Removal of List of MCI Approved Colleges by National Medical Commission

 National Medical Commission has recently announced the following:

It may be noted that the erstwhile Medical Council of India had provided a list of foreign Medical Institutions/Universities for MBBS or equivalent course based upon the information received from the Indian Embassy/High Commission of India concerned. It is to clarify that the National Medical Commission does not endorse any list of Foreign Medical Institutions/ Universities for MBBS or equivalent course. The public at large is advised that before taking admission in MBBS or its equivalent course in a university outside India, confirmation of the fee structure, details of the course, etc. should be directly obtained from the University/Institution concerned.

What does this really mean to students who want to pursue MBBA in Abroad?

Earlier MCI had approved 45 Universities for MBBS in China and 54 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Russia, 16 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Ukraine, 25 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Georgia, 40 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Philippines, 7 Colleges / Universities (87 Colleges under these Universities) for MBBS in Bangladesh, 7 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Kyrgyzstan, 7 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Armenia and 12 Colleges / Universities for MBBS in Kazakhstan. Similarly, many other colleges in different countries also figured in their approved list. This used to serve as a reference point for students and parents for selecting a college when they look for MBBS Abroad. Now without this list, they have to do their own research or depend on a Consultant.

What are the dangers the students and parents likely to face?

While some may argue that without the MCI approved list the students have a wider list of colleges to choose from, the real danger lies in students falling to prey to unscrupulous agents posing as medical education consultants and selecting a college without proper infrastructure and history of teaching MBBS in full English medium.  There are many colleges in China that are teaching Chinese medicines and run bi-lingual programs. These were delisted as recently as a couple of years back. There is every chance that these colleges may come back with the help of agents who are only mainly focus on their business interests.

What should the students and parents do?

Initially, the last published MCI List may stand as a reference point. Soon many other Colleges / Universities which were not figuring in the earlier list may be promoted and offered for admission.  To start with the students should look for the following:

1.       Number of years of existence of the College/University

2.       Whether it is Government or private?

3.       How many batches of students completed MBBS and passed out already?

4.       Is the course offered only for Allopathic medicine?

5.       Will the medium of teaching be fully in English for the total duration?

6.       Are there any students with whom you can speak to and verify the facts?

Even though students and parents have the means to do their own research and verify the facts it is advisable for students and parents to consult a reliable and professional medical education consultant for advice since many times their own research may not be good enough and there are chances that they miss out some points. At Mediseats Abroad we place the interest of the students in top priority and advise and guide them in a very professional way. 

You may call us on 893906505 or visit our website: www.mediseatsabroad.com.