NMC's ₹1 Crore Wake-Up Call: 7 Colleges Face the Music for Stint Silence

In a decisive step to enforce accountability, the NMC has targeted non-compliant institutions as part of its broader mandate to regulate medical colleges across India. This development follows repeated reminders and Supreme Court observations on stipend disclosure delays. Medical education stakeholders are watching closely for further enforcement actions.

 

Background on NMC Directive

The NMC's public notice on July 11, 2025, mandated all medical colleges to upload stipend payment details for MBBS interns and postgraduate residents within seven days, warning of penalties including show-cause notices and admission suspensions for non-compliance. Despite follow-ups, including an affidavit filed in the Supreme Court on November 11, 2025, several colleges lagged, with around 65 still pending as of January 2026 before this latest escalation. This builds on Supreme Court remarks criticizing the NMC for "dragging its feet" on enforcement.

 

Affected Institutions and Penalties

Seven specific medical colleges now face potential ₹1 crore fines each, a severe measure highlighting the gravity of non-disclosure in MBBS stipend payments and resident doctor stipends. The NMC aims to ensure uniform stipend standards, addressing long-standing grievances from interns about delayed or inadequate payments critical for their training. Compliance is now urgent to avoid recognition withdrawal.

 

Key Highlights

Implications for Medical Colleges

This action signals stricter NMC oversight on medical college regulations, potentially impacting admissions and operations for defaulters. It reinforces commitments to ethical medical training in India, urging all 700+ institutions to prioritize stipend transparency.

 

Sources: Times Now News, Times of India, Omnicuris, Careers360