MEDICAL COUNCIL ACT, 1956

102 of 1956

30th December, 1956

"The objects of this Bill are to amend the Indian Medical Council Act, 1933 (Act 27 of 1933)- (a) to give representation to licentiate members of the medical profession, a large number of whom are still practising in the country, (b) to provide for the registration of the names of citizens of India who have obtained foreign medical qualifications which are not at present recognised .under the existing Act; (e) to provide for the temporary' recognition of medical qualifications granted by medical institutions in countries outside India with which no scheme of reciprocity exists in cases where the medical practitioners concerned are attached for the time being to any medical institution in India for the purpose of teaching or research or for any charitable object; (d) to provide for the formation of a Committee of Post-graduate Medical Education for the purpose of assisting the Medical Council of India to prescribe standards of post-graduate medical education for the guidance of Universities and to advise Universities in the matter of securing uniform standards for post-graduate medical education throughout India; (e) to provide for the maintenance of an all-India register by the Medical Council of India, which will contain the names of all the medical practitioners possessing recognised medical qualifications. 2.The Indian Medical Council Act, 1933, does not now extend to Part-B States and it is now considered necessary that the Act should extend to the whole of India except Jammu and Kashmir. A few other mino amendments have, also come to light in the course of the working of this Act, and as a matter of convenience it is now proposed to re-enact the existing Act with the above amendments," -Gaz. of Ind. , 1956, Extra, Pt. U.S. 2, p. 399. Act 31 of 1993.- The India Medical Council, Act, 1956 was enacted for the purpose of reconstituting the Medical Council of India and the Maintenance of the Medical Register for India and for matters connected therewith. 2. The experience of the working of the 1956 Act had brought to light certain inadequacies. The Central Government had introduced a comprehensive Bill to amend the 1956 Act in Rajya Sabha on the 26th August, 1987. The Bill was referred to a Joint Committee in December, 1987 and the Joint Committee submitted its report In 1989 recommending further amendments to the Bill, The matter could not be processed further due to dissolution of the Lok Sabha and change in Government. However, by early 1992 it became necessary to reconsider some of the recommendations contained in the joint Committee's Report keeping in, view the current requirement of medical education. While the matter was in an advanced stage of consideration, the Supreme Court of India in the judgment in Mohoni Jain v. Government of Karnataka on 30th July, 1992, held that educational institutions cannot charge captivation fee and that education, including higher education, is a fundamental right. A number of private institutions have challenged the above mentioned judgment and sought a review by the Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court of India have since pronounced the judgment on 4th February, 1993. The implications of the judgment will have to be studied. In the circumstances. Government, has, therefore considered it advisable not to proceed with the 1987 Bill as many of the matters covered by the Bill will become subject of review by the Supreme Court. 3. Meanwhile, it had been noticed that some State Governments were giving approvals for the opening of new medical colleges on their own, without insisting on the provision of basic prerequisites of hospital, equipment, laboratories or qualified faculty members, etc. In certain cases, after the colleges gave admission to students they began exercising the combined pressure of the management students and their families for grant of approval to the medical colleges by the Medical Council of India. 4. In order to curb such mushroom growth of medical colleges, the President promulgated the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Ordinance 1992 (Ord. 13 of 1992) on the 27th August, 1992 to amendthe Indian-Medical Council Act, 1956by incorporating therein provisions for prior permission of the Central Government for establishing any new medical college and for starting any new or higher courses of study or increasing admission capacity in any course of study or training including, post graduate course of study in any existing medical college, 5. A Bill to replace the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Ordinance, 1992 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha during Winter Session of Parliament, 1992, The Bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha on 22nd December, 1992. However, the Bill could not be considered and passed by the Lok Sabha. 6. The Government is of the considered view that it is in the public interest that the provisions of the said Ordinance should continue in force. To achieve the above objective the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Ordinance, 1993 (Ord. 2 of 1993) was promulgated by "the President on 2nd January, 1993.

7, The Bill seeks to replace the aforesaid Ordinance.

An Act to provide for the reconstitution of the Medical Council of India, and the maintenance of a Medical Register for India and for matters connected therewith. Be it enacted by Parliament, in the Seventh Year of the Republic of India as follows:-

SECTION 01: SHORT TITLE, EXTENT AND COMMENCEMENT

(1) This Act may be calledThe Indian Medical Council Act, 1956-.

(2) It extends3to the whole of India1[* * *]..

(3) It shall come into force on such date2as the Central  Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.

SECTION 02: DEFINITION

In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,-

(a) "approved institution" means a hospital, health center or other such institution recognised by a University as an institution in which a person may undergo the training, if any, required by his course of study before the award of any medical qualification to him;

(b) "Council" means the Medical Council of India constituted under this Act;

(c)4[* *****];

(d) "Indian Medical Register" means the medical register maintained by the Council;

(e) "medical institution" means any institution, within or without India, which grants degrees, diplomas or licences in medicine;

(f). "medicine" means modern scientific medicine in all its branches and includes surgery and obstetrics, but does not include veterinary medicine and surgery;

(g) "prescribed" means prescribed by regulations;

(h) "recognised medical qualification" means any of the medical qualifications included in the Schedules;

(i) "regulation" means a regulation made undersection 33-;

(j) "State Medical Council" means a medical council constituted under any law for the time being in force in any State regulating the registration of practitioners of medicine;

(k) "State Medical Register" means a register maintained under any law for the time being in force in any state regulating the registration of practitioners of medicine;

(l) "University" means any. University in India established by law and having a medical faculty,

SECTION 03: CONSTITUTION AND COMPOSITION OF THE COUNCIL

(1) The Central Government shall cause to be constituted a Council consisting of the following members namely:

(a) one member from each State other than a Union Territory, to be nominated by the Central Government in consultation with the State Government concerned;

(b) one member from each University, to be elected from amongst the members of the medical faculty of the University by members of the Senate of the University or in case the University has no senate, by members of the Court;

(c) one member from each State in which a State Medical Register is maintained, to be elected from amongst themselves by persons enrolled on such Register who possess the medical qualifications included in the First or the Second Schedule or in Part II of the Third Schedule;

(d) seven members to be elected from amongst themselves by persons enrolled on any of the State Medical Registers who possess the medical qualifications included in Part I of the Third Schedule;

(e) eight members to be nominated by the Central Government.

(2) The President and Vice-President of the Council shall be elected by the members of the Council from amongst themselves.

(3) No act done by the Council shall be questioned on the ground merely of the existence of any vacancy in, or any defect in the constitution of, the Council.

SECTION 04: MODE OF ELECTION

(1) An election under clause (b), clause (c) or clause (d) of sub-section (1) ofsection 3-shall be conducted by the Central Government in accordance with such rules as may be made. by it in this behalf, and any rules so made may provide that pending the preparation of the Indian Medical Register in accordance with the provisions of this Act, the members referred to in clause (d) of sub-section(l) ofsection 3-may be nominated by the Central Government instead of being elected as provided therein.

(2) Where any dispute arises regarding any election to the Council, it shall be referred to the Central Government whose decision shall be final.

SECTION 05: RESTRICTIONS ON NOMINATION AND MEMBERSHIP

(1) No person shall be eligible for nomination under clause (a) of sub-section (1) ofsection 3-unless he possesses any of the medical qualifications included in the First and Second Schedules,, resides in the State concerned, and, where a State Medical Register is maintained in that State, is enrolled on that register.

(2) No person may at the same time serve as a member in more than one capacity.

SECTION 06: INCORPORATION OF THE COUNCIL

The Council so constituted shall be a body corporate by the name of the Medical Council of India,, having perpetual succession and a common seal, with power to acquire and hold property, both movable and immovable, and to contract, and shall by the said name sue and be sued.

SECTION 07: TERM OF OFFICE OF PRESIDENT, VICE-PRESIDENT AND MEMBERS

(1) The President or Vice-President of the Council shall hold office for a term not exceeding beyond the expiry of his term as member of the Council.

(2) Subject to the provisions of this section, a member shall hold office for a term of five years from the date of his nomination or election or until his successor shall have been duly nominated or elected, whichever is longer.

(3) An elected or nominated member shall be deemed to have vacated his seat if he is absent without excuse, sufficient in the opinion of the Council, from three consecutive ordinary meetings of the Council or, in the case of a member elected under cl. (b) of sub-section (1) ofsection 3-, if he ceases to be a member of the medical faculty of the University concerned, or in the case of a member elected under clause (c) or clause (d) of that sub-section, if he ceases to be a person enrolled on the State Medical Register concerned.

(4) A casual vacancy in the Council shall be filled by nomination or election, as the case may be, and the person nominated or elected to fill the vacancy shall hold office only for the remainder of the term for which the member whose place he takes was nominated or elected.

(5) Members of the Council shall be eligible for re-nomination or re-election.

(6) Where the .said term of five years is about to expire in respect of any member, a successor may be nominated or elected at any time within three months before the said term expires but he shall not assume office until the said term has expired.

SECTION 08: MEETINGS OF THE COUNCIL

(1) The Council shall meet at least once in each year at such time and place as may be appointed by the Council.

(2) Unless otherwise provided by regulations, fifteen members of the Council shall form a quorum, and all the acts of the Council shall be decided by a majority of the members present and voting.

SECTION 09: OFFICERS, COMMITTEES AND SERVANTS OF THE COUNCIL

(1) constitute from amongst its members an Executive Committee .and such. other Committees for general or special purposes as the Council deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act;

(2) appoint a Registrar who shall act as Secretary and who may also, if deemed expedient, act as Treasurer;

(3) employ such other persons as the Council deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act;

(4) require and take from the Registrar, or from any other employee, such security for the due performance of his duties as the Council deems necessary; and

(5) with the previous sanction of the Central Government, fix the remuneration and allowances to be paid to the President, Vice-President and members of the Council and determine the conditions of service of the employees of the Council.

SECTION 10: THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

(1) The Executive Committee, hereinafter referred to as the Committee, shall consist of the President and Vice-President, who shall be members ex offcio, and not less than seven and not more than ten other members who shall be elected by the Council from amongst its members.

(2) The President and Vice-President shall be the President and Vice-President respectively of the Committee.

(3) In addition to the powers and duties conferred and imposed upon it by this Act, the Committee shall exercise and discharge such powers and duties as the Council may confer or impose upon it by any regulations which may be made in this behalf.

SECTION 10A: PERMISSION FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW MEDICAL COLLEGE, NEW COURSE OF STUDY ETC

5[(1) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act or any other law for the time being in force-

(a) no person shall establish a medical college; or

(b) no medical college shall-

(i) open a new or higher course of study or training (Including a post-graduate course of study or training) which would enable a student of such course or training to qualify himself for the award of any recognised medical qualification; or

(ii) increase its admission capacity in any course of study or training (including a post-graduate course of study or training). except with the previous permission of the Central Government obtained in accordance with the provisions of this section.

(2) (a). Every person or medical college shall, for the purpose of obtaining permission under sub-section (1), submit to the Central Government a scheme in accordance with the provisions of clause (b) and the Central Government shall refer the scheme to the Council for it recommendations.

(b) The scheme referred to in clause (a) shall be in such form and contain such particulars and be preferred in such manner and be accompanied with a such fee as may be prescribed.

(3) On receipt of a scheme by the Council under sub-action (2), the Council may obtain such other particulars as may be considered necessary by it from the person or the medical college concerned, and thereafter, it may,-

(a) if the scheme is defective and does not contain any necessary particulars, give a reasonable opportunity to the person or college concerned for making a written representation and it shall be open to such person or medical college to rectify the defects, if any, specified by the Council;

(b) consider the scheme, having regard to the factors referred to in sub-section

(7), and submit the scheme together with its recommendations thereon to the Central Government.

(4) The Central Government- may, after considering the scheme and the recommendations of the Council under sub-section (3) and after obtaining, where necessary, such other particulars as may be considered necessary by it from the person or college concerned, and having regard to the factors referred to in subsection (7), either approve (with such conditions, if any, as it may consider necessary) or disapprove the scheme and any such approval shall be a permission under sub-section (1) : Provided that no scheme shall be disapproved by the Central Government except after giving the person or college concerned a reasonable opportunity of being heard : Provided further that nothing in this sub-section shall prevent any person or medical college whose scheme has not been approved by the Central Government to submit a fresh scheme and the provisions of this section shall apply to such scheme, as if such scheme has been submitted for the first time under sub-section (2).

(5) Where, within a period of one year from the date of submission of the scheme to the Central Government under sub-section (2) no order passed by the Central Government has been communicated to the person or college submitting the scheme, such scheme shall be deemed to have been approved by the Central Government in the form in which it had been submitted, and, accordingly, the permission of the Central Government required under sub- section (1) shall also be deemed to have been granted.

(6) In computing the time-limit specified in sub-section (5), the time taken by the person or college concerned submitting the scheme, in furnishing any particulars celled for by the Council, or by the Central Government, shall be excluded.

(7) The Council, while making its recommendations under clause (b) of sub-section (3) and the Central Government, while passing an order, either approving or disapproving the scheme under sub-section (4), shall have due regard to the following factors, namely :

(a) whether the proposed medical college or the existing medical college seeking to open a new or higher course of study or training, would be in a position to offer the minimum standards of medical education as prescribed by the Council undersection 19A-or,, as the case may be, undersection 20-in the case of post-graduate medical education;

(b) Whether the person seeking to establish a medical college or the existing medical college seeking to open a new or higher course of study or training or to increase its admission-capacity has adequate financial resources;

(c) whether necessary facilities in respect of staff, equipment, accommodation, training and other facilities to ensure proper functioning of the medical college or conducting the new course of study or training or accommodating the increased admission capacity have been provided or would be provided within the time-limit specified in the scheme;

(d) whether adequate hospital facilities, having regard to the number of students likely to attend such medical college or course of study or training or as a result of the increased admission capacity have been provided or would be provided within the time-limit specified in the scheme;

(e) whether any arrangement has been made or programme drawn to impart proper training to students likely to attend such medical college or course of study or training by person having the recognised medical qualifications;

(f) the requirement of manpower in the field of practice of medicine; and

(g) any other factors as may be prescribed.

(8) Where the Central Government passes an order either approving or disapproving a scheme under this section, a copy of the order shall be communicated to the person or college concerned.

SECTION 10B: NON-RECOGNITION OF MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS IN CERTAIN CASES

(1) Where any medical college is established except with the previous permission of the Central Government in accordance with the provisions ofsection 10A-, no medical qualification granted to any student of such medical college shall be recognised medical qualification for the purpose of this Act.

(2) Where any medical college opens a new or higher course of study or training (including a post-graduate course of study or training) except with the previous permission of the Central Government in accordance with the provisions ofsection 10A-, no medical qualification granted to any student of such medical college on the basis of such study or training shall be a recognised medical qualification for the purposes of this Act.

(3) Where any medical college increases its admission capacity in any course of study or training except with the previous permission of the Central Government in accordance with the provisions ofsection 10A-, no medical qualification granted to any student of such medical college on the basis of the increase in its admission capacity shall be a recognised medical qualification for the purposes of this Act.

SECTION 10C: TIME FOR SEEKING PERMISSION FOR CERTAIN EXISTING MEDICAL COLLEGES, ETC

(1) If, after the 1st day of June, 1992 and on and before the commencement of the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1993 any person has established a medical college or any medical college has opened a new or higher course of study or training or increase the admission capacity, such person or medical college, as the case may be, shall seek, within a period of one year from the commencement of the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1993, the permission of the Central Government in accordance with the provisions ofsection 10A-.

(2) If any person or medical college, as the case may be, fails to seek the permission under sub-section (1), the provisions ofsection 10B-shall apply, so far as may be, as if, permission of the Central Government undersection 10A-has been refused.]

SECTION 11: RECOGNITION OF MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY UNIVERSITIES OR MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS IN INDIA

(1) The medical qualifications granted by any University or medical institution in India which are included in the First Schedule shall be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act.

(2) Any University or medical institution in India which grants a medical qualification not included in the First Schedule may apply to the Central Government to have such qualification recognised, and the Central Government, after consulting the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the First Schedule so as to include such qualification therein, and any such notification may also direct that an entry shall be made in the last column of the First Schedule against such medical qualification declaring that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted after a specified date.

SECTION 12: RECOGNITION OF MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS IN COUNTRIES WITH WHICH THERE IS A SCHEME OF RECIPROCITY

(1) The medical qualifications granted by medical institutions outside India which are included in the Second Schedule shall be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act.

(2) The Council may enter into negotiations with the Authority in any5[* * *] country outside India which by the law of such5[* * *] country is entrusted with the maintenance of a register of medical practitioners, for the settling of a scheme of reciprocity for the recognition of medical qualifications and in pursuance of any such scheme, the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette amend the Second Schedule so as to include therein the medical qualification which the Council has decided should be recognised, and any such notification may also direct that an entry shall be made in the last column of the Second Schedule against such medical qualification declaring that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted after a specified date.

(3) The Central Government, after consultation with the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the Second Schedule by directing that an entry be made therein in respect of any medical qualification declaring that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted before a specified date.

(4) Where the Council has refused to recommend any medical qualification which has been proposed for recognition by any Authority referred to in sub-section (2) and that Authority applies to the Central Government in this behalf, the Central Government, after considering such application and after obtaining from the Council a report, if any, as to the reasons for any such refusal, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the Second Schedule so as to include such qualification therein and the provisions of sub-section (2) shall apply to such notification.

SECTION 13: RECOGNITION OF MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY CERTAIN MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS WHOSE QUALIFICATIONS ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE FIRST OR SECOND SCHEDULE

(1) The medical qualifications granted by medical institutions in India which are not included in the First Schedule and which are included in Part I of the Third Schedule shall also be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act.

(2) The medical qualifications granted to a citizen of India-

(a) before the 15th day of August, 1947, by medical institutions in the territories now forming part of Pakistan, and

(b) before the first day of April, 1937 by medical institutions in the territories now forming part of Burma, which are included in Part I of the Third Schedule shall also be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act.

(3) The medical qualifications granted by medical institutions outside India before such date as the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, specify which are included in Part II of the Third Schedule shall also be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act, but no person possessing any such qualification shall be entitled to enrolment on any State Medical Register unless he is a citizen of India and has undergone such practical training after obtaining that qualification as may be required by the rules or regulations in force in the country [***] granting the qualification, or if he has not undergone any practical training in that country, [* * *], he has undergone such practical training as may be prescribed.

(4) The Central Government, after consulting the Council, may be notification in the Official Gazette, amend Part II of the Third Schedule so as to include therein any qualification granted by a medical institution outside India which is not included in the Second Schedule.

'Provided that after the commencement of the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 2001, no such amendment shall be made in Part II of the Third Schedule to include any primary medical qualification granted by any medical institution outside India : Provided further that nothing contained in the first proviso shall apply to inclusion in Part II of the Third Schedule any primary medical qualification granted by any medical institution outside India to any person whose name is entered in the Indian Medical Register.

Explanation.-For the purposes of this sub-section, "primary medical qualification" means any minimum qualification sufficient for enrolment on any State Medical Register or for entering the name in the Indian Medical Register.';

(4A)A person who is a citizen of India and obtains medical qualification granted by any medical institution in any country outside India recognised for enrolment as medical practitioner in that country after such date as may be specified by the Central Government under sub-section (3), shall not be entitled to be enrolled on any Medical Register maintained by a State Medical Council or to have his name entered in the Indian Medical Register unless he qualifies the screening test in India prescribed for such purpose and such foreign medical qualification after such person qualifies the said screening test shall be deemed to be the recognised medical qualification for the purposes of this Act for that person.

(4B) A person who is a citizen of India shall not, after such date as may be specified by the Central Government under sub-section (3), be eligible to get admission to obtain medical qualification granted by any medical institution in any foreign country without obtaining an eligibility certificate issued to him by the Council and in case any such person obtains such qualification without obtaining such eligibility certificate, he shall not be eligible to appear in the screening test referred to in sub-section (4-A): Provided that an Indian citizen who has acquired the medical qualification from foreign medical institution or has obtained admission in foreign medical institution before the commencement of the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 2001 shall not be required to obtain eligibility certificate under this sub-section but, if he is qualified for admission to any medical course for recognised medical qualification in any medical institution in India, he shall be required to qualify only the screening test prescribed for enrolment on any State Medical Register or for entering his name in the Indian Medical Register.

(4C) Nothing contained in sub-sections (4-A) and (4-B) shall apply to the medical qualifications referred to in Section 14 for the purposes of that section.".

(5) Any medical institution in India which is desirous of getting a medical qualification granted by it included in Part I of the Third Schedule may apply to the Central Government to have such qualification recognised and the Central Government, after consulting the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend Part I of the Third Schedule so as to include such qualification therein, and any such notification may also direct that an entry shall be made in the last column of Part I of the Third Schedule against such medical qualification declaring that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted after a specified date.

SECTION 14: SPECIAL PROVISION IN CERTAIN CASES FOR RECOGNITION OF MEDICAL QUALIFICATION GRANTED BY MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS IN COUNTRIES WITH WHICH THERE IS NO SCHEME OF RECIPROCITY

(1) The Central Government after consultation with the Council may, by notification in the Official Gazette, direct that medical qualifications granted by medical institutions in any9[* *] country outside India in respect of which a scheme of reciprocity for the recognition of medical qualifications is not in force, shall be recognised medical qualifications for the purposes of this Act or shall be so only when granted after a specified date:10[Provided that medical practice by persons possessing such qualifications-

(a) shall be permitted only if such persons are enrolled as medical practitioners in accordance with the law regulating the registration of medical practitioners for the time being in force in that country;

(b) shall be limited to the institution to which they are attached for the time being for the purposes of teaching, research or charitable work; and

(c) shall be limited to the period specified in this behalf by the Central Government by general or special order.]

(2) In respect of any such medical qualification, the Central Government, after consultation with the Council, may, by notification11in the Official Gazette, direct that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted before a specified date.

SECTION 15: RIGHT OF PERSONS POSSESSING QUALIFICATIONS IN THE SCHEDULES TO BE ENROLLED

12 [(1)] Subject to the other provisions contained in this Act, the medical qualifications included in the Schedule shall be sufficient qualification for enrolment on any State Medical Register.

12[(2) Save as provided in section 25-, no person other than a medical practitioner enrolled on a State Medical Register,-

(a) shall hold office as physician or surgeon or any other office (by whatever designation called) in Government or in any institution maintained by a local or other authority.

(b) shall practise medicine in any State;

(c) shall be entitled to sign or authenticate a medical or fitness certificate or any other certificate required by any law to be signed or authenticated by a duly qualified medical practitioner.

(d) shall been titled to give evidence at any inquest or in any Court of Law as an expert under Section 45 of the Evidence Act, 1872-or on any matter relating to medicine.

(3) Any person who acts in contravention of any provision of sub-section (2) shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.]

SECTION 16: POWER TO REQUIRE INFORMATION AS TO COURSES OF STUDY AND EXAMINATIONS

Every University or medical institution in India which grants a recognised medical qualification shall furnish such information as the Council may, from time to time, require as to the courses of study and examinations to be undergone in order to obtain such qualification, as to the ages at which such courses of study and examinations are required to be undergone and such qualification is conferred and generally as to the requisites for obtaining such qualification.

SECTION 17: INSPECTION OF EXAMINATIONS

13[(1) The Committee shall appoint such number of medical inspectors as it may deem requisite to inspect any medical institution, college, hospital or other institution, where medical education is given, or to attend any examination held by any University or medical institution for the purpose of recommending to the Central Government recognition of medical qualifications granted by that University of medical institution.

(2) The medical inspectors shall not interfere with the conduct of any training or examination, but shall report to the Committee on the adequacy of the standards of medical education including staff, equipment, accommodation, training and other facilities prescribed for giving medical education or on the efficiency of every examination which they attend.]

(3) The Committee shall forward a copy of any such report to the University or medical institution concerned, and shall also forward a copy with the remarks of the University or institution thereon, to the Central Government.

SECTION 18: VISITORS AT EXAMINATIONS

14[(1) The Council may appoint such number of visitors as it may deem requisite to inspect any medical institution, college, hospital or other institution where medical education is given or to attend any examination held by any University or medical institution for the purpose of granting recognised medical qualifications.]

(2) Any person, whether he is a member of the Council or not, may be appointed as a visitor under this section but a person who is appointed as an inspector under Section 17-for any15[inspection or examination] shall not be appointed as a visitor for the same15[inspection or examination.]

16[(3) The visitors shall not interfere with the conduct of any training or examination, but shall report to the President of the Council on the adequacy of the standards of medical education including staff, equipment, accommodation, training and other facilities prescribed for giving medical education or on the sufficiency of every examination which they attend.]

(4) The report of a visitor shall be treated as confidential unless in any particular case the President of the Council otherwise directs: Provided that if the Central Government requires a copy of the report of a visitor, the Council shall furnish the same.

SECTION 19: WITHDRAWAL OF RECOGNITION

17[(1) When upon resort by the Committee or the visitor, it appears to the Council -

(a) that the course of study and examination to be undergone in, or the proficiency required from candidates at any examination held by, any University or medical institution, or

(b) that the-staff, equipment, accommodation, training and other facilities for instruction and training provided in such University or medical institution or in any College or other institution affiliated to that University, do not conform to the standards prescribed by the Council the Council shall make a representation to that effect to the Central Government.]

(2) After considering such representation, the Central Government may send it to the State Government of the State in which the University or medical institution is situated and the State Government shall forward it along with such remarks as it may choose to make to the University or medical institution, with an intimation of the period within which the University or medical institution may submit its explanation to the State Government.

(3) On the receipt of the explanation or, where no explanation is submitted within the period fixed, then on the expiry of that period, the State Government shall make its recommendations to the Central Government.

(4) The Central Government after making such further inquiry, if any, as it may think fit, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, direct that an entry shall be made in the appropriate Schedule against the said medical qualification declaring that it shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted before a specified date,18[or that the said medical qualification if granted to students of a specified college or institution affiliated to any University shall be a recognised medical qualification only when granted before a specified date or, as the case may be, that the said medical qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification in relation to a specified college or institution affiliated to any University only when granted after a specified date.]

