MDCAT 2026 Registration Opens Today — Deadline, Fee, Documents and How to Apply

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Introduction

MDCAT 2026 registration is now open. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) officially launched the registration portal today, June 22, 2026, at mdcat.pmdc.pk. If you are planning to apply for MBBS or BDS admission this year, your registration window starts now.

The exam is scheduled for August 16, 2026 — that gives you less than eight weeks between registration and exam day. Do not treat this as background news. Act on it today.

This guide covers everything you need: the official schedule, fee structure, eligibility rules, required documents, and a step-by-step registration walkthrough. There are no estimates here — all dates and figures are sourced directly from the PMDC public notice.

MDCAT 2026 Official Schedule

Source: PMDC Public Notice, June 2026. Admit card release date is an editorial estimate based on past PMDC cycles — verify the official date at pmdc.pk closer to July.

Who Can Apply for MDCAT 2026?

PMDC has set clear eligibility rules. Before you register, confirm you meet all of these:

•       At least 60% marks in HSSC (FSc Pre-Medical) or an equivalent qualification

•       Biology and Chemistry must be included as subjects — Physics or Mathematics as the third science

•       Valid CNIC (students 18 and above) or B-Form (students under 18)

•       Students under 18 must also have a valid Juvenile Registration Certificate (JRC) issued by NADRA — this is a new 2026 requirement

•       A-Level students must have an IBCC equivalence certificate before applying

•       Result-awaiting candidates (FSc Part 1 or Part 2 result pending) can also apply

•       No age limit and no attempt limit for MDCAT 2026

If your FSc result is not yet announced, you can still register. PMDC allows result-awaiting students to sit the test.

MDCAT 2026 Registration Fee

All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Pay on time to avoid the late fee.

Do not pay the regular fee after July 8. Late applications require the higher Rs. 13,000 fee. The portal closes on July 13 — no exceptions have been confirmed after that.

Documents Required for MDCAT 2026 Registration

Prepare all of these before you open the registration portal. Uploading wrong or unclear files is the most common reason for registration delays.

•       CNIC (if you are 18 or above) — scanned, clearly readable

•       B-Form (if you are under 18) — scanned, clearly readable

•       JRC — Juvenile Registration Certificate from NADRA (only for students under 18; new 2026 requirement)

•       Matric / SSC certificate — bearing your photograph

•       FSc result card or Hope Certificate — FSc Part 2 or Part 1 result

•       Domicile certificate — must match your province of domicile

•       Passport-size photograph — recent, formal background

•       IBCC equivalence certificate — only for A-Level / O-Level students

File size: keep each file under 2 MB in JPEG or PDF format. Take clear scans in good lighting — blurred images will cause your application to be flagged.

How to Register for MDCAT 2026 — Step-by-Step

PMDC has moved entirely to online registration. There is no offline form, no manual challan pick-up from offices, and no walk-in registration.

1.    Open the official PMDC registration portal at mdcat.pmdc.pk

2.    Click 'New Registration' and enter your CNIC or B-Form number, email address, and mobile number

3.    Create a secure password — save it immediately. You will need it to log back in

4.    Verify your email address using the link sent to your inbox

5.    Log in and fill in your personal information: full name (as on CNIC), father's name, date of birth, gender, domicile, and complete address

6.    Enter your academic details: Matric marks, FSc marks (or Hope Certificate), and board name

7.    Upload scanned copies of all required documents listed above

8.    Select your preferred test city — this cannot be changed after submission. Students must appear in their province of domicile

9.    Pay the registration fee through the challan generated in the portal — use your bank's online or branch service

10.  Submit the application and take a screenshot of every confirmation page

11.  Download and save your registration confirmation slip

After the fee is confirmed, your application is locked. Name, CNIC, city, and contact details cannot be changed. Double-check everything before you hit submit.

Test City and Province Rule

PMDC follows a strict province-of-domicile rule for test centres. You must sit the exam in your province. If your domicile is from Punjab, you cannot select Karachi as your test centre.

One exception: Candidates with a Sindh domicile may also select Islamabad as a test centre. This is confirmed in the official PMDC notice. All other provinces must select within their domicile region.

