Last Updated: 30 October 2026 | Source: PMDC public notice “Opening of Online Registration Portal for MDCAT-2026” (pmdc.pk), checked 30 October 2026
Quick answer: MDCAT 2026 registration is closed. Under PMDC’s public notice, online registration ran from 22 June to 8 July 2026 (late registration until 13 July 2026), the fee was Rs 9,000 (Rs 13,000 late) for centres in Pakistan and Rs 45,000 (Rs 55,000 late) for the Riyadh centre, and the test was set for Sunday 16 August 2026. Under PMDC’s rules for 2026 onwards, the test has 180 MCQs with no negative marking, candidates need at least 65% in FSc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent, and Matric, Intermediate and domicile must be from the province where the test is taken. Registration for MDCAT 2027 is expected around June–July 2027, based on the 2026 schedule; the official date will come from PMDC.
Table of contents (9)
- MDCAT registration 2026 — official dates and fee (PMDC notice)
- MDCAT registration 2026 — eligibility criteria
- MDCAT registration — required documents (prepare in advance)
- MDCAT registration 2026 — step-by-step process
- MDCAT registration 2026 — NUMS registration (separate process)
- MDCAT registration 2026 — A-Level students special process
- MDCAT registration 2026 — most common mistakes and how to avoid them
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Conclusion
MDCAT registration is done online through the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) — and missing the registration window means waiting an entire year for the next MDCAT cycle. Whether you are a fresh FSc 2026 graduate appearing for the first time or a repeater improving your score, the MDCAT registration 2026 process is entirely online and takes 15–20 minutes if your documents are ready. This guide covers the exact registration dates, fee structure, eligibility requirements, required documents, step-by-step registration walkthrough, NUMS separate registration, A-Level equivalency process, and the most common registration mistakes that cause students to lose eligibility.
MDCAT registration 2026 — official dates and fee (PMDC notice)
| Event | MDCAT 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online registration | 22 June – 8 July 2026 |
| Late registration closed | 13 July 2026 |
| Test date | Sunday, 16 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Fee — centres in Pakistan | Rs 9,000 (late Rs 13,000) |
| Fee — international centre (Riyadh) | Rs 45,000 (late Rs 55,000) |
| Fee refund / transfer | Non-refundable and non-transferable |
Conducting universities for MDCAT 2026: UHS Lahore (Punjab), Sukkur IBA University (Sindh), KMU Peshawar (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), BUMHS Quetta (Balochistan) and SZABMU Islamabad (Islamabad, AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan and Riyadh). Candidates could appear only in their province/region of domicile, and the test centre could not be changed after selection. (Sources: PMDC public notice; ProPakistani, 19 June 2026.)
Also readNUMS MDCAT 2026 — Registration, Aggregate Formula, Fee & Affiliated Colleges GuideMDCAT registration — required documents (prepare in advance)
- CNIC (or B-Form for students under 18)
- FSc (HSSC) result card/mark sheet — combined Part I + Part II aggregate. Results-awaiting students upload Part I result and expected marks declaration.
- Matric (SSC) result card
- Provincial domicile certificate — must match FSc board and Matric board province
- Passport-size photograph — recent, clear, against white background, 35×45mm
- IBCC equivalency certificate (A-Level students only) — takes 3–6 weeks to process. Start immediately at ibcc.edu.pk if you are an A-Level student.
- Hafiz-e-Quran certificate (if applicable) — from recognized institution, authenticated
- Bank account / payment card — for online fee payment at registration
MDCAT registration 2026 — step-by-step process
- Monitor pmdc.pk from July 2026 for the official registration announcement. PMDC publishes registration opening date 2–3 weeks in advance.
- Go to pmdc.pk when portal opens. Navigate to MDCAT 2026 Registration section.
- Create account with your CNIC/B-Form number and mobile number for OTP verification.
- Fill personal details: Full name (exactly as on CNIC), CNIC, date of birth, gender, religion, contact details.
- Select province based on your domicile. This determines your conducting university — in 2026: UHS (Punjab), Sukkur IBA University (Sindh), KMU (KP), BUMHS (Balochistan), SZABMU (Islamabad/AJK/GB).
- Enter academic details: Matric board, marks, passing year. FSc board, marks, year. Results-awaiting checkbox if FSc result not yet received.
- Select exam center city — choose nearest city in your province. In 2026 the test centre could not be changed after selection, so choose carefully.
- Upload documents: CNIC, FSc/Matric result scans, domicile, photograph. All must be clear, readable, under 2MB.
- Pay registration fee — Rs.9,000 via debit card, credit card, or bank challan. Payment confirmation generates application number.
- Submit and save application number — screenshot the confirmation page. This number is needed for admit card download.
- Download admit card from pmdc.pk approximately 2 weeks before test date. Carry original CNIC and admit card to the test center.
Conclusion
MDCAT 2026 registration ran from 22 June to 8 July 2026 (late until 13 July) with a Rs 9,000 fee (Rs 13,000 late), and the test was set for 16 August 2026. For MDCAT 2027, watch pmdc.pk from around June 2027, keep your CNIC/B-Form, Matric and FSc documents and domicile ready, and A-Level students should get IBCC equivalence early. After registration, use our MDCAT aggregate calculator 2026 to set your target MDCAT score, and our MDCAT syllabus 2026 guide for subject-wise preparation plan.
