Medical Aspirants Alert: PMDC Sets MDCAT 2026 Date

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially released the schedule for the Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026, confirming the nationwide examination date through a formal public notification. According to the announcement issued on Monday, the MDCAT 2026 will be held across Pakistan on Sunday, August 16, 2026, marking an important milestone for students aiming to enter medical and dental institutions. The council also clarified that the upcoming exam will be conducted in accordance with the MDCAT curriculum and syllabus already prescribed for 2025, ensuring consistency in academic standards and uniform evaluation criteria across all provinces and testing centres. PMDC has advised all aspiring candidates and educational institutions to stay updated through its official website for any further instructions, guidelines, or changes related to the examination process, registration requirements, and test arrangements. The official notification was issued by the registrar of PMDC from Islamabad, confirming the finalized schedule and reinforcing the council’s commitment to transparency and standardization in medical admissions. With the announcement now public, students across the country have begun preparing for one of the most competitive entry tests in Pakistan’s medical education system.