The online theory classes for MBBS students will continue as perNational Medical Commission's circular. This was clarified by theNational Medical Commission stating that in view of COVID-19pandemic, online classes are valid and are approved for teaching duringthe current pandemic situation.
A release from National Medical Commission to Dean/ Principal of AllMedical Colleges/Institutions stated: "Attention of National MedicalCommission has been drawn to some media reports that online classesfor teaching of MBBS curriculum were not approved by erstwhile MCI. Inthis regard, it is clarified that in view of Pandemic COVID-19 the MedicalColleges/Institutions in India are conducting online theory classes forMBBS students. Online classes are valid and were approved forteaching during the current Pandemic COVID-19 only.
Such onlinetheory classes are required to be supplemented by practical and clinicaltraining as per the current curriculum in all MBBS subjects inthe Colleges/Institutions and affiliated hospitals as and when colleges are open.

















