{"id":784,"date":"2025-08-16T03:38:26","date_gmt":"2025-08-16T03:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/?p=784"},"modified":"2025-10-08T09:44:36","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T09:44:36","slug":"latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Latest Changes in MBBS Curriculum in India 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The field of medical education in India is undergoing a significant transformation to keep pace with global standards and evolving healthcare needs. The <\/span><b>National Medical Commission (NMC)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> introduced major updates to the <\/span><b>MBBS curriculum in 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, aiming to produce doctors who are not only academically sound but also clinically skilled, empathetic, and practice-ready. The new framework emphasizes a <\/span><b>Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> model, with a greater emphasis on hands-on training and the integration of clinical exposure from the early stages of learning. This shift is designed to reduce rote learning and encourage practical understanding, teamwork, and professional responsibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Overview_of_the_New_MBBS_Curriculum\" >Overview of the New MBBS Curriculum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Competency-Based_Medical_Education_CBME_Approach\" >Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) Approach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Integration_of_Clinical_Exposure_from_the_First_Year\" >Integration of Clinical Exposure from the First Year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Revised_Subjects_and_Updated_Syllabus_Structure\" >Revised Subjects and Updated Syllabus Structure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Focus_on_Skill-Based_and_Practical_Training\" >Focus on Skill-Based and Practical Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Internship_Practical_Training_Modifications\" >Internship &amp; Practical Training Modifications<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Impact_on_Students_and_Medical_Colleges\" >Impact on Students and Medical Colleges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bvkgroup.org\/blog\/latest-changes-in-mbbs-curriculum-in-india-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Overview_of_the_New_MBBS_Curriculum\"><\/span><b>Overview of the New MBBS Curriculum<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The updated 2025 MBBS curriculum introduces structural, pedagogical, and evaluation-related changes. Instead of focusing purely on textbook-based knowledge, the curriculum now prioritizes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Competency development<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 ensuring students can apply theoretical knowledge in real-life healthcare situations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Early clinical exposure<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 students interact with patients from the first year itself.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skill-based learning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 more emphasis on practical procedures and simulation labs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Holistic education<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 integrating communication skills, ethics, community health, and research.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This new approach aims to produce <\/span><b>\u201cIndian Medical Graduates\u201d (IMGs)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who can confidently and compassionately handle primary, secondary, and emergency care.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Competency-Based_Medical_Education_CBME_Approach\"><\/span><b>Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) Approach<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>CBME approach<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, initially introduced in 2019, underwent a full restructuring and strengthening in 2025. In CBME:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students are assessed on <\/span><b>competencies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, not just exam performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning outcomes are <\/span><b>clearly defined<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 for example, being able to perform CPR or interpret an ECG rather than just memorizing the theory.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More <\/span><b>formative assessments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including regular skill checks, case-based discussions, logbooks, and OSCEs (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations), are included.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emphasis is placed on <\/span><b>communication skills, professionalism, and ethics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, all of which are crucial for effective doctor-patient relationships.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shift ensures that students don\u2019t just become exam-oriented but are <\/span><b>job-ready doctors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by the time they graduate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Integration_of_Clinical_Exposure_from_the_First_Year\"><\/span><b>Integration of Clinical Exposure from the First Year<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditionally, MBBS students spent their first year primarily on pre-clinical subjects (Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry) with little patient interaction. Under the <\/span><b>2025 curriculum<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, students:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin <\/span><b>clinical exposure right from the first year<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through hospital visits, patient shadowing, and case demonstrations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply concepts of Anatomy and Physiology in real-life clinical scenarios (e.g., understanding the physiology of blood pressure while interacting with hypertensive patients).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in <\/span><b>community postings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> early, helping them understand the challenges of rural and public health.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach bridges the gap between <\/span><b>theory and practice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, building confidence in students from the outset.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Revised_Subjects_and_Updated_Syllabus_Structure\"><\/span><b>Revised Subjects and Updated Syllabus Structure<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The subject structure of MBBS has been redefined to make learning more integrated and less fragmented.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key changes include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pre-clinical and Para-clinical subjects<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine) are now taught with <\/span><b>clinical relevance,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rather than in isolation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction of new modules on <\/span><b>digital health, telemedicine, artificial intelligence in healthcare, and medical research methodology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthening of <\/span><b>Ethics and Communication modules<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Attitude, Ethics, and Communication or AETCOM).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revised syllabus in <\/span><b>Community Medicine<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a focus on preventive healthcare, nutrition, and epidemiology.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Updated <\/span><b>clinical postings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to provide broader exposure to emerging fields like critical care, emergency medicine, and geriatrics.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ensures students stay aligned with <\/span><b>modern medical advancements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while retaining the core foundation of medicine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_Skill-Based_and_Practical_Training\"><\/span><b>Focus on Skill-Based and Practical Training<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the highlights of the 2025 MBBS curriculum is the shift toward <\/span><b>practical skill-building<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Key initiatives include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skill labs and simulation-based training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where students can practice procedures (injections, suturing, catheterization, CPR) in a controlled environment before performing them on real patients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mandatory logbooks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where students record competencies achieved, verified by faculty.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greater emphasis on <\/span><b>problem-based learning (PBL)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 solving case studies and group discussions rather than relying only on lectures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practical examinations (OSCE, OSPE) are now given more weightage than theory exams.