The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) announced that NEET PG 2025 will be conducted in two shifts on June 15, 2025. Aspirants have expressed concerns over potential variations in difficulty levels between shifts, fearing it may impact final rankings and admission fairness.
- Variations in difficulty across shifts may affect scores.
- Absence of a predefined normalization formula raises bias concerns.
- Non-disclosure of answer keys prevents verification of responses.
MP Kodikunnil Suresh Urges Parliamentary Action
Member of Parliament Kodikunnil Suresh has formally requested the Lok Sabha to hold an urgent discussion regarding NEET PG 2025. In his letter to the Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha, he highlighted critical issues impacting aspirants, including:
- Two-shift exam format with potential score disparities.
- Lack of transparent normalization criteria.
- Non-release of answer keys, leading to doubts over evaluation.
- Unclear Service PG score calculation for eligible candidates.
The MP emphasized that government intervention is necessary to maintain fairness and protect the careers of medical graduates.
FMGs Association Supports Parliamentary Action
The All Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) Association expressed gratitude to MP Kodikunnil Suresh for raising these concerns in Parliament. The association stressed:
- Fairness and transparency in high-stakes exams like NEET PG is crucial.
- A single-shift exam should be considered to ensure a level playing field.
- Immediate corrective measures are required to restore aspirants’ confidence.
Key Concerns Highlighted by MP
A summary of issues highlighted in the MP's letter:
These concerns underline the urgency of government action to ensure fair medical admissions and safeguard aspirants’ careers.