The National Medical Commission (NMC) has directed medical colleges not to grant leave to medical students on May 2 and 3 (Saturday and Sunday) to ensure the NEET-UG entrance examination is conducted fairly.
State medical colleges are yet to issue specific instructions regarding the activities to be carried out on these days. Sources indicated that the move aims to prevent existing medical students from assisting aspirants in any form of misconduct.
“Saturday is usually half-day, and Sunday is a holiday for the students. They often use these days to go home or pursue other activities. With this directive, the colleges will be asked to engage UG and PG students in academic or non-academic activities,” said a source.
The NMC notice reads, “In view of certain instances reported in the past, and as a matter of general deterrence, all medical colleges/institutions shall remain vigilant and ensure that medical students are sensitized against any involvement in activities prejudicial to the conduct of the said examination. Further, as a preventive step to discourage any potential misuse and to support the fair conduct of the examination, it is advised not to grant leave to students on May 2 and May 3, 2026, except in exceptional circumstances with due justification.”
The letter from the Union Ministry of Education read, “In the past, instances have come to notice where some students from medical colleges were found to be involved in activities that could compromise the sanctity and integrity of the examination process.”
Sources added that exceptions will be permitted only in cases where a strong and valid justification is presented to the concerned authorities. Teaching and non-teaching staff may also be required to remain on duty, they said.
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