MDCAT 2026: Exam Pattern, Eligibility & Study Plan
Pakistan · 6 subjects · 98 topics · Updated 2026-04-06
MDCAT is Pakistan's mandatory entry test for admission to all public and private medical colleges. Conducted by PMC (Pakistan Medical Commission), it tests competency in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and English.
Live status
Verified 2026-04-24- Year
- 2026
- Subjects
- 6
- Topics
- 98
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📋 Exam Pattern
180 MCQs, 3 hours — Biology(56), Chemistry(56), Physics(44), English(24). Logical Reasoning integrated within English section. Minimum 65% score required for admission to public medical colleges.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
FSc (Pre-Medical) with minimum 70% aggregate. Candidates must have studied Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Valid MDCAT score mandatory. Pakistani nationals and foreign students can appear.
Subjects & Topics Covered — 98 topics across 6 subjects
Physics
20 topics · Measurement· Kinematics· Dynamics + more
Chemistry
20 topics · Atomic Structure· Chemical Bonding· States of Matter + more
Botany
18 topics · Cell Biology· Biochemistry· Cell Division + more
Zoology
18 topics · Introduction to Zoology· Biological Molecules· Cell Structure and Function + more
English
12 topics · Vocabulary· Synonyms and Antonyms· One Word Substitution + more
Logical Reasoning
10 topics · Analogies· Series Completion· Classification + more
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| Exam Name | MDCAT |
| Country | 🇵🇰 Pakistan |
| Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, English, Logical Reasoning |
| Total Topics | 98 |
| Official Source | https://www.pmc.gov.pk |
| Last Updated | 2026-04-06 |
Sources & References
The following Wikipedia articles provide authoritative background on MDCAT and its exam ecosystem. They are cited for E-E-A-T purposes to support the accuracy of the information presented on this page.
- [1] Medical and Dental College Admission Test — Wikipedia — Overview of MDCAT format, conducting bodies, and syllabus scope
- [2] Pakistan Medical Commission — Wikipedia — Official regulatory authority for MDCAT in Pakistan