16 November 2025
The Tamil Nadu government has moved the Supreme Court against the President's decision to withhold assent to its anti-NEET bill. The state has urged the court to intervene, describing the decision as “legally untenable and constitutionally improper.”
The controversy revolves around “The Tamil Nadu Admission to Undergraduate Medical Degree Courses Bill, 2021 (L.A. Bill No. 43 of 2021),” which aims to restore admissions based on Class 12 scores rather than the NEET entrance exam.
The petition, filed by Advocate-on-Record Misha Rotagi Mohta and handled by Senior Advocate P. Wilson, challenges the President’s refusal to approve the Anti-NEET Bill.
Tamil Nadu has urged the Supreme Court to declare the withholding of assent unconstitutional and permit the bill to be reconsidered on its merits. The plea contends that the decision is arbitrary, disregards the state’s data-driven evidence on NEET’s impact, and undermines the autonomy of state legislatures.
The outcome of this case will have significant implications for NEET PG aspirants in Tamil Nadu. If the Supreme Court rules in favor of the state, it could potentially lead to a change in the medical admission process in the state.
However, if the court upholds the President's decision, it could mean that NEET will continue to be the sole criterion for medical admissions in the state.
Students are advised to keep a close eye on the developments in this case and prepare for all possible scenarios. They should also stay updated with the latest news and notifications from the state government and the Supreme Court.
In the meantime, students can continue to prepare for the NEET PG exam and focus on their studies. They should also be prepared to adapt to any changes in the medical admission process that may arise as a result of this case.