In Brief
The Medical Council of India challenged a High Court interim order permitting NC Medical College to admit MBBS students for 2018-19, despite the MCI finding persistent deficiencies across multiple inspections since 2015. The college had failed to remedy structural, faculty, and facility gaps despite repeated opportunities. The Supreme Court held that High Courts must not grant interim relief permitting admissions to unapproved institutions, as such orders jeopardize students' careers and undermine regulatory compliance. The Court set aside the High Court order, emphasizing that provisional admissions—even with disclaimers—cannot protect students if the institution is ultimately denied recognition, as alternative accommodations are practically impossible.
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