When will MDCAT 2026 results be announced?

The MDCAT 2026 examination is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026 (rescheduled by PM&DC). Official results are typically compiled and announced within 7 to 10 days of the test date, making early October 2026 the expected result window.

How is my aggregate merit score calculated for MBBS/BDS?

According to the official PM&DC regulations, the aggregate is calculated as: 10% Matriculation + 40% Intermediate (FSc Pre-Medical) + 50% MDCAT. The formula is: (Matric % × 0.10) + (FSc % × 0.40) + (MDCAT Marks / 180 × 50).

Can I apply to public medical colleges in a different province?

Generally no for general open-merit seats. Public medical colleges strictly admit candidates who possess the domicile of that respective province. However, a limited number of reciprocal seats (e.g., Punjab seats in KP or Sindh and vice versa) and federal quota seats are allocated through inter-provincial quotas managed by provincial health departments.

What happens if I don't make the first merit list?

Candidates who miss the first selection list should monitor the 2nd and 3rd upgraded selection lists. When higher-merit candidates forfeit their seats or opt for another college/BDS, seats fall vacant and the closing merit drops downward. You can also explore BDS or centralized private medical college admissions.

Is there a private medical college option if I miss public college merit?

Yes. Private medical colleges conduct centralized admissions through the designated provincial university under PM&DC supervision. Candidates must meet the minimum PM&DC qualifying cut-off (55% for MBBS, 50% for BDS). Private medical college merit is lower than public sector, but tuition fees are significantly higher.

What original documents do I need for physical admission confirmation?

You must provide original Matric/SSC Sanad and mark sheet, FSc Pre-Medical Sanad/DMC (or IBCC equivalence), official MDCAT 2026 result card, original Domicile certificate (and PRC for Sindh), CNIC/B-Form, father’s CNIC, 8–12 passport photographs, medical fitness certificate from a DHQ/teaching hospital, PKR 100/500 stamp paper surety bond, and the paid admission fee challan.

Session 2026–27Official Status (As of September 9, 2026): MDCAT 2026 is officially scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026. Results are pending; centralized admissions open in October 2026.

Exam: Sept 20, 2026

MBBS & BDS Admissions 2026–27PM&DC 50-40-10 Aggregate FormulaVERIFIED RECORD 2026

MDCAT Result 2026 & Medical College Merit Admission: PMDC Formula & Portals

Authoritative, honestly dated manual for pre-medical candidates across Pakistan. Discover the official PM&DC 50-40-10 merit calculation formula with a worked example, provincial centralized admission portals (UHS, DUHS/LUMHS, KMU, BUMHS, SZABMU), merit list rounds, and mandatory document verification.

Exam Date: Sunday, 20 September 2026Centralized Portals Open: October 2026Pass Marks: MBBS 55% (99/180) | BDS 50% (90/180)

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How to Check or Verify: MDCAT 2026 Current Status & Next Steps in Admission

As of September 9, 2026, the MDCAT 2026 examination is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, 2026, with results currently pending. Once scorecards are released, centralized admissions for public and private MBBS/BDS colleges will open across provincial university portals (UHS, KMU, DUHS/LUMHS, BUMHS, SZABMU). Merit is calculated using the mandatory PM&DC formula: 50% MDCAT + 40% FSc Pre-Medical + 10% Matric.

Official Regulatory Standard

How Your Merit Aggregate Is Calculated: The PM&DC 50-40-10 Formula

Every public and private medical college across Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, and Islamabad is legally bound by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) to utilize one uniform mathematical formula. No university is permitted to add custom interviews or internal aptitude tests for open-merit MBBS seats.

Matriculation / SSC

10%

(Matric Marks / Total) × 10

Intermediate / HSSC

40%

(FSc Marks / Total) × 40

MDCAT Score

50%

(MDCAT Marks / 180) × 50

OFFICIAL MATHEMATICAL EQUATION:PM&DC Standard

Final Aggregate = [(Matric Marks ÷ 1100) × 10] + [(FSc Marks ÷ 1100) × 40] + [(MDCAT Marks ÷ 180) × 50]

* Note: For O-Levels / A-Levels, use the Equivalence Marks Certificate issued by the Inter Board Coordination Commission (IBCC).

Worked Example: Step-by-Step Calculation for a Pre-Medical Student

Let us calculate the aggregate of a student with the following verified credentials:

Matric Score

1020 / 1100

(1020 / 1100) × 10 = 9.2727%

FSc Pre-Medical

1010 / 1100

(1010 / 1100) × 40 = 36.7272%

MDCAT 2026

162 / 180

(162 / 180) × 50 = 45.0000%

Total Calculated Final Aggregate:9.2727 + 36.7272 + 45.0000 = 91.0000%

MBBS Passing Threshold: Minimum 55% in MDCAT (99 out of 180) + 60% in FSc

BDS Passing Threshold: Minimum 50% in MDCAT (90 out of 180) + 60% in FSc

End-to-End Workflow

From MDCAT Result to College Admission: The 6 Step Process

The centralized medical admission cycle in Pakistan operates under strict administrative deadlines. Follow this 6-stage roadmap:

Centralized Medical & Dental College Admission Process (2026–27)

Follow each phase from MDCAT result card download to physical fee deposit and college joining

VERIFIED PROCESS FLOW

Download Official MDCAT Scorecard

Access mdcat.pmdc.pk or your regional university portal with your Roll Number and CNIC. Download and print multiple colored copies of your official computerized scorecard.

