MDCAT 2026 Result: Pass Rates, Passing Marks and How to Check
MDCAT 2026 result is out: 79.43% qualified for MBBS in Punjab and about 66% passed in KP. Passing marks, how to check and next steps.
The MDCAT 2026 result has been announced for Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The test was held on 20 September 2026, after the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) moved it from 16 August. In Punjab, 79.43% of candidates who appeared qualified for MBBS, while Khyber Medical University reported an overall success rate of about 66% in KP. You need at least 55% for MBBS and 50% for BDS.
MDCAT 2026 result at a glance
| Punjab (UHS) | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KMU) | |
|---|---|---|
| Result announced | 24 September 2026 | 24 September 2026 |
| Registered candidates | 49,202 | 38,845 |
| Appeared | 47,475 | 37,747 |
| Qualified for MBBS (55%+) | 37,708 (79.43%) | About 66% overall success |
| Qualified for BDS (50%+) | 40,457 (85.22%) | – |
| Candidates scoring 170–180 | 1,772 | 1,926 |
Sources: UHS result notification as reported by Samaa and ProPakistani; KMU figures from APP. KMU reported a single overall success ratio, so we have not split its figure into MBBS and BDS.
How Punjab candidates scored
| Marks (out of 180) | Candidates |
|---|---|
| 170–180 | 1,772 |
| 160–169 | 6,682 |
| 150–159 | 6,260 |
| 89 or below | 7,018 |
About 14,700 Punjab candidates scored 150 or more in the MDCAT 2026 result. Since public medical college seats are limited, merit for top colleges is likely to remain high, so candidates in the 150s should apply widely, including to private colleges, rather than relying on one choice.
How to check your MDCAT 2026 result
- Go to the result portal of the university that conducted your test: UHS for Punjab, KMU for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, or the admitting university for your region.
- Enter your roll number or CNIC as asked.
- Download and save your result card. You will need it for college admission applications.
Candidates from Sindh, Balochistan and other regions should check the official portal of their own admitting university, which publishes results separately.
MDCAT 2026 passing marks
The MDCAT has 180 marks. The PMDC’s qualifying marks are:
- MBBS: 55%, or 99 out of 180
- BDS: 50%, or 90 out of 180
Passing only makes you eligible. Admission depends on your merit, which combines your MDCAT score with your academic results under the admission policy of your province or university.
Why the test date changed
On 6 August 2026, the PMDC said the test had been rescheduled from 16 August to 20 September on the directions of the prime minister, to ensure a “smooth, secure and transparent” exam (Dawn). Before the change, a Senate health subcommittee had raised concerns about complaints over the test, and students in Azad Kashmir had reported registration problems during an internet shutdown.
What to do after the MDCAT 2026 result
- Keep your result card, CNIC or B-Form, and matric and intermediate documents ready for admission forms.
- Follow only official notices from the PMDC and your admitting university for admission schedules and merit lists.
- Students who plan to study medicine abroad should note that the PMDC requires them to qualify MDCAT and register with the council before going.
Need your CNIC renewed before admissions? See our NADRA CNIC renewal guide, or browse more education news.
Frequently asked questions
Has the MDCAT 2026 result been announced?
Yes. UHS (Punjab) and KMU (KP) announced results on 24 September 2026, four days after the test.
What are the passing marks for MDCAT 2026?
55% (99/180) for MBBS and 50% (90/180) for BDS.
When was MDCAT 2026 held?
On 20 September 2026, after being moved from 16 August.
