LHC Declares PMDC MDCAT Question Paper Collection Illegal

LHC Ruling on MDCAT Question Papers

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has officially declared the practice of collecting MDCAT question papers from candidates after the examination illegal. In a significant ruling issued on October 17, 2026, Justice Ahsan Raza Kazmi directed the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to ensure that all question papers and their corresponding codes are uploaded to the official website.

What the Court Order Means for Students

The primary goal of this judicial intervention is to ensure transparency in the admission process. By keeping the question papers and answer codes available online until the finalization of admissions, students gain the ability to accurately compare their performance against the official answer keys.

The court observed that removing these papers from the public domain makes it difficult for candidates to identify potential errors or verify their results. Access to these materials is necessary for students who wish to file formal objections regarding the examination.

PMDC Compliance Requirements

Following the court's decision, the PMDC is required to:

• Upload all MDCAT question papers and codes to the official portal immediately.
• Maintain these documents on the website throughout the entire admission cycle.
• Ensure that the process remains transparent to allow for student objections.

Last checked: October 19, 2026. Please verify these updates directly through the official PMDC portal to ensure you have the latest information regarding your specific test cycle.