NMC approves 113 new medical colleges, boosting MBBS seats for 2024-25

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved the establishment of 113 new undergraduate medical colleges for the academic year 2024-25. This significant move aims to increase the number of MBBS seats across the country, benefiting aspiring medical students and addressing the shortage of healthcare professionals nationwide.

The decision was announced in a public notice issued by the NMC on July 6, 2024 on the official website. The Commission has



communicated its approvals directly to the respective medical institutions via email, using the contact details provided in their applications. These institutions are instructed to take necessary actions within a specified timeframe upon receiving the official communication.

The NMC's approval follows an earlier public notice issued by the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) on April 3, inviting applications for new undergraduate medical colleges.