1. Syllabus & Exam Structure
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has uploaded the new syllabus for MDCAT 2025 to its official website. The exam will comprise 180 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 3 hours, with no negative marking. Questions are distributed by difficulty: 15% easy, 70% moderate, and 15% difficult.
- Subjects included: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, and Logical Reasoning DawnThe Express Tribune.
- Passing criteria: Minimum 55% for medical colleges (MBBS) and 50% for dental colleges (BDS) DawnThe Express Tribune.
2. Eligibility & Domicile-Based Testing
PMDC has raised the minimum academic requirement to 65% in F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent. Additionally, candidates must take the MDCAT in their province or region of domicile to promote fairness and logistical efficiency. For overseas Pakistanis, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is the designated international testing center Dental Tribune Pakistan.
3. Exam Date & Registration Timeline
The official exam date is set for Sunday, October 5, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM Daily PakistanThe Express Tribune.
Regional Exam Conducting Bodies:
- Punjab: University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore
- Sindh: Sukkur IBA University (IBA Sukkur)
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Khyber Medical University (KMU)
- Balochistan: University of Balochistan, Quetta
- Federal Capital, AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan, Riyadh: Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU), Islamabad Daily PakistanPakistan Observer.
Registration Dates & Fees:
- Regular Registration: August 8 – August 25, 2025
- Late Registration Deadline: September 1, 2025 (with an additional late fee)
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Fees:
- Within Pakistan: Rs 9,000 (regular), Rs 13,000 (late)
- Abroad: Rs 45,000 (regular), Rs 55,000 (late) Daily PakistanThe Express Tribune.
Official Website & Resources
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PMDC official site: pmdc.pk
Visit here for official announcements, the detailed syllabus, and downloadable notices.
Summary Table
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Date | October 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM |
| Registration Period | Aug 8–25 (regular), until Sep 1 (late, with higher fee) |
| Fee Structure | Rs 9,000 (standard), Rs 13,000 (late); Abroad: Rs 45,000 / Rs 55,000 |
| Eligibility Criteria | 65% F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent |
| Syllabus & Structure | 180 MCQs, 3 hours, no negative marking; subjects: Bio, Chem, Phys, English, Logical Reasoning |
| Passing Marks | Medical: 55%, Dental: 50% |
| Domicile Rule | Must take exam in province of domicile; Riyadh is only international center |
| Official Source | pmdc.pk |
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