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NMC’s conflicting answers create confusion for Georgia MBBS students
The Story in Brief
Two Indian medical students who asked the National Medical Commission (NMC) whether a six-year MBBS degree from Georgia qualifies them for India’s Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) received contradictory replies. In a response dated 24 September, NMC said the degree is valid only if the student obtains an independent practice licence in Georgia. A second reply on 13 October said the licence rule was still under review by a competent officer and expert committee.
Legal experts say the uncertainty is being exploited by education consultants. The students had raised the question through the Prime Minister’s grievance portal. NMC’s 2021 regulations already state that a foreign medical degree is recognised only if the graduate is licensed to practise independently in the country where it was awarded.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The gap between NMC’s two replies leaves students who have already enrolled or are midway through a six-year programme in Georgia in legal limbo. Without a clear yes or no on FMGE eligibility, they cannot plan whether to complete the course or seek alternatives. The second response, which kicks the question to a committee, suggests a final rule is months away. Meanwhile, the first reply cites a standing 2021 regulation that already defines a valid degree as one that grants an independent practice licence. If the committee confirms that position, thousands of current students will be locked out of Indian practice upon graduation.
Source: amarujala.com
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