authority appointed by the government will be responsible for conducting the common counselling process. Education being a subject on the concurrent list, both the central and state governments are empowered to enact laws in this domain. However, in the past, the introduction of the single entrance test for medical courses, i.e., NEET, was mandated by the judiciary, and several states are still opposing it.

According to a recent article by the Times of India, the Union Government’s proposal for common counselling can only be executed if the State Governments agree to it. The proposal is intended to transfer the allotment authority without altering the policies of the respective states or the reservation quotas.

The Times of India reports that the process of implementing a single exam and single counselling for super-specialty courses is already underway. To ensure that the policies and reservation quotas of the states remain unchanged, the states have been directed to appoint a nodal officer to explain their respective reservation systems and monitor their implementation.

 The Health Ministry official clarified to the Times of India that for the proposed single counselling process, it is necessary for all the states to cooperate and ensure that their respective rules regarding reservation and domicile status are incorporated in the counselling. The official further emphasized that the state quota rules will remain in effect.

The official from the Health Ministry stated that they aim to have representation from each state in the committee to ensure that the quotas of each state are understood and addressed accordingly. The official further mentioned that they plan to implement the process gradually.

The official from the Health Ministry highlighted the benefits of common counselling, stating that currently, a student selects from all-India quota, state quota, and sometimes private colleges, which can result in the blocking of two seats until the final stage of counselling. This may lead to a lower-merit candidate getting selected for the seats.

The official also noted that common counselling brings about the benefit of synchronization. Currently, all states conduct their counselling concurrently, and last year it was delayed by 15 days as some states failed to adhere to the schedule. With a single counselling session, this issue will be resolved, according to the official.

An official from Karnataka who is aware of the matter told TOI that although there are advantages to common counselling, such as providing students with information about courses at deemed universities, there should also be a system in place to verify the credibility of a student’s claimed reservation through a document-verification process held at the state level.

With 67 medical colleges, Uttar Pradesh (UP) holds the distinction of being the largest and most populous state in India. Out of these, 35 are government medical colleges and 32 are private medical colleges, offering a total of 5,128 MBBS seats as of 2023. In a bid to improve healthcare facilities, the government of UP has proposed to set up a medical college in every district. This move is expected to provide students with enhanced clinical exposure, especially given the high population density of the state.

Uttar Pradesh (UP) offers numerous advantages to students pursuing a career in Medicine, including access to top-notch education. The state boasts some of the best medical colleges in the country that provide students with exceptional training and education. Many of these colleges have modern facilities and infrastructure and are accredited by the National Medical Commission (NMC).

It is an attractive option for students seeking an affordable education in Medicine. The state offers comparatively lower tuition fees and living expenses, making it an affordable option for students who aspire to pursue a career in Medicine.

Studying Medicine here in UP provides an opportunity to experience the state’s diverse culture, traditions, and languages. The state is home to people from different backgrounds and ethnicities, making it a melting pot of cultures. By studying in UP, students can gain exposure to this diversity and broaden their understanding of different cultures, which can be a valuable experience in their personal and professional growth.

Medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh (UP) provide ample internship opportunities for students pursuing Medicine. These internships are designed to offer students practical training and hands-on experience in various medical settings, including hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Such opportunities allow students to gain practical skills and knowledge that can be beneficial in their future careers as medical professionals.

Uttar Pradesh (UP) presents a promising landscape for medical professionals, with a flourishing healthcare industry and numerous career prospects. The state offers a plethora of job opportunities in various medical fields, and many medical colleges have collaborations with hospitals and healthcare organizations, enabling students to access job placements and opportunities for career advancement.

The Directorate of Medical Education and Training (DMET) is responsible for managing the counseling process for admission to medical courses in Uttar Pradesh. The process commences after the announcement of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) results, and candidates who qualify for NEET must register for counseling through the DMET website.

The counseling process enables candidates to select their preferred medical colleges, and the seats are allocated based on the candidate’s rank, preferences, and seat availability.

