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UGNEET-2025 Admission Notification – Karnataka

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🔰 Applicable Courses:

  • MBBS / BDS
  • AYUSH (Ayurveda, Unani, Homeopathy)

✅ Eligibility:

  • Qualified in UGNEET-2025
  • Must have scored equal to or more than the minimum required marks
  • SC/ST/OBC reservation is only applicable to Karnataka candidates of these categories

🧾 CANDIDATE CATEGORIES & ACTIONS:

1️⃣ Already Registered for UGCET-2025:

🔹 Action Required:

  • Enter UGNEET 2025 Roll Number on KEA website
  • Download the application form
  • Verify that NEET Roll Number is printed correctly
  • Download UG Verification Slip
    • (No further document verification is required; online verification is complete)

2️⃣ NRI WARD Claimants (UGCET-2025):

🔹 Offline Verification (Physical Presence Needed):

  • 📍 Location: KEA Office, Malleswaram, Bengaluru
  • 📅 Date & Schedule:
DateTime SlotNEET AIR FromNEET AIR To
09-07-20259:30 AM – 1:00 PM14,00,000
09-07-20252:00 PM onwards2,00,0016,00,000
10-07-20259:30 AM onwards6,00,001Last Rank

✅ Bring originals + 2 sets of Xerox copies

3️⃣ St. John’s Medical College – Category 2 to 8 Applicants (UGCET-2025):

🔹 Offline Verification:

  • 📍 Venue: Medical College Council Room, Ground Floor, St. John’s Medical College, Koramangala, Bengaluru
  • 📅 Date: 09-07-2025 or 10-07-2025

📝 Note: Category 1 & Category 9 students need not attend

4️⃣ Not Registered for UGCET-2025:

🔹 Fresh Registration:

  • 🕐 Starts: 07-07-2025 at 1:00 PM
  • 🕚 Ends: 10-07-2025 at 11:00 AM
  • 📢 Detailed instructions for document verification and process will be announced shortly

⚠️ KEY DATES SUMMARY:

EventDate/Time
NEET Roll No. Entry & Slip Download05-07-2025 (7:00 PM) to 08-07-2025 (11:00 AM)
NRI Ward Verification (Offline)09 & 10 July 2025
St. John’s Category 2-8 Document Verification09 & 10 July 2025
Fresh UGCET-2025 Registration (NEET UG)07-07-2025 (1:00 PM) to 10-07-2025 (11:00 AM)

CBI Uncovers Massive Corruption in Medical Education: FIR Names Top Officials from Health Ministry, NMC, and Former UGC Chairman

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has unearthed a far-reaching corruption scandal in India’s medical education sector, registering an FIR against multiple high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), National Medical Commission (NMC), and various private medical colleges, including former UGC chairman D.P. Singh, now Chancellor of TISS.

According to the FIR, the accused were part of a well-orchestrated criminal conspiracy involving the unauthorised access and dissemination of confidential regulatory files, manipulation of inspection processes, and bribery to secure favourable outcomes for private medical colleges.

The CBI has invoked Section 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Sections 7, 8, 9, 10, and 12 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, charging several officials and institutional heads with bribery, conspiracy, breach of official secrecy, and forgery.

Key Allegations:

  • Leaked inspection schedules and assessor names enabled colleges to stage fake setups using ghost faculty, dummy patients, and tampered biometric systems.
  • Senior health ministry officials allegedly photographed classified documents and shared them via mobile devices with intermediaries linked to colleges.
  • Bribes were routed through hawala channels, with part of the funds allegedly used to construct a Hanuman temple in Rajasthan worth ₹75 lakh.

