Health Bulletin 05/May/2026
In a key update for medical aspirants, the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has released a revised tentative exam calendar, updating its earlier April 10 schedule. As per the new timeline, NEET-PG 2026 is likely to be held on August 30, while the NEET-SS 2026 exam has been scheduled for the first time on December 11 and 12. The board has also revised the DrNB final examination dates, with the October 2026 session now set for September 25-27, 2026.
The updated schedule further outlines key timelines across diploma and DNB courses. The DNB Final June 2026 exams will be conducted from June 18 to 21, while the December session is slated for November 19–22, according to The Indian Express.
Meanwhile, FMGE December 2026 will be held on January 9, 2027. NBEMS has clarified that these dates remain tentative, and candidates should refer to official information bulletins for confirmation. Aspirants have been advised to regularly check the official website for updates and use the designated communication portal for queries.
Legal Heirs Can be Impleaded: Supreme Court says Medical Negligence Cases Can Continue After Doctor's Death
In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has held that under the law, the legal heir of a doctor, who is facing any medical negligence case, can be proceeded against after the doctor's death.
The Court clarified that the “right to sue” survives, allowing complainants to pursue legal remedies even after the demise of the concerned doctor.
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TN to Rationalise Cardiologist Posts, Doctors Demand Creation of New Positions
While the Health Department aims to strengthen cardiology services in government medical colleges, its plan to rationalise existing cardiologist posts by upgrading, redeploying and surrendering excess posts has triggered concern among a section of doctors, who say redeploying doctors is not a long-term solution; instead suggested creating new posts.
According to an official communication sent by the Directorate of Medical Education (DME) and Research to deans of government medical colleges, details have been sought on cardiologist posts that can be upgraded, redeployed, or surrendered.
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TN plans to rationalise cardiologist posts, doctors raise concern, seek new positions
High Court Grants Relief to Medical Officer, Orders Regularisation After 29 Years of Temporary Service
Holding that government institutions have a 'greater responsibility' to prevent unfair employment practices, the Gujarat High Court has ordered the state to regularise the services of a medical officer who worked for nearly 29 years in Primary Health Centres (PHCs) under a 'temporary' status until his superannuation in 2015.
Citing the caution laid down by the Supreme Court in cases of "exploitative employment", Single Bench Justice M J Shelat held, "A person cannot be continued with a status like ad-hoc, temporary, or contractual for years when the nature of the work is perennial."
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