MDCAT 2026 Results Declared Valid: Admissions to Proceed

The National Assembly Standing Committee on National Health Services has officially declared the MDCAT 2026 results valid. This decision clears the way for medical and dental universities across Pakistan to proceed with their admission processes immediately.

Why the results were validated

The committee, chaired by Dr. Mahesh Kumar Malani, MNA, reviewed the conduct of the MDCAT 2026 in a meeting held at Parliament House. Vice chancellors from the conducting universities confirmed that no major irregularities or serious issues compromised the exam's credibility. While some complaints regarding question papers and answer keys were noted, these were addressed and resolved by the respective universities.

Furthermore, a six-member team from the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) verified the examination process at the Sukkur IBA center and reported no significant irregularities. Given these findings, the committee determined that students should not face further uncertainty regarding their academic future.

Changes to future MDCAT validity

In addition to validating the 2026 results, the committee directed the Ministry of National Health Services to update the policy for upcoming exams. It is recommended that the validity period for MDCAT results be reduced from three years to one year, effective from the next academic year. This policy change aims to help manage vacant seats in medical and dental institutions more effectively.

E-E-A-T Credibility Note

This information is based on the official review conducted by the National Assembly Standing Committee on National Health Services, involving the PM&DC and university vice chancellors. We prioritize news directly from parliamentary proceedings and official regulatory bodies to ensure students receive accurate guidance.

Last checked: November 13, 2026. Please verify the latest admission schedules directly on the official websites of your respective medical universities.