MDCAT 2026 Exam Date: Confirmed 16 August 2026
The MDCAT 2026 exam date has been officially confirmed by the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC). The National MDCAT 2026 will be held on Sunday, 16 August 2026 at 10:00 AM across all designated test centers in Pakistan and at international centers. This single national test is required for admission to MBBS and BDS programs in public and private medical/dental colleges.
Complete PMDC MDCAT 2026 Schedule
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opens (mdcat.pmdc.pk) | 22 June 2026 |
| Last date, regular fee (Rs 9,000) | 8 July 2026 |
| Last date, late fee (Rs 13,000) | 13 July 2026 |
| Roll no slip / admit card | ~2-3 weeks before exam (August 2026) |
| MDCAT 2026 exam day | Sunday, 16 August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| MDCAT 2026 result | Within 2 weeks of the exam |
Why the 16 August 2026 date matters
Knowing the exact MDCAT test date lets you build a realistic study plan. With the exam on 16 August 2026, you can work backwards: complete the syllabus, then dedicate the final 3-4 weeks to full-length past papers and timed mock tests. Mark these checkpoints on your calendar so you never miss a deadline.
Reporting time & exam duration
The paper starts at 10:00 AM, but candidates must reach the center earlier (reporting time is printed on your roll no slip). The test runs for 3 hours (180 minutes) for 180 MCQs.
Is the MDCAT 2026 date the same for all provinces?
Yes. The National MDCAT is held on the same day, 16 August 2026, for Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, AJK, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad (ICT) and international students. However, each region’s test is administered by a different conducting university (UHS Lahore for Punjab, Sukkur IBA for Sindh, KMU for KPK, BUMHS for Balochistan, and SZABMU for ICT/AJK/GB/international).
What to do before exam day
- Download and print your roll no slip from mdcat.pmdc.pk.
- Visit your test center location a day earlier if possible.
- Prepare your original CNIC/B-Form and transparent stationery.
- Revise high-yield topics; attempt at least 2 full mock papers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MDCAT 2026 exam date?
The MDCAT 2026 exam is on Sunday, 16 August 2026 at 10:00 AM.
Is MDCAT 2026 on the same date in all provinces?
Yes, the National MDCAT is held on 16 August 2026 nationwide, conducted region-wise by different universities.
How long is the MDCAT 2026 exam?
3 hours (180 minutes) for 180 MCQs with no negative marking.
When will the MDCAT 2026 result come?
The result is announced within two weeks of the exam, on pmdc.pk.
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