In Brief
The Education Promotion Society for India sought an extension of the counselling deadline for postgraduate medical courses, citing over 1,000 vacant seats in medical colleges and deemed universities. The Supreme Court dismissed the petition, holding that vacant seats alone do not justify violating the prescribed time schedule for admissions. The Court emphasized that strict adherence to fixed timelines is essential to prevent irregularities and exploitation. Extensions may only be granted for specific institutional or regional difficulties, not on general grounds. The petition was accordingly dismissed."
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