In a landmark judgment, the court invalidated two major provisions of the Chhattisgarh Medical Post Graduate Admission Rules, 2025. Rule 11(a) and Rule 11(b) previously granted preferential treatment to MBBS graduates from within the state and to domicile candidates.

The court held that these rules were “discriminatory, unconstitutional, and violative of Article 14”, affirming that NEET PG 2025 admissions must rely solely on merit.

Why the High Court Struck Down the Rules

The court noted that postgraduate medical education demands high academic standards, and that any institutional or domicile preference undermines merit. The verdict emphasized that:

• The location of MBBS education cannot determine eligibility for PG medical seats.
• Domicile-based preference for postgraduate medical courses is impermissible.
• NEET PG merit must remain the primary criterion for selection.

The judgment followed a petition challenging these provisions as violative of the constitutional right to equality.

Chhattisgarh High Court Order Link

https://neetpgexam.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/chhattisgarh-high-court-order.pdf

What Were Rules 11(a) and 11(b)?

Rule 11(a) translates to …
Granted first preference to candidates who completed their MBBS in Chhattisgarh.

Rule 11(b) translates to …
Granted second preference to candidates who completed MBBS outside the state but were domiciled in Chhattisgarh.

The court found both provisions arbitrary and unfair, as they created an artificial advantage for a particular group of applicants.

Impact on NEET PG 2025 Aspirants

This ruling significantly影响 medical aspirants applying for Chhattisgarh’s state-quota PG seats.

• PG admissions will now be strictly merit-based.
• No student can be denied a seat solely because they completed MBBS outside Chhattisgarh.
• All NEET PG qualified candidates will have an equal opportunity.
• Candidates from any state can compete fairly for Chhattisgarh PG seats.
• The decision aligns with Supreme Court judgments discouraging domicile or institutional preference at the PG level.

Why Is This Ruling Significant

• Ensures fairness and transparency in NEET PG counselling
• Strengthens the merit-based admission system
• Promotes nationwide mobility for medical graduates
• Prevents restrictive policies that limit opportunities for deserving students

The High Court reiterated that producing well-trained specialists requires a truly merit-driven selection process, not one based on location.

What Follows Now ?

Chhattisgarh authorities are now required to:

• Revise the NEET PG 2025 counselling guidelines
• Remove domicile and institutional preference clauses
• Conduct admissions strictly on the basis of NEET PG rank and eligibility