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February 27, 2025 – The National Medical Commission (NMC) has addressed confusion regarding the eligibility of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) students for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test Undergraduate (NEET UG) 2025. This clarification comes in response to a Right to Information (RTI) application dated February 11, 2025, as reported by the Hindustan Times.
The NMC acknowledged that misinformation had spread about the National Testing Agency (NTA) issuing a NEET-UG Bulletin 2025 that allegedly conflicted with NMC regulations. In its official response, the commission stated, “It has come to the notice that a confusion has been created stating that National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued NEET-UG Bulletin 2025, which is not as per NMC Regulations. In this regard, it is to be clarified that the reply has been furnished to the applicant who seeks a response regarding studying through the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)/State Open Schools or as a Private candidate.”
The NMC reaffirmed that studying through NIOS is permitted under the Graduate Medical Education Regulations (GMER)-23. Additionally, students can take an additional subject through NIOS, provided it is studied at an authorised institution. The official statement added, “Students are permitted to study an additional subject from NIOS with the condition that the study needs to be carried out from any authorised institution.”
This clarification provides relief to aspiring medical students studying through NIOS and other open schooling platforms, ensuring that their path to appearing for NEET UG 2025 remains intact.
Meanwhile, the NTA commenced NEET UG 2025 registrations on February 7, with applications open until March 7 on the official website, neet.nta.nic.in. The entrance exam is scheduled to be conducted offline on May 4, 2025, from 2 pm to 5 pm using OMR sheets.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to refer to official sources such as the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the National Testing Agency (NTA) for the latest updates and guidelines on NEET UG 2025 eligibility and registration.
