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National medical commission removes cap on MBBS seats, eases population norm

The National Medical Commission has removed key restrictions on MBBS seat expansion, eliminating the 150-seat cap per college and the 100 seats per 10 lakh population ratio. These policy shifts aim to increase medical education capacity to meet rising demand. Additionally, the distance norm for teaching hospitals has been revised to 10 km, with a relaxed limit for specific regions.

29 Apr 2026 10:12 am