The counseling process for admission to undergraduate medical colleges under the 15% All India Quota and 100% State Quota of Central Institutions (ABVIMS & RML Hospital/VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital/ESIC), Central Universities (including DU/ BHU /AMU)/AIIMS/ JIPMER, and Deemed Universities will be conducted by the MCC/DGHS.

MCC’s responsibility is limited to completing the registration process for Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC) and providing enrolled candidate information to AFMC officials for admission procedures. The grading system may also be applied to other relevant courses offered by DU/BHU or other universities.

The allocation of seats for the state counseling process for medical college admissions in Uttar Pradesh fluctuates each year and is subject to change.

As per the National Medical Commission’s official website, there is a list of recognized government and private medical colleges.

Government medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) 

1. 1. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh 

2. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Gorakhpur 

3. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rae Bareli Uttar Pradesh 

4. Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College (MLBMC), Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh

5. Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS – BHU), Varanasi 

6. Mahamaya Rajkiya Allopathic Medical College (MRAMC), Ambedkar Nagar

7. S N Medical College, Agra (SNMC) 

8. Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences, (Prev. UP Rural Inst. of Med.Sc&R) Etawah Uttar Pradesh 

9. Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Allahabad (MLNMC) 

10. Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College (LLRM), Meerut 

11. Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College ( gsvm), Kanpur

12. Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur

13. king George Medical University,  Lucknow

14. rajkiy Medical College Jalaun, Orai, Uttar Pradesh

15. Government Medical College and super facility Hospital, Azamgarh

16. Government Medical College, Kannauj

17. Sheikh ul Hind Maulana Mahmood Hasan Medical College, Saharanpur

18. government allopathic Medical College, Banda

19. Dr Ram Manohar Lohiya Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow

20. Government Medical College, Rampur, Basti

21. Government Medical College, Badaun

22. Government Medical College, Shahjahanpur

23. Government Medical College, Faizabad

24. rajkiya allopathic Medical College, Bahraich

    25.Government Medical College,  Firozabad

26. government Institute of Medical Sciences  Kasna, Greater Noida

27. autonomous State Medical College, Pratapgarh

28. autonomous State Medical College society, Ghazipur

29. Uma Nath Singh autonomous State Medical society,  Jaunpur

30. Autonomous State Medical College society,  Fatehpur

31. Autonomous State Medical College society, Etah

32. Autonomous State Medical College society,  Hardoi

33. Autonomous State Medical College society,  Siddharth Nagar

34. mahrshi Devraha Baba autonomous State Medical College, Deoria

35. Autonomous State Medical College society, Mirzapur

Private  medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) 

1. Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Sitapur

2. Mayo Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki

3. Hind Institute of Medical Sciences, Barabanki

4. United Institute of Medical Sciences, Prayagraj

5. School of Medical Sciences and Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida

6. Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences, Bareilly

7. Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar

8. Saraswati Institute of Medical Sciences, Hapur

9. KD medical college Hospital and Research Centre, Mathura

10. subharati Medical College, Meerut

11. Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital, Bareilly

12. Rama Medical College and Hospital, Rama, Kanpur

13. Heritage Institute of Medical Science, Varanasi 

14. GS Medical College, Hapur

15. Noida  International Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida

16. Rama Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Hapur 

17. TS Mishra Medical College and Hospital, Lucknow

18. Narayana Medical College and Research Centre, Kanpur

19. FH Medical College and Hospital, Agra 

20. National capital Region Institute of Medical Sciences, Meerut

21. Prasad Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow

22. VenKateswara Institute of Medical Sciences, Amroha

23. Saraswati medical college, Unnao

24. Krishna Mohan Medical College and Hospital, Mathura

25. Varun Arjun Medical College, Shah Jahanpur

26. Era Medical College, Lucknow

    27.Tirthankar Mahaveer Medical College, Moradabad

28. Integral Institute of Medical Sciences And Research, Lucknow

29. Career Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital ,Lucknow

30. FH Medical College and Hospital, Agra

Online registration for NEST 2023, which is for the academic session 2023-28, started on February 27th at 12:00 noon. The candidates will have time until May 17th, 2023, to complete the NEST 2023 registration and application process. The NEST 2023 exam dates and application form were announced by NISER and UM-DAE CEBS a week ago. The exam will take place on June 24th, 2023, at 120 centers across India in two sessions, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Beginning with NEST 2023, the SMAS score of the best three subject scores from four subjects will be considered for the merit list preparation for both NISER and CEBS, unlike NEST 2022, where the SMAS of all four subjects were considered. It is also recommended that candidates review the NEST 2023 eligibility criteria before completing the application form.