Notable Individuals Named:

  • Virendra Kumar (Gurgaon) – Alleged key coordinator in collecting bribes and passing information.
  • Jitu Lal Meena – Then MARB member, allegedly received bribes via Kumar.
  • Mayur Raval, Registrar, Geetanjali University – Accused of tipping off colleges about inspections and demanding bribes.
  • Suresh Singh Bhadoria, Chairman, Index Medical College – Accused of issuing fake degrees and manipulating faculty records.
  • Dr. B. Hari Prasad, Dr. Krishna Kishore, and Dr. Ankam Rambabu – Operated the southern India arm, facilitating dummy faculty and NMC approvals in exchange for bribes.

Example Cases:

  • Father Colombo Institute, Warangal – Paid over ₹4 crore to Prasad for favourable inspection outcomes.
  • Gayatri Medical College, Visakhapatnam – Allegedly paid ₹50 lakh to secure NMC approval.
  • SRIMSR, Raipur – Registrar Mayur Raval allegedly demanded ₹25–30 lakh for pre-inspection leaks. NMC assessor Dr. Manjappa C.N. reportedly coordinated bribe collection through Bengaluru channels.

NMC Scam: CBI Books 35 Persons Including Three from Andhra Pradesh

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed an FIR against 35 individuals across India in connection with a nationwide scam involving the National Medical Commission (NMC). The charges include criminal conspiracy, bribery, and manipulation of regulatory procedures.

Key Individuals from Andhra Pradesh Named:

  • Dr. Krishna Kishore – Visakhapatnam
  • Venkat, Director of Gayatri Medical College – Visakhapatnam
  • Dr. B. Hari Prasad – Kadiri, Anantapur district

CBI Allegations:

  • The accused, in collusion with officials from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and NMC, allegedly:
    • Leaked inspection schedules
    • Used ‘ghost faculty’, fake patients, and tampered biometric records
    • Facilitated favorable inspection reports in exchange for bribes
    • Accessed and disseminated confidential regulatory files

Southern India Nexus:

  • Dr. Virendra Kumar, posing as a consultant, allegedly coordinated southern operations, arranging dummy faculty and facilitating NMC approvals for bribes.
  • Dr. B. Hari Prasad and Dr. Ankam Rambabu are accused of managing regulatory affairs for Father Colombo Institute of Medical Sciences, Warangal, allegedly receiving ₹66 lakh in bribes via intermediaries and banking channels.
  • Venkat reportedly paid ₹50 lakh to Dr. Hari Prasad, a part of which was routed to Dr. Virendra Kumar in Delhi through hawala channels.

Wider Implications:

  • The bribe money was reportedly used for multiple illegal purposes, including temple construction.
  • The CBI investigation is ongoing, with concrete evidence gathered of large-scale regulatory manipulation.

CET 2025 Scheduled for April 16-17: Applications Open from January 23

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Bengaluru: The Common Entrance Test (CET) for admissions to professional courses, including engineering and veterinary sciences, has been scheduled for April 16 and 17, 2025. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has announced that the application process will commence on January 23, 2025, and continue until February 21.

CET 2025: Fresh Changes and Enhanced Security Measures for the April Exams

The aftermath of seat-blocking allegations during CET 2024 has prompted the state to introduce tighter security measures. Higher Education Minister MC Sudhakar emphasized that candidates must use their personal mobile numbers for registration. A one-time password (OTP) will ensure authenticity, and only one candidate can register per mobile number—no room for loopholes.

What’s the motive? It’s about fairness. The days of manipulating the system through fake or fraudulent applications are now under scrutiny, ensuring genuine candidates have a fair shot at their dream courses.

Streamlined Verification for a Seamless Process

Gone are the days of endless queues and manual verifications. In 2025, technology takes center stage with a significant role for the Student Achievement Tracking System (SATS). This innovative system will pull academic records via a web service, minimizing physical documentation requirements.

Caste and income certificates will be verified automatically, and candidates who meet the criteria can download a “successfully verified” claims certificate online. For those flagged as “not verified,” a manual submission process will still be available, ensuring no one is left behind.

What does this mean for students? Less paperwork, fewer office trips, and more time to focus on preparations.