SECTION 19A: MINIMUM STANDARDS OF MEDICAL EDUCATION

19[(1) The Council may prescribe the minimum standards of medical education required for granting recognised medical qualifications (other than post-graduate medical qualifications) by Universities or medical institutions in India.

(2) Copies of the draft regulations and of all subsequent amendments thereof shall be furnished by the Council to all State Governments and the Council shall, before submitting the regulations or amendment thereof, as the case may be, to the Central Government for sanction, take into consideration the comments of any State Government received within three months from the furnishing of copies aforesaid.

(3) The Committee shall from time to time report to the Council on the efficacy of the regulations and may recommend to the Council such amendments thereof as it may think fit.]

SECTION 20: POST-GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE FOR ASSISTING COUNCIL IN MATTERS RELATING TO POST-GRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION

(1) The Council may prescribe standards of post-graduate medical education for the guidance of Universities, and may advise Universities- in the matter of securing uniform standards for post-graduate medical education throughout India, and for this purpose the Central Government may constitute from among the members of the Council a Post-graduate. Medical Education Committee (hereinafter referred to as the Post-graduate Committee)

(2) The Post-graduate Committee shall consist of nine members all of whom shall be persons possessing post-graduate medical qualifications and experience of teaching or examining post-graduate students of medicine.

(3) Six of the members of the Post-graduate Committee shall be nominated by the Central Government and the remaining three members shall be elected by the Council from amongst its members.

(4) For the purpose of considering Post-graduate studies in a subject, the Post-graduate Committee may co-opt, as and when necessary, one or more members qualified to assist it in that subject.

(5) The views and recommendations of the Post-graduate Committee on all matters shall be placed before the Council; and if the Council does not agree with the views expressed or the recommendations made by the Post-graduate Committee on any matter, the Council shall forward them together with its observations to the Central Government for decision.

SECTION 20A: PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

20[(1) The Council may prescribe the standards of professional conduct and etiquette and a code of ethics for medical practitioners.

(2) Regulations made by Council under sub-section (1) may specify which violations thereof shall constitute infamous conduct in any professional respect, that is no say, professional misconduct, and such provision shall have effect notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force.]

SECTION 21: THE INDIAN MEDICAL REGISTER

(1) The Council shall cause to be maintained in the prescribed manner a register of medical practitioner to be known as the Indian Medical Register, which shall contain the names of all persons who are for any time being enrolled on any State Medical Register and who possess any of the recognised medical qualifications.

(2) It shall be the duty of the Registrar of the Council to keep the Indian Medical Register in accordance with the provisions of this Act and of any orders made by the Council, and from time to time to revise the register and publish it in the Gazette of India and in such other manner as may be prescribed.

(3) Such register shall be deemed to be a public document within the meaning ofthe Indian Evidence Act, 1872-, and may be proved by a copy published in the Gazette of India.

SECTION 22: SUPPLY OF COPIES OF THE STATE MEDICAL REGISTERS

Each State Medical Council shall supply to the Council 21[six] printed copies of the State Medical Register as soon as may be after the commencement of this Act and subsequently after the first day of April of each year, and each Registrar of a State Medical Council shall inform the Council without delay of all additions to and other amendments in the State Medical Register made from time to time.

SECTION 23: REGISTRATION IN THE INDIAN MEDICAL REGISTER

The Registrar of the Council may, on receipt of the report of registration of a person in a State Medical Register or on application made in the prescribed manner by any such person, enter his name in the Indian Medical Register. Provided that the Registrar is satisfied that the person concerned possesses a recognised medical qualification.

SECTION 24: REMOVAL OF NAMES FROM THE INDIAN MEDICAL REGISTER

(1) If the name of any person enrolled on a State Medical Register is removed therefrom in pursuance of any power conferred by or under any law relating to registration of medical practitioner for the time being in force in any State, the Council shall direct the removal of the name of such person from the Indian Medical Register.

(2) Where the name of any person has been removed from a State Medical Register22[on the ground of professional misconduct or any other ground except that he is not possessed of the requisite medical qualifications] or where any application made by the said person for restoration of his name to the State Medical Register has been rejected, he may appeal in the prescribed manner and subject to such conditions including conditions as to the payment of a fee as may be laid down in rules made by the Central Government in this behalf to the Central Government, whose decision which shall be given after consulting the Council, shall be binding on the State Government and on the authorities concerned with the preparation of the State Medical Register.

SECTION 25: PROVISIONAL REGISTRATION

23[(1) A citizen of India possessing a medical qualification granted by a medical institution outside India included in Part II of the Third Schedule, who is required to undergo practical training as prescribed under sub-section (3) ofSection 13-,. shall, on production of proper evidence that he has selected for such practical training in an approved institution, be entitled to be registered provisionally in a State Medical Register and shall be entitled to practise medicine in the approved institution for the purposes of such training and for no other purpose.

(2) A person who has passed the qualifying examination of any University or medical institution in India for the grant of a recognised medical qualification shall be entitled to be registered provisionally in a State Medical Register for the purpose of enabling him to be engaged in employment in a resident medical capacity in any approved institution, or in the Medical Service of the Armed Forces of the Union, and for no other purpose, on production of proper evidence that he has been selected for such employment.

(3) The names of all persons provisionally registered under sub-section (1) or sub-section (2) in a State Medical Register shall be entered therein separately from the names of other persons registered therein.

(4) A person registered provisionally as aforesaid who has completed practical training referred to in sub-section (1) or who has been engaged for the prescribed period in employment in a resident medical capacity in any approved institution or in the Medical Service of the Armed Forces of the Union, as the case may be, shall be entitled to registration in the State Medical Register undersection 15-.]

SECTION 26: REGISTRATION OF ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(1) If any person whose name is entered in the Indian Medical Register obtains any title, diploma or other qualification for proficiency in sanitary science, public health or medicine which is a recognised medical qualification, he shall, on application made in this behalf in the prescribed manner, be entitled to have an entry staling such other title, diploma or other qualification made against his name in the Indian Medical Register either in substitution for or in addition to any entry previously made.

(2) The entries in respect of any such person in a State Medical Register shall be altered in accordance with the alterations made in the Indian Medical Register.

SECTION 27: PRIVILEGES OF PERSONS WHO ARE ENROLLED ON THE INDIAN MEDICAL REGISTER

Subject to the conditions and restrictions laid down in this Act regarding medical practice by persons possessing certain recognised medical qualifications, every person whose name is for the time being borne on the Indian Medical Register shall be entitled according to his qualifications to practice as a medical practitioner in any part of India and to recover in due course of law in respect of such practice any expenses, charges in respect of medicaments or other appliances, or any fees to which he may be entitled.

SECTION 28: PERSON ENROLLED ON THE INDIAN MEDICAL REGISTER TO NOTIFY CHANGE OF PLACE OF RESIDENCE OR PRACTICE

Every person registered in the Indian Medical Register shall notify any transfer of the place of his residence or practice to the Council and to the State Medical Council concerned, within thirty days of such transfer, failing which his right to participate in the election of members to the Council or a State Medical Council shall be liable to be forfeited by order of the Central Government either permanently or for such period as may be specified therein.

SECTION 29: INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED BY THE COUNCIL AND PUBLICATION THEREOF

(1) The Council shall furnish such reports, copies of its minutes, abstracts of its accounts, and other information to the Central Government as that Government may require.

(2) The Central Government may publish in such manner as it may think fit, any report, copy, abstract or other information furnished to it under this section or underSections 17-and 18.

SECTION 30: COMMISSIONS OF INQUIRY

(1) Whenever it is made to appear to the Central Government that the Council is not complying with any of the provisions of this Act, the Central Government may refer the particulars of the complaint to a Commission of inquiry consisting of three persons, two of whom shall be appointed by the Central Government, one being a Judge of a High Court, and one by the Council, and such Commission shall proceed to inquire in a summary manner and to report to the Central Government as to the truth of the matters charged in the complaint, and in case of any charge of default or of improper action being found by the Commission to have been established, the Commission shall recommend the remedies, if any, which are in its opinion necessary.

(2) The Central Government may require the Council to adopt the remedies so recommended within such time as, having regard to the report of the Commission, it may think fit, and if the Council fails to comply with any such requirement, the Central Government may amend the regulations of the Council, or make such provision or order or take such other steps as may seem necessary to give effect to the recommendations of the Commission.

(3) A Commission of Inquiry shall have power to administer oaths, to enforce the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents, and shall have all such other necessary powers for the purpose of any inquiry conducted by it as are exercised by a civil Court under the Code of Civil Procedure 1908.

SECTION 31: PROTECTION OF ACTION TAKEN IN GOOD FAITH

No suit, prosecution or other legal proceeding shall lie against the Government, the Council or a State Medical Council or any Committee thereof, or any officer or servant of the Government or Councils aforesaid for anything which is in good faith .dope or intended to be done under this Act.

SECTION 32: POWER TO MAKE RULES

(1) The Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules24to carry out the purposes of this Act.

(2) All rules made under this section shall be laid for not less than thirty days before both Houses of Parliament as soon as possible after they are made, and shall be subject to such modifications as Parliament may make during the session in which they are so laid or the session immediately following.

SECTION 33: POWER TO MAKE REGULATIONS

The Council may, with the previous sanction of the Central Government, make regulations generally to carry out the purposes of this Act, and without prejudice to the generality of this power, such regulations may provide for-

(a) the management of the property of the Council and the maintenance and audit of its accounts;

(b) the summoning and holding of meetings of the Council, the times and places where such meetings are to be held, the conduct of business there at and the number of members necessary to constitute a quorum;

(c) the resignation of members of the Council;

(d) the powers and duties of the President and Vice-President;

(e) the mode of appointment of the Executive Committee and other Committees, the summoning and holding of meetings, and the conduct of business of such Committees;

(f) the tenure of office, and the powers and duties of the Registrar and other officers and servants of the Council;

28(fa) the form of the scheme, the particulars to be given in such scheme, the manner in which the scheme is to be preferred and the fee payable with the scheme under clause (b) of sub-section (2) of Section 10A-;

(fb) any other factors under clause (g) of sub-section (7) of Section 10A-;

(fc) the criteria for identifying a student who has been granted a medical qualification referred to in the Explanation to sub-section (3) ofSection 10B-.]

(g) the particulars to be stated, and the proof of qualifications to be given in applications for registration under this Act;

(h) the fees to be paid on applications and appeals under this Act; (i) the appointment, powers, duties and procedure of medical inspectors and visitors;26[*]

26[(j)] the courses and period of study and of practical training to be undertaken, the subjects of examination and the standards of proficiency therein to be obtained, in Universities or medical institutions for grant of recognised medical qualifications;

(k) the standards of staff, equipment, accommodation, training and other facilities for medical education;

(l) the conduct of professional examinations, qualifications of examiners and the conditions of admission to such examinations;

(m) the standards of professional conduct and etiquette and code of ethics to be observed by medical practitioners; and]

25 "(ma) the modalities for conducting screening tests under sub-section (4-A), and under the proviso to sub-section (4-B). and for issuing eligibility certificate under subsection (4-B), of Section 13;".

27[(n)] any matter for which under this Act provision may be made by regulations.

SECTION 34: REPEAL OF ACT XXVII OF 1933

"As soon as the new Act [that is, the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956] is brought into force, the existing Council will cease to function as there is no provision for continuing the existing Council, and some time will necessary have to elapse before a new Council can be constituted under the 1956 Act. As it is desirable that there should be continuity in the existence of the Medical Council, it is proposed to provide for the continuance of the existing Council after the commencement of the new Act until the new Council is constituted. "This section gives effect to this object. -S.O.R. Gaz of India, 1958, Extra Pt IISection 2-, page 875,

SCHEDULE 01: RECOGNISED QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY UNIVERSITIES OR MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS IN INDIA