NEST 2023 will be conducted in approximately 120 cities across India as a Computer-Based test. It will consist of four sections, each containing objective type (MCQ) questions worth 50 marks. The four sections will cover Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. The merit lists for both NISER and CEBS will be prepared based on the best three scores out of the four sections, and the section with the lowest score will be excluded. Therefore, attempting all sections will increase your chances of obtaining a better total score. It is advisable for candidates to attempt all sections. The duration of the exam will be three and a half hours.

What is NEST?

The National Entrance Screening Test (NEST) is an annual exam conducted jointly by the National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar, and the Department of Atomic Energy Center for Excellence in Basic Sciences (UM-DAE CEBS), Mumbai. The exam is conducted to offer admission to the Integrated MSc programs in various streams, including Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics, offered by these two institutes.

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Physics

NEST 2023 Dates

The complete schedule of NEST 2023 exam

NEST 2023 Highlights

The following table outlines important features of the NEST 2023 exam.

NEST 2023 Application Form and Process

The NEST 2023 application form and exam dates have been released by NISER and UM-DAE CEBS. The application form was made available on February 27, and the last date for submitting the online application form is May 17. Candidates can visit the official website, nestexam.in, to find all the essential information about the NEST 2023 examination and its complete process.

NEST Application fee:

Below are the details of the fee for filling out the online application form for NEST 2023.

To apply for NEST 2023, candidates had to visit the official website of the exam and fill out the application form online. The application process included registering with personal and educational details, filling in personal and academic information, selecting an exam city and course preferences, and uploading necessary documents. After completing the application form, candidates were required to pay the application fee online via credit/debit card, or net banking. The NEST 2023 application form was available from February 27 through May 17, the last date for submission.

NEST 2023 Eligibility Criteria-

Below is the list of criteria that are required for the eligibility of NEST 2023 exam:

NEST 2023 Admission Process

The NEST 2023 admission process consists of five key steps

1. Registration for the exam
2. Filling out the application form and paying the application fee
3. Appearing for the NEST 2023 exam and achieving the minimum qualifying marks
4. Participating in the NEST counselling process by submitting the required documents and paying the admission fee
5. Securing admission to the desired program.

NEST 2023 Exam Centres

Candidates who are planning to appear for NEST 2023 can choose up to five cities while filling out the application form as per their preferred NEST center location. The NEST 2023 Exam will be conducted in centers located in 120 cities across India. The exam authorities will try to allot the test center to the candidate as per their preference and availability. The final allotted test center will be mentioned on the NEST 2023 admit card. However, requests to change centers will not be entertained after the issuance of the admit card.

NEST Exam Pattern 2023

Below are the details for the NEST 2023 Exam Pattern:

NEST 2023 Admit Card

The NEST 2023 Admit Card will be available for download starting June 12 on the official website of the exam. Candidates must use their login credentials to access and download the admit card. The admit card is an essential document that contains vital information such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date and time, exam center address, and exam day instructions. It is mandatory for candidates to carry a printed copy of the admit card to the exam center along with a valid photo ID proof. Candidates must keep the admit card safe until the end of the admission process.

NEST 2023 Question Paper

NEST 2023 question paper will be released online on the official website after the commencement of the examination in the month of June. Question paper structure

Below is the table showing the basic structure of the examination:

The NEST 2023 exam will be held in two shifts, implying that candidates should anticipate encountering two distinct sets of question papers during the exam.

The expected exam timings for both sessions of NEST 2023 will be as follows:

• Morning shift – From 9 am to 12:30 pm 
• Evening shift – From 2.30 pm to 6:00 pm.

