Massive surge in registrations of doctors by J&K Medical Council

Srinagar, Jan 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Medical Council (JKMC) marked 2025 as a year of unprecedented growth and excellence in medical registrations. A record 2,381 total permanent registrations were made, signalling a step towards excellence and professionalism.

The 2381 registrations represents a significant 80% increase from 1,324 in 2024. This reflects the Council’s commitment to bolstering healthcare workforce capacity in the region.

JKMC issued 939 Foreign (FMG) Permanent Registrations in 2025, more than doubling the 584 from the previous year, alongside 1,252 J&K medical college passouts’ permanent registrations, 190 Permanent Reciprocal registration due to the fact that all doctors from outside Jammu and Kashmir visiting J&K for various services are asked to register with J&K Medical Council mandatorily. It also includes doctors from across the country selected for various higher courses under PG NEET and DNB courses in medical colleges/ institutions in J&K.

Additional registrations reached 1,045, reflecting heightened demand for qualifications and mobility. The Council also issued 783 No Objection Certificates (NOCs), 231 Good Standing certificates, and facilitated 125 Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, enhancing professional standards. From 2021 to 2025, JKMC handled 6,082 total permanent registrations, with 2025 contributing nearly 40% of the five-year total. This surge highlights JKMC’s efficient operations across its Jammu and Srinagar offices. A press handout from JKMC stated that the council remains dedicated to upholding the highest ethical and regulatory standards for medical professionals in J&K.