As Nepal begins its counseling rounds for MBBS admissions, Indian aspirants are being cautioned about significant regulatory gaps that could hinder their ability to practice in India. Experts warn that Nepal’s medical education system does not fully comply with the Foreign Medical Graduate Licentiate (FMGL) Regulations, 2021, established by India’s National Medical Commission (NMC). This raises uncertainty for Indian students enrolling in Nepalese medical colleges post-2021.
Licensing Concerns for Indian Students
The Nepal Medical Council (NMC) recently clarified that international students are not granted licenses equivalent to native Nepalese practitioners. Many Indian students seeking admission to private medical colleges in Nepal remain unaware of these licensing challenges, leading to potential difficulties in registering as doctors in India. Without an official list of compliant countries, approximately 700 to 900 Indian students pursuing medical education in Nepal annually risk regretting their decision.
A Student’s Struggle
One Indian student, who wished to remain anonymous, shared their ordeal: “In 2022, I enrolled in a private medical college in Nepal, paying nearly 40% of the total fees. Initially, the Nepal Medical Council assured us of licensing rights, but in April 2023, a circular in the National Gazette revealed that such provisions were not available to international students. This shattered my dreams of becoming a doctor. Despite spending nearly ₹20 lakhs, my family and I were left financially drained, and I had no option but to abandon my course.”
Conflicting Assurances
On October 17, 2024, the Association of Private Medical & Dental Colleges of Nepal issued a circular assuring international students of eligibility for registration upon returning to their home countries. It stated that foreign students would be registered with the Nepal Medical Council during their studies and allowed to appear for the licensing exam. However, critics argue this assurance lacks legal backing, further complicating the situation.
Expert Warnings
Dipender Chaubey, a study-abroad counselor, highlighted how some private colleges in Nepal mislead students and parents about licensing regulations. “Agents in India and Nepal exploit students by promoting false claims. Although international students may take licensing exams in Nepal, they cannot secure a permanent practicing license equivalent to Nepalese graduates,” Chaubey explained. He warned that current batches of Indian students in Nepal might face repercussions once they complete their education.
NMC’s Official Stand
India’s National Medical Commission refuted the association’s claims through an official circular. The NMC emphasized that while foreign graduates can apply for registration under its regulations, they will not be treated on par with native Nepalese practitioners. Section 21(f) of Nepal’s medical regulations requires international graduates to produce a “good standing certificate” issued by their home country. However, India’s NMC clarified it cannot issue such certificates to students who graduate from Nepalese colleges.
The Path Ahead
As regulatory challenges persist, experts urge Indian aspirants to thoroughly research licensing requirements before enrolling in medical programs abroad. For many, the lack of clarity and compliance with FMGL Regulations 2021 has already resulted in significant financial and emotional setbacks.
Source: Times of India
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