NEST 2023 Answer Key

The NEST 2023 answer keys are expected to be released in the fourth week of June, tentatively. The exam conducting authorities will send the answer keys to the registered email addresses of the candidates along with their answer scripts. With the help of the answer keys, candidates can check their responses and calculate their approximate scores, thus determining their chances of admission to the participating institutes. In case of any discrepancy in the answer keys, candidates can raise objections without paying any fee. The answer key for all four sections (Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics) will be available in the same PDF file.

NEST 2023 Result

The NEST 2023 result is scheduled to be announced on July 10. The merit list/result of NEST 2023 will indicate the roll numbers and/or names of candidates who have successfully cleared the entrance exam for admission to the integrated MSc programs. Candidates can access their scorecards by logging in with their credentials. The scorecard will contain details such as sectional and overall scores, percentile, and All India Rank (AIR). Candidates should keep the scorecard safe until the entire NEST 2023 admission process is completed.

NEST 2023 Cutoff

The NEST 2023 cutoff marks will be released by NISER Bhubaneswar and CEBS Mumbai based on sessions, subjects, and categories. The cutoff will be available in two categories – Section-wise minimum admissible score (SMAS) and minimum admissible percentile (MAP). The SMAS refers to the sectional cutoff and will be calculated based on 20% of the average of the best 100 scores in each section. The SMAS for different sections can vary. In addition to the sectional cutoff, candidates are also required to clear the overall NEST 2023 cutoff percentile. The cutoff percentile for general category candidates is 95%, for OBC candidates, it is 90%, and for reserved categorycandidates,s it is 75%. This information is based on the analysis of the NEST 2022 cutoff.

NEST 2023 Counselling

Candidates who clear the NEST 2023 exam will be eligible to participate in the counselling process, which will be conducted in three rounds. During the counselling process, candidates will be required to upload their documents for verification by the officials, and seats will be allotted to them based on their merit. To complete the admission process, they will have to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and pay the admission fee. After the counselling process is complete, NISER Bhubaneswar and CEBS Mumbai will release separate merit lists for each institute.

NEST 2023 is conducted for admission to the five-year integrated MSc programme in Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics) offered by both NISER and UM-DAE CEBS. The tentative number of seats available at each institute are provided below and are subject to change until the release of the NEST 2023 brochure:

Admissions at NISER, Bhubaneswar and UM-DAE CEBS, Mumbai are done based on candidates’ scores in NEST.

The Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College of Aligarh Muslim University has adopted the National Medical Commission’s recommendations, prioritizing practical knowledge over theoretical knowledge. As per the new guidelines, medical students will be engaged in rounds in the operation theatre, OPD, and wards from the first year of their studies. Additionally, the college has reduced the number and duration of lectures and implemented various changes in the approach and structure of teaching and learning.

In compliance with the instructions of the National Medical Commission, JN Medical College is set to undergo a complete transformation in its teaching approach starting next week, along with other central medical colleges in the country.

According to Professor Rakesh Bhargava, the college principal, the number of daily lectures has been reduced from four to five to just two. In the past, students were introduced to OPD in the fourth year, but now they will have the opportunity to participate in it from their first year and also make rounds in the wards to gain practical knowledge on all aspects.

In the college, small groups of two to three students will be formed, and each group will be accompanied by a senior teacher to the operation theater from the first year itself.

The new format in the college involves merging all the departments so that teachers from different departments can work together to design the course format. Additionally, students will be given knowledge of every aspect from the first year itself, including OPD and rounds.

Medical students will be able to learn about every part of the body through models, as the college has introduced models of various organs including hands, feet, and other organs in a special lab. This will ensure that students have a comprehensive understanding of the human body.

In accordance with the guidelines of the National Medical Commission, the JN Medical College of AMU has changed its course format, and now students will no longer have to attend long lectures. Instead, they will study all departments together to clarify doubts and get practical knowledge through various means such as models of organs in a special lab. As per the new format, MBBS students will also start their OPD from the first year itself, and small groups of students will be formed with the guidance of senior teachers. These changes are expected to provide better practical exposure to medical students.