____________________________________________________________________________ University of Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration ____________________________________________________________________________ University of Allahabad.. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B.S., Allahabad Bachelor of Surgery.:[Doctor of Medicine (Gene- M.D. (Geni. Med.), All. ral Medicine). Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. & Prev. Med.),All.] and Preventive Medicine).[Master of Surgery (Ophgy). M.S. (Ophth.), All. thalmology) Master of Surgery (General M. S. (Genl. Surg.), Surgery). All. Doctor of Medicine (Patho- logy). M.D. (Path.), All. Doctor of Medicine (Physoi- logy). M.D. (Phy.), All].[Master of Surgery (Ana- tomy). M.S. (Ana.), All. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- macology) M:D.(Pharm.), All.][Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D.(Paed.), All.][Diploma in Oto-rhino- D.L.O. Laryngology Doctor of Medicine (Obst. and Gynae.) M.D.(Obst. and Gynae.)][Master of Surgery(Ortho- paedics) M.S.(Ortho.)]University of Bombay .... Licentiate in Medicine and L.M.S.Bombay. Surgery. , Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Bombay. Bachelor of Surgery. M.D" Bombay (General Medicine)][Doctor of Medicine (General... Medicine) M.S.Bombay. Master of Surgery[Diploma in Anesthesia D.A., Bombay.)[Doctor of Medicine (Tuberculosis.) ` M.D. (Tuberculosis). bom. Master. of Science in Pathology. M.Sc. (Pathology) Bom. Doctor of Medicine (Midwifery). M.D. (Mid.), Bom. Master of Surgery(Oto-Rhino-Laryngology) M.S.(Oto-Rhino-Laryngology). Bom. - ____________________________________________________________________________ University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration ____________________________________________________________________________ Diploma in Ophthalmology D.O., Bom.][Master of Surgery (Opthal-mology) M.S. (Opth.) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.) trics) Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.) logy) Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Ortho.) paedics) Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D. logy Diagnosis This qualification shall be recognised medical qualifica- tion when granted before the 30th April, 1979.][Doctor of Medicine (Pharmacology) M.D. (Pharm.) Doctor of Medicine (Neuro- M.D. (Neurology) logy Master of Surgery (Paedia- M.S. (Paed. tries Surgery) (paed. Surgery) Diploma in Radiation Medi- D.R.M. cine Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. biology) (Microbiology)][Master of Surgery (ral-Surgery) M.S. (Gen. Surg.) Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S. (Anat.) tomy) Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.) Preventive Medicine) This qualification shall be recognised medical qualifica- tion when granted on or before the 30th April, 1981.][Master of Surgery (Plas- M.S. (Plastic Surgery) tic Surgery) Master of Surgery (Plastic M.Ch. (Plastic Suegery) Surgery) Master of Surgery (Thoracic M.S. (Thoracic surgery) Surgery. Master of Surgery (Thoracic M.Ch. (Thoracic Surgery) (Surgery) Doctor of Medicine Neuro- D. M.(Neurology) logy Master of Surgery (Paedia- D.M.(Pade) Surgery) tric Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Path- M.D. (Path. and Bact,)] ology and Bacteriology)i [Master of Surgery (Neuro- M.Ch. (Neuro Surgery) Surgery) Note:- The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by the University of Bombay to the students trained at: (1) Grant Medical College, Bombay; (2) Seth G.S. Medical College, Bombay ; (3) T.N. Medical College, Bombay and (4) L.T.M, Medical College, Sion, Bombay on or before 31st December, 1988.]University of Calcutta ... Licentiate in Medicine and L.M.S..Calcutta. Surgery. Bachelor of Medicine M.B., Calcutta. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S,, Calcutta, Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine M.D.,Calcutta. Master of Surgery M.S..Calcutta, Master of Obstetrics M.O., Calcutta.[Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S., Calcutta.] Medicine and Surgery.[Diploma in Gynecology D.G.O., Calcutta. and Obstetrics.[Diploma in Maternity and D.M.C.W., Calcutta. Child Welfare.[Diploma in Public Health. D.P.H.,Cal.][Diploma in Tuberculosis T,D.D.,Cal.] Diseases.[Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.E.,Cal. logy and Electrology. Diploma in Basic Medical Dip. B.M.Sc. (Ana.), Cal, Sciences (Anatomy). Diploma in Basic Medical Dip. B.M.Sc. (Phy.), Cal. Sciences (Physiology). Diploma in Basic Medical Dip. B.M.Sc. (Pharma.), Cal, Sciences (Pharmacology), Diploma in Basic Medical Dip. B.M.Sc. (Path), Cal. Sciences (Pathology). Diploma in Cardiology ... Dip. Card. Cal. Diploma in Psychological D.P.M., Cal. Medicine. Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H.,Cal. Diploma in Industrial Health D.1.H., Cal.][Diploma in Dermatology DD., Cal, Diploma in Anaesthesiology D.A. Cal.][Master of Suegery (General M.S.(Genl.Surg.),Cal. Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Genl. Cal Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Derma- M.D.(Derm.),Cal. tology) Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Ortho.),Cal, paedics) Diploma in Medical Radio- logy and Diagnosis Diploma in Medical Radio- D,M.R.T., Cal, logy and Therapy MasterofSurgery(Obste- M.S.(Obst.andGynae.), Cal, tries and Gynaecology) Doctor of Medicine (Obste- M.D.(Obst. and Gynae.), Cal,] tries and Gynaecology)i[Master of Surgery(Oph- M.S.(Ophth.),Cal.] thalmology)j[Doctor of Medicine (Psy- M.D. (Psychiatry).][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Social and Prev. and Preventive Medicine) Medicine) , Master of Surgery (Anae- M.S. (Anaesthesiology) sthesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M. D. (Anaesthesiology) sthesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Physiology).] logy)[Diploma in (Ophthalmology) D.O. Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D.(Paed.) trics) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Anatomy).][Doctor of Medicine (Cardioloty) M.D. (Micro) Doctor of Medicine M.D.(Radio Diag.) (Radio Diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Micro)] (Microblolgy)[Doctor of Medicine M,D. (pharmacology) (Pharmacology) Master of Surgery M. Ch. (Palstic Surgery)] (Plastic Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine M.D- (Physical Medicine (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) and Rehailitation) (Tropical Medicine)[Diploma in (Tropical D.T.M. and H.] Medicine and Hygiene)University of Lucknow ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B., B.S., Lucknow Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine M.D., Lucknow. Master of Surgery ... M.S., LuckHow.[Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S.(Anatomy), Lucknow. tomy) Master of Surgery (Ortho- Morthopaedics}.Lucknow. paedies), Master of.Surgery (Ophthal- M.S.(Opth.), Lucknow. mology). Master of.Surgery (Obste- M.S.(Obst. & Gyn.).Lucknow, tries and Gynaecology). Master of.Surgery (E.N.T.) M.D. (E.N.T.).Lucknow. Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (.Phy.), Lucknow. logy) Doctor of.Medicine (Phar- M.D.(Pharm,),Lucknow. macology). Diploma in Laryngology and D.L.O. Lucknow. Otology. Diploma in Obstetric.-, and D.G.O., Lucknow. Gynaecology. Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.E.,Lucknow. logy & Electrology, Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S., Lucknow. Medicine & Surgery. Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P., Lucknow.] logy.[Diploma in Orthopaedics D. Orth., Lucknow. Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.D.. Lucknow.] Diseases.[Doclor of. Medicine (Tuber- M.D. (Tuberculosis). Lucknow] culosis).[Docior of Medicine (Social M.D. (Social & Preventive & Preventive Medicine). Medicine), Lucknow. Diploma in Public Health D.P.H.. Lucknow. Diploma in Anaesthesiology D.A., Lucknow. Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H.Lucknow.][fDocior of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radiology), Lucknow.] logy)[Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.C.D. Lucknow.] and Chest Diseases[Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M.D. (Anaes.), Lucknow. sthesiology) Master of Surgery (Plastic M.S. (Plastic Surgery), Lucknow.] Surgery)[Docior of Medicine (Pae- M.D. (Paediatrics). diatrics) Doctor of.Medicine (Psy- M.D.(Psychiairy).] chiatry)[Master of Surgery M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery)] Plastic Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Obsteirics M,D.(Obst.andCynae.)] and Gynaecology.[Doctor of Medicine D. M. (Cordiology)] (Cardiology)University of Madras ...Licentiate in Medicine and L.M.S., Madras. Surgery. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B., C.M., Madras. Master of Surgery. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B.S., Madras. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine M.D..Madras. raster of Surgery ... M.S..Madras.[Doctor of Medicine (General Medicine). M.D. (Gen. Med.), Madras. Doctor of Medicine (Obste- M.D. (Obst.), Madras. trics). Master of Surgery (Gynae- M.S. (Gyn.), Madras. cology). Doctor of Medicine (Pathology M.D. (Path. main & main/& Bacteriology subsidiary), Bact. subst.), Madras. Doctor of Medicine (Bacte- M.D. (Bact. main & Path. riology main/& Pathology subsidiary), Madras. subsidiary). Doctor of Medicine (Vene- M.D.(Venerology), Madras. reology). Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M.D.(Anaes.), Madras. sthesiology), Doctor of Medicine (Paedi- M.D. (Paed.), Madras. atrics). Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M,D. (Radiology), Madras. logy). Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.), Madras. Surgery). Master of Surgery (Oto- M.S. (OtoRhino- Laryngo- Rhino-Laryngology) logy). Madras. Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ort.- Rhio-Madras. paedics). Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O., Madras. Obstetrics. Diploma in Laryngology & D.L.O., Madras. Otology. Diploma in Orthopaedics Dip. Orth., Madras. Diploma in Venereology Madras. Diploma in Dermatology. Dip. Derma., Madras. Diploma in Child Health D.C.H., Madras. Diploma in Anaesthesia, D.A,, Madras. Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.T., Madras. logy-therapy. Diploma in Radiology-Diag- D.M.R.D., Madras.] nosis.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Madras. macology). Doctor of Medicine (Neuro- D.M. (Neurology), Madras. logy) Doctor of Medicine (Cardio- D.M. (Cardiology), Madras. logy) Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P., Madras. logy Master of Surgery (Paedia- M.Ch. (Paed. Surg.), Madras. tric Surgery).[Master of Surgery (Plas- M.Ch. (Plastic Surg.) Madras. tic Surgery) Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S.(Ana.)Madras. tomy) Master of Surgery (Neuro- M.Ch. (Neuro-Surg.) Madras.] Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Phy. main and Chem. siology main and Biochemistry subsidiary), Madras. subsidiary) Master of Surgety (Genito- M.Ch. (Genito-Urinaiy Urinary Surgery) Surgery), Madras. Master of Surgery (Thoracic M.Ch. (Thor. Surg.), Madras. Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Derma- M.D. (Derma,), Madras.] tology)[Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-therapy), Madras. Therapy)[Diploma in Psychological D.P.M.] Medicine[Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.C.D. and Chest Diseases Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Biochemistry) chemistry) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.) mology) Diploma in Ophthalmology D.O.][Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gyane.) and Gynaecology) Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.) and Preventive Medicine) Master of Surgery, (Neuro- M.S.(Neuro-Surg.)] Surgery)[Diploma in Public Health D.P.H.][Diploma in Physical Medicine Dip. Phys. Med. and Reh.] and Rehabilitation[Diploma in Medicine D.M. (Gastroenterology)] (Gastroenterology)Patna University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B"B.S.,Patna. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine ... M.D., Patna, Master of Surgery ... M.S., Patna,[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharma & Thera- macology & Therapeutics), peutics), Patna. ____________________________________________________________________________ University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration ____________________________________________________________________________ Master of Surgery(Oph- M.S.(Ophth.),Patna thalmology). Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Phy.) Patna. logy). Master or Surgery (0rtho- M.S. (Orth.)Patna. paedics) Master of Surgery (Plastic M.S.(Plastic Surgery) Surgery) Patna. Doctor of Medicine(Patho- M.S. (Path.), Patna. logy) Master of Surgery (Oto-. M.S(Oto-Rhino-Laryngo- Rhino-Laryngology). logy), Patna. Doctor lofMedipine(Medi- M.D.(Medicine), Patna. cine). Master of Surgery (Obste- M.S(Obst.&Gyne.)Patna. trics and Gynaecology). Doctor of Medicine (paedia M.D(Paediatrics)Patna. trics) Doctor of Medicine (Derma- M.D(Dermatology)Patna. tology). Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D(Radiology)Patna. . logy). Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S(Surgery)Patna.] Master of Surgery M.S. (Anaes.), Patna. Anaesthesiology)[Diploma in Obstetrics ...D.G.O., Patna. and Gynaecology Diploma in Child Health ...D.C.H., Patna. Diploma in Anaesthesiology ...D.A., Patna.][Diploma in Ctinical Path- D.C.P.] logy[Diplma in Meldical Radiology ...D.M.R. Doctor of Medibine (Bio- M.D. (Biochemistry), chemistry)[Master of Surgery (Ana- M.D. Anat). tomy)[Pondicherry University Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M.B.B.S. of Surgery Doctor of Medicine (General M.D.(Genl.Med.) Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetricts and M.D.(Obst. and Gynae.) Gynaecology) Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M.D. (Pharmacology) , cology) Doctor of Medicine (Anesthesiology) M. D. (Anaes.) Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology) M. D. (Derma.) Doctor of.Medicine (Biochemistry) M.D. (Biochemistry) Master of Surgery (General Surgery) M. S. (Gen. Surg.) Master of Surgery (Optbalmology) M.S.(0phth.) Master.of Surgery (Oto-rhino- M. S.(Oto-rhino- Laryngology). Laryngology) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S. (Ana.) Diploma in Child Health D.C.H. Diploma in Opthalmology D. 0. Diploma in Radio - diagnosis D. M. R. D. Diploma in Dermatology. D. P. Derma. Diploma in Public Health D. P. H. Diploma in Gynaecology and D. G. O. Obsterics Diploma in Chemical Pathology D. C. P. Master of Surgery (Genito-urinary- M. Ch. (Genito-Urinary Surgery) Surg.)][Doctor of Medicine M. D. (Microbiology) (Microbiology) Doctor of Medicine M. D. (Pathology) (Pathology) Doctor of Medicine M. D. (Paed.)] (Paedatrics)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Community (Community Medicine) Medicine)][Doctor of Surgery M. S.(Ortho.) (Orthopaedies) Diploma in Orthppaedics. D. Ortho.Andhra University Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B. S.,Andhra. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine ...M. D., Andhra Master of Surgery ...M.S., Andhra. Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery. L. M. S Andhra[Diploma in Laryngology and D. L. 0., Andhra Otology. Master of Surgery (General Surgery). M.S.(GeneralSurgery), Andhra. Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics). M. S. (0rthopaedics), Andhra' ____________________________________________________________________________ University or Recognised medical Abbreviation for Medical qualification registration Institution ____________________________________________________________________________ Diploma in Venereal Diseases D. V, D., Andhra.[Diploma in Ophthalmology D. O., (Ophth.), Andhra. Diploma in Gynaecology and D. G. O., Andhra.] Obstetrics. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M. D. (Medicine), Andhra. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology M. D. (Pah. & Bact.), and Bacteriology). Andhra, Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M. D.(Obst. & Gyn.), and Gynaecology). Andhra. Doctor of Medicine(Pharmacology) M. D., (Pharm.), Andhra. Doctor of Medicine(Bacteriology M, D. (Bact. including including Pathology). Path.), Andbra. Master of Surgery (E.N.T.). M.S.(E.N.T.), Andhra.[Master of Surgery (Ophthaimo- M. S. (Ophth.), Andhra.] logy).[Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S, (Ana.), Andhra.][Doctor of Medicine (Pathology M. D, (Path. and. Bact.), including Bacteriology) Andhra[Doctor of Medicine(Dermatology) M. D.(Dermatology), Andhra Diploma in Anaesthesiology D. A Andhra. Diploma in Tuberculosis Diseases T. D. D., Andhra.][Diploma in Medical Radiology D. M. R. D. Diagnosis Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M. D. (Paediatrics). Diploma in Child Health ... D. C. H. Doctor of Medicine (Biochemistry)M.D. (Biochemistry),][Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.T. logoy Therapy Diploma in Tuberculosis and D. T. C. D.] ChestDiseases[Diploma in Dermatology . . . D. D.k[Diploma in Clinical Pathology D. C. P. Doctor of Medicine(Dermatology) M. D. (Derm.) Diploma in Dermatology D. D.]___________________________________________________________________________ University or Recognised medical Abbreviation for Medical qualification registration Institution ____________________________________________________________________________ College of Membership of College of M.C. P. S..(Bombay). Physicians Physicians and Surgeons, This shall be a and Surgeons, Bombay recognised medical Bombay qualification only when granted after the 30th April, 1944. Fellowship of College of F.C.P.S.(Med.)(Bombay) Physicians and Surgeons, Bombay, F.C.P.S.(Path.) (Bombay). in Medicine, Pathology, Surgery or F. C. P, S. (Surg) Dermatology. (Bombay). F. C. P. S. (Derm.) (Bombay). These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications only when granted after the 1st April, 1954,[Fellowship of the College of[F. C. P. S. (Mid. & Gyn.) Physicians and Surgeons, Bombay F. C. P. S. (Ophth.) in Midwifery and Gynaecology, D, P. B. (Dip. in Path arid Bact.) Ophthalmology and Diplomas of D. G, 0. (Dip. in Gyn. & Obsts.) the said College in Pathology, and D. C, H. (Dip. in Obstetrics Child and Health) Child Helath These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications under this Schedule only when they are held by persons holding any other medical qualification specified in this Schedule.]University of Agra ... Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M.B.B.S.,Agra. of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M. D. (Med.), Agra. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M.D.(Pathology) Agra. Doctor of Medicine (Pharmacology) M,D. (Pharmachology), Agra. Master of Surgery (Ophthalmology) M. S. (Ophth.), Agra. Master of Surgery (Surgery) M. S, (Surg.), Agra. Master of Surgery (Obstetrici and M. S, (0bst.& Gyn.), Gynaecology). Agra. Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Phy.), Agra. Masfer of Surgery (Anatomy) . . . M. S. (Anatomy), Agra. Diploma in Ophthalmic Surgery and D. 0. M. S., Agra] Medicine.[Diploma in Child Health ... D.C. H., Agra.][Diploma in Medical Radiology and D, M. R. E Agra.] Electrology.[Doctor of Medicine Paediatrics). M. D, (Paed.), Agra. Diploma in AnaesthesiOlogy D. A., Agra, Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest D.T. C.D Agra. Diseases. Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaeco- D,G. O Agra] logy.[Diploma in Orthopaedics . . . D. Orth., Agra. Diploma in Clinical Pathology . . . D. C. P., Agra][Doctor of Medicine (Psychological M.D.(Psy. Medicine.)] Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Social and M.D(Pre.and Soc.Med)] Preventive Medicine)University of East Punjab ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B. B.S., East Punjab Bachelor of Surgery.[Punjab University Bachelor of Medicine and M.B. B.S, (Punjab)] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M. D. (Med.), Punjab. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M.D.(Path.) Punjab. Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M.D.(Physiology)Punjab Master of Surgery (Ophthalmology). M.S.(Ophth), Punjab. Master of Surgery (Surgery) M. S. (Surg.), Punjab. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) . . . M. S. (Anatomy)Punjab. Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine D. 0. M. S., Punjab. and Surgery. Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics and M. D. (Obst. and Gyn.) Gynaecology). Punjab. Doctor of Medicine (Pharmaco- M. D. (Pharmacology), logy), Punjab. Master of Surgery (Anaesthesia) M. S. (Anaesthesia), Punjab. Diploma in Anaesthesia D. A. Punjab.][Diploma in Tuberculosis Discases. D.T.D.Punjab. This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification under this Schedule only when it is held by a person holding any other medical qualification. specified in this Schedule.][Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M.S.(E.N.T.), Punjab.) Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest D. T. C. D. . , diseases[Diploma in Medical Radiology D. M. R. Diploma in Obstetrics and D. G. O. Gynaecology Diploma in Child Health . . . D. C. H. Master of Surgery (Orthopaedice) M. S. (Orthopaedics) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D. (Paediatrics).][Master of Surgery (Plastic Surgery) M.Ch.(Plastic Surgery).][Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthe- M. D. (Anaes.)] siology)East Punjab State Medical Licenciate in Medicine and Surgery. L. M. S. East Punjab. Faculty. This qualification shall be a recognised one only when granted on or after the 15th August, 1947, provided the holders thereof had passed the F Sc., examination before taking up medical studies.[State Medical Faculty of Punjab. Licenciate in Medicine and Surgery. L. M. S., (Punjab). This qualification shall be a recognised one provided the holders thereof had passed the F. Sc. Examination before . taking up medical studies.]University of Delhi Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surger M.B.B.S. (Delhi)[Diploma in Tuberculosis Diseases. D. T. D. (Delhi)].[Master of Science (Anatomy). M. Sc. (Anatomy), Delhi Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D.(Med), Delhi Master of Surgery (General Surgery), M. S, (General Surgery), Delhi. Doctor of Medicine (Obstetetrics and M. D. (Obst. and Gynaecology) Gyn.), Delhi][Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases. D. T. C. D., Delhi][Diploma in Ophthalmology. D. O., Delhi Diploma in Anaesthesia . . . D. A., Delhi][Diploma in Gynaecology and D. G. O., Delhi. Obstetrics. Master of Science (Medical Bio- M. Sc. (Med. Bio- Chem.), Delhi. chemistry).[Doctor of Medicine (Medical Bio- M. D. (Medical Bio- Chemistry), chemistry).Delhi.] Master of Science (Pharmacology),M.Sc.(Pharm.)Delhi. Diploma in Child Health D. C. H., Delhi.][Master of Science (Medical M.Sc. (Med. Bact.), Bacteriology) Delhi. Doctor of Medicine (Medical Micro- M. D. (Med. Micro,), Delhi.] biology), ____________________________________________________________________________ University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration ____________________________________________________________________________[Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M. D(Paed.) Delhi- Doctor of Medicine (Social and M. D. (Soc. and Prev. Preventive Medicine) Med.), Delhi Master of Surgery (Ophthalmology) M.S.(Ophth.), Delhi Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) .... M.S.(E.N.T.), Delhi Doctor of Medicine (RadioDiagnosis) M.. D.(Radio-Diag.), Delhi Master of Surgery (Orthopaedies) M. S. (Ortho.), Delhi Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthesiology M. D. (Anaes.), Delhi][Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S. (Ana), Delhi Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) . . . M. D. (Path.), Delhi Diploma in Medical RadiologyDiagnosis D. M. R. D., Delhi Diploma in Medical Radiology Diagnosis D. M. R. T., Delhi Diploma in Radiation Medicine . . . D. R. M., Delhi Master of Surgery (Plastic Surgery) M. Ch. (Plastic Surgery), Delhi.][Doctor of Medicine (Pharmacology)- M.D.(Pharm.), Delhi Doctor of Medicine (Cardiology) M.D. (Cardiology), Delhi.][Doctor of Medicine (Community Health M.D. (Community Health Administration) Administration).][Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology M.D.(Derm. including including Leprosy Leprosy and and Venereal Ven. Diseases) Diseases) Diploma in Venereology and Dermatology D. V. D,]l[Diploma in Otology and D. L. O.Laryngology This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification when granted on or before 30th April, 1979][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Phy.) Diploma in Health Education D. H. E. When held by medical graduates only.][Doctor of Medicine (Tubercu losis M. D.(Tuberculosis and and Resp.Diseases Resp.Diseases)][Diploma in Dermatology D. D,][Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M. D. (Forensic Medicine) Medicine) University of Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[D. M. (Castro-enterlogy) D. M. (Gaz Entero.) (G. B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi) Granted from 1-3-85][M. Ch. (Neuro-Surgery) M. Ch. (Neuro-Surg,) This qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by University of Delhi from July, 1987 in respect of students being trained at G. B. Pant Hospital, New Delhi.][Doctor of Medicine (Neurology) D. M. (Neurology)]Gauhati University Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M, B. B. S., (Gauhati) of Surgery.[Master of Surgery (General M, S. (General Surgery), Gauhati Surgery). Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M. S. (Ophthalmology), Gauhati. mology). Diploma in Ophthalmology D. O. Gauhati.][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Physiology) Gauhati. Doctor of Medicine (Biochemistry) M.D.(Bio-chemistry)][Master of Surgery (Oto-Rhino- M. S. (Oto-Rhino- Laryngology), Laryngology) . . . Gauhati. Diploma in Oto-Rhino-Lary D, L. O., Gauhati. ngology) Doctor of Medicine (General M. D. (Gen. Med.), Gauhati. Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M. D. (Obst. and Gynae.) and Gynaecology) . . . Gauhali.][Doctor of Medicine (Pharmaco- M.D.(Pharm.) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Pathology and M. D. (Path. and Micro.) Microbiology) Diploma in Clinical Pathology . . . D. C. P. Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynae- D, G. D. cologv ____________________________________________________________________________ University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration . ____________________________________________________________________________ Master of Surgery , M. S. (Anatomy).] (Anatomy)[Diploma in Forensic Medicine D. F. M.][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (S and PM)] and Preventive Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Forensic Medicine)] Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Microbiology)] (Microbiology)[State Medical Faculty of Bengal. Membership of the State Medical M.M.F. Faculty of Bengal. (Bengal). This qualification shall be a recognised qualification only when granted before 15th August, 1947.]State Medical Faculty of West Membership of the State Medical M.M.F., (West Bengal). Bengal. Faculty of West Bengal. West University of Bachelor of Medicine Bihar and M.B.,B.S.,(Bihar). Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M.D. (Pathology), Bihar. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy), Bihar. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M.D. (Medicine), Bihar. Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S. (Surgery), Bihar.][Master of Surgery (Midwifery M.S. (Mid. & Gyn.), Bihar. & Gynaecology). Doctor of Medicine Midwifery M.D. (Mid. & Gyn.), Bihar. & Gynaecology).c[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharmacology), macology). Bihar.]d[Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M.D. (Physiology), Bihar. Doctor of Medicine (Psychological M.D. (Psychological Medicine), Medicine). Bihar.]e[Master of Surgery (Anae- M.S. (Anaes.), Bihar. sthesia) Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M.S. (Obst. and Gyane.), and Gynaecology) Bihar. Master of Surgery (Oto-rhino- M.S. (Oto-hino-laryngology), laryngology) ... Bilar.]f[Master of Surgery (Oph- M.S. (Ophtli.) thalmology) Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Forensic Medicine).] Medicine)University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registrationUniversity of Poona Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B.S.,(Poona). Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Midwifery), M.D. (Mid.), Poona,][Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D. (Medicine), Poona. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology). M.D. (Pathology), Poona. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm), Poona. macology.). Master of Surgery (Surgery). M.S. (Surgery), Poona.][Doctor of Philosophy Ph. D. (Pathology). Poona.] (Pathology).[Diploma in Public Health D.P.H., (Poona).][Diploma In Clinical Pathology. D.C.P., Poona.][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.), and Preventive Medicine) Poona. Diploma in Public Health D.P.H., Poona. Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M.S. (E.N.T.), Poona. Diploma in Laryngology and D.L.O., Poona. Otology Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M.D. (Anaes.), Poona. sthesiology) ; Diploma in Anaesthesiology D.A., Poona. Diploma in Venereology and D.V.D., Poona. Dermatology Master of Science (Anatomy) M.Sc. (Ana.), Poona Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Poona Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) ... M.D. (Paed.), Poona Diploma in Child Health D.C.H., Poona.][Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.), and Gynaecology) Poona Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-diagnosis), Poona diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine (Physiology)... M.D. (Physiology), Poona piploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.D., Poona] Diagnosis[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Tuberculosis and (Tuberculosis and Chest, Chest / Respiratory Diseases) Respiratory Diseases) Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics)... M.S.(Ortho.)][Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S.] Medicine and Surgery[Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Microbiology) biology) Diploma of Medical Virology D.M.V. Diploma in Health Admin- D.H.A,] istration[Master of Surgery (Cardio- M.Ch. (Card Thoracic Surgery) Thoracic Surgery) Master of Surgery (Plastic M.Ch. (Plastic Surg.)] Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology M.D. (Derm. and Ven.) and Venereology Doctor of Medicine (Psychiatry) ... M.D. (Psy.) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Opth.)] mology)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Path. and Micro.)] Pathology and Microbiology)[Diploma in Gynaecology D.G.O.] Obstetrics University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registrationUtkal University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B.S.(Utkal). Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D.(Pharm.), Utkal. macology). Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D., Utkal. logy and Diagnosis. Doctor of Medicine (Derma- M.D. (Dermatology & Vene- tology and Venereology) reology).][Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.), Utkal. logy) Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P., Utkal. logy. Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Phy.), Utkal. logy). Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Genl. Med.), Utkal. Medicine). Master of Surgery (Oto- M.S. (Oto-Rhino-Laryngo- Rhino-Laryngology). logy), Utkal. Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S. (Surg.), Utkal.]C[Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Bio-Chemistry), Chemistry). Utkal.][Master of Surgery Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Utkal. Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) ... M.D. (Paed.), Utkal.][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.), and Preventive Medicine) ... Utkal.][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Radio-diagnosis). Radio-diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Forensic Medicine).] Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-therapy). therapy) Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A. Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H.][Master of Surgery (Oph- . M.S. (Ophth.).] thalmology)[Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Orth.).] paedics)[Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.)] and Gynaecology) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registrationGujaratVniversity ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B"B.S.(Gujarat). Bachelor of Surgery.[Master of Surgery (General M.S. (General Surgery), Surgery). Gujarat. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine M.D. (Medicine & Therapeutics), & Therapeutics). Gujarat. Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. & Gyn.] & Gynaecology). Gujarat.][Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Pathology), Gujarat.] logy)-[Diploma in Anaesthesia. D.A. (Gujarat).][Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S., Gujarat. Medicine and Surgery. Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O., Gujarat. Obstetric. Diploma in Paediatrics D. Paed.. Gujarat. Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D. (Paed.), Gujaiat.][Master of Science (Anatomy) M.Sc. (Anatomy), Gujarat. Master of Science (Physiology). M.Sc. (Physiology), Gujarat. Diploma in Tuberculosis T.D.D., Gujarat. Diseases. Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthesia). M.D. (Anaesthesia), Gujarat. Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics). M.S. (Orth.), Gujarat.][Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.E., Gujarat. logy & Electrology. Diploma in Ophthalmology D.O., Gujarat. Diploma in Venereal Diseases D.V.D., Gujarat. Doctor of Medicine (T.B.). M.D. (T.B.), Gujarat.][Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Gujarat.] macology).[Master of Surgery (Oph- M.S. (Ophth.), Gujarat. thalmology). Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-diagnosis). diagnosis). Gujaral. Master in Surgery (Oto- M.S. (E.N.T.), Gujarat. Rhino-Laryngology). Diploma in Oto-Rhino- D.L.O., Gujarat.] Laryngology. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Gujarat. macology)[Diploma in Psychological D.P.M., Gujarat.] Medicine[Diploma in Clinical Pathology ... D.C.P. Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D.(Soc. and Prev. Medicine).] and Preventive Medicine)[Master of Surgery M.S. (Ana.) (Anatomy) 886 [Sch I] [The Indian] Medical Council Act, 1956 University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Note:- The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification where granted by Gujarat University in respect of the students trained at B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad,][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Derm.)] (Dermatology)Nagpur University Bachelor of Medicine and M.B" B.S., Nagpur. Bachelor of Surgery.[Master of Science (Anatomy). M.S. (Anatomy), Nagpur. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D. (Med.), Nagpur.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Nagpur. macology). Doctor of Medicine (Preventive M.D. (Preventive and Social and Social Medicine) Medicine), Nagpur,][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology), M.D. (Phy.), Nagpur. Diploma in Ophthalmology) ... D.O" Nagpur.][Master of Surgery (Oph- M.S. (Ophtl.), Nagpur. thalmology) Doctor of Medicine (Pathology M.D. (Path. and Bact.), Nagpur.] and Bacteriology).[Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Nagpur.]f[Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A., Nagpur. Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H.. Nagpur.][Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.D., Nagpur. Diseases Diploma in Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.). and Gynaecology) ... Nagpur. Diploma in Obstetrics and D.G.O., Nagpur.] Gynaecology Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D.Orth.[Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Bio-Chem.) Chemistry) Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) ... M.D. (Phy.) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.) mology) Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S. Medicine and Surgery Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.) paedics) Master of Surgery (Plastic M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery). Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaesth.),] thesiology) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.C.D.] and Chest Diseases[Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Micro.) biology) This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification when granted on or before 30th April, 1981.][Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.).] Surgery)[Diploma in Oto-Laryingology D.L.O.- Master of Surgery (ENT) M.S. (ENT)][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Forensic (Forensic Medicine) Medicine)]Osmania University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B., B.S., (Osmania). Bachelor of Surgery.[Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A., Osmania. Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R. Osmania. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.), Osmania. Surgery). Master of Surgery (Oph- M.S. (Ophth.), Osmania. thalmology). Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Gen. Med.), Osmania.] Medicine). Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M.D. (Path.), Osmania. Doctor of Medicine (Microbiology). M.D. (Microbiology), Osmania. Doctor of Medicine (Physiology). M.D. (Physiology), Osmania. Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Biochemistry), Osmania. chemistry). Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Osmania. macology). Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Forensic Medicine), Medicine). Osmania. Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D.(Anaes.), Osmania. thesiology). Diploma in Public Health D.P.H., Osmania.] Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Osmania.[Master of Surgery (Oto- M.S. (E.N.T.), Osmania.] Rhino-Laryngology)[Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S.(Anat.) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Diploma in Ophthalmology ... D.O. Diploma in Oto-Rhino- D.L.O.] Laryngology[Diploma in Venereology ... D.V. Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Rad. Therapy) Therapy) Diploma in Forensic Medicine ... D.F.M. Master of Surgery (Paediatrics M.Ch.(Paed.Surg.).] Surgery)[Master of Surgery (Neuro- . M.Ch. (Neuro-Surgery.] Surgery)[Master of Surgery M.S.(Ortho.) (Orthopaedics) Note - The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by Osmania University in respect of the students being trained at Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad.][Diploma in Clinical Pathology D.C.P. Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology) M.D. (Derm.) Diploma in Dermatology D.D.][Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.) Surgery) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Ana.) Note - The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by Osmania University in respect of the students trained at Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad.][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) (Obstetrics and Gynaecology) Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O.] Obstetrics)University of Mysore ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B., B.S. (Mysore).] Bachelor of Surgery. This qualification shall be a recognised qualification only when granted after the 31st December. 1932.[Diploma in Psychological D.P.M. (Mysore).] Medicine.[Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Genl. Med.), Mysore. Medicine) Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Genl. Surg.) Mysore. Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynac.). and Gynaecology) ... Mysore. Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O.. Mysore. Obstetrics University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) ... M.S.(E.N.T.),Mysore. Diploma in Oto-Rhino D.L.O., Mysore.] Laryngology[Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaesthesiology), thesiology) ... Mysore. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) ... M.D. (Path.), Mysore. Diploma in Tuberculosis and D.T.C.D. Mysore. Chest Diseases Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D.(Microt>ioloj;y), Mysore. biology) Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D.Ortho. Mysore.)[Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A.][Diploma in Child Health D.C.H. (when granted o.i or after 1st January, 1975) Doctor in Medicine M.D. (Paed.) (Paediatrics) (when granted o.i or alter 1st June. 1977) Note.- The above qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications when granted by the University of Mysore in respect oi"the students being trained at J.J.M. Medical Coliege, Davengere.][Doctor of Medicine . M.D. (Derma. and Ven.) Dermatology and Venereology) Diploma in Venereology and D.V.D. Dermatology Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Radio Diag.) (Radio-diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Paed.) (Paediatrics) Diploma in child Health D.C.H.]University of Rajasthan ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.. B.S., Rajasthan. Bachelor of Surgery. Master of Surgery in General M.S. (Gen. Surg.', Ra)asthan. Surgery. Doctor of Medicine in Medicine M.D. (Med. and Fhera.), and Therapeutics. Rajasthan. Doctor of Medicine in Patho- M.D. (Path. and Bacteriology), logy and Bacteriology Rajasthan. Master of Science in Physiology M.Sc. (Physiology), Rajasthan. Master of Science (Medical) M.Sc. (Medical) .Pharmaco- (Pharmacology). logy), Rajasthan.[Master of Science in Medical M.Sc. (Medical) (Anatomy), -. Anatomy. . Rajasthan.][Master of Surgery (Oph- M.S. (Ophth.). Rajasthan.] thalmology. These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications only when granted on or after the 1st of July 1957.[Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M.S. (Obst. & Gyn.) & Gynaecology). Rajasthan).] University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification -registration[Master of Science (Medi- M.Sc. (Medi. Path.), Rajasthan. Pathology). Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics). M.S. (Orth,), Rajasthan. Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics). M.D. (Paed.), Rajasthan,][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D.-(Social & Preventive & Preventive Medicine). Medicine), Rajasthan.][Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.E., Rajasthan. and Electrology. Diploma in Anaesthesiology. D.A. Rajasthan.][Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Rajasthan.] macology).[Master of Surgery (Anatomy) .,.. M.S. (Ana.), Rajasthan Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.C.D., Rajasthan and Chest Diseases Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) ... M.D. (Phy.), Rajasthan Master of Surgery (Oto- M.S. (Oto-rhino-laryngology), rhino-Laryngology) ... Rajasthan]Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaes.) thesiology) Master in Surgery (Anaes- M.S. (Anaes.) thesiology) Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.D. Diagnosis Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radiology) logy) ... This qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted before 30th April, 1979.][Diploma in Public Health D.P.H.][Diploma in Obst. and Gynae. D.G.O.][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Psychiatry) (Psychiatry) Note:- The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by University of Rajasthan in respect of the students being trained at S.M.S. Medical College, Jaipur.][Doctor of Medicine (Radio M.D. (Radio Diagnosis)] Diagnosis)[Doctor of Medicine (Dermato- M.D. (Derm., Ven., and Leprosy)] logy, Venereology and Leprosy)[Master of Surgery (Neuro M.Ch. (Neuro Surgery)] Surgery)[Master of Surgery (Paediatric M.Ch. (Paediatric Surgery)] Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Pathology) (Pathology) Doctor of Medicine (Tuberculosis M.D. (Tuberculosis and and Respiratory Diseases) Respiratory Diseases) Doctor of Medicine (Tuberculosis M.D. (Tuberculosis and and Chest Diseases) Chest Diseases)]Travancore University. Bachelor of Medicine & M.B.B.S. Travancore. Bachelor of Surgery. University of Kerala. Bachelor of Medicine & M.B.B.S., (Kerala). Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine, (Me- M.D. (Med.), Kerala. dicine). Master of Surgery (Sur- M.S. (Surg.), Kerala. gery). Doctor of Medicine (Ob- M.D.(Obst, & Gyn.), stetrics & Gynaecology). Kerala. Diploma in Gynaecology D.G.O., Kerala.] and Obstetrics.[Doctor of Medicine (Path- M.D. (Path.), Kerala. ology). Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Phy.), Kerala. logy). Diploma in Child Health. D.C.H., Kerala.][Doctor of Medicine (Ana- M.D, (Ana.), Kerala. tomy). Diploma in Public Health. D.P.H., Kerala.][Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Biochemistry), chemistry) Kerala][Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D.(Pharm.)] macology)[Diploma in Anaesthesio- D.A. logy Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S. (Anatomy) tomy) - Master of Surgery .(Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.) paedics) Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D. Ortho. Diploma in Oto-rhino-lar- D.L.O. yngology Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophthal.) mology) Diploma in Ophthalmology D.O.][Doctor of Medicine (Pae- M.D. (Paed.) diatrics) Diploma in Psychological D.P.M. Medicine Doctor of Medicine (Foren- M.D. (Forensic Medicine) sic (Medicine) Master of Surgery (Paedia- M.Ch. (Paed. Surgery)] trie Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaes.)] thesiology) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Soc. and Prev. (Social and Preven- Med.) tive Medicine) Note: The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by Kerala University in respect of students being trained at Medical College, Trivandrum.][Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Derm.. Ven. (Dermatology, Venereology and Lep.) and I.eprosy) Note: The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by Kerala University in respect of students being trained at Medical College, Trivendrum.][Doctor of Medicine D.M. (Neurology)] (Neurology)[Master of Surgery M.Ch. (Plas. Surgery). (Plastic Surgery) Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Radio-Diag.) (Radio Diagnosis) Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D.] logy Diagnosis.[M.S. University of Baroda. Bachelor of Medicine & M.B.B.S.,(Baroda). Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine. M.D..(Medicine). Master of Surgery. M.S., (Surgery). Master of Science in Physiology M.Sc., (Physiology),][Diploma in Anaesthesia. D.A., Baroda. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology). M.D. (Path.), Baroda. Diploma in Oto-Rhino-Laryngo- D.L.O., (Baroda).] logy.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Baroda. macology). Master of Science (Anatomy). M.Sc. (Anatomy), Baroda. Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. & Gyn.), Baroda. & Gynaecology). Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O. Baroda.] Obstetrics.[Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Orthopaedics), Baroda.] paedics).[Diploma in Paediatrics. D. Paed., Baroda. Diploma in Dermatology and D.V. & D., Baroda. Venereology. Diploma in Tuberculosis Diseases T.D. D., Baroda. Diploma in Clinical Pathology. D.C.P., Baroda.][Doctor of Medicine (Social & M.D. (Social & Preventive Preventive Medicine). Medicine), Baroda. Diploma in Ophthalmology. D.O., Baroda.][Doctor of Medicine (Pae- M.D. (Paed.), Baroda.] University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration dialries).[Master of Surgery (Olo-Rhino- M.S. (Oto-Rhino-Laryngology), Laryngology). Baroda.]j[Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S. (Ana.), Baroda. tomy) Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H., Baroda.]Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-diagnosis), Diagnosis) ... Baroda. Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophthalmology), Baroda.] mology)l[Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D.] diagnosis[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Physiology).] siology)...[Doctor of Medicine (Ana- M.D. (Anaes.)] esthesia)[Diploma in Public Health D.P.H.][Maharashi Dayanand University. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (General Surgery) Surgery) Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M.B.B.S. of Surgery Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.) paedics) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.) trics) Doctor of Medicine Dermatology M.D. (Derm. including Ven. and including Ven. and Leprosy) Leprosy) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.) mology Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M.S. (E.N.T.) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) and Gynaecology) Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A. Doctor of Medicine (Soc. and M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Medicine) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation lor Institution qualification registration Prev. Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Medi- M.D. (Medicine)] cine)[Diploma in Orthopaedics D.O., Orth. Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Microbiology) biology) Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anals.)] thesiology)[Doctor of Medicine (Radio M.D. (Radio-Diag.) Diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D.(Phy.) siology) Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine D.O.M.S. and Surgery Diploma in Veneral Diseases D.V.D.][Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Biochem.)] chemistry)[Diploma in Radio Diagnosis D.M.R.D.][Diploma in Medical Radio DMRM] Diagnosis[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Tuberculosis and (Tuberculosis and Respiratory Respiratory Diseases)] Diseases)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Tuberculosis and Chest (Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases) (Granted on or Diseases) before August, 1990)][Karnatak University. Bachelor of Medicine & M.B.B.S., Karnataka.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharmacology)] macology)[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Physiology) siology) Diploma in Clinical Pathology D.C.P.][Doctor of Medicine (Pae- M.D. (Paediatrics) diatrics) Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Doctor of Medicine (General M.D, (Gen. Med.) Medicine) Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Genl. Surgery)] Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Micro.) (Microbiology) (.J.N. Medical College, Belgaum) Granted from 1-2-88. Doctor of Medicine (Obst. and M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) Gynaecology) (.J.N. Medical College, Belgaum) Granted from University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration 1-8.81. Diploma in Gynaecology D.G.O. (J.N. Medical College, Belgaum.) Granted from 1-1-80. Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics) M.S. (Ortho.) (J.N. Medical College, Belgaum.) Granted from 1-2-85. Diploma in Orihopaedics. D. Ortho. (J.N. Medical College, Belgaum.) Granted from l-8-83. Master of Surgery (Opthalmology) M.S.(Opth.) (J.N. Medical College, Belgaum) Granted from 1-2-89. Diploma in Opthaimology D.O.(J.N. Medical College, Belgaum) Granted from 1-8-83.][Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Anatomy) Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthesio- M.D, (Anaes.) logy) Diploma in Anaesthesilogy D.A. (Anaes.)][Aligarh University ... Diploma in Ophthalmology This qualification shall be D.O. (Dip. in Ophthalmology) a recognised medical qualifi- cation under this Schedule only when it is held by a person holding any other medical qualification specified in this Schedule,][Master of Surgery M.S. (Anaes.) (Anaesthesiology) Note - This qualification shall be recognised qualification when granted after 23-11-84. Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Anaes.) (Anaesthesiology) Note - This qualification shall be recognised qualification when granted on or before 24-11-84.][Jabalpur University ... Bachelor of Medicine & M.B.B.S.,Jabalpur.] Bachelor of Surgery. Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M.S.(Obst.& Gyn.),Jabalpur. and Gynaecology).[Doctor of Medicine (General M.D.(Genl.Med,),Jabalpur. Medicine). Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Jabalpur.] macology).[Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaes.), Jabalpur, thesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D.(Paed.),.Jabalpur.][Doctor of medicine (Patho- M.D. (Pathology) logy) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M.S. (E.N.T.) Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D,(Phy.)] siology)[Master of Surgery (Surgery)... M.S. (Surgery)]f [Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Anal.)[These qualificationa shall he recognised medical qualifications when granted on or before the 25th January, 19S3.] Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radiology) logy) ... This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualifi- cation when granted on or belore 30th Aprli, 1981.[Rani Durgavati Vishvavidyalaya, Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S. Jabalpur. Bachelor of Surgery Master of Surgery (Obstetrics and M.S. (Obst.. and Gynae.) Gynaecology) Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Gen. Med.) Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Pharmaco- M.D. (Pharm.) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Anacsthesio- M.D. (Anaes.) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D. (Paed.) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Ana.) Doctor of Medicine (Prevention M.D. (Prev. and Soc. Med.) and Social Medicine, Master of Surgery (Ophthal.mo- M.S. (Opth.) logy) Doctor of medicine (Pathology, M.D. (Path.) Diploma in Child Health D.C.H. Master of Surgery (Oto-Rhino- M.S.(E..T.) Laryngology) Doctor of Medicine (Physiology, M.D. (Phy.) Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S. (Surg.) Doctor of Medicine (Radiology) M.D. (Radiology). These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications only when granted on or before 26th January, 1983.][Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O.] Obstetrics[Sri Venkateshwar University. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S.Venkaleshwar.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Genl. Mod.), Ven- University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Medicine), kateshwar. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Genl. Surg.), Ven- Surgery) kateshwar.][Diploma in Clinical Pathology D.C.P.,Venkateshwara.]d[Doctor of Medicine (Physic- M.D. (Physiology), Venkatelogy ... shwara Master of Science (Physic- M.Sc. (Physiology) Venkate- logy) ... shwara.][Master of Science (Anatomy) ... M.Sc. (Anatomy) Master of Science (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy)][Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Bio-chem.) chemistry) Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D, (Pharmacology) macology) Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) ... M.D. (Pathology) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) and Gynaecology) ... This qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted before the 30th April, 1978.[Diploma in Anaesthesiology.. D,A.][Punjabi University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Punjabi.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D. (Medicine), Punjabi.][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology). M.D.(Phy,), Punjabi, Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Genl. Surg,), Punjabi. Surgery). Doctor of Medicine (Ophthaimo- M.D. (Ophth.), Punjabi.] logy).[Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S,, Punjabi,] Medicine and Surgery[Master of Surgery (Anaes- M.S. (Anacs.), Punjabi. thesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst, and Gynae.), and Gynaecology) Punjabi, Diploma in Obstetrics and D.G.O. Punjabi. Gynaecology Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Orth.),.Punjabi. paedics) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.), Punjabi. trics) Dipioma in Child Health ... D.C.H., Punjabi.][Master of Surgery (Oto- M.S. (Oto-Laryngology), Laryngology) ... Punjabi.][Master of Surgery (Anatomy)... M.S. (Anatomy) Punjabi.][Doctor of Medicine (Pathology M.D, Path. and Micro.)] and Microbiology)[Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D.(Soc. and Prev. Medicine). and Preventive Medicine) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology M.D. (Derm. and Ven.)] and Venereology)[Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A.][Diploma in Sports Medicine D.S.M.][UnIversity of Indore ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.,B.S.,lndore. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M.D. (Phy.), Indore. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Indore. macology). Doctor of Medicine (Pathology). M.D. (Path.), Indore. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D, (Med,), Indore. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.), Indore. Surgery). Master of Surgery (Anatomy). M.S. (Anatomy), Indore. Master of Surgery (Obstetrics and M.S. (Obst. & Gyn.), Indore. Gynaecology). Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.), Indore. mology). Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D. (Paediatrics), Indore. Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine D.O.M.S. Indore. and Surgery. Diploma in Child Health. D.C.H. Indore. Diploma in Tuberculosis T.D.D. Indore.] Diseases.[Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Social & Preventive and Preventive Medicine). Medicine), Indore.[Diploma in Clinical Pathology D.C.P., Indore. Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics) M.S. (Orth.), Indore.][Diploma in Tuberculosis and D.T.C.D., Indore. Chest Diseases Master of Surgery (Oto-rhino- M.S. (Oto-rhino-Laryngo- Laryngology) ... logy), Indore,][Diploma in Laryngology and D.L.O. . Otology ... Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-diagnosis). diagnosis) Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A., Jiwaji.][Doctor of Medicine (An- M.D. (Anaes.)] aesthesiology)[Jiwaji University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Jiwaji. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M.D. (Phy.), Jiwaji. Doctor of Medicine (Pharmaco- M.D. (Pharm.), Jiwaji. logy). Doctor of Medicine (Pathology). M.D. (Path.), Jiwaji. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M.D. (Med.), Jiwaji. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy), Jiwaji. Master of Surgery (Surgery) ... M.S.(Surg.), Jiwaji. Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M.S. (Obst. and Gyn.), Jiwaji. and Gynaecology). Master of Surgery (Ophthaimo- M.S. (Opth.), Jiwaji. logy)- Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.E., Jiwaji.] and Electrology.[Master of Surgery (E.N.T.)... M.S. (E.N.T.), Jiwaji. Diploma in Laryngology and D.L.O., Jiwaji.] Otology Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A" Jiwaji.[Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P.] logy[Doctor in Medicine Anaes- M,D. (Anaes.)] thesiology[Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S. Medicine and Surgery. Diploma in Opthalmology D.O.][[Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada Bachelor of Medicine and M.B., B.S., Marathwada.] [ Univenity ... gachelor of Surgery,[Doctor of Medicine (Pathology). M.D. (Pathology), Marathwada. Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Gen. Med.), Marathwada. Medicine). Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics), M.D. (Obst.), Marathwada.][Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.), Surgery). Marathwada.][Doctor of Medicine (Pae- . M.D. (Paed.), Marathwada. diatrics) Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H., Marathwada. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.R. (Pharm.), Marathwada. macology) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gyn.), arid Gynaecology) ... Marathwada.][Diploma in Anaesthesiology... D,A" Marathwada. Diploma in Obstetrics and - D.G.O., Marathwada. Gynaecology University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation Tor Institution qualification registration Master of Surgery (Anatomy)... M.S. (Anatomy), Marathwada. Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Physiology), Marath- logy) ... wada,][Master of Surgery (Ophthaimo- M.S. (Ophthalmology). logy) Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine D.O.M.S.] and Surgery[Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaesthesiology),] thesiology)[Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.) and Preventive Medicine) ... Diploma in Public Health, ... D.P.H. Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M.D. (Biochem,)] chemistry) ... .[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (3) (Microbiology) (Microbiology). Marathwada. (Government Medical College, Aurangabad) (Granted after 1st October, 1976)][The medicial qualifications granted by Marathwada University in respect of qualifications included in the Schedule to Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, prior to issue of this notification shall alio be recogniled qualifications.][Vikram University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B" B.S., vatym. Bachelor of Surgery Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharmacology), Vikram. macology) ... . Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path,), Vikram. logy) Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D, (Phyliology), Vikram. logy) Doctor of Medicine (Medi- M.D. (Medicine), Vikram. cine) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth,), Vikram. mology) Master of Surgery (General) M.S. (General Surgery), Surgery) ... Vikram. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy), Vikram. Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M.S. (Obit. and Gyn.), Vikram. and Gynaecology) Diploma in Tuberculosis T.D.D., Vikram. Diseases Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H., Vikram. Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.E,, Vikram. and Electrology University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S.,Vikram.] Medicine and Surgery[Doctor of Medicine (Pae- M.D. (Paediatrics).] diatrics)[All India Institute of Medicial 1. M.B.,B.S Sciences 2. M.Sc. in Anatomy, Bio- chemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology; 3. Ph. D. in Anatomy, Bio- chemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology; 4. M.S. in Anatomy, Oph- thalmology, Orthopaedic Surgery, Oto-laryngology, Surgery; 5. M.D. in Anaesthesiology, Biochemistry, Dermatology, and Venereology, Medicine, Micro-biology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Preventive and Social Medicine, including Industrial Medicine, Radiology; and 6. D.M. in Cardiology,[Ph.D. in Biophysics, Ph. D, in Experi- mental Medicine, M.D. in Psy- chiatry, D.M, in Internal Medicine, M.Ch, in Ophthalmic Surgery.][Degrees 1, M.Sc. in Biophysics; 2. M.D. in Ophthalmology; 3, D.M. in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology; 4, M.Ch, in Surgery and OrthopaediC Surgery; 5. M.H.A. in Hospital Administra- tion; 6, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, . Biophysics, Pharmacology, Pathology and Microbiology; 7, M.Sc. in Nursing; ' 8. B.Sc, (Hons.) in Nursing; 9, M.Sc, in Drug Assay; 10. M.Ch. in Urology. Diplomas 1, Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technique; University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration 2, Diploma in Clinical Technology; 3, Diploma in Nursing Administra- tion; 4. Dinlomain Nursing Tutor.][Banaras Hindu University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Banaras]. Bachelor of Surgery.[Master of Surgery (General Sur- M . S. (Gen. Surg.), Banaras. gery). Master of Surgery (Oto-Rhino- M. S, (Oto Rhino-Laryngology), Laryngology). Banaras. Diploma in Oto-Rhino-Laryng- D. L. 0., Banaras. ology. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S. (Ana.), Banaras. Doctor of Medicine (Bio-Che- M.D.(Bio-Chemistry),Banarai. mistry). Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M. D. (Pharm.), Banaras. cology). Doctor of Medicine (Social and M. D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.), Preventive Medicine). Banaras. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology), M. D. (Path.), Banaras. Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics). M. D. (Paed.), Banaras. Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthesi- M. D. (Anaes.), Banaras. ology). Doctor of Medicine (Medicine). M. D. (Med.), Banaras.][Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M. S. (Opth.), Banaras. mology). Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics). M. S. (Orth.), Banaras.][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Phy.), Banaras][Master of Surgery (Obstetrics M. S. (Obst. and Gynac.), and Gynaecology) ... Banaras Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics) M. D. (Obst. and Gynac.), and Gynaecology) ... Banaras][Diploma in Anaesthesiology D. A., Banaras Diploma in Child Health ... D. C. H., Banaras Diploma in Medical Radio- D. M. R. D., Banaras] diagnosis[Diploma in Medical Radio- D. M. R. T., Banaras Therapy[Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M. D. (Radio-diagnosis) diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine (Bio-Physics) M. D. (Bio-Physics) Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M. D. (Forensic Medicine)] Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M. D. (Radio-Therapy)] Therapy)[Doctor of Medicine (Dermat- M. D. (Derm. Ven. and Lep.) ology, Venereology and Leprosy) This qualification shall be.a recognised medical qualifica- tion when granted on or after August, 1982.][Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M. D. (Micro-biology)] biology) .[Jammu and Kashmir University ...Bachelor of Medicine and M. B. B. S., Jammu and Kash- Bachelor of Surgery, mir.][Master of Surgery (General Sur- M. S. (.Gen, Surgery) gery NOTE : - The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted by the Jammu University in rejpect of the students being trained at Govt. Medical College, Jammu,][Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M. D. (Radio-Diagnosis)] Diagnosis)[Ranchi University ...Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M.B,B.S.,Ranchi.] of Surgery.[Diploma in Psychological Medi- D. P. M. (Ranchi).] cine[Doctor of Medicine (Bio- M. D. (Biochemistry) chemistry) Master of Surgery (Ophthalm- M. D. (Ophth.) ology) Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M. S. (E.N.T.)][Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Phy.) Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics) M. S, (Ortho.) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M, S. (Anatomy)][Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M, D. (Pathe) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M. D. (Paed.) Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M. D. (Pharm.) cology) ... This qualification shall be recog- nised medical qualification when granted before 30th April, 1979.][Master of Surgery (General Sur- M. S. (Gen. Surgery) gery) NOTE : The above qualification shall be recognised medical qualifica- tion when granted by Ranchi University in respect of the students being trained at Rajendra Medical College, Ranchi.] [[Diploma in Anaesthesiology D. A.[Doctor of Medicine (Psychiatry) M, D. (Psychiatry)][Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M. D. (Obstetrics and Gyneac- and Gyneacology) ology) Doctor of Medicine (General Medi- M.D. (General Medicines)] cine) Doctor of Medicine (Dermatology, M.D.(Derm.,Ver. and Leprosy) Venereology and Leprosy). Diploma in Venereology and D. V. D.] Dermatology)[Bangalore University ...Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor M.B.B.S.,Bangalore.] of Surgery.[Diploma in Psychological Medi- D. P. M., Bangalore.] cine.[Master of Surgery (Neuro- M. Ch. (Neuro-Surgery) Banga- Surgery) ... lore Doctor of Medicine (Neurology) M. D. (Neurology), Bangalore Diploma in Aviation Medicine Dip. Av. Med" Bangalore][Doctor of Medicine Psychologi- M. D. (Psychological Medicine) cal Medicine) Diploma in Child Health D. C. H. Doctor of Medicine (General M. D. (General Medicine) Medicine) Master of Surgery (General Sur- M. S. (Gen. Surg.) gery) Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M. S. (E.N.T.) Diploma in Oto-Rhino-Laryngo- D. L. O. logy Master of Surgery (Ophthalm- M. S. (Ophthalmology) ology) Diploma in Ophthalmology D. O. Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A. Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D. Orth.][Diploma in Ophthalmic Medi- D. O. M. S. cine and Surgery Doctor of Medicine (Physiology) M. D. (Physiology)][Diploma in Clinical Pathology D. C. P.][Doctor of Medicine (Aviation M. D. (Av. Mod.) Medicine) (Institute of Aviation Medi- cine, Bangalore) granted from 1-4-198O.][Dibrugarh University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Dibrugarh, Bachelor of Surgery. Master of Surgery (General Sur- M. S. (Gen, Surg.), Dibrugarh. gery), Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M. S. (Opthalmology), Dib- mology), rugarh. Diploma in Opthalmology D, O., Dibrugarh.][Doctor of Medicine Gene- M, D. (Geni, Mod.), Dibru- ral Medicine), garh,) Master of Obstetrics ... M. O., Dibrugarh.][Diploma in Oto-Rhino Laryn- D. L, O" Dibrugarh. gology. Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A., Dibrugarh, Diploma in Clinical Pathology. D.C.P,, Dibnigarh. Diploma in Obstetrics and D. G. O., Dibnigarh. Gynaecology. University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for. Institution qualification registration Diploma in Child Health D. C. H" Dibrugarh. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S. (Ana.), Dibrugarh). Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M. D. (Phy.), Dibrugarh]. logy).[Doctor of Medicine (Path- M. D. (Path.), Dibrugarh.] ology).[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M. D. (Pharma.), Dibrugarh macology) Doctor of Medicine (Bioche- M. D. (Bio-chem.), Dibrugarh. mistry) Doctor of Medicine (Radiology) M. D. (Radiology), Dibnigarh][Doctor of Medicine (Ana- , M. D. (Anaes.), Dibrugarh .- esthesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M. D. (Paed.), Dibrugarh] tries)[Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) M. S. (E. N. T.)[Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.D] and Diagnosis[Doctor of Medicine (Obstactrics M. D. (Obs. and Gynac) and Gyneacology) NOTE:- This qualification shall be recognised medical qualification when granted in respect of students trained at Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh.][Madurai University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M. B. B. S" Madurai]. Bachelor of Surgery.[Diploma in Child Health D. C. H" Madurai,][Diploma in Gynaecology and D. G. O., Madurai. Obstetrics. Diploma in Medical Radiology D. M. R. D. Madurai]. Diagnosis.[Doctor of Medicine and (Ob- M, D. (Obit, and Gynac,), stetrics and Gynaecology) Madurai. Diploma in Oto-Rhino-Laryn- D. L, O" Madurai. gology. Master of Surgery (Oto-Rhino- M. S. (Oto-Rhino-Laryng.), Laryngology). Madurai],[Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M. D, Anaei.), Madurai. sthesiology), Doctor of Medicine (General M, D, (Genl.Med,), Madurai. Medicine). Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M. D, (Phann,), Madurai.] macology),[Master of Surgery (Surgery) M. S, (Surg.), Madurai Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M. S, (Ophth,), Madurai] mology).[Diploma in Opthalmology ,.. D. O., Madurai Diploma in Anaesthesiology D. A., Madurai Master of Surgery (Neuro- M.Ch, (Neuro Surg.), Madurai Surgery) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration- Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) ... M. D. (Pathology), Madurai][Diploma in Orthopaedics D. Orth., Madurai Master of Surgery (Paediatrics M.Ch. (Paed. Surg.), Madurai Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M. D. (Paed.), Madurai trics)[Sambalpur University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M. B. B. S" Sambalpur.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M. D. (Phy.), Sambalpur. siology.) Doctor of Medicine (General M. D. (Gen. Med.), Sambalpur. Medicine). Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M. S. (Ana.), Sambalpur. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M. D. (Path.), Sambalpur.][Master of Surgery (General M. S. (Genl. Surg.), Sambalpur Surgery) Master of Surgery (Oto-Rhino- M. S. (Oto-Rhino-Laryngology) Laryngology) Sambalpur][Master of Surgery (Oph- M. S. (Ophth.) thalmology) Doctor of Medicine (Obste- M.D.(Obst.andGynae.)] tries and Gynaecology)[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M. D. (Pharm.)] macology.)[Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M. D. (Anaes.) sthesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M. D. (Paed.)][Shivaji University ...Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S. Shivaji. Bachelor of Surgery.][Doctor of Medicine (Path- M.D. (Path. and Bact.) ology and Bacteriology) Diploma in Clinical Pathology ... D.C.P.. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy)][Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.) macology), Doctor of Medicine (Obste- M.D.(Obst.andGynae.) tries and gynaecology) Diploma in Obstetrics and D.G.O.] Gynaecology[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Phy.) siology) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.) tries) Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Micro-biology)] biology) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Sauroshtra University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B:B.S., Saurashtra.] Bachelor of Surgery. Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S. (Surgery)[Diploma in Opthalmic D.O.M.S., Saurashtra] Medicine and Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Gene- M.D. (Gen. Medicine)] ral Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M.D. (Anaes.) sthesiology) Diploma in Anaesthesiology D.A.][Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Microbiology)] biology)[Master of Surgery (Opthal- M.S. (Opth.) mology) Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Ortho.)] paedics)[Aligarh Muslim University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S.(Aligarh).] Bachelor of Surgery.[Diploma in Ophthalmic D.O.M.S., Aligarh. Medicine and Surgery. This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualifica- tion under this Schedule only when it is held by a person hold- ing any other medical qualifica- tion specified in this Schedule.][Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D., Aligarh.] logy Diagnostics[Doctor of Medicine (General M.D., General Medicine).] Medicine)[Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.) logy) Master of Surgery (General Sur- M.S. (Gen. Surg.) gery) Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-Diag.) Diagnosis) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.) trics) Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.) paedics) Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D. Ortho.]University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Ravishankar University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Ravishankar.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharmacology), Ravi- macology) ... shankar. Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (General Medicine), Medicine) ... Ravishankar. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Anatomy), Ravishan- kar.][Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.)] logy)[Master of Surgery (Opth- M.S. (Opth.)] thalmology)[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D.(Phy.)] siology)[Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Gen. Surg.) Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.)] trics)[Diploma in Orthopaedics O. Ortho, (Granted on or after 1st July, 1980) Master of Surgery (Orgho- (Granted on or after 1st paedics) July, 1982)][Diploma in Child Health. D.C.H.][Awadhesh Pratap Singh University.. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., A. P. Singh.] Bachelor of Surgery[Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Geni, Med.), A. P. Medicine) ... Singh Doctor of Medicine (Social and M.D, (Soc. and Prev. Med,), Preventive Medicine) ... A, P. Singh. Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), A. P, Singh.] macology)[Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P.] logy[Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D, (Pathology). logy) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) and Gynaecology) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophthalmology).] mology)[Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S. (Anatomy).]. tomy)[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Physiology). siology) Master of Surgery (General M.S. (General Surgery).] Surgery)University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[University of Health Sciences, Andhra Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S, Pridesh ... Bachelor of Surgery Diploma in Medical Radiology- D.M.A.T. Therapy Diploma in Clinical Pathology D.C.P. Diploma in Laryngology and D.L.O. Otology Diploma in Venereology and D.V.D. Dermatology Diploma in Opthalmology D.O. Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O. Obstetrics Diploma in Venereology D.V. Diploma in Anaesthesia D.A, Diploma in Medical Radio- D.M.R.D. diagnosis Diploma in Child Health D.C.H. Diploma in Tubercolosis and Chest D.T.C. D. Diseases Diploma in Public Health D.P.H. Diploma in Dermatology D.D. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (General Surgery) Surgery) Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.) paedics) Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (Gen. Med.) Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Derma- M.D. (Derm.) tology) Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) M.D, (Pathology) Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M.D. (Pharmacology) cology) Master in Surgery (E.N.T.) M.S. (E.N.T.) Master of Surgery (Opthal- M.S. (Opthalmology) mology) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) M.S. (Anatomy) Doctor of Medicine (Dermato- M.D. (Dermatology) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) M.D, (Paediatrics) Doctor of Medicine (Bioche- M.D. (Biochemistry) mistry) Doctor of Medicine (Anaesthe- . M.D. (Anaes.) siology) Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radio-therapy) therapy) Master of Surgery (Paed. M.Ch. (Pud. Surgery) Surgery). Master of Surgery (Neuro- M.Ch. (Neuro-Surgery) Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (Social and M.D.(S.P.M./General Preventive Sciences) Med.) Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Microbiology) biology) Doctor of Medicine (Physi- M.D. (Phyliology) ology) Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Foremic Med.) Med.) Doctor of Medicine (Obst. and M.D. (Obst. and Gynae.) Gynae.) Master of Science (Anatomy) M.S. (Anatomy) Master of Science (Phyliology) M,S.(Physiology) University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Diploma in Forensic Medicine D.F.M. NOTE:- The above qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications when granted after the dates mentioned against each:- M.B.B.S. from 31st May, 1993. Post-graduate diplomas from 31st January, 1989. Post-graduate degrees from 31st March, 1990.][Saugar University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Saugar. Bachelor of Surgery. Calicut University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S. Calicut.] Bachelor of Surgery. Master of Surgery (General M.S. (Genl. Surg,), Calicut. Surgery)[Doctor of Medicine (Micro- M.D. (Microbiology), Calicut. biology) Diploma in Venereology and D.V.D. Calicut.] Dermatology[Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Phy.)] siology)[Doctor of Medicine (Foren- M.D. (Forensic Medicine) sic Medicine) Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H,][Diploma in Oto-Rhino- D.L.O. Laryngology Diploma in Obstetrics and D.G.O. Gynaecology Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.) mology) Diploma in Ophthalmology ... D.O.][Doctor of Medicine (Der- M.D. (Derm, and Ven.) ' matology and Venereology) ... Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Onh.) paedics) Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D, (Orth.)][Diploma in Anaesthesio- D.A.] logy)[Doctor of Medicine M.D. (Anaes.)] (Anaesthesiology)[Kanpur University ... Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S.,Kanpur. Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M.D. (Med.), Kanpur. Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Orth.), Kanpur. paedics). Diploma in Ophthalmic Medi- D.O.M.S., Kanpur. cine and Surgery. Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D.Orth., Kanpur. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) ... M.D. (Path.), Kanpur. Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Opth.), Kanpur. mology). Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Phy.), Kanpur. logy). University or Medical Recognised medical . Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.E., Kanpur. and Electrology. Diploma in Anaesthesiology ... D.A. (Anaes.), Kanpur. Diploma in Tuberculosis and D..T.C.D., Kanpur. Chest Diseases. Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H., Kanpur. Diploma in Gynaecology and D.G.O., Kanpur.] Obstetrics.[Diploma in Clinical Patho- D.C.P., Kanpur. logy Diploma in Oto-Rhino- D.L.O., Kanpur. Laryngology. Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) ... M.S. (E.N.T.), Kanpur. Master of Surgery (Obste- M.S. (Obst. and Gynae.), tries and Gynaecology). Kanpur. Master of Surgery (Surgery) ... M.S.(Surg.), Kanpur. Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radiology), Kanpur. logy). Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Kanpur, , Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Kanpur. . macology). , Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaes.), Kanpur. thesiology) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paed.), Kanpur. trics)[Doctor of Medicine (Social M D. (Soc. and Prev. Med.), and Preventive Medicine) ... Kanpur. Doctor of Medicine (Tuber- M.D. (Tuberculosis and Chest culosis and Chest Diseases) ... Diseases), Kanpur,][Doctor of Medicine (Car- D.M. (Cardiology).] diology) ...[Berhampur Univereity ...Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Berhampur.] Bachelor of Surgery.[Diploma in Orthopaedics ... D. Oith., Berhampur. Diploma in Child Health ... D. C.H., Berhampur.][Doctor of Medicine (Phy- M.D. (Physiology).] siology)[Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Orthopaedics). paedics) Doctor of Medicine'(Paedia- M.D. (Paediatrics) trics) , Master of Surgery (General M.S. (General Surgery). Surgery) Doctor of Medicine (General M.D. (General Medicine). Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M.D. (Pharmacology). cology) Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D, (Pathology).] logy)[Master of Surgery (Ana- M.S. (Anatomy).] tomy)[Master of Surgery (E.N.T.) ... M.S. (E.N.T,) Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D, (Foreign, Medicine and and Toxicology) ... Toxicology).][Doctor of Medicine (Social M.D.(S.P.M.)(M.K.C.G. and Preventive Medicine) ... Medical College, Berhampur granted frbm 1-12-1974.][Doctor of Medicine (Anae- M.D. (Anaes.)] sthesiology) ... University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration[Barkatullah University, Bhopal ...Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S. Bachelor of Surgery Doctor of Medicine (Physic- M.D. (Physiology) logy) Doctor of Medicine (Pharma- M.D. (Pharmacology) cology) Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M.D. (Medicine) Master of Surgery (Surgery) ... M.S. (Surgery) Diploma in Ophthalmic Medi- D.O.M.S. cine and Surgery Doctor of Medicine (Radio- M.D. (Radiology) logy) Diploma in Medical Radiology D.M.R.E. and Electrology Diploma in Clinical Pathology ... D.C.P. Master of Surgery (Opthal- M.S. (Opthalmology) mology) Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S.(Orthopaedics) paedics) Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Pathology) logy) Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S.(Anatomy) Doctor of Medicine (Social and M.D. (S.P.M.) Preventive Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obstetrics and and Gynaecology) ... Gynaecology) Diploma in Orthopaedics ... Dip in Orthopaedics Diploma in Child Health ... D.C.H. Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M.D. (Anaesthesiology) thesiology) Diploma in Anaesthesiology . ... D.A, Diploma in Forensic Medicine ..D.F.M. Doctor of Medicine (Forensic M.D. (Forensic Medicine) Medicine) Doctor of Medicine (Paedia- M.D. (Paediatrics). trics) NOTE:- These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifica- tions when granted by the Barkatullah University in respect of students being trained at Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal.][Guru-Nanak University ...Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Guru Nanak. Bachelor of Surgery ... Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) ... M.D. (Med.), Guru Nanak, Doctor of Medicine (Patho- M.D. (Path.), Guru Nanak. logy) Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D. (Phy.), Guru Nanak. logy) Master of Surgery (Opthal- M.S. (Opth.), Ouni Nanak. mology) Master of Surgery.(Surgery) ... M.S.(Surg.), Guru Nanak. University or Medical Recognised medical Abbreviation for Institution qualification registration Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Guru Nanak. Doctor of Medicine (Obste- M.D.(Obst.and Gynae.) trics and Gynaecology) ... 'Guru Nanak. Diploma in Ophthalmic Medi- D.O.M.S., Gum Nanak. cine and Surgery Doctor of Medicine (Phar- M.D. (Pharm.), Gum Nanak. macology) Master of Surgery (Anaes- M.S. (Anaes.), Guru Nanak. thesiology) Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A., Guru Nanak. Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.D., Guru Nanak. Diseases.[Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Orth.), Guru Nanak.] paedics) ...[These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifica tions only when granted on or before the 20th August, 1975.][Doctor of Medicine (Der- M.D. (Derma. and Ven,), matology and Venereology ... Guru Nanak.][Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. Bachelor of Medicine and M.B.B.S., Guru Nanak Dev Bachelor of Surgery. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine) M.D. (Mod.), Guru Nanak Dev. Doctor of Medicine (Pathology)... M.D. (Path.), Guru Nanak Dev. Doctor of Medicine (Physio- M.D, (Phy.), Guru Nanak Dev. logy) Master of Surgery (Ophthal- M.S. (Ophth.), Ouru Nanak mology) ... Dev, Master of Surgery (Surgery) M.S. (Surg,), Guru Nanak Dcv. Master of Surgery (Anatomy) ... M.S. (Ana.), Ouru Nanak Dev. Master of Surgery (Ortho- M.S. (Ortho.), Gum Nanak Dcv. paedics) Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics M.D. (Obit. and Gynae.), and Gynaecology) Guru Nanak Dev, Doctor of Medicine (Phar- . M.D. (Pharm.). Guru Nanak macology) ... Dev. Master of Surgery (Anaesthe- M.S. (Anaes.), Guru Nanak siology) ... Dev, Diploma in Ophthalmic Medi- D.O.M.S,, Guru Nanak Dev, cine and Surgery Diploma in Anaesthesia ... D.A., Guru Nanak Dev.[Doctor of Medicine (Der- M.D. (Derma. and Ven.)] matology and Venereology) Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.D., Guru Nanak Dev. Diseases ... These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifica- tions only when granted after . the 20th August, 1975.][Doctor of Medicine (Anaes- M,D. Anaesthesiology). thesiology) Diploma in Tuberculosis and D.T.C.S,] Chest diseases[Doctor of Medicine (Social M,D,.(Prev.

