MDCAT Registration 2024
MDCAT Registration 2024: Are you ready to pursue a medical career? The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2024 is your gateway to securing admission in top medical and dental schools across Pakistan. Here’s everything you need to know about MDCAT 2024 registration, including key dates, eligibility criteria, registration fees, and more.
PM&DC Announces MDCAT-2024 for MBBS/BDS Admissions
PAKISTAN MEDICAL AND DENTAL COUNCIL (PM&DC)
PUBLIC NOTICE
MDCAT-2024
For Admissions in MBBS/BDS Institutions
The Council is pleased to announce that the MDCAT-2024 Examination will be conducted Nationally and Internationally on 22nd September 2024 (Sunday), through Admitting Universities of all Provinces, Islamabad and Gilgit Baltistan. The paper-based exam will be conducted simultaneously at all Centres/Venues. The details of the Universities and their venues are as follows:
- Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (Islamabad, AJK & International)
- University of Health Sciences, Lahore (Punjab)
- Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences, Jamshoro (Sindh)
- Khyber Medical University, Peshawar (KPK)
- Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences, Quetta (Balochistan)
- Karakoram International University, Gilgit Baltistan
Schedule of MDCAT – 2024
Events | Schedule/Fee |
---|---|
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Starts | 15th August 2024 |
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Closes | 19th August 2024 |
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam with Late Fee Ends | 20th August 2024 |
Test Date: MDCAT – 2024 Exam | Sunday, 22nd September 2024 (at 10:00 AM) |
Late Registration Fee for Exams in Pakistan | Rs. 1,500/- (Non-refundable/non-transferable) |
Late Registration Fee for International Exam Centres | Rs. 3,000/- (Non-refundable/non-transferable) |
The test will be conducted simultaneously at all Local Exam Centres; at (10:00 AM) PST. For the test at International Centres will be indicated on the admit card.
- A candidate’s MDCAT result shall be valid for three years from the date of the exam.
- If a person retakes the MDCAT exam during this period, the person may use the highest attained result to apply to a medical or dental college.
Entry Test Cities/Stations:
MDCAT-2024 will be conducted at the following cities/stations (depending upon the viable number of applicants):
ICT | PUNJAB | SINDH | KPK | AJ&K | BALOCHISTAN | GILGIT | INTERNATIONAL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Islamabad | Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Bahawalpur, Gujranwala, Gujrat, DG Khan, Sahiwal, Sargodha, Sialkot, Sheikhupura | Karachi, Hyderabad, Jamshoro, Nawabshah, Sukkur, Larkana | Peshawar, Swat, Kohat, Haripur, DI Khan, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Bannu | Muzaffarabad, Mirpur, Pallandri | Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences, Quetta | Karakoram International University, Gilgit Baltistan | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dubai (UAE) |
Choice of Local Centre:
The candidates will be allowed to choose one city/station mentioned above as per their preference for appearance in the Entry Exam. The candidates are advised to enter at their convenience to choose the City/Station nearer to their residence. City/Station once selected cannot be changed.
MDCAT Registration 2024 ; Pattern
- The MDCAT exam will be a multiple-choice, paper-based exam conducted in the English language.
- It will consist of 200 MCQs according to the following table:
Subject | No. of MCQs | Difficulty level |
---|---|---|
Biology | 68 | Easy 20% Moderate 60% Hard 20% |
Chemistry | 54 | Easy 20% Moderate 60% Hard 20% |
Physics | 54 | Easy 20% Moderate 60% Hard 20% |
English | 18 | Easy 20% Moderate 60% Hard 20% |
Logical Reasoning | 6 | Easy 20% Moderate 60% Hard 20% |
Total | 200 |
Recall: 30%
Application: 70%
Syllabus of MDCAT – 2024
The exam is competitive and the syllabus will be available on the PM&DC website: www.pmdc.pk.
How to apply?
To apply for MDCAT 2024 candidates must visit www.pmdc.pk.
REGISTRAR
Pakistan Medical & Dental Council
G-10/4, MAUVE Area, Islamabad, Pakistan
Ph: 051-9190000 Ext: 301-302
The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) is pleased to announce that the MDCAT-2024 Examination will be conducted nationally and internationally on 22nd September 2024 (Sunday).
MDCAT 2024 Registration & Fee Details
The PMDC has announced the MDCAT Registration Fee for 2024 at Rs. 8,000 for candidates taking the exam in Pakistan. For international candidates, the fee is set at Rs. 40,000. Registration is open until August 19, 2024, with a late registration option available until August 26, 2024, at an additional cost. The exam is scheduled for September 22, 2024, and will be held across various cities in Pakistan as well as in international locations including Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
The exam will be organized by Admitting Universities across all provinces, including Islamabad and Gilgit Baltistan. The paper-based exam will be conducted simultaneously at all designated centres. Below are the details of the universities and their respective venues:
- Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (Islamabad, AJK & International)
- University of Health Sciences, Lahore (Punjab)
- Khyber Medical University (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa)
- Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi (Sindh)
- Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences, Quetta (Balochistan)
- Karakoram International University Kondoss, Gilgit Baltistan
MDCAT Registration – 2024 [Schedule]
Events | Schedule/Fee |
---|---|
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Starts | 5th August 2024 |
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Ends | 19th August 2024 |
Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam with Late Fee Ends | 20th to 26th August, 2024 |
MDCAT – 2024 Exam
Date: Sunday, 22nd September 2024 (at 10:00 AM PST)
The test will be conducted simultaneously at all Local Exam Centres at 10:00 AM PST. The time for International Centres will be indicated on the admit card.