During the final placement drive of the MBA batch of 2021-23 at Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore, a remarkable placement season was observed, with 568 students being offered jobs. The previous year’s record was broken when 12 students were offered domestic jobs, receiving an annual package of Rs 1.14 crore. Recruiters showed the highest interest in sectors like consulting, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT).

The highest salary package offered this year is 132% higher than the previous year. All 568 students from the Post Graduate Program (PGP) and Integrated Program in Management (IPM) who appeared in the final placement drive secured a job, resulting in a 100% placement rate.

During the final placement drive, the students of MBA batch 2021-23 at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore were offered an average compensation of Rs 30.21 lakh per annum, reflecting a YoY increase of 20.8%. The median compensation offered was Rs 27.20 lakh per annum, representing a 12.9% increase from the previous year.

 The recruitment drive witnessed the participation of over 160 recruiters, including 80 new recruiters. The consulting, banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI), and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors had the highest participation, accounting for over 75% of the total job offers.

Sales and marketing, finance, general management, HR, leadership, and operations, and information technology received 18%, 18%, 19%, 19%, and 16% of the total job offers, respectively. The consulting sector was the most popular choice among recruiters, accounting for 29% of job offers. Professor Himanshu Rai, the director of IIM Indore, expressed his faith in the institute’s capacity to adapt to the changing needs of the future and in cultivating socially responsible leaders who can motivate and empower others.

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has taken a significant step towards enhancing medical education in Jammu and Kashmir by granting approval for 100 MBBS seats in two medical colleges: Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara and GMC Udhampur. The issuance of a Letter of Intent (LOI) by the NMC for these colleges has brought joy to aspiring medical students in the state.

The decision to approve 100 MBBS seats in each of the two medical colleges, GMC Handwara and GMC Udhampur, will result in an additional 200 MBBS seats in Jammu and Kashmir for the upcoming academic session of 2023-24. This move will create more opportunities for those who aspire to pursue MBBS and establish their careers in the medical field.

On Tuesday, the NMC sent two separate communications to the Government Medical College Handwara and the Government Medical College Baramulla, requesting undertakings. As a result, the NMC issued two separate LOIs for the aforementioned medical colleges.

Bhupinder Kumar, the secretary of the Health and Medical Education Department, has expressed his appreciation for the decision to approve 100 MBBS seats in each of the two medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir. He stated that this move would have a positive impact on the health situation in the region, as reported by Greater Kashmir.

In an official order issued by the Member/President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) of the NMC, it was stated, “I have been instructed to refer to your application for the establishment of a new medical college at Government Medical College, Handwara, affiliated with the University of Kashmir, with an annual intake of 100 MBBS students under sections 26(1)(a)(b) and 28(1)(2) and section 61(2) of the NMC Act, 2019, for the academic year 2023-24.”

The proposal to approve 100 MBBS seats each in two medical colleges in Jammu and Kashmir was sanctioned based on an assurance given by the Secretary of the Health and Medical Education Department, as per the official order. The letter, dated March 21, 2023, with reference number HD/Pian/5/2022-02, stated that the government of Jammu and Kashmir will provide all necessary infrastructure facilities, teaching and non-teaching staff as per the norms specified by the NMC.

Consequently, the NMC has mandated that the essential documents and undertakings be submitted for the issuance of a Letter of Permission to begin or increase the number of seats for the academic year 2023-24.

An official order has stated that the applicant who intends to start new medical colleges or increase the number of seats must comply with the infrastructure requirements, including teaching and non-teaching staff, buildings, equipment, and hospital facilities, as per the guidelines specified by the National Medical Commission (NMC). The order further emphasized that no student should be admitted to the aforementioned courses until formal permission is granted by the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB).

Similarly, another official order has been issued for the starting of a new medical college at Government Medical College, Handwara, affiliated with the University of Jammu, with an annual intake of 100 MBBS students under sections 26(1)(a)(b) and 28(1)(2) and section 61(2) of the NMC Act, 2019, for the academic year 2023-24.

During the launch of the Madhya Pradesh Youth Policy, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan revealed several important announcements for the state’s youth. These included the implementation of the Mukhyamantri Yuva Kaushal Karmayi Yojana, as well as the decision to create two NEET merit lists. Additionally, Chouhan stated that applicants will now only be required to pay a one-time fee for all government job recruitment exams, and that those who are accepted will receive Rs 8,000 in training.