The test city list is based on demand. If applicant numbers in a city are low, PMDC may shift candidates to the nearest available centre. Select the city closest to your home to reduce travel risk.

MDCAT 2026 Exam Pattern

The test format has not changed from 2025.

•       Total questions: 180 MCQs

•       Format: Paper-based (not computer-based)

•       Language: English only

•       Negative marking: None — attempt every question

•       Subject breakdown: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English, and Logical Reasoning (as per PMDC syllabus uploaded at pmdc.pk)

No negative marking means one thing: never leave a question blank. An educated guess gives you a chance at marks. An empty answer gives you zero.

New in 2026: The JRC Requirement You Cannot Miss

If you are under 18 on the exam date (August 16, 2026), PMDC requires you to submit a Juvenile Registration Certificate (JRC) issued by NADRA — in addition to your B-Form.

This is a confirmed 2026 addition. It was not required in previous years. Many students are not aware of it, and some MDCAT preparation platforms have not updated their guides yet.

If you do not have a JRC and are under 18:

•       Visit your nearest NADRA office or use NADRA's online portal

•       Apply for a JRC immediately — processing can take 7 to 14 days

•       Do not submit your MDCAT application without the JRC if you are under 18

Do not assume your B-Form is enough. PMDC's public notice specifically lists JRC as a separate, mandatory document for students under 18.

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FAQ — MDCAT 2026 Registration

When does MDCAT 2026 registration open?

MDCAT 2026 registration opened on June 22, 2026 at mdcat.pmdc.pk. This is the official launch date confirmed by PMDC.

What is the last date to register for MDCAT 2026?

The last date for regular-fee registration is July 8, 2026. The late-fee window closes on July 13, 2026. No registration is accepted after July 13.

What is the MDCAT 2026 registration fee?

The regular fee for test centres in Pakistan is Rs. 9,000. The late registration fee is Rs. 13,000. For the international centre in Saudi Arabia, regular fee is Rs. 45,000 and late fee is Rs. 55,000. All fees are non-refundable.

What is the MDCAT 2026 exam date?

MDCAT 2026 will be held on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST. The exam is paper-based with 180 MCQs and no negative marking.

What is a JRC and do I need it for MDCAT 2026?

JRC stands for Juvenile Registration Certificate, issued by NADRA. Students under 18 years of age must submit it along with their B-Form. This is a new requirement introduced for MDCAT 2026. If you are under 18, apply for your JRC at a NADRA office before registering.

Can result-awaiting students apply for MDCAT 2026?

Yes. Students who have appeared in FSc Part 2 but are awaiting results can register and sit MDCAT 2026. You will need to upload a Hope Certificate or result card from your board.

Can I change my test city after submitting the MDCAT form?

No. PMDC confirms that the test city, once selected and submitted, cannot be changed. Choose carefully — you must also select a city within your province of domicile.

Is MDCAT 2026 paper-based or computer-based?

MDCAT 2026 is paper-based (pen and paper). It is not a computer-based test. The exam consists of 180 MCQs in English.

Is there negative marking in MDCAT 2026?

No. There is no negative marking in MDCAT 2026. Attempt every question. Leaving a question blank guarantees zero marks on that item — an informed guess gives you a chance.

Where do I register for MDCAT 2026?

Register at the official PMDC portal: mdcat.pmdc.pk. Do not use any third-party site or agent. PMDC has warned students against fake registration links.

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Conclusion

MDCAT 2026 registration is open from today, June 22. You have until July 8 to register at the standard fee of Rs. 9,000. After that, you pay Rs. 13,000 and the window closes on July 13.

Key things to handle right now:

•       Go to mdcat.pmdc.pk and start your application today

•       Get your JRC from NADRA if you are under 18 — this is new in 2026 and takes time

•       Have your documents scanned and ready before you open the form

•       Choose your test city carefully — you cannot change it later

•       Start your 8-week preparation plan from today — August 16 is not far

The exam is on August 16. Every day between now and July 8 is a registration day. Every day between now and August 16 is a preparation day. Use both wisely.