SCHEDULE 02: RECOGNISED MEDICAL .QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE INDIA

Country, Title Nature of qualifications as Abbreviations stated in diplomas 1 2 3 .4UNITED KINGDOM- University of Birmingham ... M.B.,.Ch.B. Bachelor of Medicine and U.Birm. Bachelor of Surgery. M. D" Doctor of Medicine Ch. M. Master of Surgery University of Bristol ...M. B., Ch. B. Do. U. Brist. M. D. Ch. M. 1 2 3 4 University of Cambridge ... .M. B.,B. Chir. Do. U. Camb. M. D" M. Chir. University of Durham ... M.B.B.S., Bachelor of Medicine and U..Durh. Bachelor of Surgery. M.D,, Doctor of Medicine. M. S. Master of Surgery, University of Leeds ... M. B., Ch. B., Do. U. Leeds. M. D., Ch.M. University of Liverpool ... M. B., Ch. B., Do. U. L'Pool. M.D., Do. Ch.M. Do. M. Ch, Orth. Master of Orthopaedic Surgery. University of London ... M.B.B.S., Bachelor of Medicine and U.Lond, Bachelor of Surgery. M. D., Doctor of Medicine. M. S. Master of Surgery. University of Manchester ... M.B"Ch.B. Do. U. Mane. M.D. Ch.M. University of Oxford ... M. B., B. Ch., Do. U.Oxford. D.M. M.Ch. University of Sheffield ... M.B"Ch.B., Do. U.Sheff. M.D. Ch.M. . University of Wales ... M. B., B. Ch., Do. U.Wales. M. D, M. Ch. University of Aberdeen ... M. B., Ch, B., Do. U.Aberd. M.D. Ch.M. University of Edinburgh ... M. B., Ch. B., Do. U. Edin. M.D. Ch. .M.[D. P. M. Diploma in Psychology. Diploma in Psychological Medi- cine]. University of Glasgow .. . M.B"Ch.B., Do. U.GIasg. M.D" Ch. M. University of St. Andrews ... M. B" Ch. B., Do. U. St. And. M. D" Ch.M. University of Belfast ... M.B.,B.Ch" Do. U. Belf. M.D. Do. M.Ch. Do. M. A. O. Master of Obstetrics.[* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ] Royal College of Physicians of L. R. C. P. Licentiate R. C. P. London. . London. M. R. C. P. Member F. R. C. P. Fellow Royal College of Surgeons of M. R. C. S. Member R. C. S: Eng. England. F. R. C. S. Fellow Society of Apothecaries of L. M. S. S. A. Licenciate in Medicine S. A. Lond. London, and Surgery. L. S. A. Licentiate 1 2 3 4 Royal College of Physicians of L. R. C. P. Licentiate R. C. P. Edin. Edinburgh. M. R. C. P. Member F. R. C. P. Fellow Royal College of Surgeons of L. R. C. S. Licentiate R. C. S. Edin. Edinburgh. F. R. C. S. Fellow[Royal College of Obstetri- , M. R. C. O. C. Member London.] cians and Gynaecologists, R. C. O. G. London[Royal College of Pathologists, M.R.C. Member R.C.P.(Lond.) London (Path) (Provided this qualification has been awarded after qualifying at F. R. C. an examination) (Path) Fellow R. C. P. (Lond.)[Royal College of Physicians D. O. M.S. Diploma in Opthalmic Medicine R. C. P. and S. and Surgeons,London and Surgery. Lond. D. O. Diploma in Ophthalmology Do. D.P.M. Diploma in Psychological Medi- Do. cine. Royal College of Physicians L. R, C. P. S. Licentiate R. C. P. S. Glasg.. and Surgeons of Glassgow. M. R. C, P. Member F.R.C.P. Fellow. F. R. C. S. Fellow F. R. C. P. S. Fellow[* * * * * * * * * * *][University of New Castle- M. B" Ch. B. Bachelor of Medicine and U. Nele. Upon-Tyne. Bachelor of Surgery. M. D. Doctor of Medicine. Ch. M, Master of Surgery. " ][University of Dundee ... M.B.,Ch.B. Bachelor of Medicine and U.Dundee. Bachelor of Surgery. " M.D. Doctor of Medicine. " ] Ch.M, Magter of Surgery,AUSTRALIA- New South Wales - University of Sydney [b] .. . M.B, Medicine and Surgery. U.Sydney. M.D. Ch. M. B. S. South Australia - University of Adelaide [a][c] M. B. B. S. Do. . U. Adelaide. M.D. M.S. Victoria- University of Melbourne ...[M. B. B. S. Do. U. Melbourne.[* * * *] M.D., M. S,] BURMA- .. Univenity of Rangoon ," M. B, B, S, Do, U, Rangoon. CANADA- Alberta - College of Physicians and Member Do. C, P. and S, Alta. .1 2 3 4 Surgeons of the Province of Alberta, [a] University of Alberta [b] ... M.D. Do. U. Alberta. Manitoba College of Physicians and Surgeons of the Province of Manitoba, [a] Member Do. C. P. and Man. University of Manitoba (c]... M.D., M.D. Medicine and Surgery. U.Man. C. M, North West Territories- College of Physicians and Member Medicine and Surgery. C. P. & S. N. W. Surgeons of the Province Terr. of North-West Terri- tories. [b] (When held in conjunction with License of the College of Province of Saskatche- wan or the Province of Alberta.) Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Provincial . Medical Board, [a] [c] L. M. S. - Do. N. Scotia P. M. Bd. Dalhousie-University [a] [c] M. D" C. M. Do. Dalhousie U. Prince Edward Island Prince Edward Island Medi- cal Council [b] L. M. S. Do. M. Co. P.E. 1.CEYLON - Ceylon Medical ... L. M. S, Medicine and Surgery, Ceylon M. Co. College[a][c] HONGKONG - University of Hong- ... M. B. B, S. Do. U. Hong Kong. Kong [a] [c] M. D" M. S. ITALY - : All Royal Italian Univer- M. D. Do. sities [d] JAPAN - All Imperial Universities [e] M. B. (Igakushi) M. D. (Igaku Do. Hakushi) Any Government or Prefec- tural special colleges desig- nated by a minister of Edu- cation of Japan [e] M. B. (Igakushi) Do. MALTA - Royal University of Malta... M. D. Do. U. Malta. NEW FOUNDLAND- Newfoundland Medical Board [b] ... L.M.S. Do. U.Nffd.M.Bd. 1 2 3 4 NEW ZEALAND- . University of New Zealand... M.B.,Ch.B. . Ch.M.,M.D. Do. U.N.Zealand. When granted on or before the 31st December, 1961.][University of Otago ... Do. . , Do. U.Otago. These qualifications shall be recognised medical qualifications when granted on or after the 1st January, 1962.[and on or before the 31st December, 1968. This condition shall not apply in cases where these qualifications are already recognised on or before the 29th . April, 1972.] PAKISTAN- Punjab University ... L. M. S. U. West Punjab. M. B.[When granted on or be- M.B.B.S. Do. fore 15th August, 1947. M. D. This condition shall not M. S. apply in cases where these qualifications are already recognised on . or before the 12th March, 1965.] Punjab State Medical L. M. S. Licentiate in Medicine and L. M, S. Punjab. Faculty Surgery. This qualification shall be a recognised one only when granted before. the 15th August, 1947 provided the holders thereof had passed F. Sc. Examination before taking up medi- cal studies, UNION OF SOUTH AFRICA- University of South Africa [b] -... M.B.,Ch.B. Do. U.S.Africa. University of Cape Town [a] [c] ... M.B.,Ch,B. Do. U. Cape Town. M. D., Ch. M. University of the Witwater- M. B., Ch. B. Do. U. Witwatersrand. srand Johannesburg, [a] [c] M.D.,Ch.-M. Do. STRAITS SETTLEMENTS AND FEDERATED MALAY STATES - The King Edward VII Col- lege of Medicine, Singa- pore [a] [c] ... L. M, S. Do. Singapore Med. Coil.[Republic of Ireland University of Deblin [b] ... M. B., B. Ch. Bachelor of Medicine and U. Dubi. Bachelor of Surgery. L. Mid. Licentiate in Medicine. L. Ch. Licentiate in Surgery. M. D. Doctor in Medicine. M.Ch. Master in Surgery. M.A.O. Master in Obstetrics Science. National University of Ire- M. B., B. Ch. Bachelor of Medicine and N. U. Irel. land [b] Bachelor of Surgery. M. D. Doctor of Medicine, M.Ch. Master of Surgery, M.A.O. Master of Obstetrics. Royal College of Physician of L.R.C.P. Licentiate. R.C. P., Irel. Ireland [b] L. M. Licentiate in Midwifery. M. R. C. P. Member. F. R.C. P. Fellow. Royal College of Surgeons of L. R. C. S. Licentiate. R. C. S" Irel. Ireland [b] L. M. Licentiate in Midwifery. F. R. C. S. Fellow. Apothecaries' Hall of Dublin [b] ... L.A.H, Licentiate. A. H. Dublin.]

