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Maharashtra Scraps Mandatory One-Year MBBS Bond Service, Easing Path To Postgraduate Medical Education
24htopnews | July 24, 2026 1:08 PM CST

The Maharashtra government has abolished the mandatory one-year MBBS bond service, citing limited service posts despite rising graduate numbers. Candidates yet to start or complete the bond are exempt, while those already serving must finish their tenure. The move is expected to speed up postgraduate admissions and career growth.

Mumbai, July 23: The Maharashtra government has abolished the mandatory one-year social responsibility service (bond service) for students who complete their MBBS from government, municipal, aided and private unaided medical colleges in the state. The Medical Education Department issued a Government Resolution (GR) to this effect on Thursday.

The decision is expected to provide significant relief to medical graduates, allowing them to pursue postgraduate education and career opportunities without unnecessary delays. The move has also been welcomed by the resident doctors' body, Central MARD.

Reason Behind The Decision

The government said the number of medical colleges and MBBS graduates in Maharashtra has increased substantially over the years, while the number of available posts for mandatory bond service has remained limited.


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