MDCAT 2026 registration is officially open. The PMDC portal went live on 22nd June 2026, and the deadline is approaching fast; 8th July 2026 with the normal fee, or 13th July with the late fee. Miss this window, and you wait an entire year.
The registration process is entirely online, takes about 15–20 minutes if your documents are ready, and costs Rs. 9,000. But every year, thousands of students make avoidable mistakes that put their eligibility at risk.
This guide walks you through the complete MDCAT 2026 registration process, step by step, so you get it right the first time.
The portal is live now at mdcat.pmdc.pk. Don't wait for the last day. The PMDC website gets extremely heavy traffic near the deadline, and students have been unable to complete their registration in past years due to server overload.
For the full exam schedule, syllabus, and pattern breakdown, see the MDCAT 2026 Date & Complete Guide.
All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Payment can be made via debit card, credit card, or bank challan through designated bank branches.
Save Rs. 4,000 by registering before 8th July; there's no advantage to waiting.
Before you start the registration, confirm you meet these requirements:
Academic eligibility:
- FSc Pre-Medical (or equivalent) with 60% or above in HSSC
- Biology and Chemistry as mandatory subjects (plus Physics or Mathematics)
- Results-awaiting students (FSc Part II result pending) can register
Citizenship:
- Pakistani citizens, overseas Pakistanis, and dual nationals can register
- No age limit and no attempt limit for MDCAT 2026
A-Level / Cambridge students:
- You must obtain an IBCC equivalence certificate before applying
- The IBCC process takes approximately 4–6 weeks, so if you haven't started it, begin immediately
Foreign qualifications:
- Require IBCC equivalence certificate with at least 60% in the converted marks
Get these ready before you open the portal. You'll need to upload scanned copies during registration:
- Valid CNIC (or B-Form if under 18)
- FSc / HSSC Result Card
- Provincial Domicile Certificate (must match your FSc board province)
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph (white background, clear face)
- IBCC Equivalence Certificate (for A-Level / foreign qualification holders)
Here's exactly what to do, screen by screen:
Visit mdcat.pmdc.pk/Account — this is the direct registration page.
Fill in the registration form with the following details:
- Full Name (exactly as on your CNIC — even small spelling differences cause problems on exam day)
- Father's Name
- Identification Document — select your ID type: CNIC, B-Form (under 18), Juvenile Card, or NICOP
- CNIC / B-Form Number
- Date of Issue (of your ID document)
- Mobile Number
- Gender
- Date of Birth
- Email ID (use one you actively check — all communications go here)
- Create Password (minimum 6 characters)
- Confirm Password
- Answer a Security Question (remember this — you'll need it if you forget your password)
Click Sign Up. Your account is now created.
Go back to the portal and log in with your CNIC number and the password you just created.
Once logged in, fill in your profile details:
- City / ZIP Code
- Province
- City of Domicile (this determines your conducting university — UHS for Punjab, DUHS for Sindh, KMU for KPK, BUMHS for Balochistan)
- Select University (your admitting/test-conducting university — assigned based on your domicile province)
- Preferred Test Center (choose carefully — you cannot change this after submission)
- Education Type — FSc or A-Level
- Marks (enter your Part I marks; check "Results Awaiting" if Part II result isn't out yet)
- Board (your BISE or Cambridge board)
Upload clear, legible scans (JPEG or PDF, under 2MB each):
- Recent photograph (passport-size, white background)
- Mark sheet (FSc result card or Hope Certificate)
- Identity document (CNIC / B-Form / Juvenile Card)
- Domicile certificate
- Tick the verification checkbox
- Carefully review all your details — name, CNIC, marks, test center, uploads
- Click Submit Application
⚠️ Important: You can edit your profile and academic data only before payment. Once you pay, your data is permanently locked. Double-check everything before moving to the next step.
Click "Pay Now" on the portal. Two payment options:
- Online payment (debit/credit card)
- MCB Bank challan (print the challan, pay at any MCB branch, upload proof)
Fee: Rs. 9,000 (normal) or Rs. 13,000 (late). Keep your payment receipt / screenshot for future record.
If you're also targeting NUMS-affiliated medical and dental colleges (Army Medical College, CMH colleges, Bahria, NUST School of Health Sciences, etc.), you need to register for the NUMS MDCAT separately.
For the full NUMS breakdown, see NUMS MDCAT 2026 Officially Announced.
Many serious MDCAT aspirants register for both the National MDCAT and the NUMS MDCAT to maximise their college options. The exams are one week apart (16 Aug vs 23 Aug), so it's entirely doable.
Every year, students lose their eligibility or face problems on exam day because of avoidable errors during registration. Don't be one of them:
1. Name mismatch: Your name on the PMDC form must exactly match your CNIC — even a single character difference (e.g. "Muhammad" vs "Mohammad") can cause issues at the test centre. Double-check before submitting.