Not Just CET—A Broader Calendar of Opportunities

While CET may dominate headlines, it’s not the only exam to watch. Here’s a glance at the key dates for other entrance exams:

  • Diploma Common Entrance Test (DCET): Applications open from April 24 to May 10, with the exam on May 31.
  • Postgraduate Programs (ME, MTech, MArch): PGCET applications run parallel from April 24 to May 10, with the exam also on May 31.
  • MBA/MCA & MPharm/PharmD: The entrance exams are scheduled for June 22, with applications accepted from April 24 to June 10.

The inclusion of new courses such as Yoga, Naturopathy, and BSc in Agriculture and Nursing under the CET 2025 umbrella reflects the state’s progressive approach to aligning education with emerging trends and demands.

A Smooth Pathway Ahead

Candidates applying under special quotas (NCC, sports, ex-servicemen, and others) have dedicated dates and support for document submission, ensuring a more inclusive process. The entire journey, from application to result, is designed to keep students informed with timely SMS updates.

This year’s CET isn’t just about the test—it’s about leveling the playing field, simplifying the process, and adapting to a tech-savvy generation. If the updates are anything to go by, CET 2025 could set a benchmark for how exams are conducted in the future.

So, gear up, future engineers and professionals—this is your chance to shine in a system that’s working harder to make it all about merit and opportunity.

Karnataka High Court Orders 17 Private Medical Colleges to Surrender NRI Quota MBBS Seats

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Bengaluru, August 13, 2024 — In a landmark decision, the Karnataka High Court has directed 17 private medical colleges in the state to surrender a significant portion of their MBBS seats from the NRI quota to the state government quota. This ruling comes as a result of a 2018 seat-blocking scandal, where these institutions were allegedly involved in illegal seat blocking activities.

The directive, issued by the Karnataka High Court on April 25, 2024, mandates that the colleges surrender a total of 212 MBBS seats to the state government for the current academic year. The decision follows disciplinary actions taken against these colleges, which included barring students from examinations by the Rajiv Gandhi University for securing seats through illegal means.

Transparency and Fairness Emphasized

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) has been tasked with enforcing the court’s order. The DME has instructed the National Medical Commission (NMC) to ensure that these seats are excluded from the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) counseling process and are instead added to the state government’s seat matrix.

Additionally, the DME has required the involved colleges to submit an undertaking that they will maintain transparency and fairness in their future admissions processes. This undertaking must include a commitment to base all admissions strictly on merit and to refrain from any seat-blocking or manipulative practices.

Consequences for Non-Compliance

The order also warns that failure to comply with these directives will result in punitive actions, including the potential for further reductions in the number of seats allocated to these colleges in the future.

This ruling is seen as a significant step towards ensuring a more equitable and transparent medical admission process in Karnataka. By shifting these NRI quota seats to the state government quota, the High Court aims to provide more opportunities for meritorious students who may have been disadvantaged by the earlier malpractices.

As the academic year progresses, the DME is expected to closely monitor the compliance of the colleges with these new directives, ensuring that the admissions process aligns with the highest standards of fairness and integrity.

For students and parents, this decision is a reminder of the importance of vigilance and adherence to legal processes in the highly competitive field of medical education. The Karnataka High Court’s ruling serves as a warning to institutions that malpractice will not be tolerated, and transparency is paramount in the allocation of educational opportunities.

KEAM 2024 Registration Deadline Today: Final Chance to Apply!

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The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala, announces today as the final day for registration for the Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical (KEAM) Examination 2024. Originally scheduled to close on April 17, the deadline was extended to today, April 19, until 5 PM. This extension provides a last opportunity for applicants to submit their forms via the official portal: cee.kerala.gov.in.