Step 01 of 6✓ Verified

Compute Your Exact Aggregate Percentage

Apply the official PM&DC weightage: Matric (10%) + FSc Pre-Medical (40%) + MDCAT (50%). Verify you cross the 55% MBBS (99/180) or 50% BDS (90/180) qualifying benchmark.

Step 02 of 6✓ Verified

Register on Provincial Centralized Portal

Log into your provincial admitting university portal (UHS for Punjab, KMU for KP, DUHS/LUMHS for Sindh, BUMHS for Balochistan, SZABMU for Federal). Upload scanned original documents.

Step 03 of 6✓ Verified

Lock College Preference Priority Order

Carefully rank colleges in your strict personal priority order (e.g., King Edward first, Allama Iqbal second). Once locked, preference order cannot be altered.

Step 04 of 6✓ Verified

Review Provisional Lists & File Objections

Examine the provisional merit list to verify your name, marks, domicile category, and aggregate calculation. Submit online objections within the 48-hour window if any error appears.

Step 05 of 6✓ Verified

Confirm Allotment with Documents & Fee Challan

When your name appears on the official Selection List, report physically to the designated admitting college within 3 to 5 working days with original files and deposited bank challan.

Step 06 of 6✓ Verified

Download Official MDCAT Scorecard

Access mdcat.pmdc.pk or your regional university portal with your Roll Number and CNIC. Download and print multiple colored copies of your official computerized scorecard.

Compute Your Exact Aggregate Percentage

Apply the official PM&DC weightage: Matric (10%) + FSc Pre-Medical (40%) + MDCAT (50%). Verify you cross the 55% MBBS (99/180) or 50% BDS (90/180) qualifying benchmark.

Register on Provincial Centralized Portal

Log into your provincial admitting university portal (UHS for Punjab, KMU for KP, DUHS/LUMHS for Sindh, BUMHS for Balochistan, SZABMU for Federal). Upload scanned original documents.

Lock College Preference Priority Order

Carefully rank colleges in your strict personal priority order (e.g., King Edward first, Allama Iqbal second). Once locked, preference order cannot be altered.

Review Provisional Lists & File Objections

Examine the provisional merit list to verify your name, marks, domicile category, and aggregate calculation. Submit online objections within the 48-hour window if any error appears.

Confirm Allotment with Documents & Fee Challan

When your name appears on the official Selection List, report physically to the designated admitting college within 3 to 5 working days with original files and deposited bank challan.

Provincial Portals Directory

Where to Apply: Province-by-Province Centralized Admitting Portals

Centralized admissions are managed by designated provincial public medical universities. Bookmark your home province portal:

Provincial Centralized Admitting Universities & Official Portals

Verified official admission links for public and private medical colleges across Pakistan

Official Rates

Service Type / Document	Normal	Urgent	Executive / Fast	Validity / Period
Punjab Public & Private Medical Colleges	University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore	uhs.edu.pk / admissions.uhs.edu.pk	3,400+ Public MBBS Seats	Standard
Sindh Public Medical Colleges (Regional/Zonal)	DUHS Karachi / JSMU / LUMHS Jamshoro / SMBBMU	admissions.duhs.edu.pk \| lumhs.edu.pk	Karachi & Interior District Tagged Seats	Standard
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Medical Colleges	Khyber Medical University (KMU), Peshawar	cas.kmu.edu.pk / kmu.edu.pk	Centralized Admission System (CAS)	Standard
Balochistan Medical & Dental Colleges	Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences (BUMHS)	bumhs.edu.pk	Quetta, Makran, Loralai, Jhalawan Colleges	Standard
Federal Capital (ICT), AJK, GB & Quota Seats	SZABMU, Islamabad	szabmu.edu.pk	Federal Medical College (FMC) & Quotas	Standard
National Regulatory Body & Master Scorecard	Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC)	pmdc.pk / mdcat.pmdc.pk	National Eligibility Database & Policies	Standard

Important Provincial Differences to Keep in Mind:

Punjab (UHS): Offers one unified merit list for all 16 public medical colleges. Candidates rank all colleges in their single online application.
Sindh (Regional System): Candidates apply through designated processing universities (DUHS for Karachi, LUMHS for Hyderabad/Interior, SMBBMU for Larkana) based on their district of domicile and Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC / Form-C).
KPK (KMU CAS): Uses the Centralized Admission System (`cas.kmu.edu.pk`) for both public (KMC, AMC, etc.) and private medical colleges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Balochistan (BUMHS): Handles admissions for Bolan Medical College Quetta, as well as peripheral colleges in Makran, Loralai, and Khuzdar under district quotas.