SCHEDULE 03: THE SCHEDULE

(Seesection 13-) PART 1 RECOGNISED MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS NOT INCLUDED IN THE. FIRST SCHEDULE Name of Medical Institution Recognised medical qualification Abbreviation or licensing authority College of Physicians and Surgeons of Licentiate of the College of Physi- L. C. P. S. (Born.) Bombay, cians and Surgeons, Bombay.[Fellowship of the College of Physi-[F. C. P. S. (Mid. & Gyn.) cians and Surgeons, Bombay in F. C. P. S, (Ophth.) Midwifery and Gynaecology, D. P. B. (Dip. in Path. & Bact.) Ophthalmology and Diplomas of D. G. O. (Dip, in Oyn. & Obsts.) the said College in Pathology, and D. C, H, (Dip, in Child Health), Bacteriology, Gynaecology and These qualification shall be recog- Obstetries, and Child Health, nised medical qualifications Under this Schedule only when they ire held by persons holding any other medical qualification specified in this Schedule.] Name of Medical Institution Recognised medical qualification . Abbreviation or licensing authority .State Medical Faculty, Bombay. Licensed Medical Practitioner. L. M. P. (Born.) State Medical Faculty, Bengal, Licentiate of the Medical Faculty, L. M. F. (Bengal). This qualification Bengal, shall be a recognised medical qua- lification, only when granted be- fore the 15th August, 1947.[* * * * * * * ] State Medical Faculty of West Bengal. Licentiate of the Medical Faculty, L.M.F, (West Bengal). West Bengal. Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery[L. M. & S, (Nat.) (West Bengal), (Nat.), West Bengal.[Certificate of qualification by the Certificate under Art. 6-C (West State Medical Faculty under Bengal)] Article 6-C of the Statutes of the State Medical Faculty, West Bengal. Certificate of qualification by the Certificate under Art. 6-D or 6-E State Medical Faculty under (West Bengal).] Article 6-D or 6-E of the 'Statutes of the State Medical Faculty, West Bengal. Government of Bengal. . Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (Campbell Medical (Campbell Medical School). School) Diploma of Medical College Dip. Med. Coll, (Bengal). (Bengal). Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M, P. (Dacca Medical School), (Dacca Medical School). This qualification shall be recog- . nised medical qualification only when granted before the 15th August, 1947.[Diploma of Medical College (Cal- Dip. Med. Coll. (Calcutta).] cutta).State Medical Faculty of Uttar Fellow of the State Medical Faculty F. S. M. F. (U. P.) Pradesh. (U. P.) Member of the State Medical M. S. M. F. (U. P.) Faculty. Licentiate of the State Medical L. S. M. F. (U. P.) Faculty. State. Board of Medical Examination, Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (U. P.) U.P. (U. P.) East Punjab State Medical Faculty Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery. L. M. S., East Punjab. This qualification shall be a recog- nised one only when granted on or after the 15th August 1947. to a person other than any person re- ferred to in the entry relating to East Punjab State Medical Facul- ty in the First Schedule, provid- ded he had passed the pre-medical examination.[State Medical Faculty of Punjab. Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery. L, M. & S., (Punjab). This qualification shall be a recog- nised one only when granted to a person other than any person re- . Name of Medical Institution Recognised medical qualification Abbreviation or licensing authority ferred to in entry relating to State Medical Faculty of Punjab in the First Schedule provided he had passed the pre-medical examina- tion.] State Medical Faculty of Punjab. Fellow of the State Medical Faculty F. S. M. F. (Punjab). (Punjab). Member of the State Medical Faculty M. S. M. F. (Punjab). (Punjab). Licentiate of the State Medical L.S.M.F, (Punjab). Faculty. Government of Punjab ... Licensed Medical Practitioner M. P. L. (Lahore). (Lahore). This shall be a recognised medical . qualification only when granted before the 15th August, 1947. Hyderabad Government . Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery L. M. & S. (Osmania). (Osmania). Licensed Medical Practitioner . L. M. P. (Hyderabad), (Hyderabad). Government of Mysore ... Licensed Medical Practitioner L.M. P. (Mysore). (Mysore). Mysore Medical School ... Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (Mysore Medl. Sch.) (Mysore Medical School). Andhra University ... Licentiate in Medicine and Surgery L. M. & S. (Andhra U.) (Andhra U.) Assam Medical Examination Board. Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (Assam). (Assam). Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (B. W. Medl. Sch. Dibru- (B.W. Medical School, Dibru- garh).. garh). Board of Examiners, Medical College, Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (Madras), Madras. (Madras). Diploma in Medicine and Surgery. D. M. S. (Madras). Lic, Apoth. (Madras), C. P. (or M. P.) Medical Examination Licensed Medical Practitioner(C. P. L. M. P. (C. P. or M. P.) Board. or M. P.). Orissa Medical Examination Board. Licensed Medical Practitioner L. M. P. (Orissa). (Orissa). Bihar and Orissa Medical Examination Licensed Medical Practitioner L.M. P. (Bihar and Orissa). Board. (Bihar and Orissa). Licensed Medical Practitioner, L. M. P. (Temple Medl. Sch. Patna). Temple Medical School (Patna). King Edward Hospital Medical Diploma or certificate in Modi- Diploma or certificate in Medi- School, Indore. cine and/or Surgery, cine and/or Surgery.[* * * * * * *] Rangoon University Licentiate in Medicine and L.M. & S. (Rangoon U.) Surgery. This qualification shall be a re- cognised medical qualification only when granted before the 1st April, 1937. Burma Medical Examination Licensed Medical Practitioner. L.M.P. (Burma). Board. This qualification shall be a recog- nised medical qualification only when granted before the 1st April, 1937.[Aligarh University Diploma in Ophthalmology. D.O. (Diploma in Ophthalmology). Name of Medical Institution Recognised medical qualification Abbreviation or licensing authority This qualification shaII be recog- nised medical qualification under this Schedule only when held by . persons holding any other medi- cal qualification specified in this Schedule.] [Punjab University ' ... Diploma in Tuberculosis D.T.D. (Punjab), Diseases. This qualification shaII be recog- nised medical qualification under this Schedule only when it is held by a person holding any other me- dical qualification specified in this Schedule.][MedicalSchool,Pondicherry Ecolde Medicine Diploma de D.E.M.P. Ecole Medicine. Medico-Surgical CoIIege, Nova Diploma of Licentiate of the Medico-Surgeon, Goa.] Goa, Panjim. Medico-Surgical CoIIege, Nova Goa.[Ecole de Medicine de Pondicherry. Diploma of 'Officer de Sante.' Dip. Officer de Sante,][Goveroment of Madras ... Diploma in Medicine and D.M.S. (Madras). Surgery. This qualification shaII be recog- nised medical qualification only when granted on or before the 3.1st December, 7O. East Punjab State Medical Licentiate of E.P. State Medical L.S.M.E., (East Punjab). Faculty. Faculty, This qualification shaII be a recog- nised medical qualification only when. granted after the 15th August, 1947.][Goveroment of Orissa ...Diploma in Modern Medicine D.M.S.M.,(Orissa).] and Surgery.[Gownment of Kerala ... Diploma in Medicine and D.M.S.(Kerala). Surgery. State Medical Faculty of Gujarat. Licensed Medical Practitioner. L.M.R. (Gujarat).][Goveniment of Andhra Pradesh. Diploma in Medicine and D.M.S.,(Andhra).] Surgery.PART 2 RECOGNISED MEDICAL QUALIFICATIONS GRANTED BY MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS OUTSIDE INDIA NOT INCLUDED IN THE SECOND SCHEDULE[United Kingdom M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of Birmingham. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.-M. :- University of Bristol. - M.B., Chir.; M.D.; M.Chir. :- University of Cambridge. M. B. B. S.; M.D.; M.S.:-University of Durham. .M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M.:-University of Leeds. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M.; M.Ch. Orth. :- University of Liverpool. M.B.B.S.; M.D.; M.S.:- University of London. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of Manchester. M.B., B.Ch.;D.M.; M.Ch::-University of Oxford. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M.:- University of Sheffield. M.B., B.Ch.; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of Wales. M.B., Ch.B,; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of Aberdeen. M.B., Ch.B,; M.D.; Ch.M.:-University of Edinburgh. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of Glasgow. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M.:-University of Andrews. M.B.; B.Ch.; M.D.; M.Ch.; M.A.O. :- Queen's University of Belfast. L.R.C.P.; M.R.C.P.; F.R.C.P. :- Royal College of Physicians of London. M.R.C.S.; F.R.C.S. :- Royal College of Surgeons of England. L.M.S.S.A,; L.S.A.:- Society of Apothecaries of London. L.R.C.P.; M.R.C.P.L.; F.R.C.P.:- Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. L.R:C.S.; F.R.C.S. :- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. L.R.C.P.S.; M.R.C.P.; F.R.C.P.; F.R.C.P.S. :- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M. :- University of New Castle upon-Tyne. M.B., Ch.B.; M.D.; Ch.M.:- University of Dundee. M.R.C.P.:-Royal CoIIege of Physicians of United Kingdom. Dip. Psych.;D.P.M.:-University of Edinburgh. M.R.C.O.G. :- Royal CoIIege of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London. , *M.R.C. (Path.); F.R.C. (Path.):- Royal College of Pathologists, London. D.O.M.S.; D.O.; D.P.M. :- Royal CoIIege of Physicians and Surgeons, London. *F.F.A.R.C.S. :- Royal CoIIege of Surgeons, England. *M.R.C. Psych. :- Royal CoIIege of Psychiatrists, London. N.B. *indicates that "Provided that this qualification has been awarded after qualifying at an examination."z[These qualifications granted in United Kingdom shaII be recognised medical qualifications when granted on or before the 11th November, 1978.] M.D. (Berlin). M.D. (Paris). M. D. (Amsterdam). M. D. (Freiburg, Germany). M.D. (Vienna).- M. D. (Toronto, Canada). . M. D. (Heidelburg). M.B.B..S. (Dacca). M.D. (Bonn).[* * * * *] M.B.B.S. (Ceylon). M.D. (Munich).[Medico-Surgeon (Goa).][M. B. B.S.(Karachi). M.B.B.S. (Sydney - New South Wales - Australia). , M. D. (Minnesota -U.S.A.) M. D. (Geneva - Switzerland).]D[Doctoris in Medicina et Chirugia (Diploma) (Santo Tomas University, Manila, Phillipines.)][Licenciate of Medical Faculty East Pakistan -L.M.F, (East Pakistan).][M. D. (Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, U. S. A.) M. D. (Royal Hungarian University of Sciences of Peter Pagmamy, Budapest, Hungary).][Licenciate of Medical Faculty, East Bengal -L.M.F. (East Bengal).][M, D. (Dusseldorf): M. D. (Eriangen); M. D. (Frankfurt am Main): M. D. (Giessen); M. D. (Goethingen); M. D. (Kiel); M. D. (Koein); M. D, (Hamburg); M. D. (Maini); M.D. (Marburg); M,D.(Muenster);M.D,(Tuebingen.);M.D,(Wuerzburg).]j[M.D.(Saabrucken).][Doctor-en Medidna Y. Chiruguia (University of Madrid, Spain).]j[M. D, (Haenmanna Medical CoIIege of Hospital of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. U. S. A.); M. D. (Temple University, Philadelphia, U. S. A.).][M. D. (Padua, Italy); M. D. (Rome, Italy).][M. D. (Milan, Italy); M. D. (Parma, Italy).][General Physician (Moscow Medical Institute, First and Second, Moscow.][General Physician (Patricia Lumumba Friendship University, Moscow,][M. B. B. S. (Institute of Medicme I, Rangoon); M.B.B.S. (Institute of Medicine, Mandalay); M.B.B.S. (Sind, West Pakistan).][M.B.B.S.(Rajshahi,East Pakiltan).]M. D. (Genoa, Italy)] [M. D. (Leipzig); Diploma Arts (Physician), Nijmegen University, Netherlands; L. M. & S. (Rangoon University); L. M. P. (Burma) - These qualifications shaII be. recognised qualifications when granted after 1-4-1937.] ..[M. B.B. S. (Mandalay): M. D. (University of Innsbenck, Austria); M.D. (Tulane University, U.S.A.); L. S. M. B. (Burma).][M. D. (University Catholique de Lille, France); M. D. (University of Nappli (Naples), Italy.][M. B. Ch.B. (Makyere University College of East Africa); M. B. Ch.B. (University of Alexandria, U. A. R.); M. D. (University of Graz, Austria); M. D. (Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine, Chicago, U.S.A.); M. B. B. S. (Punjab University Pakistan).][M. D. (University of Catholica, Rome, Italy); M. D. (Louvain, Belgium).][M. D. Manila, Phillipines).][C. M. S. (Licenciate of State Medical Faculty Sind, West Pakistan).][L M.S. (Ceylon).][M. D. (Aachen University, Federal Republic of Germany); M. D. (Hannover Medical Hochschule University, Federal Republic of Germany); M. D. (Bochum University, Federal Republic of Germany); M. D. (University of U L M, Federal Republic of Germany); M.D. (St.-Louis University U.S.A.).][M. D. (University of Basel), Switterland; M. D. (University of Philippines, Manila); M. D. (University of Modena), Modena, Italy.][F.R.C.S. (Canada) Certificates/ Diplomas of the foIIowing approved examining Boards of U.S.A. (i) American Board of Pediatrics (ii) American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (iii) American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (iv) American Board of Dermatology (v) American Board of Radiology (vi) American Board of Urology (vii) American Board of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (viii) American Board of Internal Medicine (ix) American Board of Pathology (x) American Board of Ophthalmology (xi) American Board of Otolaryngology . (xii) American Board of Surgery (xiii) American Board of Anaesthesiology (xiv) American Board of Plastic Surgery (xv) American Board of Neurological Surgery (xvi) American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (xvii) American Board of Preventive Medicine (xviii) Board of Thoracic Surgery (An affiliate Board of the American Board of Surgery).][Candidate of Medical Science (USSR) in Medicine awarded by the Institute of Therapy of the Academy of Medical Sciences of USSR Facharzt Fuer Chirurgia (Specialist Surgeon) (West Germany) Facharzt Fyer Gynaekologie (Specialist in Gynaecology) (West Germany Facharzt Fuer Innera Frnakheiten (Specialist in Internal Medicine) (West Germany). F.R.A.C.S. (FeIIowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons) M.C.P.A. (Membership of the CoIIege of Pathologists of Australia) Diploma of Certificate D'Etudes Specialist D' of Medicine Electro-Radiologie (Certificate of Special Studies of Medical Electro-Radiology) (Paris-France) F.R.C.P. (Canada) Diploma in Psychiatry (Ms Gill University), Montreal, Canada Candidate of Science (Debtor of Philosophy) in Medicine - Branch Plastic Surgery (Hungary) awarded by Hungarian Academy of Medical Sciences, Budapest Facharzt Fuer Kinderheilkunde (Children Specialist) (West Germany).]z[L.L.M.R.C.S. (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Ireland, "Staatexaman" (University of Tubingen, West Germany); M. D. (Far Eastern University, Manila, Philippines): M. D. (University of Otawa, Canada).][M.B.B.Ch. (National University of Ireland); M.D. (University of Florence, Italy): M.B.B.S. (University of West Indies, Mona, Kingstan, Jamacia): M.D. (University of Belgrade, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Faculty of Medicine and Stomatology, Ljubljana, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, Nis, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, Novi Sad, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, Rijeka, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, University of Sareyevo, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, University of Skoplje, Yugoslavia): M.D. (Medical Faculty, University of Zargreb, Yugoslavia): M.B.B.Ch. (University of Ain Shams United Arab Republic): M.B.B.Ch (University of Cairo, United Arab Republic APPROBA- TION ALS ARIT (Karl Marx - University of Leipzic, Eastern Germany],[M.d. (Pahlavi University, Shiraz, Iran); M.D. (Anesthesia) (Pahlavi University, Shiraj, Iran) Diploma in Medicine and Surgery (Faculty of Medicine of the Cervenko High Institute of Medicine, Sofia, Bulgaria) : M.B.B.S. (Chittagong University, Bangladesh): M.A.N.Z.C.P. (Membership Examination of the College of Psychiatrists of Australia and New-Zealand): M.D. (University of Cologne, Kolin, West Germany): (M.D. (Charles University, Prague, Katerinsha, Czechoslovakia): M.D. (University of Bologna, Italy].[M.B.B.S. (Institute of Medicine (11), Rangoon, Burma.][M.D. (University of Azarabadegan, Tazriz, Iran): M.D. (Martinluther University, Hadle): M.P.H, (University of North Carolina, Chapel HiII, U.S.A.) Diploma Physician (University of Zurich, Switzerland).][Doctor of Medicine J.E. Purkyn University, Brno, Czechoslovakia The medical qualification noted above shall be recognised medical qualification for the period up to the 31st day of December, 1985.][General Physician Restore-on-Don State Medical Institute, U.S.S.R.][Diploma in Child Health (D.C.H.), Kabul University.][M.B.B.S. (University of London) This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification when granted on or after the 12th November, 1978. M.B.Ch.B. (University of Sheffield U.K.) This qualification shall be a recognised medical qualification when granted on or after the 12th November, 1978.][M.D. (Semmelweise Medical University, Budapest, Hungary.][M.D. (Physician) (Lvov the Order of Peoples Friendship State Medical Institute) U.S.S.A.z-12[M. D. (Davao Medical School Foundation) Davao City, Philippines)][M.D. (Physician) Moscow Medical Stomatological Institute. M.D. (Physician) Leningrad Sanitary Hygienic Institute. M.D, (Physician).Dagesian Medical Institute.]

Footnotes:

1. Words "except the sate of Jammu and Kashmir" omitted by Act 24 of 1964, Section 2 (16-6-1964).

2. The Act came into force on 1-11-1958; See S.O.2254, dated 28-10-1958, published in Gaz. of Ind. ," 1958, Pt. II, Section 3 (ii), p. 2080.

3. The Act has been extended now to the Union Territories of- (i) Dadra and Nagar Haveli by Regn. 6 of 1963;(ii) Pondicherry by Regn. 7 of 1963 w.e.f. 1-10-1963 and (iii) Goa, Daman and Diu w.e.f. 1-2-1965-See Goa Gaz., 14-1-1965, Sr. I, p. 8.

4. Clause (c) omitted by Act 24 of 1964, S. 3 (16-6-1964),

5. Words 'State or' omitted by Act 24 of 1964, S. 4 (16-6-1964).

9. Words 'State or' omitted by Act 24 of 1964, S. 6 (16-6-1964).

10. Substituted for former proviso, Act 24 of 1964, S. 6 (16-6-1964).

11. For some of the qualifications recognised under this section see-S,0s. 932 to 938; pp. 113210 1135, Gaz. of India. 1960, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 1202, 1203, 1434 respectively; S.Os. 37 to 39, Gaz. of India, 1961, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 125; S.O. 1856, Gaz. of India, 1963, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 2106; S.Os. 492 493, Gaz. of India, 1963, Pt. II, S. 3 (ii), p. 547; S.O. s 503, 1721, Gaz. of India, 1966, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 444 and 1557; S. 0. 3256, Gaz. of India, 1970, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 4591; S.O. 503, Gaz. of India, 19-2-1966, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 444; S.Os. 1430, 1721, Gaz. of India, 1966, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 1329, 1557; S.O. 4270, Gaz. of India, 1967, Pt. II, S, 3(ii). p. 4549; S.Os. 574, 576 and 1430, Gaz. of Ind. , 1966, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 576, 1329,2104, S.Os, 3673, Gaz. of Ind. , 13-9-1969, Pt. II-S. 3(ii), pp. 2235,3908; S.0s.862,4579, Gaz. of India, 1968, Pt. II. S. 3(ii), pp. 1361 and 3792; S.Os. 492,493,672, 1522 and 1992, Gaz. of India, 1965, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 547,793 and 2212; S.Os. 2104,3673, Gaz. of India, 1969, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 2235,3908; S.O. 4923, Gaz. of India, 1970, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 2451; S.O., 3256, Gaz. of India, for former proviso, Act 24 of 1964, S. 6 (16-6-1964), p. 4591; S.Os. 1610, 1611, 1612 and 1614-Gaz. of Ind. , 1976, Pt. II S. 3 (ii), p. 1966, S.Os. 1297, 1298 - Gaz. of Ind. , 1978, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 1268; S.O. 2904 - Gaz. of Ind. , 16-7-1983, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 2921; S. 0s. 3019 and 3020 - Gaz. of Ind. , 30-7-1983, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 3097; S.Os. 683 and 969 of 1987 - Gaz. of Ind. , 1987 Pt. II, S. 3(ii), pp. 1049 and 1459; S.O. 21 of 1993 -Gaz. of Ind. , 1993, Pt. II, S. 3(ii), p. 9.

12. Original S. 15 re-numbered as sub-section (1) thereof and sub-sections (2) and (3) inserted thereafter by Act 24 of 1964, S. 7 (16-6-1964).

13. Substituted for former sub-sections (1) and (2) by the Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964(24 of 1964), S. 8 (16-6-1964).

14. Substituted for former sub-section (1) by the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), S.9(16-6-1964).

15. Substituted for the word 'examination', the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), S.9(16-6-1964) .

16. Substituted for former sub-section (3),the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), S.9(16-6-1964).

17. Substituted for former sub-section (1) by Act 24 of 1964, S. 10 (16-6-1964).

18. Inserted, former sub-section (1) by Act 24 of 1964, S. 10 (16-6-1964).

19. Inserted by the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), Section 11 (16-6-1964).

20. Inserted by the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), section 12 (16-6-1964).

21. Substituted for the word 'three' by Act 26 of 1964, S. 13 (16-6-1964)

22. Substituted for the words "on any ground other than that he is not possessed of the requisite medical qualifications" by Act 24 of 1964, S. 14 (16-6-1964).

23. Substituted for former Section 25 by Act 24 of 1964, S, 15 (16-6-1964).

24. For Indian Medical Council Rules, 1957, see Gaz. of India, 1957, Pt. II, Sec. 3, p. 831 (am. by S.R.O. 2282, dated 5-7-1957; and S.O. 2910, dated 11-9-1962). For Indian Medical Council (Election of Licentiate) Rules, 1965, see Gaz. of India, 5-2-1965, Pt. II, S. 3(i), Ext. p. 57.

25. Inserted by "The Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 2001"

26. Word 'and' at the end of clause (i) omitted and clauses (j) to (m) inserted thereafter by the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), S. 16 (16-6-1964).

27. Original clause (j) re-numbered as '(n), the Indian Medical Council (Amendment) Act, 1964 (24 of 1964), S. 16 (16-6-1964).

28. Inserted by Medical Council (Amendment) Act (31 of 1993), S. 3 (w.r.e.f. 27-8-82).

MEDICAL COUNCIL RULES, 1957

In exercise of the powers conferred by Secs. 4 and 32 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956), the Central Government hereby makes the following rules, namely:—

RULE 01: SHORT TITLE

—These rules may be called theIndian Medical Council Rules, 1957-

RULE 02: DEFINITIONS

—In these rules, unless the context otherwise requires,—

(a) 'Act' means the IndianMedical Council Act, 1956-(102 of 1956);

(b) 'Form' means a form annexed to these rules;

(c) 'President' means the President of the Medical Council of India;

(d) 'Returning Officer' means any officer appointed as such by the Central Government for the purposes of these rules;

(e) 'Section' means a section of the Act.

RULE 03: REPRESENTATIVES OF UNIVERSITIES

(1)—The President shall, not later than ninety days before the date of occurrence of a vacancy by the expiry of the term of office of a member, send intimation thereof to the Central Government who shall, not later than sixty days before the date of occurrence of the vacancy, forward a notice by registered post to the Registrar of the University concerned requesting him to hold an election by a date not later than the date specified in the notice.

(2) In the case of any other vacancy, the President shall notify the Central Government as soon as possible the occurrence of the vacancy and the Central Government shall thereupon forward a notice by registered post to the Registrar of the University concerned requesting him to hold an election to fill that vacancy by a date not later than the date specified in the notice.

(3) For the purpose of the first election under Cl. (b) of sub-section (1) of Sec. 3, it shall be sufficient if the Central Government forwards a notice by registered post to the Registrar of each University concerned requesting him to hold the election by a date not later than the date specified in the notice.

RULE 04: ELECTION BY SENATE OR COURT

—The members of the University or in case the University has no Senate, the members of the Court shall elect a member in such manner as the Vice-Chancellor of the University may think fit.

RULE 05: INTIMATION OF NAME OF ELECTED PERSON TO THE CENTRAL GOVERNMENT

—The name of the person elected shall be intimated by the Registrar of the University to the Central Government who shall take steps to publish the name of the elected person in the Official Gazette.

RULE 06: PERSONS ENTITLED TO VOTE AT AND TO STAND FOR ELECTION

—All persons whose names are borne on the State Medical Register and who possess the medical qualifications included in the First or the Second Schedule or in Part II of the Third Schedule to the Act shall be entitled to vote at the election of a member under Sec. 3(1) and to stand as candidates for such election.

RULE 07: POSTING OF COPIES OF STATE MEDICAL REGISTER

—Copies of the State Medical Register shall be posted at the offices of the Returning Officer and of the State Medical 1. Published in the Gazette of India, 1957, pt. II, Sec. 3. p. 831 Council1[The register shall be brought up-to-date before posting. For this purpose, the Returning Officer shall give one month's notice to the Registrar, State Medical Council concerned who maintains the register in the State.]

RULE 08: RETURNING OFFICER TO HOLD THE ELECTION

—The Returning Officer shall call upon persons enrolled in the State Medical Register and possessing the medical qualifications referred to in Sec. 3(1)(C) to elect one member to the Council as hereinafter provided.

RULE 09: RETURNING OFFICER TO DECIDE QUESTIONS RELATING TO RIGHT OF PERSONS TO STAND FOR OR TO VOTE AT ELECTION

—If any question arises as to whether a person is or is not entitled to vote in the election or to stand for the election, the question shall be referred to the Returning Officer whose decision thereon shall be final.

RULE 10: FIXATION OF DATES OF VARIOUS STAGES OF  ELECTION

—The Returning Officer shall appoint and shall notify in the  Official Gazette and in such other manner as he thinks fit, the date, time and place for—

(a) the receipt of the nomination papers and their scrutiny;

(b) the despatch of voting papers to the electors;

(c) the poll; and

(d) the scrutiny and counting of votes.

RULE 11: NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES

—Any person qualified to stand for election under these rules may be nominated as a candidate for election. Such nomination shall be made by means of a nomination paper in Form No. I which shall be supplied by the Returning Officer to any elector who may apply for the same.

RULE 12: NOMINATION PAPER

(1) Each nomination paper shall be subscribed by two electors as proposer and seconder: Provided that no elector shall subscribe more nominations than one: Provided further that if more than one information paper be subscribed by the same elector, the nomination paper first received by the Returning Officer shall, if otherwise in order, be held to be valid and if more than one nomination paper signed by the same elector be received simultaneously by the Returning Officer, all such nomination papers shall be held to be invalid.

(2) On receipt of each nomination paper, the Returning Officer shall forthwith endorse thereupon the date and hour of receipt.

RULE 13: REJECTION OF NOMINATION PAPER

—A nomination paper which is not received before the date and the time appointed in that behalf shall be rejected.

RULE 14: SCRUTINY OF NOMINATION PAPERS

(1) On the date and at the time appointed by the Returning Officer for the scrutiny of the nomination papers, the candidates and the proposer and seconder of each candidate may attend the office of the Returning Officer, who shall allow them to examine the nomination papers of all the candidates which have been received by him as aforesaid.

(2) The Returning Officer shall examine the nomination papers and decide all questions which may arise as to the validity of any nomination and his decision thereon shall be final.

RULE 15: WITHDRAWAL OF CANDIDATE

(1) Any candidate may withdraw his candidature2[before the time appointed for the scrutiny of nomination papers] by notice in writing signed by him and delivered to the Returning Officer3[* * *]. A candidate who haswithdrawn his candidature shall not be allowed to cancel the withdrawal or to be re- nominated as a candidate for the same election.

(2) The Returning Officer shall on receiving a notice of withdrawal, publish the fact of such withdrawal in the Official Gazette.

RULE 16: POLL

(1) If only one candidate is duly nominated, the Returning Officer shall forthwith declare such candidate to be elected.

(2) If the number of duly nominated candidates exceeds one, the Returning Officer shall publish their names and addresses in the Official Gazette and shall further cause their names to be entered in the voting papers in Form No. II.

(3) If a poll is found necessary, the Returning Officer4[shall, thirty days before the date appointed therefor, send by air mail to an elector residing or practising abroad and by post to any other elector] a letter of intimation in Form No. IV together with a numbered declaration paper in Form No. III, a voting paper in Form No. II containing the names of the candidates in alphabetical order and bearing the Returning Officer's initials or facsimile signature, a voting paper cover addressed to him (the Returning Officer) and an outer cover also addressed to him. A certificate of posting shall be obtained in respect of each such letter of intimation sent to an elector:

Provided that the voting paper and other connected papers may also be sent to any elector on his applying to the Returning Officer for the same before the date appointed for the poll, if the Returning Officer is satisfied that the papers have not been sent to him.

(4) An elector who has not received the voting and other connected papers sent to him by post or who has lost them or in whose case the papers before their return to the Returning Officer have been inadvertently spoilt, may transmit a declaration to that effect signed by himself and request the Returning Officer 2[not later than seven days before the date appointed for the poll] to send him fresh papers and if the papers have been spoilt, the spoilt papers shall be returned to the Returning Officer who shall cancel them on receipt. In every case in which fresh papers are issued, a mark shall be placed against the number relating to the elector's name in a copy of the State Medical Register to denote that fresh papers have been issued.

(5) No election shall be invalid by reason of the non-receipt by an elector of his voting paper.

RULE 17: VOTES TO BE SENT BY REGISTERED POST

—Every elector desirous of recording his vote shall, after filling up the declaration paper and the voting paper according to the directions given in the letter of intimation, enclose the voting paper in the voting paper cover, stick up the cover, enclose the cover and the declaration paper in the outer envelope addressed to the Returning Officer, and send the outer envelope by registered post at the elector's own cost to the Returning Officer, so as to reach him not later than 5 P.M. on the date fixed for the poll. All envelopes received after that day and hour or received by unregistered post shall be rejected.

RULE 18: ENDORSEMENT BY RETURNING OFFICER ON REGISTERED COVER

—On receipt by registered post of the envelopes containing the declaration paper and the closed cover containing the voting paper, the Returning Officer shall endorse on the outer envelope the date and hour of receipt.

RULE 19: CANDIDATES MAY BE PRESENT WHEN REGISTERED COVERS ARE OPENED

—The Returning Officer shall open the outer envelopes immediately after 5 P.M. on the day fixed for the poll at the place to which the envelopes are addressed to him. Any candidate may be present inperson or may send a representative duly authorised by him in writing to attend at the time the outer envelopes are opened.

RULE 20: REJECTION OF VOTING PAPERS

(1) A voting paper cover shall be rejected by the Returning Officer if—

(a) the outer envelope contains no declaration paper outside the voting paper cover, or

(b) the declaration paper is not the one sent by the Returning Officer, or

(c) the declaration paper is not signed by the elector, or

(d) the voting paper is placed outside the voting paper cover, or

(e) more than one declaration paper or voting paper cover have been enclosed in one and the same outer envelope.

(2) In each case of rejection, the word 'Rejected' shall be endorsed on the voting paper cover and the declaration paper.

(3) After satisfying himself that the electors have affixed their signatures to the declaration papers, the Returning Officer shall keep all the declaration papers in safe custody, pending disposal underrule 23-.

RULE 21: SCRUTINY AND COUNTING OF VOTES

(1) The Returning Officer shall attend, for the purpose of scrutiny and counting of the votes at the date, time and place, appointed by him in this behalf provided the date so appointed shall not be later than three days from the date fixed for the poll.

(2) All the voting paper covers, other than those rejected underrule 20-, shall be opened and the voting papers taken out and mixed together. The voting papers shall then be scrutinised and the valid votes counted.

(3) A voting paper shall be invalid if —

(a) it does not bear the Returning Officer's initials, or facsimile signature; or

(b) a voter signs his name or writes a word or makes any mark on it, by which it becomes recognizable as his voting paper; or

(c) no vote is recorded thereon; or

(d) the number of votes recorded thereon exceeds the number to be filled; or

(e) it is void for uncertainty of the vote exercised.

(4) Any candidate may be present in person or may send a representative duly authorised by him in writing to watch the process of counting.

(5) The Returning Officer shall show the voting papers, if  requested to do so, to the candidates or their authorised representatives at the time of scrutiny and counting of votes.

(6) If any objection is made to any voting paper on the ground that it does not comply with the specified requirements or to any rejection by the Returning Officer of a voting paper, it shall be decided at once by the Returning Officer whose decision thereon shall be final.

(7) The Returning Officer shall nominate such number of scrutinizers as he thinks fit. The scrutinizers shall be Gazetted Officers of the Government.

RULE 22: DECLARATION OF RESULT

(1) When the counting of the votes has been completed, the Returning Officer shall forthwith declare the candidate to whom the largest number of valid votes has been given to be duly elected and shall forthwith inform the successful candidate by letter of his being elected to the Council. If any candidate thus shown to be elected6[***] refuses to accept election, then in the place of that candidate, one of theremaining candidates to whom the next largest number of votes have been given shall be held to have been elected and the same procedure shall be followed as often as a vacancy is caused in this way.

(2) When an equality of votes is found to exist between any candidates and the addition of a vote will entitle any of the candidates to be declared elected, the determination of the person to whom such one additional vote shall be deemed to have been given shall be made by lot to be drawn in the presence of the Returning Officer and in such manner as he may determine.

RULE 23: VOTING PAPERS TO BE RETAINED FOR SIX MONTHS

—Upon the completion of the counting and after the result has been declared by him, the Returning Officer shall seal up the voting papers and all other documents relating to the election and shall retain the same for a period of six months and he shall not destroy or cause to be destroyed the records even after six months without the previous concurrence of the Central Government.

