The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) has released the tentative timeline for MBBS and BDS admissions for 2024-2025. Here, you will find general information about the subject, such as an overview of the requirements, such as eligibility criteria, merit points, documents needed for admission, etc., all explained in full.
Admission Schedule 2024- 2025
Army Medical College (AMC) Online Registration: It is planned to launch on October 9024.
Private Medical and Dental Colleges Online Registration: Released on 16th October 2024 (this is tentative).
It is, therefore, essential to check through the NUMS official website occasionally as the dates may change.
Merit Determination Formula
• Entrance Test (MDCAT NUMS 2024 or equivalent international exams like MCAT (USA) or UCAT (UK)): 50%
• HSSC/FSc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent qualification: 40%
• SSC/Matriculation or equivalent qualification: 10%
The calculations in this merit formula guarantee that the candidates’ academic records and test performance are evaluated equally.
Who Can Apply?
The NUMS has different categories of Open Merit Seats and foreign seats, with distinctions and different rules governing each category.
Open Merit Seats
To apply under this category, candidates must meet the following requirements:
• All Pakistanis from AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan areas are eligible to apply.
• Passed MDCAT (NUMS) 2024 is mandatory for all applicants; they must have obtained 55% to be considered for MBBS and 50% for BDS.
• An applicant should have passed FSc (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent degree and should have a minimum of 60% marks in the final degree. This includes Biology, Chemistry, Physics, emetics, or any other relevant subject.
• This is particularly important, considering that before joining W&R Dte, GHQ, as Paying Cadets, the candidates have to pass the examination and enroll in the Army Medical College (AMC) on open merit through the NUMS online website.
Foreign Seats
For candidates applying under the foreign seats category:
• They could only be Dual Nationals (Pakistan origin) or Overseas Pakistanis.
• Applicants must have passed the HSSC/12th grade OR equivalent examination and submit a Certificate from the last institution attended by any foreign country.
• An aggregate of 60% in the Pre-Medical group subjects (biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics).
• The university requires at least 55% in MDCAT (NUMS) for MBBS and 50% for BDS or MCAT (USA) or UCAT (UK) score.
Fee Structure
All applicants should visit the college websites to learn about the new fee structure for MBBS and BDS programs. This is crucial for financial planning because the fee details also differ from college to college.
Essential Documents to be Produced at Admission
Applicants must prepare the following documents for the admission process:
• Passport-sized photograph
• Photocopy of the Candidate’s and Father’s CNIC/NICOP/Passport
• Domicile certificate wherever required
• Original SSC Mark sheet and Certificate attested by IBCC.
• Certified/mark sheet of HSSC duly attested by IBCC
• Other Advanced Level Certificates (O/A Level) and equivalency of the International Baccalaureate Certificate and Credit (IBCC) (if available).
• MCAT/UCAT test score of the year 2024, Result of NUMS (MDCAT)
• Foreign seat applicants require the Certificate from the last attended institution.
• The recognition of foreign degrees/qualifications shall be done according to HED policy and guidelines, as mentioned in section 1. Candidates having foreign qualifications/qualifications other than A-level, IB, and American/Canadian grade l0/12 must provide an Equivalence certificate from IBCC.
Medical & Dental Colleges associated with NUMS
NUMS is currently responsible for conducting admission tests for some of its allied and military medical and dental colleges. Some notable ones include:
Medical Colleges
• Wah Medical College, Wah Cantt
• HITEC Institute, Taxila Cantt
• CMH Lahore Medical College, Lahore Cantt
• Foundation University Medical College, Islamabad
Dental Colleges
• CMH Lahore, Lahore Cantt
• HITEC Dental College, Taxila Cantt
• Foundation University, Islamabad
Conclusion
NUMS provides a premier opportunity for students who want to enjoy a successful career as medical and dental practitioners. Due to the solid and comprehensive merit-based process and many affiliated colleges, NUMS offers excellent practice for national and international students. Applicants are advised to check the following General and objective Eligibility criteria for NUMS, summarize documents, and contact the official NUMS website for more information on the Application Procedure.
