NewsIMTSA committee has been formed to investigate complaints against SSPM Medical College in Maharashtra regarding MBBS admissions for 2025-26. A candidate alleged the college demanded Rs 9.2 lakh despite the website showing only Rs 50,000 refundable caution money. The student claimed he was denied admission after failing to pay and was forced to withdraw his complaint. The Directorate of Medical Education and Maharashtra Admission Regulatory Authority will examine the matter on November 10, 2025, at 2 PM when both parties must appear with relevant documents. The candidate reported being detained until 6 PM and coerced into sending an email stating he had no grievance. The private medical college, run by a BJP leader, allegedly denied fee concessions to the Dalit MBBS aspirant. From November 10, the committee will gather evidence until their report is submitted. Next week, findings may determine regulatory action against the institution. (Updated 6 Nov 2025, 22:57 IST; source: link)
Maharashtra Medical College Under Investigation for Fee Dispute
A committee has been formed to investigate SSPM Medical College in Maharashtra following complaints about MBBS admission practices. A student alleged that the college demanded Rs 9.2 lakh despite the official website listing only Rs 50,000 as refundable caution money. The investigation will be conducted by the Directorate of Medical Education and Maharashtra Admission Regulatory Authority, with both parties required to present their case with supporting documents on November 10, 2025. This note explains what it means for students, when the process starts, how to check updates, and what to do next in simple steps.
Student Claims Coercion After Raising Fee Complaint
The MBBS aspirant reported being detained at the college until evening and pressured to withdraw his complaint. According to the student, who belongs to a Dalit community, he was denied admission after refusing to pay the higher amount and was forced to send an email stating he had no grievance. The college, reportedly run by a BJP leader, allegedly denied fee concessions that should have been available. The committee's findings, expected next week, could lead to regulatory action against the institution if violations are confirmed.
Key Points
- A committee has been formed to investigate complaints against SSPM Medical College in Maharashtra regarding MBBS admissions for 2025-26.
- A candidate alleged the college demanded Rs 9.2 lakh despite the website showing only Rs 50,000 refundable caution money.
- The Directorate of Medical Education and Maharashtra Admission Regulatory Authority will examine the matter on November 10, 2025, at 2 PM when both parties must appear with relevant documents.
