Students planned their entire academic journey—including university examinations, internship, registration and further career/PG opportunities—on the basis of the rules, regulations and information available at the time of admission.
Therefore, the effect of subsequently clarified or implemented NExT requirements on already-admitted batches deserves specific consideration.
6. Need for Transitional/One-Time Relief
In view of the above concerns, student representatives request that the authorities consider an appropriate transitional arrangement/one-time relaxation for the affected batches, particularly the batches admitted before the NExT requirement was clearly and unambiguously communicated as an additional qualifying examination.
Students have also proposed that a clearly notified NExT framework may be applied prospectively to future batches with adequate notice at the time of admission.
7. Impact on Internship, Registration and PG Progression
The authorities are also requested to examine the practical consequences of NExT on:
- commencement and completion of internship;
- eligibility for registration/licence;
- eligibility for AIAPGET/PG admission;
- employment after graduation; and
- the possibility of prolonged academic/career delay for students who have already completed their prescribed undergraduate education.
8. Need for a Single Comprehensive Clarification
At present, students are receiving information through different notifications, regulations and communications. A single comprehensive clarification from the Ministry of AYUSH, NCISM and NCH would greatly reduce uncertainty and prevent further academic disruption.
Our Humble Request
We therefore respectfully request the competent authorities to:
1. Fix an urgent joint meeting with representatives of BAMS, BUMS, BSMS and BHMS students;
2. Place the complete NExT issue before the competent authorities, including statutory provisions, regulations, admission documents and transitional implications;
3. Provide student representatives an opportunity to place their concerns before both NCISM and NCH;
4. Examine the possibility of one-time transitional relief/relaxation for already-admitted affected batches;
5. Clarify the exact relationship between the final-year university examination, internship, degree, registration/licence and NExT;
6. Issue one comprehensive written clarification applicable to all concerned AYUSH students; and
7. Take a final decision at the earliest, so that students can plan their internship, registration, PG preparation and professional careers without further uncertainty.
We respectfully reiterate that the students are seeking constructive dialogue, a lawful, transparent and equitable solution, and not confrontation.
The student representatives have already approached the concerned authorities and participated in meetings, including meetings with NCISM representatives on 01 June 2026 and 05 February 2026. However, as the matter remains unresolved and no final written clarification has been issued, we once again request the authorities to provide a time-bound opportunity for joint discussion involving NCISM, NCH, the Ministry of AYUSH and student representatives.
We particularly request the NCH to kindly provide student representatives an opportunity to meet the competent officials and place the concerns of BHMS students directly before the Commission.
The matter concerns the academic and professional future of a very large number of AYUSH students. We therefore request that the proposed joint meeting may kindly be scheduled at the earliest possible date, and the date/time may be communicated to the student representatives.
We shall be grateful for an opportunity to place the students' complete representation and supporting documents before the competent authorities.
Yours faithfully,
Student Representatives
BAMS / BUMS / BSMS / BHMS Students
National Exit Test (NExT) Representation
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