Maharashtra medical authorities have initiated an investigation into alleged irregularities concerning MBBS admissions at Sindhudurg Shikshan Prasarak Mandal (SSPM) Medical College. A committee has been formed to probe complaints of excessive fee demands and alleged coercion impacting students seeking admission for the 2025-26 academic year. A crucial hearing involving all parties is scheduled for November 10, 2025 .
Investigation Initiated
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME) and the Maharashtra Admission Regulatory Authority (ARA) are jointly overseeing the inquiry. The investigation stems from a formal complaint filed by a candidate selected for the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program through the third round of admissions. This candidate reported significant financial demands made by SSPM Medical College.
Allegations of Excessive Fees
According to the complaint, the college requested fees ranging from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 8 lakh . This amount far exceeded the published refundable caution money of Rs 50,000 listed on the college’s official website. Additionally, the candidate alleged that hostel and mess charges were made compulsory, further increasing the financial burden beyond advertised costs.
Coercion and Admission Denial
The candidate also reported a serious accusation of coercion by the college administration. The complaint states that despite being selected through the Maharashtra Common Entrance Process, the candidate was denied admission after refusing to pay the inflated fees. The college reportedly demanded a total of Rs 9.2 lakh . The candidate further alleged being called to the college office, where administrators threatened and detained him until 6 PM. During this detention, the candidate claims he was forced to send an email to the CET Cell, explicitly stating he had no grievance against the college. This alleged act of coercion directly impacted the candidate’s ability to pursue their medical education and raise concerns freely.
Investigative Committee Formed
In response to these grave allegations, the Directorate of Medical Education swiftly moved to constitute an investigative committee. This committee’s mandate is to thoroughly examine the claims and gather evidence. The appointed members are:
- Anita Paritekar, Professor and Head, Department of Pharmacology, Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Government Medical College, Kolhapur.
- Pradeep Raut, Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, Rajarshi Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Government Medical College, Kolhapur.
These academic experts will review all submitted documents and statements to ascertain the facts of the matter. Committee members are entitled to standard travel and daily allowances as per their parent institution rules during the course of the investigation.
Scheduled Hearing
As part of the inquiry, both the candidate who filed the complaint and representatives from SSPM Medical College have been formally summoned. They are required to appear before the Maharashtra Admission Regulatory Authority (ARA) office on November 10, 2025 , at 2 PM . All parties must bring relevant documents and be prepared to present their statements directly to the authorities. This hearing marks a critical step in the investigation, providing an opportunity for both sides to present their case and for the committee to collect direct testimony.
College Response and Next Steps
As of the current date, SSPM Medical College has not released any official statement regarding the ongoing inquiry or the specific allegations made against its admission practices. Following the hearing, the committee will compile its findings and submit a comprehensive report to the Directorate. The report will outline the committee’s conclusions and may include recommendations for action. The objective of this investigation is to uphold transparency, fairness, and regulatory compliance in the highly competitive medical admission process across Maharashtra, protecting student interests.