NMC Adds 13,186 Medical Seats, Total Now 140,000

The National Medical Commission (NMC) announced that it has added 13,186 new medical seats across the country, bringing the total number of seats to 140,000. This increase is aimed at expanding access to medical education and addressing the growing demand for healthcare professionals. The new seats will be distributed among various medical colleges, though the exact allocation per state has not yet been released. The move is expected to provide more opportunities for students appearing for the NEET UG exam, potentially easing competition and widening the pool of future doctors. The NMC has stated that further details on the distribution and the criteria for the new seats will be published shortly.