Students of Discontinued CPS Courses Granted Two Exam Opportunities

Inside the decision  
Attorney General R Venkataramani conveyed the assurance to a bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan after consultations with the National Medical Commission (NMC) and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The move follows last year’s directive halting CPS admissions after NMC discontinued its courses, leaving students uncertain about their academic future. The decision provides a structured pathway for affected candidates to complete their studies and pursue professional registration.  

Notable updates  
• 852 CPS students granted two opportunities to clear final exams  
• NMC discontinued CPS courses; MoHFW directed CPS to stop admissions last year  
• Centre’s assurance conveyed to Supreme Court by AG R Venkataramani  
• Relief addresses enrollment hurdles and academic uncertainty for affected students  
• Exams will serve as final qualifying steps for council registration  

Major takeaway  
The Supreme Court-linked relief offers a fair resolution for CPS students, ensuring academic continuity and professional recognition despite the discontinuation of their courses.  

Sources: Hindustan Times, UNI India