RULE 24: RESULT OF ELECTION

—The Returning Officer shall intimate the name of the elected candidate to the Central Government.

RULE 25: POWER TO DECLARE ANY ELECTION VOID

(1) The Central Government may, on objection made by candidate for any election within a period of fifteen days from the date of the election of the returned candidate, or of its own motion at any time, declare the election to be void on account of bribery, undue influence or other corrupt practice which, in the opinion of the Central Government, has interfered with the free and fair conduct of the election or for any other sufficient cause, and may call on the electorate to make a fresh election.

(2) The decision of the Central Government under this rule shall be final.

RULE 26: NOMINATION TO THE COUNCIL UNDER SEC. 3(L)(D) PENDING ELECTIONS

—Pending the preparation of the Indian Medical Register in accordance with the provisions of the Act, the members referred to inCl. (d) of sub-section (1) of Sec. 3 shall be nominated by the Central Government instead of being elected as provided therein.

RULE 27:

(1) Where the name of any person has been removed from a State Medical Register on any ground other than that he is not possessed of the requisite medical qualifications or where any application made by the said person for the restoration of his name to the State Medical Register has been rejected, the said person may appeal to the Central Government against the decision of the State Government or other authority ordering such removal or rejecting his application:

Provided that such an appeal shall lie to the Central Government only after the party has exhausted all his remedies under the State enactment concerned.

(2) Every such appeal which shall be in writing and addressed to the Central Government, shall state the grounds for the appeal and shall be accompanied by all relevant documents in original. It shall also be accompanied by a Treasury Receipt for the payment of a fee of Rs. 20 (rupees twenty only) which shall not be refundable.

(3) An appeal shall be admitted by the Central Government only when it is made within thirty days from the date of the decision appealed against.

(4) The Central Government, on receipt of such an appeal, shall consult the Medical Council of India who shall be asked to give their opinion by a specified date. The decision of the Central Government shall be communicated to the appellant by registered post.

RULE 28:

The decision of the Central Government shall be final on any question that may arise as to the intention, construction or application of these rules.

Footnotes:

1. Ins. by S.O. 2910, dated 11th September, 1962.

2. Ins. by S.R.O. 2282, dated 5th July, 1957.

4. Subs., by S.R.O. 2282, dated 5th July, 1957

6. Omitted by S. R. O. 2282, dated 5th July, 1957.

INDIAN MEDICAL COUNCIL (POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE) RULES, 1961

In exercise of the powers conferred by Sec. 32 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956), the Central Government hereby makes the following rules, namely:—

RULE 01: SHORT TITLE

—These rules may be called the Indian Medical Council (Post-graduate Medical Education Committee) Rules, 1961.requires,—

RULE 02: DEFINITIONS

—In these rules, unless the context otherwise constituted under sec. 20 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956);

(a) "Committee" means the Post-graduate Medical Education Committee

(b) "Council" means the Medical Council of India;

(c) "Member" means a member of the Committee.

RULE 03: TERM OF OFFICE OF MEMBERS

—A member shall hold office for a term of five years from the date of his nomination or electron on the Committee or for so long as he continues to be a member of the Council, whichever is shorter.

RULE 04: RESIGNATION OF MEMBERS AND FILLING OF CASUAL VACANCIES

(1) A member may at any time resign his office by a letter addressed to the President of the Council. When a vacancy on the Committee occurs the President of the Council shall forthwith report the fact of such vacancy to the Central Government.

(2) A casual vacancy in the Committee shall be filled by nomination or election, as the case may be, and the person nominated or elected to fill the vacancy shall hold office only for the remainder of the term for which the member whose place he takes was nominated or elected.

(3) Members shall be eligible tor re-nomination or re-election.

RULE 05: CHAIRMAN

—The Committee shall elect from amongst the members a Chairman who shall preside over meetings of the Committee. In the absence of the Chairman, a member elected by the members present from amongst themselves shall preside over the meeting.

RULE 06: MEETINGS OF THE COMMITTEE

—The meetings of the Committee shall ordinarily be held at New Delhi on such dates as may be fixed by the President of the Council. The Secretary of the Council shall issue with the notice of the meeting a complete agenda showing the business to be brought before the meeting.

RULE 07: MINUTES

(1) The Secretary of the Council shall keep a record of the minutes of the meeting of the Committee.

(2) The Council shall forward to the Central Government a copy of the minutes of each meeting of the Committee together with its comments.

ESTABLISHMENT OF NEW MEDICAL COLLEGES OPENING OF HIGHER COURSES OF STUDY AND INCREASE OF ADMISSION CAPACITY IN MEDICAL COLLEGES REGULATIONS, 1993

In exercise of the powers conferred by Sec.10A read with Sec. 33 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956), the Medical Council of India, with the previous approval of the Central Government hereby makes the following regulations relating to establishment of new medical colleges, opening of higher courses of study and increase of admission capacity of the medical colleges, namely:—

REGULATION 01: SHORT TITLE AND COMMENCEMENT

(1) These regulations may be called the Establishment of New Medical Colleges, Opening of Higher Courses of Study and Increase of Admission Capacity in Medical Colleges Regulations, 1993.

(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.

REGULATION 02: SCHEME RELATING TO MEDICAL COLLEGES

—The scheme referred to in Cls. (a) and (b) of sub-section (2) of Sec.10A of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 is annexed hereto.

POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION REGULATIONS, 2000

In exercise of the power conferred by section 33, read with section 20 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 ( 102 of 1956) the Medical Council of the India, with the previous sanction of the Central Government, hereby makes the following regulations, namely :-

REGULATION 01: SHORT TITLE AND COMMENCEMENT

(1) These regulations may be called thePostgraduate Medical Education Regulations, 2000-.

(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the official Gazette.

REGULATION 02: GENERAL CONDITIONS TO BE OBSERVED BY POST GRADUATE TEACHING INSTITUTIONS

(i) Postgraduate Medical Education in Board specialities shall be of three years duration in the case of degree course and two years in the case of diploma course after MBBS and in the case of super specialities the duration shall be of three years after MD/MS with the exception wherever indicated.

(ii) Postgraduate curriculum shall be competency based.

iii) Learning in postgraduate programme shall be essentially autonomous and self directed.

iv) A combination of both formative and summative assessment is vital for the successful completion of the P.G. Programme.

(v) A modular approach to the course curriculum is essential for achieving a systematic exposure to the various sub specialities concerned with a discipline.

(vi) The training of P.G. students shall involve learning experience deprived form or targeted to the needs of the community. It shall, therefore, be necessary to expose the students to community based activities.

REGULATION 03: GOAL AND GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMME TO BE OBSERVED BY POST GRADUATE TEACHING INSTITUTIONS

3.1 GOAL The goal of Post graduate medical education shall be to produce competent specialists and/or Medical Teachers-

(i) who shall recognise the health needs of the community, and carry out professional obligations ethically and in keeping with the objectives of the national health policy,

(ii) who shall have mastered most of the competencies, pertaining to the specialty, that are required to be practiced at the secondary and the tertiary levels of the Health care delivery system;

(iii) who shall be aware of the ' contemporary advances and developments in the discipline concerned.

(iv) who shall have required a spirit of scientific inquiry and is oriented to the principles of "research methodology and epidemiology and

(v) who shall have acquired the basic skills in teaching of the medical and paramedical professionals.

3.2 GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF POST GRADUATE TRAINING

EXPECTED FROM STUDENTS AT THE END OF POST GRADUATE

TRAINING.

At the end of the postgraduate training in the discipline

concerned the student shall bed able to :—

(i) Recognise the importance of the concerned specialty in the context of the health needs of the community and the national priorities in the Health sector.

(ii) Practice the specialty concerned ethically and in step with the principles of primary health care.

(iii) Demonstrate sufficient understanding of the basic science relevant to the concerned specialty.

(iv) Identify social, economic, environmental biological, and emotional determinants of health in a given case, and take them into account while planning therapeutic, rehabilitative, preventive, and promotive measures /strategies.

(v) Diagnose and manage majority of the conditions in the specialty concerned on the basis of clinical assessment, and appropriately selected and conducted investigations.

(vi) Plan and advise measures for the prevention and rehabilitation of patients suffering from disease and disability related to the speciality.

(vii) Demonstrate skills in documentation of individual case details as well as morbidity and mortality data relevant to the assigned situation.

(viii) Demonstrate empathy and humane approach towards patients and their families and exhibits interpersonal behaviour in accordance with the societal norms and expectation.

(ix) Play the assigned role in the implementation of national health programmes, effectively and responsibly.

(x) Organize and supervise the chosen/assined health care services demonstrating adequate managerial skills in the clinic/hospital or the field situation.

(xi) Development skills as a self directed learner, recognise continuing educational needs, select and use appropriate learning resources.

(xii) Demonstrate competence in basic concepts of research methodology and epidemiology, and Le able to critically analyses relevant published research literature.

(xiii) Develop skills in using educational methods and teachniques as applicable to the teaching of medical /nursing students, general physicians and paramedical health workers.

(xiv) Function as an effective leader of a health team engaged in health care, research or training.

REGULATION 04: STATEMENT OF THE COMPETENCIES

Keeping in view the general objectives of postgraduate training, each discipline shall aim at development of specific competencies which shall be defined and spelt out in clear terms. Each department shall produce a statement and bring it to the notice of the trainees in the beginning of the programme so that he or she can direct the efforts towards the attainment of these competencies.

REGULATION 05: COMPONENTS OF THE POSTGRADUATE CURRICULAM

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— Theoretical Knowledge.

- Practical and clinical skills

- Thesis skills.

- Attitudes including communication skills

- Training in Research Methodology.

REGULATION 06:. STARTING OF POSTGRADUATE MEDICAL COURSES AND THEIR RECOGNITION

(1) An institution intending to start a post graduate medical education course or to increase the? admission capacity shall obtain permission of the Central Government under Section 10 A of the Act.

(2) The institution shall apply for recognition of the postgraduate medical qualification to the Central Government through the affiliating university.

REGULATION 07:. NOMENCLATURE OF POSTGRADUATE COURSE

The nomenclature of postgraduate medical courses shall be as provided in the schedule annexed to these regulations.

Provided that in the case of post graduate medical degree and diploma courses instituted prior to the commencement of these regulations with the approval of the Medical ; council of India and which have not been included in these regulations, the institutions concerned shall continue such courses till the ' students admitted complete the said courses,

REGULATION 08. GENERAL

(1) The institutions recognised by the Medical council of India for running postgraduate courses prior to the commencement of the India medical council (Amendment) Act, 1993 and those medical colleges recognised for running Bachelor of Medical and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) course or institutions established by the Central government for the purpose of imparting post graduate medical education shall be eligible for starting any post graduate degree or diploma and higher speciality course

(1A) The Central Government shall exempt any such existing /proposed non teaching institution or specialist institution or autonomous body owned and managed by the Central Government/ State Government from fulfilling the prescribe provision of having an under graudate teaching facility, and allow starting post graduate medical course.

(2) The maximum number of students for a post graduate medical course, who can be registered in any recognised department, for training for the award of post graduate degree or diploma by the affiliating university, shall be determined by the facilities available in the department in terms of infrastructure, teaching staff and clinical teaching material.

(3) Every student, selected for admission to a post graduate medical course in any of the medical institutions in the country, shall possess recognised MDBS degree or equivalent qualification and should have obtained permanent registration with the Medical council of India, or any of the State Medical Councils or should obtain the same within one month from the date of his admission, failing which the admission of the candidate shall be cancelled.

Provided that in the case of a foreign national, the Medical council of India may on payment of the prescribed fee for registration, grant temporary registration for the duration of the postgraduate training restricted tome medical college, institution to which he is admitted for the time being exclusively for post graduate studies;

Provided further that temporary registration to such foreign national shall be subject to the conditions that such person is duly registered as medical practitioner in his own country from which he has obtained his basic medical qualification and that his degree is recognised by the corresponding medical council or concerned authority.

(4) The student undergoing post graduate courses shall be exposed to the following.

(a) Basics of statutes to understand and critically evaluate published research paper.

(b) Few lectures or other type of exposure tohuman behavior studies.

(c) Basic understanding of pharmaco economics.

(d) Introduction to the non linear mathematics.

REGULATION 09: SELECTION OF POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS

(1) Students for postgraduate medical courses shall be selected strictly on the basis of their academic merit

(2) For determining the academic merit, the university/ institution may adopt any one of the following procedures both for degree and diploma courses.

(i) On the basis of merit as determined by a competitive test conducted by the State Government or by the competent authority appointed by the State Government or by the university / group of universities in the same state, or

(ii) On the basis of merit as determined by a centralised competitive test held at the national level or

(iii) On the basis of the individual cumulative performance at the first, second and third MBBS examinations, if such examinations have been passed from the same university;

(iv) Combination of (i) and (iii);-

Provided that wherever entrance test for post graduate admission is held by a state Government or a University or any other authorized examining body, the minimum percentage of marks for eligibility for admission to post graduate medical course shall be 5O percent for general category candidates and 40 percent for the candidates belonging to scheduled castes, scheduled tribes and other Backward Classes.

Provided further that in non governmental institutions fifty percent of the total seats shall be filled by the competent authority and the remaining fifty percent by the management of the institution on the basis of merit.

REGULATION 10: PERIOD OF TRAINING

The period of training for the award of various postgraduate degrees or diploma shall be as follows:—

(1) Doctor of Medicine (MD/ Master of Surgery (MS) The period of training for obtaining these degrees shall be three completed years including the period of examination.

Provided that in the case of students having a recognised two years postgraduate diploma course in the same subject, the period of training including the period of examination, shall be two years.

(2) Doctor of Medicine (D.M.) Magister Chirurgiae? (M.Ch) The period of training for obtaining these degrees shall be three completed years (including the examination period ) after obtaining M.D. M.S. degree or equivalent recognised qualification in the required subject.

Provided that where an institution, on the date of commencement of these regulations, is imparting five year training in Neurology and Neuro surgery, such institution shall continue to have five year training course.

(3) DIPLOMA The period of training for obtaining a postgraduate diploma shall be two completed years including the examination period. Migration / Transfer of postgraduate students from one medical college or institution of another. Migration /transfer of students undergoing any postgraduate course degree/diploma shall not be permitted by any university or any authority.

REGULATION 11:. Departmental training Facilities :— A department having an independent academic entry of a teaching institution consisting of one or more units. each having the prescribed minimum stringent of faculty, staff and beds shall be recognised for

postgraduate training

11.1 STAFF FACULTY: (a) A clinical department or its unit training candidates for broad or super specialities, shall have a minimum of three full time faculty members belonging to the concerned disciplines of when one shall be a Professor, one Associate Professor/ Readers and one Assistant Professor /Lecturer possessing the qualification and experience prescribed by the Medical Council of India.

Provided that the second or subsequent additional unit may be heaced by an Association professor. of these faculty members only those who possess a total of eight years teaching experience, out of which at least five years teaching experience as Assistant Professor / Lecturer gained after obtaining post graduate degree, shall be recognised as post graduate teachers.

(b) In each department training candidates for super specialities, there shall be a minimum of three faculty members with recognise post graduate qualification and experience. One professor of One Associate Professor. Reader and One Assistant Professor. Lecturer with at least two of them holding the degree of DM/M Ch. in the concerned discipline. Of these faculty members only those who possess eight years teaching experience out of which at least five years teaching experience as Assistant Professor/ Lecturer gained after obtaining the higher speciality degree shall be recognised as Post graduate teachers.

Provided that in the case of super specialty courses which are being newly instituted relaxation of qualification and experience of postgraduate teachers may be granted by the Medical Council of India for sufficient cause.

(c) In addition to the faculty, staff, the strength of Residents/ Registrars/ Tutors / Demonstrators as well as technical and other para medical staff shall be as per the staff strength prescribed for 5O or 100 or 150 students in the minimum requirements for 5O/1OO/15O MBBS Admissions Annually Regulations.

11.2 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR A POST GRADUATE INSTITUTION.

(a) An institution conducting both undergraduate and postgraduate teaching shall satisfy the minimum requirement for under graduate training as prescribed by the medical council of India and shall also fulfill additional requirements for post graduate training depending on the type of work being carried out in the department. The extra staff required to be provided in various departments shall be as given in Appendix-I.

(b) A department imparting only postgraduate training shall—

(i) Provided facilities consistent with the all round training including training in basic medical science and other departments related to the subject of training as recommended by the Medical council of India.

(ii) have as many autopsies, biopsies and cytopsirs as possible for teaching purposes, and

iii) make available facilities of ancillary departments coordination of Trailing.

11.3 BED STRENGTH IN CLINICAL DEPARTMENTS A department to be recognised for ; training of postgraduate students. shall have not less than 60 beds each for General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 30beds each for others in case of MD/MS and diploma and 20 beds each incase of D.M./M.Ch. Explanation; A Unit shall consist of 3O beds for MD/MS and 20 beds for DM/M.Ch. respectively.

11.4 OUT PATIENT DEPARTMENTS There shall be adequate space and sufficient number of examination, cubicles available in the out patient department. Besides the general out patient services, Specialty clinics shall also be available for the training of post graduate students in the relevant broad and super specialty . To determine the number of students who may be admitted for training, outpatient attendance, work turnover and ambulatory care, also have to be taken into consideration.

11.5 LABORATORY FACULTIES The Institution shall have adequate laboratory facilities for the training of the post graduate students, and such laboratories shall provide al the investigative facilities required and shall be regularly updated keeping in view the advancement of knowledge and technology and research requirements, and for training of students in non clinical departments, proper and contemporary laboratory facilities shall be made available.

11.6 EQUIPMENT The department shall have adequate number of all equipments including the latest ones necessary for training and as may be prescribed by the Council for each speciality from time to time.

REGULATION 12: NUMBER OF POST GRADUATE STUDENTS TO BE ADMITTED

(1) The ratio of recognised post graduate teacher to number of students to be admitted for the degree and diploma courses shall be 1.1 each for degree and diploma courses in each unit per year, to the extent that in no circumstances more than two students for degree and one for diploma shall be registered in a unit in one academic year .

(2) In case the institution is having only post graduate diploma courses in any subject then it shall have a unit of 30 beds with three full time teachers. The ratio of number of students and recognised post graduate teachers shall be 1.1 and in no circumstances more than three students can be admitted in a unit per year.

(3) Therequirement of units and beds shall not apply in the case of Postgraduate degree or diploma courses in Basic and para clinical departments. The ratio of recognised postgraduate teacher to students shall, however be maintained at both at degree as well as diploma level.

(4) The number of students to be admitted in case of post graduate degree (super Speciality) courses shall be one student per year per recognized postgrduate teacher in a department having a minimum of three faculty members ( one Professor, one Associate Professor/ Reader and one Asstt Professor/Leeturer) and twenty beds. If the number Post graduate teachers in the unit is more than one then the number of students may be

increased proportionately but not more than two in a unit per year in any circumstances.

Provided that no post graduate seats left unfilled in an acdemic year, shall be carried forwarded to the next or subsequent academic years, an academic year being from 1st January, to 31st December, of any calendar year.

REGULATION 13: TRAINING PROGRAMME

13.1 The training given with due care to the post graduate students in the recognised institutions for the award of various post graduate medical degrees/diplomas shall determine the expertise of the specialist and/or medical teachers produced as a result of the educational programme during the period of stay in the institution.

13.2 All candidates joining the post graduate training programme shall work as full time residents during the period of training attending not less than 80% of the training during each calender year, and given full time responsibility, assignment* and participation in all facets of the educational process.

13.3 The post graduate students of the institutions which are located in various States/ Union Territories shall be paid remuneration at par with the remuneration being paid to the postgraduate students of State Government medical institutions/ Central Government Medical Institutions, in the State/Union Territory in which the institution is located. Similar procedure shall be followed in the matter of grant of leave to post graduate students.

(a) Every institution undertaking post graduate training programme shall set up an Academic cell or a curriculum committee, under the chairmanship of a senior faculty member, which shall work out the details of the training programme in each speciality in consultation with other department faculty staff and also coordinate and monitor the implementation of these training Programmes.

(b) The training programmes shall be updated as and when required. The structured training programme shall be written up and strictly followed, to enable the examiners to determine the training undergone by the candidates and the Medical Council of India inspectors to assess the same at the time of inspection.

(c) Post graduate students shall maintain a record (log) book of the work carried out by them and the training programme undergone during the period of training including details of surgical operations assisted or done independently by MS/M.Ch. candidates.

(d) The record books shall be checked and assessed by the faculty members imparting the training.

13.5 During the training for Degree/ Diploma to be awarded in clinical disciplines, there shall be proper training in basic medical sciences related to the disciplines concerned, during the training for the degree to be awarded in basic medical sciences, there shall be training in applied aspects of the subject, and there shall be training in allied subjects related to the disciplines concerned, in all post oraduate training programmes.

both clinical and basic medical sciences, emphasis is to be laid on preventive and social aspects and emergency care facilities for autopsis, biopaia, cytopsias, andoacopic, and imaging etc. also be made available for training purposes.

13.6 Tha post graduate students shall be required to participate in the teaching and training programme of undergraduate students and interns.

13.7 Training in Medical Audit, Management Health Economics, Health information System, basics of statistics, exposure to human behaviour studies, knowledge of pharmacy economics and introduction to non linar mathematics shall be imparted to the post graduate students.

13.8 Implementation of the training programmes for the award of various post graduate degree and diplomas shall include the following;

(a) DOCTOR OF MEDICAL (M.D)/ MASTER OF SURGERY (M.S)/

(i) BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES Lectures, Seminars, Journal Clubs, Groups Discussions, Participation in laboratory and experimental work, and involvement in research studies in the concerned speciality and exposure to the applied aspects of the subject relevant to clinical specialities.

(ii) CLINICAL DISCIPLINES In service training, with the students being given graded responsibility in the management and treatment of patients entrusted to their care, participation in Seminars, Journal clubs, Group Discussion, clinical Meetings, Ground, rounds, and clinico - Pathological Conferences, Practical training in the Diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment training in the Basic Medical Sciences, as well as

in allied clinical specialities.

(b) DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (D.M)/ MAGISTER CHIRURGIAE (M.CH) The training programme* shall be on the same pattern as for M.D./M.S.in clinical disciplines, partical training including advanced Diagnostic, Therapeutic and Laboratory techniques, relevant to the subject of specioalisation, For M.Ch. Candidates, there shall be participation in surgical operation.

(c) DIPLOMAS In service training,with students being given granted clinical responsibility. Lectures, Seminars, Journal clubs, group Discussion, and participation in clinical and clincio Pathological conferences, practical training to manage independently common problems in the specialty, and training in the Basic Medical Sciences.

REGULATION 14: EXAMINATIONS

The examinations shall be organised on the basis of grading or marking system to evaluate and certify candidates level of knowledge, skill and competence at the end of the training and obtaining a minimum of 50% marks in theory as well as practical separately shall be mandatory for passing the whole examination. The examination for M.S. M.D. D.M. M.Ch. ahall be held at the end of 3 academic years ( sic academic terms) and for diploma at the end of 2 academic years ( four academic terms). The academic term shall

mean six months training period.

(1) EXAMINERS

(a) All the postgraduate examiner shall be recognised post graduate teachers holding recognised poet graduate qualifications in the subject concerned.

(b) For all Post graduate Examinations, the minimum number of Examiners shall be four, out of which at lest two (50%) shall be External Examiners, who shall be invited from other recognised universities from outside the State. Two seats of internal examiners may be appointed one for M.D./M.S and one for diploma.

(c) Under exceptional circumstances, examinations may be held with 3 (three) examiners provided two of them are external and Medical Council of India is intimated the jurisdiction of such action prior to publication of result for approval. Under no circumstances, result shall be published in such cases without the approval of Medical Council India.

(d) In the event of there being more than one centre in one city, the external examiners ,at all the centres in that city shall be the same. Where there is more than one centre of examination, the University shall appoint a Supervisor to coordinate the examination on its behalf.

(e) The examining authorities may follow the guidelines regarding appointment of examiners given in Appendix-11.

(2) NUMBER OF CANDIDATES The Maximum number of candidates to be examined in clinical practical and oral on any day shall not exceed eight for M.D./M.S. degree for diploma and three for D.M/M.ch examinations.

(3) NUMBER OF EXAMINATIONS The University shall conduct not more two examinations in a year, for any subject, with an interval of not less than 4 and not more than 6 months between the two examinations.

(4) 1.DOCTOR MEDICINE (M.D)/MASTER OF SURGERY(M.S) M.D/M.S. examinations, in any subject shall consist of Thesis, Theory Papers and Clinical/Practical and Oral examinations.

(a) Thesis Every candidate shall carry out work on an assigned research project under the guidance of recognised Postgraduate Teacher, the result of which shall be written up and submitted in the form of a Thesis. Work for writing the Thesis is aimed at contributing to the development of a spirit of enquiry, besides exposing the candidate to the techniques of research, critical analysis, acquaintance with the latest advances in medical science and the manner of identfying and consulting available literature. Thesis shall be submitted at least six months before the theoretical and clinical/practical examination. The thesis shall be examined by a minimum of three examiners; one internal and two external examiners, who shall not be the examiners for Theory and clinical; and on the acdeptance of the thesis by two examiners, the candidate shall appear for the final examination.

(b) THEORY

(i) There shall be four theory papers.

(ii) Out of these one shall be of Basic Medical Science and one shall be of recent advances.

(iii) The theory examinations shall be held sufficiently earlier than the Clienical and Practical examination, so that the answer books can be assessed and evaluated before the start of the Clienical/Practical and oral examination: Provided that after five years from the commencement of these regulations there shall be one theory paper of multiple choice questions unless any institution wants to have such paper earlier.

(c) CLINICAL/PRACTICAL AND ORAL

(i) Clinical examination for the subjects in Clinical Sciences shall be conducted to test the knowledge and competence of the candidates of undertaking independent work as a specialist/Teacher for which candidates shall examine a minimum one long case and two short cases.