2. Wrong CNIC / B-Form: Using someone else's CNIC for registration means your admit card won't match your identity on exam day. Always use your own.
3. Blurry document uploads: If your scanned documents aren't clearly readable, they may be rejected. Use a scanner app (CamScanner, Adobe Scan) for clean scans under 2MB.
4. Ignoring the domicile-province link: Your domicile determines your conducting university and test centre options. If your domicile doesn't match your FSc board province, you may face complications — clarify this before registering.
5. Waiting until the last day: The PMDC portal crashes under heavy traffic near the deadline. Students have been locked out in past years. Register in the first week to avoid this entirely.
6. Not saving the confirmation: Your serial/reference number is your lifeline for downloading the admit card. If you lose it, recovery is painful. Screenshot everything.
7. Skipping NUMS registration: If you want a shot at NUMS-affiliated colleges, register separately at numspak.edu.pk. The PMDC registration does not cover NUMS — and the NUMS registration deadline (8 June) has already passed for regular fee.
8. A-Level students not getting IBCC equivalence: This takes 4–6 weeks. If you haven't applied to IBCC yet and the registration deadline is 8 July, you're already cutting it extremely close.
Once you've registered and paid, here's the timeline:
Now → 8 July: Registration window (normal fee). Use this time to also begin or intensify your prep. The MDCAT 2026 Syllabus is your map — know exactly what's being tested across Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, and Logical Reasoning.
After fee verification: Log in to download your admit card with your test centre, date, and roll number.
16 August 2026: MDCAT day. 180 MCQs. 3 hours. No negative marking. Bring your printed admit card + original CNIC.
23 August 2026: NUMS MDCAT (if registered separately). 200 MCQs (150 subject + 50 psychological test).
After results: Use the MDCAT Aggregate Calculator to estimate your merit and shortlist colleges. NUMS aspirants can use the NUMS Aggregate Calculator separately.
Registration is just the paperwork. The real challenge is the test on 16th August — and you have roughly 7 weeks from now. Here's how to use them:
Start with a diagnostic. Maqsad is hosting a free, timed MDCAT Diagnostic Test on 27th June — full MDCAT pattern, 180 MCQs, 3 hours. Take it to benchmark where you actually stand before building your revision plan.
Cover the syllabus systematically. Don't jump between random topics. Follow the MDCAT 2026 Syllabus topic by topic, and use MDCAT video lectures to revise chapters where your concepts are shaky.
Attend daily live classes. Live MDCAT classes give you structured, expert-led sessions Monday–Friday — covering the full PMDC syllabus with Pakistan's top MDCAT teachers.
Practice under timed conditions. Knowing the content isn't enough — you need to recall it under pressure. MDCAT practice tests with 10,000+ MCQs and full-length papers build exactly this skill.
Go all in. Ready to commit to a structured final stretch? Join Maqsad's MDCAT 2026 batch — currently at 50% off — for live classes, recorded lectures, weekly tests, and a complete MCQ bank aligned to the latest PMDC syllabus.
When does MDCAT 2026 registration open?
The PMDC registration portal opened on 22 June 2026 at mdcat.pmdc.pk.
What is the last date for MDCAT 2026 registration?
8 July 2026 with the normal fee (Rs. 9,000). The late fee window extends to 13 July 2026 (Rs. 13,000).
How much is the MDCAT 2026 registration fee?
Rs. 9,000 for test centres in Pakistan (Rs. 13,000 late). International centre: Rs. 45,000 (Rs. 55,000 late). All fees are non-refundable.
Can I register if my FSc result isn't out yet?
Yes. Check the "results-awaiting" option during registration and enter your Part I marks. Update your actual Part II marks on the portal after results are announced.
Do A-Level students need IBCC equivalence?
Yes, mandatory. The IBCC process takes 4–6 weeks — start immediately if you haven't already.
Can I change my test centre after registration?
No. Your test centre cannot be changed after submission. Choose carefully.
Is NUMS registration separate?
Yes. The PMDC registration covers the National MDCAT (16 August). For NUMS MDCAT (23 August), register separately at numspak.edu.pk.
What is the MDCAT 2026 pattern?
180 MCQs across Biology (81), Chemistry (45), Physics (36), English (9), and Logical Reasoning (9). Duration: 3 hours. No negative marking. Paper-based.
When is MDCAT 2026?
16 August 2026 (Sunday, 10:00 AM PST). NUMS MDCAT is on 23 August 2026.
What documents do I need?
CNIC/B-Form, FSc result card, Matric result card, domicile certificate, passport-size photo (white background), and IBCC equivalence (if applicable). All scans under 2MB in JPEG/PDF format.
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