Punjab MBBS and BDS Admissions 2026-27: New Fee and Policy

Punjab MBBS and BDS Admission Policy 2026-27

The Punjab government has officially notified the admission policy for MBBS and BDS programs for the 2026-27 academic session. The University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore is conducting the centralised admission process for all public and private medical and dental colleges across the province.

Revised Annual Tuition Fee

A significant change for the 2026-27 session is the increase in annual tuition fees for public-sector medical and dental colleges. According to the UHS notification (numbered SO(ME-II)2-1/2026), the annual tuition fee has been raised from Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000.

• New Entrants: The Rs 50,000 annual fee applies to students admitted in the 2026-27 session.
• Existing Students: Students enrolled in previous years continue to pay the old rate of Rs 15,000.

This adjustment represents a 233.3% increase in the annual tuition component for fresh admissions. While this fee is substantially lower than charges at private institutions, students should budget for additional costs, including admission charges, hostel accommodation, and books.

Admission Eligibility and Merit

Admissions are governed by the centralised merit policy. To be eligible for consideration, candidates must fulfill the following core requirements:

• MDCAT: Applicants must have cleared the mandatory Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT).
• Academic Qualification: A minimum of 60% marks in FSc (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent examination is required for eligibility.

The merit formula remains a key factor in the selection process, with UHS managing the ranking of candidates to ensure transparency across all affiliated institutions.

Last checked: October 21, 2026

Note: Admission rules and fee structures are subject to official updates. Always verify current details through the official University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore admission portal before submitting your application.