While today marks the end of registration, candidates have until April 24, 2024, to upload or submit any supporting documents required for the application process. The KEAM 2024 exams are scheduled from June 1 to June 9, 2024, offering a gateway for students aspiring to enroll in various undergraduate professional courses. These courses span across engineering, architecture, pharmacy, medicine, and medical allied fields, aiming to equip students for the academic year 2024-2025 in Kerala’s prestigious institutions.

Applicants are urged to double-check their application forms for accuracy and completeness before submission, ensuring all requirements are met within the stipulated timelines. This process is crucial for those aiming to secure a spot in the competitive educational landscape of Kerala.

“Supreme Court Orders NMC to Provide Stipend Details for MBBS Interns Across All States”

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“In a significant development concerning the payment of stipends to doctors during their MBBS internships, the Supreme Court on April 1 issued a decisive directive to the National Medical Commission (NMC), urging them to furnish detailed information on the stipend status across medical colleges in all states.

The Court highlighted the NMC’s failure to provide comprehensive data on all medical colleges nationwide, noting the non-compliance of an earlier directive issued on September 15, 2023. This directive had requested the NMC to present a tabulated chart addressing whether 70% of medical colleges fail to pay any stipend to interns or pay an amount below the minimum stipulated amount. Additionally, it sought clarification on the measures being taken by the NMC to enforce stipend payment norms.

Expressing dissatisfaction with the incomplete details provided by the NMC, a bench comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and Prasanna B Varale instructed the commission to rectify this within four weeks.

During previous hearings, the bench expressed concerns over medical colleges inadequately compensating interns despite charging substantial fees. Justice Dhulia criticized the colleges for their stance, emphasizing that if they charge exorbitant fees, they should also fulfill their obligation to pay stipends.

Advocate Tanvi Dubey, representing the petitioners, highlighted that even Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) were not receiving stipends. The Court, expressing discontent, observed that FMGs should not be treated differently.

Case Title: Abhishek Yadav and others v. Army College of Medical Sciences | W.P.(C) No. 730/2022

The Court has scheduled the matter for a final hearing on May 6, 2024, after considering the submissions.”

“JEE Main 2024 Admit Cards Released for April Session Paper 2 at jeemain.nta.ac.in”

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The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially released the JEE Main 2024 admit card for Paper 2, covering B. Arch and B. Planning, for the session 2 exams on April 3, 2024. Candidates who have successfully registered can visit the official website at jeemain.nta.ac.in to access their admit cards. To download the admit card, candidates will need to provide their application number and date of birth.

The NTA will conduct the JEE 2024 Session 2 exams for Paper 2A (B. Arch), Paper 2B (B. Planning), and the combined Paper 2A & 2B (B. Arch & B. Planning) on April 12, 2024. It’s essential for candidates to bring a printed copy of their admit card and a government-approved ID proof on the day of the exam.

How to Download the JEE Main 2024 Admit Card for April Session:

  1. Visit the official NTA website: jeemain.nta.ac.in.
  2. Navigate to the “Latest News” section on the homepage.
  3. Click on the link for “JEE Main 2024 Session 2 Paper 2 Admit Card”.
  4. Enter your application number and date of birth, then click “Submit”.
  5. Your admit card will appear on the screen. Check all the details carefully.
  6. Save and download the admit card to have it for the day of the exam.

For direct access to the JEE Main 2024 Session 2 Paper 2 B. Arch and B. Planning Admit Card, use the active link provided.

Should there be any issues downloading the admit card or discrepancies found within it, candidates are advised to contact the NTA help desk at 011-40759000 or via email at jeemain@nta.ac.in for assistance.

Record-Breaking NEET-UG Registrations Surpass 25 Lakh Applicants

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In an unprecedented milestone, the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET-UG) registrations have shattered previous records, with over 25 lakh candidates applying for the medical entrance examination. This surge in applications marks a historic first for NEET UG, highlighting an increased interest in pursuing medical and allied health sciences education in India. The deadline for registration, which was on a Saturday, saw a flurry of activity, with a large number of students submitting their applications up until the late evening.