(ii) Practical examination for the subjects in Basic Medical Sciences shall be conducted to test the knowledge and competence of the candidates for making valid and relevant observations based on the experimental/Laboratory studies and his ability to perform such studies as are relevant to his subject.

(iii)The Oral examination shall be thorough and shall aim at assessing me candidate knowledge an competence about the subject investigative procedures therapeutic technique and other aspect of the specialty which from a part of the examination.

A candidate shall secure not less than 50% marks in each head of passing which shall include (1) Theory,(2) Practical including clinical and viva voce examination.

11 Doctor of Medicine (D.M)/Magiste Chirurgiae (M.Ch.) The examination shall consist of theory and Clinical/Practical an Oral

(a) Theory There shall be four theory papers, one paper out of these shall be on Basic Medical Sciences and another paper on Recent Advances. The theory examination will be held sufficiently earlier than the Clinical and Practical examination, so that the answer beeks can assesses and evaluated before the start of the Clinical/Practical and Oral examination.

(b) Clinical/Practical and Oral Practical examination shall consist of carrying out special investigate techniques for Diagnosis and Therapy. M.Ch candidates shall also be examined in surgical procedure. Oral examination shall be comprehensive to test the candidate's overall knowledge of the subject. A candidate shall secure not less than 50%

marks in each head of passing which shall include (1) Theory (2) Practical including clinical and viva voce examination.

111. Postgraduate Diploma Diploma examination in any subject shall consist of theory Clinical and Oral.

(a) Theory There shall be three theory papers. One paper out of these shall be on Basic Medical Sciences. The examination shall be held sufficiently earlier than the Clinical examination of that the answer books can be assessed before the start of the Clinical examination.

(b) Clinical and oral Clinical examination for the subject in clinical Science shall be conducted to test/aimed at Aaseaeinw the knowledge and competence of the candidate for undertaking independent work as a Specialist / Teacher for which a candidate shall examine a minimum of one long case and two short cases. The oral examination shall be through and shall aim at assessing the candidate's knowledge competence about the subject investigative procedures, therapeutic technique and other aspects of the specialty

which shall from a part the examination. The candidate shall secure not less than 50% marks in each head of passing which shall include (1) Theory (2) practical including clinical and viva voce examinations.

INDIAN MEDICAL COUNCIL (PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT, ETIQUETTE AND ETHICS) REGULATIONS, 2002

In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 20-A read with Section 33(m) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956), the Medical Council of India, with the previous approval of the Central Government, hereby makes the following regulations relating to the Professional conduct, Etiquette and Ethics for registered medical practitioners, namely:- .

REGULATION 01: SHORT TITLE AND COMMENCEMENT

(1) These Regulations may be called theIndian Medical Council (Professional conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002-.

(2) They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.

A. Declaration. — Each applicant, at the time of making an application for registration under the provisions of the Act, shall be provided a copy of the declaration and shall submit a duly signed Declaration as provided in Appendix 1. The applicant shall also certify that he/she had read and agreed to abide by the same. Duties and responsibilities of the Physician in general:-

1.1 Character of Physician. - (Doctor with qualification of MBBS or M£BS with post graduate degree/diploma or with equivalent qualification in any medical discipline):

1.1.1 A physician shall uphold the dignity and honour of this profession.

1.1.2 The prime object of the medical profession is to render service to humanity; reward or financial gain is a subordinate consideration. Whosoever choose his profession, assumes the obligation to conduct himself in accordance with its ideas. A physician should be an upright man, instructed in that art of healings. He shall keep himself pure in character and be diligent in caring for the sick; he-should be modest, sober, patient, prompt in discharging his duty without anxiety; conducting himself with propriety in his profession and in all the actions of his life.

1.1.3 No person other than a doctor having qualification recognised by Medical Council of India and registered with Medical Council of India/State Medical Council(s) is allowed to practice Modern System of Medicine or Surgery. A person obtaining qualification in any other system of Medicine is not allowed to practice Modern System of

Medicine in any form.

1.2 Maintaining good medical pracfice.-

1.2.1 The Principal objective of the medical profession is to render service to humanity with full respect for the dignity of profession and man. Physicians should merit the confidence of patients entrusted to their care, rendering to each a full measure of service and devotion.. Physicians should try continuously to improve medical knowledge and

skills and should make available to their patients and colleagues the benefits of their professional attainments. The physician should practice methods of healing founded on scientific basis and should not associate professionally with anyone who violate this principle. The honoured ideals of the medical profession imply that the responsibilities of the physician extend not only to individuals but also to society.

1.2.2 Membership in Medical Society. - For the advancement of his profession, a physician should affiliate with associations and societies of allopathic medical professions and involve actively in the functioning of such bodies.

1.2.3 A Physician should participate in professional meeting as part of Continuing Medical Education programmes, for at least 30 hours every five years, organized by reputed professional academic bodies or any other authorized organisations. The compliance of this requirement shall be informed regularly to Medical Council of India or the State Medical Councils as the case may be.

1.3 Maintenance of medical records:

1.3.1 Every physician shall maintain the medical records pertaining to his/her indoor patients for a period of 3 years from the date of commencement of the treatment in a standard proforma laid down by the Medical Council of India and attached as Appendix 3.

1.3.2 If any request is made for medical records either by the patients/authorised attendant or legal authorities involved, the same may be duly acknowledged and documents shall be issued within the period of 72 hours.

1.3.3 A registered medical practitioner shall maintain a Register of Medical Certificate giving full details of certificates issued - When issuing a medical certificate he/she shall always enter the identification marks of the patient and keep a copy of the certificate. He/She shall not omit to record the signature and/or thumbmark, address and at least one

identification mark of the patient on the medical certificates or report. The medical certificate shall be prepared as in Appendix 2.

1.3.4 Efforts shall be made to computerize medical records for quick retrieval.

1.4 Display of registration numbers :

1.4.1 Every physician shall display the registration number accorded to him by the State Medical Council/Medical Council of India hi his clinic and in all his prescriptions, certificates, money receipts given to his patients.

1.4.2 Physicians shall display as suffix to their names only recognized medical degree or such certificates/diplomas and memberships/honours which confer professional knowledge or recognizes any exemplary qualification/achievements.

1.5 Use of Generic names of drugs. - Every physician should, as far as possible, prescribe with generic names and he/she shall ensure that there is a rational prescription and use of drugs.

1.6 Highest Quality Assurance in patient care. - Every physician should aid in safeguarding the profession against admission to it of those who are deficient in moral character or education. Physician shall not employ in connection with his professional practice any attendant who is neither registered nor enlisted under the Medical lists in force and shall not permit such persons to attend, treat or perform operations upon patients wherever professional discretion or skill is required.

1.7 Exposure of Unethical Conduct. - A Physician should expose, without fear or favour, incompetent or corrupt, dishonest or unethical conduct on the part of members of the profession.

1.8 Payment of Professional Services. - The physician, engaged in the practice of medicine shall give priority to the interests of patients. The personal financial interests of a physician should not conflict with the medical interests of patients. A physician should announce his fees before rendering service and not after the operation or treatment is under way. Remuneration received for such services should be in the form and

amount specially announced to the patient at the time the service is rendered. It is unethical to enter into a contract of "no cure no payment". Physician rendering service on behalf of the State shall refrain from anticipating or accepting any consideration.

1.9 Evasion of Legal Restrictions. - The physician shall observe the laws of the country in regulating the practice of medical and shall also not assist others to evade such laws. He should be cooperative in observance and enforcement of sanitary laws and regulations in the interest of public health. A physician should observe the provisions of the State Acts like Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940; Pharmacy Act, 1948; Narcotic Drugs

and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985; Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971; Transplantation of Human Organ Act, 1994; Mental Health Act, 1987; Environmental Protection Act, 1986; Prenatal Sex Determination Test Act, 1994; Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisement) Act, 1954; Persons with Disabilities

(Equal Opportunities and Full Participation) Act, 1995 and Bio-Medical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998 and such other Acts, Rules, Regulations made by the Central/State Governments or Local Administrative Bodies or any other relevant Act relating to the protection and promotion of public health.

REGULATION 02: DUTIES OF PHYSICIANS TO THEIR PATIENTS :-

2.1 Obligations to the Sick:-

2.1.1 Though a physician is not bound to treat each and every person asking his services, he should not only be ever ready to respond to the calls of the sick and the injured, but should be mindful of the high character of his mission and the responsibility he discharges in the course of his professional duties. In his treatment, he should never forget that the health and the lives of those entrusted to his care depend on his skill and

attention. A physician should endeavour to add to the comfort of the sick by making his visits at the hour indicated to the patients. A physician advising a patient to seek service of another physician is acceptable, however, in case of emergency a physician must treat the patient. No physician shall arbitrarily refuse treatment to a patient, However for good

reason, when a patient is suffering from an ailment which is riot within the range of experience of the treating physician, the physician may refuse treatment and refer the patient to another physician.

2.1.2 Medical practitioner having any incapacity detrimental to the patient or which can affect his performance vis-a-vis the patient is not permitted to practice his profession.

2.2 Patience, Delicacy and Secrecy. - Patience and delicacy should characterise the physician. Confidence concerning individual or domestic life entrusted by patients to a physician and defects in the disposition of character of patients observed during medical attendance should never be revealed unless their revelation is required by the laws of the State. Sometimes, however, a physician must determine whether his duty to

society requires him to employ knowledge, obtained through confidence as a physician, to protect, a healthy person against a communicable disease to which he is about to be exposed. In such instance, the physician should act as he would wish another to act toward one of his own family in like circumstances.

2.3 Prognosis. - The physician should neither exaggerate nor minimize the gravity of a patient's condition. He should ensure himself that the patient, his relatives or his responsible friends have such knowledge of the patient's condition as will serve the best interests of the patient and the family.

2.4 The Patient must not be neglected. - A physician is free to choose whom he will serve. He should, however respond to any request for his assistance in an emergency. Once having undertaken a case, the physician should not neglect the patient, nor should he withdraw from the case without giving adequate notice to the patient and his family.

Provisionally or full registered medical practitioner shall not willfully commit an act of negligence that may deprive his patient or patients from necessary medical care.

2.5 Engagement for an Obstetric case. - When a physician who has been engaged to attend an Obstetric case is absent and another is sent for and delivery accomplished, the acting physician is entitled to his professional fees, but should secure the patient's consent to resign on the arrival of the physician engaged.

REGULATION 03:

3.1 Unnecessary consultations should be avoided:-

3.1.1 However in case of serious illness and in doubtful or difficult conditions, the physician should request consultation, but under any circumstances such condition should be justifiable and in the interest of the patient only and not for any other consideration.

3.1.2 Consulting pathologists/radiologists or asking for any other diagnostic lab investigation should be done judiciously and not in a routine manner.

3.2 Consultation for Patient's Benefit — In every consultation, the benefit to the patient is of foremost importance. All physicians engaged in the case should be frank with the patient and his attendants.

3.3 Punctuality in Consultation. - Utmost punctuality should be observed by a physician in making themselves available for consultations.

3.4 Statement of Patient after Consultation

3.4.1 All statements to the patient or his representatives should take place in the presence of the consulting physicians, except as otherwise agreed. The disclosure of the opinion to the patient or his relatives or friends shall rest with the medical attendant.

3.4.2 Differences of opinion should not be divulged unnecessarily but when there is irreconcilable difference of opinion the circumstances should be frankly and impartially explained to the patient or his relatives or friends. It would be opened to them to seek further advice as they so desire.

3.5 Treatment after Consultation. - No decision should restrain the attending physician from making such subsequent variations in the treatment if any unexpected change occurs, but at the next consultation, reasons for the variation should be discussed/explained. The same privilege, with its obligations, belongs to the consultant when sent for in an emergency during the absence of attending physician. The attending

physician may prescribe medicine at any time for the patient, whereas the consultant may prescribe only in case of emergency or as an expert when called for.

3.6 Patients Referred to Specialists. - When a patient is referred to a specialist by the attending physician, a case summary of the patient should be given to the specialist, who should communicate his opinion in writing to the attending physician.

3.7 Fees and other charges. -

3.7.1 A physician shall clearly display his fees and other charges on the board of his chamber and/or the hospitals he is visiting. Prescription should also make clear if the Physician himself dispensed any medicine.

3.7.2 A physician shall write his name and designation in full along with registration particulars in his prescription letter head. Note. – In Government hospital where the patient-load is heavy, the name of the prescribing doctor must be written below his/her signature.

REGULATION 04: RESPONSTIES OF PHYSICIANS TO EACH OTHER

4.1 Dependence of Physicians on each other. -A physician should consider it as a pleasure and privilege to render gratuitous service to all physicians and their immediate family dependents.

4.2 Conduct in consultation. - In consultations, no insincerity, rivalry or envy should be indulged in. All due respect should be observed towards the physician in- charge of the case and no statement or remark be made, which would impair the confidence reposed in him. For this purpose no discussion should be carried on in the presence of the patient or his representatives.

4.3 Consultant not to take charge of the case. - When a physician has been called for consultation, the Consultant should normally not take charge ,of the case, especially on the solicitation of the patient or friends. The Consultant shall not criticise the referring physician. He/she shall discuss the diagnosis treatment plan with the referring physician.

4.4 Appointment of Substitute. - Whenever a physician requests another physician to attend his patients during his temporary absence from his practice, professional courtesy requires the acceptance of such appointment only when he has the capacity to discharge the additional responsibility along with his/her other duties. The physician acting under such an appointment should give the utmost consideration to the interests and reoutation of the absent physician and all such patients should be restored to the care of the latter upon his/her return.

4.5 Visiting another Physician's case. - When it becomes the duty of a physician occupying an official position to see and report upon an illness or injury, he should communicate to the physician an attendance so as to give him an option of being present. The medical officer/physician occupying an official position should avoid remarks upon the diagnosis or the treatment that has been adopted.

REGULATION 05: DUTIES OF PHYSICIAN TO THE PUBLIC AND TO THE PARAMEDICAL PROFESSION

5.1 Physicians as Citizens. - Physicians, as good citizens, possessed of special training should disseminate advice on public health issues. They should play their part in enforcing the laws of the community and in sustaining the institutions that advance the interests of humanity. They should particularly co-operate with the authorities in the administration of sanitary/public health laws and regulations.

5.2 Public and Community Health. - Physicians, especially those engaged in public health work, should enlighten the public concerning quarantine regulations and measures for prevention of epidemic and communicable diseases. At all times the physician should notify the constituted public health authorities of every case of communicable disease under, his case, in accordance with the laws, rules and regulations of the health authorities. When an epidemic occurs a physician should not abandon his duty for fear of contracting the disease himself.

5.3 Pharmacists/Nurses. - Physicians should recognize and promote the practice of different paramedical services such as, pharmacy and nursing as professions and should seek.their cooperation wherever required.

REGULATION 06: UNETHICAL ACTS

- A physician shall not aid or abet or commit any of the following acts which shall be construed as unethical-

6.1 Advertising.-

6.1.1 Soliciting of patients directly or indirectly, by a physician, by group of physicians or by institutions or orgnisations is unethical. A physician shall not make use of him/her (or his/her name) as subject of any form or manner of advertising or publicity through any mode either along or in conjunction with other which is of such a character as to invite attention to him or to his professional position, skill, qualification, achievements,

attainments, specialties, appointments, associations, affiliations or honours and/or of such character as would ordinarily result in his self aggrandizement. A physician shall not give to any person, whether for compensation or otherwise, any approval, recommendation, endorsement, certificate, report or statement with respect of any drug, medicine,

nostrum remedy, surgical, or therapeutic article, apparatus or appliance or any commercial product or article with respect of any property, quality or use thereof or any test, demonstration or trial thereof, for use in connection with his name, signature, or photograph hi any form or manner of advertising through any mode nor shall be boast of cases, operations, cures or remedies or permit the publication of report thereof

through any mode. A medical practitioner is however permitted to make a formal announcement in press regarding the following : (1) On starting practice. (2) On change of type of practice. (3) On changing address. (4) On temporary absence from duty. (5) On resumption of another practice. (6) On succeeding to another practice. (7) Public declaration of charges.

6.1.2 Printing of self photograph, or any such material of publicity in the letter head or in sign board of the consulting room or any such clinical establishment shall be regarded as acts of self advertisement and unethical conduct on the part of the physician. However, printing of sketches, diagrams, picture of human system shall not be treated as

unethical.

6.2 Patient and Copy rights. - A physician may patent surgical instruments, appliances and medicine or Copyright applications, methods and procedures. However, it shall be unethical if the benefits of such patents or copyrights are not made available in situations where the interest of large population is involved.

6.3 Running an open shop (Dispensing of Drugs and Appliances by Physicians).- A physician should not run an open shop for sale of medicine for dispensing prescriptions prescribed by doctors other than himself or for sale of medical or surgical appliances. It is not unethical for a physician to prescribe or supply drugs, remedies or appliances as

long as there is no exploitation of the patient. Drugs prescribed by a physician or brought from the market for a patient should explicitly state the proprietary formulae as well as generic name of the drug.

6.4 Rebates and Commission :-

6.4.1 A physician shall not give, solicit, or receive nor shall he offer to give solicit or receive, any gift, gratuity, commission or bonus in consideration of a return for the referring, recommending or procuring of any patient for medical, surgical or other treatment. A physician shall not directly or indirectly, participate in or be a party to act of division, transference, assignment, subordination, rebating, splitting or refunding of any fee for medical, surgical or other treatment.

6.4.2 Provisions of para 6.4.1 shall apply with equal force to the referring, recommending or procuring by a physician or any person, specimen or material for diagnostic purposes or other study/work. Nothing in this section, however, shall prohibit payment of salaries by a qualified physician to other duly qualified person rendering medical care

under his supervision.

6.5 Secret Remedies. - The prescribing or dispensing by a physician of secret remedial agents of which he does not know the composition, or the manufacture of promotion of their use is unethical and as such prohibited. All the drugs prescribed by a physician should always carry a proprietary formula and clear name.

6.6 Human Rights. - The physician shall not aid or abet torture nor shall he be a party to either infliction of mental or physical trauma or concealment of torture inflicted by some other person or agency in clear violation of human rights.

6.7 Euthanasia. - Practicing euthanasia shall constitute unethical conduct. However on specific occasion, the question of withdrawing supporting devices to sustain cardiopulmonary function even after brain death, shall be decided only by a team of doctors and not merely by the treating physician alone. A team of doctors shall declare withdrawal of support system. Such team shall consist of the doctor in charge of the patient, Chief Medical Officer/Medical Officer in charge of the hospital and a

doctor nominated by the in-charge of the hospital from the hospital staff or in accordance with the provisions of the Transplantation of Human Organ Act, 1994.,

REGULATION 07: MISCONDUCT

- The following acts of commission or omission on the part of a physician shall constitute professional misconduct rendering him/her liable, for disciplinary action-

7.1 Violation of the Regulations. - If he/she commits any violation of these Regulations.

7.2 If he/she does not maintain the medical records of his/her indoor patients for a period of three years as per regulations 1.3 and refuse to provide the same within 72 hours when the patient or his/her authorized representative makes a request for it as per the regulation 1.3.2.

7.3 If he/she does not display the registration number accorded to him/her by the State Medical Council or the Medical Council of India in his clinic, prescriptions and certificates etc. issued by him or violates the provisions of regulation 1.4.2.

7.4 Adultery of Improper Conduct - Abuse of professional position by committing adultery or improper conduct with a patient or by maintaining an improper association with a patient will render a Physician liable for disciplinary action as provided under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 or the concerned State Medical Council Act.

7.5 Conviction by Court of Law. - Conviction by a Court of Law for offence involving moral turpitude/Criminal Acts.

7.6 Sex Determination Tests. - On no account sex determination test shall be undertaken with the intent to terminate the life of a female foetus developing in her mother's womb, unless there are other absolute indications for termination of pregnancy as specified in the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971. Any act of termination of pregnancy of normal female foetus amounting to female foeticide shall be regarded as professional misconduct on the part of the physician leading to penal erasure besides rendering him liable to criminal proceedings as per the provisions of this Act.

7.7 Signing Professional Certificates, Reports and other Documents. - Registered medical practitioners are in certain cases bound by law to give, or may from time to time be called upon or requested to give certificates, notification, reports and other documents of similar character signed by them in their professional capacity for subsequent use in the

Courts or for administrative purposes etc. Such documents, among others, include the ones given at Appendix 4. Any registered practitioner who is shown to have signed or given under his name and authority any such certificate, notification, report or document of a similar character which is untrue, misleading or improper, is liable to have his name deleted from the Register.

7.8 A registered medical practitioner shall not contravene the provisions of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and regulations made thereunder, Accordingly,-

(a) Prescribing steroids/psychotropic drugs when there is no absolute medical indication;

(b) selling Schedule 'H' & 'L' drugs and poisons to the public except to his patient; in contravention of the above provisions shall constitute gross professional misconduct on the part of the physician.

7.9 Performing or enabling unqualified person to perform an abortion or any illegal operation for which there is no medical, surgical or psychological indication.

7.10 A registered medical practitioner shall not issue certificates of efficiency in modern medicine to unqualified or non-medical person. (Note. - The foregoing does not restrict the proper training and instruction of bonafide students, midwives, dispensers, surgical attendants, or skilled mechanical and technical assistants and thereby assistants under the

personal supervision of physicians.)

7.11 A physician should no contribute to lay press articles and give interview regarding diseases and treatments which may have the effect of advertising himself or soliciting practices; but is open to write to the lay press under his own name on matter of public health, hygienic living or the deliver public lectures, give talks on the radio/TV/intemet chat for the same purpose and send announcement of the same to lay press.

7.12 An institution run by a physician for a particular purpose such as a maternity home, nursing home, private hospital, rehabilitation centre or any type of training institution etc. may be advertised in the lay press, but such advertisements should not contain anything more than the name of the institution, type of patients admitted, type of training and other

facilities offered and the fees.

7.13 It is improper for a physician to use an unusually large sign board and write on it anything other than his name, qualifications obtained from a University or a statutory body, titles and name of his specialty, registration number including the name of the State Medical Council under which registered. The same should be the contents of his prescription papers. It is improper to affix a sign -board on a chemist's a shop or in place where he does not reside or work.

7.14 The registered medical practitioner shall not disclose the secrets of a patient that have been learnt in the exercise of his/her profession except,-

(i) in a Court of law under order of the Presiding Judge;

(ii) in circumstances where there is a serious and identified risk to a specific person and/or community; and

(iii) notifiable diseases. In case of communicable/notifiable diseases, concerned public health authorities should be informed immediately.

7.15 The registered medical practitioner shall not refuse on religious grounds alone to give assistance in or conduct of sterility, birth control, circumcision and medical termination of Pregnancy when there is medical indication, unless the medical practitioner feels himself/herself incompetent to do so.

7.16 Before performing an operation the physician should obtain in writing the consent from the husband or wife, parent or guardian in the case of minor, or the patient himself as the case may be. In an operation which may result in sterility the consent of both husband and wife is needed.

7.17 A registered medical practitioner shall not publish photographs or case reports of his/her patients without their permission, in any medical or other journal in a manner by which their identity could be made out. If the identity is not to be disclosed, the consent is not needed.

7.18 In the case of running of a nursing home by a physician and employing assistants to help him/her, the ultimate responsibility rests on the physician.

7.19 A physician shall not use touts or agents for procuring patients.

7.20 A physician shall not claim to be specialist unless he has a special qualification in that branch.

7.21 No act of invitro fertilisation or artificial insemination shall be undertaken without the informed consequent of the female patient and her spouse as well as the donor. Such consent shall be obtained in writing only after the patient is provided, at her own level of comprehension, with sufficient information about the purpose, methods, risks, inconveniences, disappointments of the procedure and possible risks and hazards.

7.22 Research. - Clinical drug trials or other research involving patients or volunteers as per the guidelines of ICMR can be undertaken, provided ethical considerations are borne in mind. Violation of existing ICMR guidelines in this regard shall constitute misconduct. Consequent taken from the patient for trial of drug or therapy which is not as per the

guidelines shall also be construed as misconduct.

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REGULATION 8 PUNISHDVIENT AND DISCIP1INARY ACTION

8.1 It must be clearly understood that the instance of offences and of Professional misconduct which are given above do not constitute and are not intended to constitute a complete list of the infamous acts which calls for disciplinary action, and that by issuing this notice the Medical Council of India and or State Medical Councils are in no way precluded from considering and dealing with any other form of professional misconduct on the part of a registered practitioner. Circumstances may and do arise from time to time in relation to which there may occur questions of professional misconduct which do not come within any of these categories. Every care should be taken that the code is not violated in letter or spirit. In such instances as in all others, the Medical Council of India and/or State Medical Councils have to consider and decide upon the facts brought before the Medical Council of India and/or State Medical Councils.

8.2 It is made clear that any complaint with regard to professional misconduct can be brought before the appropriate Medical Council for disciplinary action. Upon receipt of any complaint of professional misconduct, the appropriate Medical Council would hold an enquiry and give opportunity to the registered medical practitioner to be heard in person or by pleader. If the medical practitioner is found to be guilty of committing professional misconduct, the appropriate Medical Council may award such punishment as deemed necessary or may direct the removal altogether or for a specified period, from the register of the name of the delinquent registered practitioner. Deletion from the Register shall be widely publicized in local press as well as in the publications of different Medical Associations/Societies/Bodies.

8.3 In case the punishment of removal from the register is for a limited period, the appropriate Council may also direct that the name so removed shall be restored in the register after the expiry of the period for which the name was ordered to be removed.

8.4 Decision on complaint against delinquent physician shall be taken within a time limit of 6 months.

8.5 During the pendency of the complaint the appropriate Council may restrain the physician form performing the procedure or practice which is under scrutiny.

8.6 Professional incompetence shall be judged by peer group as per guidelines prescribed by Medical Council of India.

Footnotes:

1. Under Chapter 7, Regulation 7.23 and 7.24 shall be omitted by Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) (Amendment) Regulations, 2003, Gaz. of India, Pt. II-Sec. 4, dt. 22.2.2003, p. 2941.