University entrance tests
MDCAT
Pakistan's entry test for medical and dental colleges.
About MDCAT
- Mainly relevant in
- Pakistan
- Who it is for
- Pakistani students applying to medical and dental colleges.
- Before you start
- Biology, chemistry, physics and English at the level of the current syllabus. The rules change, so check the official body before you plan. Check the organiser's website for the current format, dates and rules.
- Typical length
- Preparation is usually planned over many months before the test date.
The MDCAT is the entry test for undergraduate medical and dental programmes in Pakistan. It draws on science subjects and English, and its result is combined with academic marks for merit lists. Rules and arrangements are announced by the regulator each year. Format, dates, fees and syllabus can change from year to year, so always check the organiser's current information before you register.
Check the official source
This page is a general introduction. Dates, fees, formats and syllabuses are set by the organiser and change over time, so check the official website before you register or buy materials. MDCAT official website (opens in a new tab). Our summary was last checked in October 2026.
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