The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially declared that the Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 will be held nationwide on Sunday, October 5, 2025. This announcement brings clarity for thousands of pre-medical students across Pakistan who are preparing for admission into medical and dental colleges.
MDCAT 2025 Exam Date Finalized
As per the official update, MDCAT 2025 will take place on October 5, 2025, simultaneously across the country. The test will be conducted under standardized conditions to ensure fairness and transparency.
New MDCAT 2025 Syllabus and Format Introduced
PMDC President Dr. Rizwan Taj has revealed major updates to the MDCAT syllabus and structure. The updated format is designed to better assess students’ knowledge, reasoning skills, and overall academic readiness.
Subjects Covered in MDCAT 2025:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- English
- Logical Reasoning
Exam Structure and Marking Scheme
The MDCAT 2025 exam will consist of 180 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be attempted in 3 hours. Here’s a breakdown of the revised structure:
- Total Questions: 180
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Negative Marking: ❌ None
- Difficulty Distribution:
- 15% Easy Questions
- 70% Moderate Questions
- 15% Difficult Questions
This balanced approach is aimed at fairly evaluating students across all performance levels.
Eligibility Criteria for Admissions
To qualify for admissions based on MDCAT 2025 results, students must secure the following minimum marks:
- MBBS (Medical Colleges): 55%
- BDS (Dental Colleges): 50%
New Question Bank Under Development
PMDC is currently working on creating a robust and transparent question bank in alignment with the revised syllabus. The curriculum has been developed after consultations with top educational boards, universities, and subject matter experts to ensure merit-based selection.
With the new syllabus and test format in place, students are advised to begin their preparation early. Focusing on core concepts and practicing logical reasoning will be key to success. Align your study plan with the revised guidelines to boost your chances of qualifying for top medical and dental institutions.
