The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially announced the date for the MDCAT 2024, the entrance exam for admissions into MBBS and BDS programs across Pakistan.
This year’s examination is set to be held on September 22, 2024. Here’s everything you need to know to prepare for this crucial test.
Exam Schedule and Centers
The MDCAT 2024 will be conducted nationwide, with centers available in all provinces, Islamabad, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
International students can also take the exam at designated centers abroad.
The test will start at 10:00 AM (PST) and will be administered simultaneously across all locations.
Exam Centers in Pakistan:
• Punjab: Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpur, Rawalpindi, Sahiwal and DG Khan
• Sindh: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur,Jamshoro, Larkana and Shaheed Benazirabad
• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Peshawar, Mardan, Kohat, Dera Ismail Khan
• Balochistan: Quetta
• Islamabad: Islamabad
• Gilgit-Baltistan: Gilgit
International Centers:
• Saudi Arabia: Riyadh
• UAE: Dubai
Registration Details
Online Registration Starts: August 5, 2024
Online Registration Ends: August 19, 2024
Late Registration: August 20 to August 26, 2024
Fees
For Pakistani Centers:
Regular Registration: Rs. 8,000
Late Registration: Rs. 12,000
For International Centers:
Regular Registration: Rs. 40,000
Late Registration: Rs. 50,000
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The MDCAT 2024 will be a paper-based, multiple-choice exam conducted in English. It will consist of 200 MCQs covering the following subjects:
• Biology: 68 questions
• Physics: 54 questions
• Chemistry: 54 questions
• English: 18 questions
• Logical Reasoning: 6 questions
The exam will test various levels of difficulty and cognition, from easy recall to logical reasoning.
For detailed information about the syllabus, candidates should visit the PMDC website at (http://www.pmdc.pk).
Important Notes
1. Validity of Results: MDCAT results are valid for three years from the date of the exam. If you retake the exam, you can use the highest score achieved for your medical or dental college applications.
2. Center Selection: Candidates are advised to select a test center nearest to their residence. Once chosen, the center cannot be changed.
Conclusion
Preparing for the MDCAT 2024 is a significant step towards a medical or dental career. Ensure you register on time and review the syllabus thoroughly. For more updates and details, keep an eye on the official PMDC website.
