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New Delhi, May 5, 2025 – The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Union of India, the National Medical Commission (NMC), and the National Board of Examinations (NBE) regarding a petition challenging the decision to conduct the NEET PG 2025 exam in two separate shifts. The notice was issued on Monday, May 5, by a bench headed by Justice B.R. Gavai, with the case scheduled for hearing next week.
The petition was filed by the United Doctors’ Front (UDF) under Article 32 of the Constitution on May 1, 2025 (Diary No. 23782/2025). It demands that the NEET PG exam be conducted in a single shift nationwide to uphold fairness, uniformity, and transparency in the evaluation process.
Grounds of the Petition
The writ petition argues that conducting the exam in multiple shifts, each with different question papers, violates the fundamental rights of candidates under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution – specifically, the right to equality and the right to a merit-based evaluation. The petition raises serious concerns about the normalisation process employed to adjust for variations in difficulty between shifts. According to the plea, this process lacks transparency and fails to create a level playing field for all aspirants.
Rising Concerns Among Candidates and Medical Associations
The two-shift format for NEET PG 2025 has sparked widespread anxiety and criticism among medical students and professionals. Many fear that differences in question paper difficulty across shifts could unfairly influence exam outcomes, potentially affecting candidates’ futures.
Several medical bodies, including the Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), have publicly opposed the two-shift model. They have urged the NBE to revert to a single-shift examination format to ensure parity and fairness in the evaluation process.
What’s Next?
The Supreme Court’s notice marks the beginning of judicial scrutiny into the controversial two-shift exam format. The upcoming hearing will be closely watched by thousands of NEET PG aspirants and medical professionals across the country, as the court’s decision could have significant implications on the conduct of future medical entrance examinations.
Disclaimer
This article is based on information available as of May 5, 2025, from public sources. The situation regarding the NEET PG 2025 exam format is evolving, and readers are advised to follow official announcements and court proceedings for the latest updates.
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