This year’s NEET-UG, scheduled for May 5th, has witnessed a remarkable increase in registrations, with the count reaching more than 25 lakh, a significant jump of over 4.2 lakh applicants from the previous year, 2023. Among these applicants, a striking majority of over 55%, equivalent to more than 13 lakh, are female candidates. This demographic shift underscores a growing trend of female students aspiring for careers in the medical field.

NEET-UG serves as the gateway to approximately 2.5 lakh seats in various medical and allied health sciences courses across the country. These include around 1,10,000 MBBS seats, over 26,000+ BDS (Dental) seats, 30000+ Ayurveda and a substantial number of seats in Unani, Homeopathy, Veterinary, and Nursing courses. The sheer volume of applicants this year reflects the competitive nature of the examination and the high demand for medical education in India.

In response to the unprecedented rush of applications, the authorities extended the deadline for submitting the application form to March 16th, providing prospective students with additional time to complete their registration process. This extension was a much-needed relief for many aspirants who were racing against time to ensure their candidacy for one of the most crucial examinations of their academic careers.

The examination, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), has evolved into one of the most sought-after entrance tests for students aiming to secure a place in medical colleges across the nation. The record-breaking number of registrations this year is a testament to the NEET-UG’s importance in the educational landscape and the aspirations of young Indians to pursue a career in healthcare.

As the date of the examination approaches, candidates are gearing up for what is poised to be a highly competitive battle for seats in prestigious medical institutions. With the number of applicants reaching new heights, the NEET-UG 2024 promises to be a landmark event in the annals of medical education in India, marking a new era of opportunity and challenge for the nation’s aspiring medical professionals.

MHT CET 2024 Registration: Late Fee Window Opened by Maharashtra CET Cell

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The State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra, in a significant announcement for engineering and pharmacy aspirants, has extended the registration deadline for the Maharashtra Health and Technical Common Entrance Test (MHT CET) 2024. This extension comes with an additional provision for late fee submissions, offering a final chance for students who missed the initial deadline to apply for one of the most awaited entrance exams in the state.

Direct link to official notification click here

Candidates aiming to appear for MHT CET 2024, which paves the way for admissions into various undergraduate courses in engineering, pharmacy, and technology, can now register themselves on the MAHACET official portal at mahacet.org. The decision to extend the registration period reflects the authorities’ commitment to inclusivity and ensuring that a larger number of students have the opportunity to compete in the examination.

According to the official notice, the window for registration and confirmation of online applications, inclusive of the late fee, opened on March 9, 2024, and will close promptly on March 15, 2024. To facilitate the extended registration process, the deadline for online payment of the examination fees has also been pushed to March 16, 2024. It’s important to note that an additional late fee of ₹500/- is applicable for all applicants, irrespective of their category.

The schedule for the MAH-MHT CET 2024 examinations has been firmly set for April 2024. The examinations are divided into two groups – PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) and PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), catering to the varied interests and academic pursuits of the candidates. The PCB group exams are planned from April 16 to April 23, 2024, while the PCM group exams will take place from April 25 to April 30, 2024. This staggered scheduling is designed to accommodate the significant number of examinees and ensure a smooth conduct of the test across the state.

This late registration opportunity is crucial for students who aspire to secure their place in esteemed institutions across Maharashtra for engineering and pharmacy courses. The MHT CET stands as a critical gateway for thousands of students seeking admission to undergraduate programs, marking the start of their professional journeys in the fields of science and technology.

Candidates are urged to utilize this extended registration period to ensure their participation in the MHT CET 2024. With all arrangements in place for the examination in April, the State CET Cell’s initiative to extend the registration deadline underscores their dedication to educational access and the future prospects of Maharashtra’s youth. As the registration window closes soon, prospective examinees should act quickly to complete their applications, keeping in mind the additional late fee, and prepare diligently for the upcoming examinations.