NRI Quota MBBS Admission in Gujarat Medical Colleges 2026

The NRI quota MBBS admission in Gujarat Medical Colleges allows NRI students to pursue medical education in the state. Under this quota, a certain percentage of seats in medical colleges are reserved for NRI candidates. This initiative aims to attract talented NRI students who wish to study medicine in Gujarat and contribute to the healthcare sector. The NRI quota allows students with an NRI background to secure admissions based on their eligibility criteria and relevant entrance exams. This provision enhances diversity in medical colleges and strengthens the global connections of Gujarat's healthcare education system.

Instructions for NRI Category Students

1. The PIN for the NRI quota in Gujarat MBBS colleges can be purchased online at medadmgujarat.org. The cost of the PIN is Rs. 3000/- (non-refundable) plus a refundable security deposit of Rs. 25,000/-, totaling Rs. 28,000/-.
2. Candidates can register online by visiting the admission committee's website at medadmgujarat.org.
3. For candidates applying under the NRI quota, the registration confirmation, document verification, and submission must be made at the Office of ACPUGMEC/ACPPGMEC, GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar.
4. Candidates must schedule an appointment to verify and submit document copies at a Help Center. They can select the date for document verification while printing the Registration Slip.
5. After submitting the online application, candidates are needed to submit a demand draft of Rs. 25,000/- payable to "ACPUGMEC" in favor of Gandhinagar as a processing fee at the ACPUGMEC/ACPPGMEC, GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar office only.
6. Detailed information about the admission process can be found on the website medadmgujarat.org. Visiting the website frequently for updated information from the admission committee is advised.
7. Applications for admission will only be considered if they are accompanied by notarized copies of the certificates and all necessary documents.
8. Any document changes or examination marks after applying should be promptly reported to the Office of ACPUGMEC/ACPPGMEC, GMERS Medical College, Gandhinagar, with attested copies. Failure to do so will make the candidate responsible for any consequences.
9. Admission to NRI quota seats in medical colleges will be on the basis of the merit list per the prescribed rules.
10. Students admitted to a college will be awarded a degree from the affiliated university of that particular college.

Definations

a) NRI

In the context of the admission process, NRI refers to a Non-Resident Indian as defined under the Income Tax Act of 1961 and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) of 1999. The determination of NRI status for the candidate/parent follows specific criteria.

Under FEMA rules, an NRI is defined as a person residing outside India who is either a citizen of India or a PIO. Per the Foreign Exchange Management Regulations of 2000, PIO refers to a citizen of any country except Bangladesh or Pakistan. It includes individuals who previously held an Indian passport, whose parents or grandparents were Indian citizens, or those married to Indian citizens.

A person resident outside India refers to someone who does not reside in India. In contrast, a person resident in India encompasses various categories, including individuals living in India for over 182 days during the previous financial year, registered/incorporated entities in India, and offices/branches/agencies owned or controlled by individuals residing inside or outside India.

b) Person of Indian Origin (PIO)

A "Person of Indian Origin" refers to a foreign citizen who is not a citizen of Pakistan, Bangladesh, or other countries specified by the Central Government. The following conditions determine a person's status as a Person of Indian Origin:

1. They have held an Indian passport at any point in time.
2. They or their parents, grandparents, or great-grandparents were Indian citizens under the Constitution of India or the Citizenship Act of 1955.
3. They are the spouse of a citizen of India or a PIO, as described in the above two conditions.

Eligibilty Criteria

According to the Health & Family Welfare Department Notification, Government of Gujarat, Gandhinagar:

a) Eligibility for NRI Quota:

1. The candidate should be a Non-Resident Indian (NRI).
2. In the absence of the candidate's parents, their legal guardian should be a Non-Resident Indian.

b) MBBS Degree:

The candidate must have an MBBS degree from a recognized college.

c) NEET-UG Examination:

The candidate should have appeared in the NEET-UG examination of the current admission year and must have been declared "Qualified."

Merit list

ACPPGMEC will grant admission to the non-resident Indian seats based on the following criteria:

1. Interse merit: The selection will be based on the All India Overall Rank at the NEET-UG of the current admission year.
2. Eligible candidates:The consideration for admission will be limited to candidates who have applied for admission against the Non-Resident Indian seats.

Office address: Ground Floor, GMERS Medical College, Sector-12, Gandhinagar – 382016.

www.medadmgujarat.org

medadmgujarat@gmail.com

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