Registration Fee for Exam in Pakistan | Rs.8,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable) |
Late Registration Fee for Exams in Pakistan | Rs.12,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable) |
Registration Fee for International Exam Centres | Rs. 40,000 (Non-refundable/Non-transferable) |
Late Registration Fee for International Exam Centres | Rs.50,000 (Non-refundable/Non-transferable) |
Note:
- A candidate’s MDCAT result shall be valid for three years from the date of the exam.
- If a person retakes the MDCAT exam during this period, the highest attained result may be used to apply to a medical or dental college.
Entry Test Cities/Stations
MDCAT-2024 will be conducted at the following cities/stations (depending upon the viable number of applicants):
ICT | PUNJAB | SINDH | KPK | AJK & GILGIT BALTISTAN | BALOCHISTAN | INTERNATIONAL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Islamabad | Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, Sahiwal, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Gujrat, Rahim Yar Khan | Karachi, Jamshoro, Hyderabad, Shaheed Benazirabad, Larkana, Sukkur | Peshawar, Mardan, Swat, Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan, Abbottabad, Lower Dir | Muzaffarabad, Mirpur, Rawalpindi, Rawalakot, Karakoram International University Kondoss Gilgit Baltistan | Quetta | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Dubai (UAE) |
Choice of Local Centre for MDCAT
The candidates are directed to choose one city/station mentioned above as per their preference for appearance in the Entry Exam. The candidates are advised for their convenience to choose the City/Station nearest to their residence. City/Station once selected cannot be changed.
Pattern of MDCAT – 2024
The MDCAT exam will be a multiple-choice, paper-based exam conducted in the English language. It will consist of 200 MCQs according to the following weightage:
Subject | No. of MCQs |
---|---|
Biology | 68 |
Chemistry | 54 |
Physics | 54 |
English | 18 |
Logical reasoning | 6 |
Total | 200 |
Difficulty Level
- Easy: 20%
- Moderate: 60%
- Hard: 20%
Cognition Level
- Recall: 70%
- Application: 30%
Syllabus of MDCAT – 2024
The exam is competitive, and the syllabus will be available on the PM&DC website. Visit www.pmdc.pk for more details.
How to Apply
For details of MDCAT 2024, candidates must visit www.pmdc.pk
MDCAT Registration 2024: Contact Information
Registrar
Pakistan Medical & Dental Council
G-10/4, Mauve Area, Islamabad
Ph: 051-9190000 Ext: 301-302
MDCAT Registration Fee 2024 by City
Comparing Registration Fees
MDCAT-2024: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MDCAT-2024 Exam Date?
The MDCAT-2024 exam will be conducted on Sunday, 22nd September 2024 at 10:00 AM PST.
Who is conducting the MDCAT-2024 exam?
The MDCAT-2024 exam will be conducted by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) in collaboration with the following universities:
- Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (Islamabad, AJK & International)
- University of Health Sciences, Lahore (Punjab)
- Khyber Medical University (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa)
- Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi (Sindh)
- Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences, Quetta (Balochistan)
- Karakoram International University, Gilgit Baltistan
What are the important dates for online registration?
- Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Starts: 5th August 2024
- Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam Ends: 19th August 2024
- Online Registration Portal for Entry Exam with Late Fee Ends: 20th to 26th August 2024
What is the fee structure for the MDCAT-2024 exam?
- Registration Fee for Exam in Pakistan: Rs. 8,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable)
- Late Registration Fee for Exam in Pakistan: Rs. 12,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable)
- Registration Fee for International Exam Centres: Rs. 40,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable)
- Late Registration Fee for International Exam Centres: Rs. 50,000/- (Non-refundable/Non-transferable)
What is the pattern of the MDCAT-2024 exam?
The MDCAT-2024 will be a multiple-choice, paper-based exam conducted in English. It will consist of 200 MCQs, divided as follows:
- Biology: 68 MCQs
- Chemistry: 54 MCQs
- Physics: 54 MCQs
- English: 18 MCQs
- Logical Reasoning: 6 MCQs
What is the difficulty level of the MDCAT-2024 exam?
- Easy: 20%
- Moderate: 60%
- Hard: 20%
What are the cognition levels assessed in the MDCAT-2024 exam?
- Recall: 70%
- Application: 30%
Where can I find the syllabus for the MDCAT-2024?
The syllabus will be available on the PM&DC website: www.pmdc.pk.
What are the test cities/stations for MDCAT-2024?
MDCAT-2024 will be conducted in various cities/stations across all provinces of Pakistan, including Islamabad, AJK, and International centres. Please refer to the table below for specific locations:
- Islamabad: Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, etc.
- Punjab: Faisalabad, Multan, etc.
- Sindh: Karachi, Hyderabad, etc.
- KPK: Peshawar, Mardan, etc.
- AJ&K: Muzaffarabad, Mirpur, etc.
- Balochistan: Quetta
- Gilgit: Karakoram International University, etc.
- International: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Dubai, UAE
How do I apply for the MDCAT-2024 exam?
Visit the PM&DC website at www.pmdc.pk to apply for the MDCAT-2024 exam. Detailed instructions on how to apply are available on the website.