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This change reduces dependency on rote memorization and ensures students are <\/span><b>hands-on practitioners<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internship_Practical_Training_Modifications\"><\/span><b>Internship &amp; Practical Training Modifications<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>internship year (Compulsory Rotating Internship)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has also been redesigned in 2025. Some changes include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longer duration and <\/span><b>greater emphasis on rural health postings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to encourage doctors to understand and serve underserved areas.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased <\/span><b>responsibility in clinical duties<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with interns handling supervised procedures, documentation, and patient counseling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integration of <\/span><b>emergency and critical care training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> during internship.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory <\/span><b>electives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allow students to explore fields like research, public health, or global health exposure.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This ensures that by the time an MBBS graduate completes the course, they have <\/span><b>practical, real-world clinical experience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and can handle primary-level healthcare independently.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Impact_on_Students_and_Medical_Colleges\"><\/span><b>Impact on Students and Medical Colleges<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2025 MBBS curriculum changes will have a <\/span><b>significant impact<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on both students and institutions:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>For Students:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They will develop into more <\/span><b>confident and competent doctors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ready for real-world challenges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early patient exposure reduces the \u201ctheory-practice gap.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The curriculum is more <\/span><b>stressful initially<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to clinical exposure and continuous assessments, but ultimately makes students more capable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students will need to adapt to <\/span><b>self-directed learning, teamwork, and effective communication skills<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in addition to their academic studies.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>For Medical Colleges:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colleges must invest in <\/span><b>skill labs, simulation centers, trained faculty, and digital tools to enhance their educational offerings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teaching methodologies will shift from lectures to <\/span><b>interactive, case-based, and skill-focused teaching<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More emphasis will be on <\/span><b>mentorship, student tracking, and holistic assessment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, the new curriculum strengthens the <\/span><b>quality of medical education in India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and aligns it with global best practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>latest changes in the MBBS curriculum in India 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> represent a landmark reform in medical education. By integrating <\/span><b>competency-based learning, early clinical exposure, skill-based training, and revised internships<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the NMC ensures that graduates are not only knowledgeable but also <\/span><b>clinically skilled, empathetic, and globally competitive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While these changes present challenges for both students and colleges, they ultimately pave the way for producing <\/span><b>better doctors for tomorrow\u2019s India<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014professionals who can meet the nation&#8217;s growing healthcare demands with competence and compassion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-section\">\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>What is the major change in the MBBS curriculum introduced in 2025?<\/summary>\n<p>The most significant change is the full adoption of the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) approach, which emphasizes practical skills, clinical exposure, and patient care over rote learning.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>\u00a0When will students start clinical exposure under the new curriculum?<\/summary>\n<p>Unlike the older curriculum, where clinical postings began in the second year, students will now be exposed to patients and clinical settings from the first year of MBBS.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>Have the MBBS subjects been revised in 2025?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, subjects have been reorganized to reduce overlap and enhance integration. For example, basic sciences such as anatomy, biochemistry, and physiology are now closely linked with clinical subjects to enhance understanding.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>What changes have been made to internships under the new system?<\/summary>\n<p>Internships are now more structured, focusing on hands-on training, emergency care, and rural health services, ensuring students graduate with stronger real-world medical skills.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>How does the new curriculum help MBBS students prepare for NEET-PG or NEXT exams?<\/summary>\n<p>Since the revised curriculum is competency-based and clinically oriented, it aligns more closely with the NEXT (National Exit Test), which assesses practical knowledge and clinical decision-making.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>Will medical colleges face challenges in implementing the new curriculum?<\/summary>\n<p>Yes, many colleges need additional infrastructure, simulation labs, trained faculty, and updated teaching methodologies to implement the CBME approach fully.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>\u00a0How does the updated curriculum ultimately benefit patients?<\/summary>\n<p>With doctors trained in practical skills, early clinical exposure, and better communication abilities, the healthcare system will see improved patient care and safety.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-box\">\n<details>\n<summary>Does the new MBBS curriculum increase the workload for students?<\/summary>\n<p>While it may feel intensive due to early clinical exposure and skill-based training, the new approach ensures students learn effectively through application and practice, making them better prepared for their careers.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style>\n  .faq-section {<br \/>    max-width: 900px;<br \/>    margin: 20px auto;<br \/>    font-family: Inter, Arial, sans-serif;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  .faq-box {<br \/>    border: 1px solid #e6e9ef;<br \/>    border-radius: 8px;<br \/>    margin-bottom: 12px;<br \/>    padding: 12px 14px;<br \/>    background: #fbfdff;<br \/>    transition: box-shadow .15s ease;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  .faq-box:hover {<br \/>    box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(11,37,69,0.06);<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  details {<br \/>    font-size: 15px;<br \/>    color: #23303f;<br \/>    line-height: 1.6;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  summary {<br \/>    font-weight: 600;<br \/>    font-size: 16px;<br \/>    color: #0b2545;<br \/>    cursor: pointer;<br \/>    list-style: none;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  details[open] summary {<br \/>    color: #1b3b73;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  summary::-webkit-details-marker {<br \/>    display: none;<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  \/* Optional: show a simple plus\/minus indicator *\/<br \/>  summary::before {<br \/>    content: \"\u2795\";<br \/>    display: inline-block;<br \/>    margin-right: 8px;<br \/>    font-weight: 700;<br \/>  }<br \/>  details[open] summary::before {<br \/>    content: \"\u2796\";<br \/>  }<\/p>\n<p>  @media (max-width: 520px) {<br \/>    .faq-section { padding: 0 12px; }<br \/>    summary { font-size: 15px; }<br \/>  }<br \/><\/style>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the major change in the MBBS curriculum introduced in 2025?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The most significant change is the full adoption of the Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) approach, which emphasizes practical skills, clinical exposure, and patient care over rote learning.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"When will students start clinical exposure under the new curriculum?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Unlike the older curriculum, where clinical postings began in the second year, students will now be exposed to patients and clinical settings from the first year of MBBS.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Have the MBBS subjects been revised in 2025?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes, subjects have been reorganized to reduce overlap and enhance integration. 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