During the launch of the Madhya Pradesh Youth Policy on Thursday, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced that candidates would not have to pay multiple fees for appearing in various tests and interviews. Additionally, a youth portal was unveiled, which is a comprehensive online platform aimed at providing information, resources, and opportunities for the youth of the state. The CM also stated that the government plans to recruit 124,000 workers this year for employment, with 50,000 already recruited.

According to CM Shivraj Singh, there will be two merit lists of the NEET exam. One will be a general list, while the other will be made by providing a 5% reservation for children of government schools. He further added that the list would be based on 95% of the general NEET results.

 The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that 5% of the seats will be reserved for children from government schools. Additionally, a sum of Rs. 8,000 will be provided as a training allowance. The Chief Minister stated that the Mukhyamantri Yuva Kaushal Karmayogi Yojana will provide training to youth who have discontinued their education after the 12th grade or have not been able to secure a permanent job after graduation. During the training, they will receive a monthly allowance of Rs. 8,000.

According to the Madhya Pradesh Youth Policy launched by CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the state government will provide training in various fields such as engineering, electronics, management, hotel management, tourism, IT, banking, and law to the youth under the Mukhyamantri Yuva Kaushal Karmayogi Yojana. The government will give Rs 8,000 per month to the trainees during the training period, while the company they work for will provide separate compensation. The CM also mentioned that registration for the scheme will begin on June 1, and the training allowance will start on July 1. This scheme is claimed to be the largest apprenticeship program in the world.

A doctor in Ahmedabad has approached the High Court bench to demand the right to practice medicine in Gujarat. The State Government denied her registration due to pending rural service for one year, despite obtaining a PG diploma degree in child healthcare from an autonomous body in Mumbai. The doctor has challenged the state’s decision, arguing that the mandatory rural service rule applies only to postgraduate students in Gujarat and not to her.

The Gujarat Medical Council passed a resolution in 2011, Clause 7 of which mandated rural service for doctors. The state introduced this policy to address the shortage of specialists in the region. As a result, the resolution included the condition of rural service after the implementation of new PG courses and an increase in PG seats through legislation.

The doctor in question is from the Aravalli district and completed her MBBS at M.S. University in Vadodara. Subsequently, she enrolled in a PG Diploma program in child healthcare at the College of Physicians and Surgeons in Mumbai. After receiving her degree, she obtained registration from the previous Medical Council of India (now replaced by the National Medical Commission) and received a provisional certificate to practice in Gujarat. However, she was unable to continue her practice after one year.

In 2020, the concerned doctor filed a plea with the Gujarat High Court bench, stating that since she obtained her PG Diploma degree from Mumbai, the State of Gujarat did not fund her education. Therefore, she argued that it is not necessary for her to undergo rural service, according to the Times of India. Additionally, the doctor informed the HC bench that she was formerly registered with the MCI, and as a result, she should be permitted to practice medicine throughout the country. The doctor further argued that the State authorities cannot deny her registration, thus preventing her from practicing medicine in Gujarat.

The doctor informed the bench that she had paid a penalty amount of Rs 1.5 lakh in 2020 to be released from her bond for one-year service after completing her MBBS course. Additionally, during the hearing, the doctor pointed out the conflict between the provision of not granting final registration without rural service and the provisions under Section 26 of the Medical Council of India Act, citing Section 28 of the GMC Act.

According to the doctor’s argument, the Medical Council of India (MCI) Act is a parliamentary law that permits a doctor to practice medicine anywhere in India. Furthermore, the act requires the state to maintain two registers, and once the MCI registers a candidate’s qualifications, the state authorities must update their register and allow the MCI-registered doctor to practice medicine in the state. The Times of India reports that in response to this argument, the High Court bench has asked the Gujarat Medical Council whether it maintains two separate registers or a single register divided into two parts under the GMC Act and MCI Act. Additionally, the court has raised questions about whether a doctor’s provisional registration allows them to practice beyond one year.