Physical Joining Dossier

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Admission Confirmation

When your name is announced in the official selection list, you are typically granted 3 to 5 working days to deposit your admission dues and submit physical files to the student affairs desk. Having these documents ready beforehand avoids panic:

1. Academic Certificates & Transcripts

Original Matriculation / SSC Sanad & DMC, plus original FSc Pre-Medical Sanad & DMC. O/A-Level candidates must provide original IBCC Equivalence certificates.

2. Official MDCAT 2026 Result Card

Official computerized printout of your MDCAT result card downloaded directly from the PM&DC portal (`mdcat.pmdc.pk`) showing your QR code.

3. Domicile & Permanent Residence (PRC)

Candidate's original computerized Domicile Certificate. Candidates in Sindh must also submit the Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC / Form-C).

4. NADRA Identity Documents

Candidate's original Computerized CNIC or Smart Card (Smart B-Form for candidates under 18), alongside father's / guardian's valid CNIC copy.

5. Medical Fitness Certificate

Certificate issued by a Medical Superintendent (MS) of a District Headquarter (DHQ) or public teaching hospital verifying physical, visual, and mental fitness.

6. Stamp Paper Affidavit & Surety Bond

Legal undertaking on PKR 100 or PKR 500 stamp paper attested by an Oath Commissioner, as prescribed in the admitting university prospectus.

Strategic Insider Knowledge

How Upward Upgrades & Multiple Selection Rounds Work

Many students mistakenly lose their allocated seats because they do not understand how the centralized upward upgrade mechanism functions. Here is the golden rule:

CRITICAL RULE: Always Deposit Fees in Your Allotted Round

If your name appears on the 1st Selection List for your 4th preference college, you MUST deposit the admission fee and confirm your seat at that 4th preference college within the deadline.

When seats in higher-preference colleges (Preferences 1, 2, or 3) become vacant in Round 2, you will automatically be upgraded upward without paying any extra fee. However, if you fail to deposit fees for your 4th preference in Round 1, your name will be permanently ejected from the entire centralized admission system.

1st Selection List

Highest closing merit. Approximately 20%–30% of allocated students surrender seats for other options or private choices.

2nd Upgraded List

Vacant seats filled by upward movement. The closing merit drops across peripheral and district medical colleges.

3rd & Final Waiting Lists

Fills remaining stray vacancies. Parallel lists for BDS and centralized private medical colleges operate simultaneously.

Frequently Asked Questions

MDCAT Result & Admission: Top Questions Answered

Clear, transparent answers addressing test results, aggregate scores, provincial quotas, and private admissions:

MDCAT 2026 & Medical College Admissions: FAQs

Official answers regarding PM&DC pass marks, aggregate calculation, and selection lists

Verified Answers

The MDCAT 2026 examination is scheduled by the PM&DC for Sunday, September 20, 2026. Following test conduction, official carbon copy keys are typically uploaded within 24 hours, and final computerized result scorecards are gazetted on mdcat.pmdc.pk and regional university portals within 7 to 10 days (early October 2026).

The Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) enforces a mandatory 50-40-10 weighted aggregate formula across all public and private medical colleges in Pakistan: Matriculation contributes 10%, Intermediate (FSc Pre-Medical) contributes 40%, and MDCAT contributes 50%. The formula is: (Matric % × 0.10) + (FSc % × 0.40) + (MDCAT % × 0.50). For instance, an applicant scoring 90% in Matric, 90% in FSc, and 90% in MDCAT secures an exact 90.0000% aggregate.

Generally no for open-merit seats. Provincial public medical and dental colleges are 100% reserved for bona-fide domicile holders of that specific province (e.g., Punjab colleges require Punjab domicile; Sindh colleges require Sindh domicile and PRC). However, there are designated Reciprocal Seats (inter-provincial quota agreements) and Federal Quota Seats managed by provincial health departments where a small number of top candidates can study in other provinces.

Do not panic. A significant percentage of candidates allocated in the 1st Selection List forfeit their seats due to selecting other institutions, financial choices, or higher university preferences. Once unconfirmed seats fall vacant, admitting universities issue the 2nd Selection List and 3rd Selection List, causing the closing merit threshold to drop downward. You can also monitor the centralized BDS merit list or apply to centralized private medical colleges.

Under PM&DC regulations, private medical and dental colleges no longer sell individual admission forms or manage independent admissions. All private college admissions are conducted strictly through the centralized online portal of the provincial admitting university (e.g., UHS in Punjab, KMU in KP). Candidates must fulfill the minimum PM&DC qualifying score (55% for MBBS, 50% for BDS). Merit is determined strictly by the central aggregate formula, though annual tuition fees are substantially higher than public institutions.

Once selected, candidates must visit the designated college within the stipulated 3 to 5 days with: (1) Original Matric Sanad & Marks Sheet, (2) Original FSc Pre-Medical Sanad/DMC (or IBCC equivalence), (3) Official MDCAT 2026 Result Card, (4) Original Domicile Certificate (and Sindh PRC/Form-C where applicable), (5) Candidate CNIC or Smart B-Form, (6) Father’s/Guardian’s CNIC, (7) 8–12 recent passport photos, (8) Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a government hospital MS, (9) Prescribed stamp-paper undertaking/affidavit, and (10) Paid bank admission fee challan.

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