Admission Open in Univeersity of Health Sciences Lahore

University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore

Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) – 2026

Issuance of Admission Cards and Important Instructions for Candidates

1. Background & Test Schedule

• Reference: Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) notification dated August 16, 2026

• Organizing Body: University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore

• Test Name: Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026

• Test Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026

• Test Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM (3-hour duration)

• Test Cities: The examination will be held in the following 15 cities:

  • Lahore

  • Rawalpindi

  • Faisalabad

  • Multan

  • Bahawalpur

  • Bahawalnagar

  • Rahim Yar Khan

  • Dera Ghazi Khan

  • Sahiwal

  • Gujranwala

  • Gujrat

  • Sialkot

  • Sargodha

  • Mianwali

2. Procedure for Obtaining the Admission Card

• Availability Date: Admission cards will be available starting September 10, 2026.

• Download Method:

  • Candidates can download and print their admission cards from the official UHS MDCAT portal: https://mdcat.uhs.edu.pk

  • To access the admission card, candidates must enter their complete identification document number (CNIC, B-Form, or Passport) that was used during registration on the PM&DC portal.

  • After entering the correct information, the candidate's record will appear. Click on the "Download" button to download the admission card.

• Printing Instructions:

  • Print the admission card on plain, white A4-size paper.

  • Color printing is recommended if possible.

• Verification of Information:

  • All information mentioned on the admission card must exactly match the details provided during registration.

  • If the admission card is not generated, or if there is an error in the candidate's name, father's/guardian's name, gender, ID card/passport number, or photograph, immediately register a complaint at https://mdcat.uhs.edu.pk along with supporting evidence.

3. Important Instructions for Candidates

A. Mandatory Identification Documents

Each candidate must bring a printed copy of the admission card along with one of the following original identification documents:

Note: No candidate will be allowed entry into the examination center without any one of the above-mentioned original identification documents.

Unacceptable Documents:
The following documents will NOT be accepted as valid identification:

• CRC (Child Registration Certificate) / FRC (Family Registration Certificate)

• Birth Certificate

• Matric or Intermediate Certificate

• Driving License

• Any other document

B. Timings & Entry Policy

C. Prohibited Items (Strictly Forbidden)

The following items are strictly prohibited inside the examination center:

• Mobile phones

• Calculators

• Smartwatches

• Notes or any written material

• Weapons

• Bluetooth devices

• Handsfree / earphones

• Any other electronic or communication device

Consequences of Violation:

• Immediate expulsion from the examination.

• Cancellation of the candidate's paper under the Unfair Means Case (UMC).

• Disqualification from appearing in MDCAT for the next two (2) consecutive years.

• The candidate may also be handed over to the police for legal action if necessary.

Important: There will be NO facility available at the center for storing prohibited items.

D. Permitted Items

Candidates are allowed to bring only the following items to the examination center:

• Printed Admission Card

• Original valid ID document (CNIC, B-Form, or Passport)

• Transparent clip board

• Two (2) blue ballpoint pens

• Small transparent water bottle

E. Instructions for Parents and Guardians

• Parents/guardians are requested to drop their children off at the examination center before the test starts and then leave the premises.

• Please instruct your children not to bring any prohibited items to the examination center.

F. General Notice

• Identification Responsibility: Proving identity at the examination center is the sole responsibility of each candidate. One of the original identification documents mentioned above MUST be presented.

• Candidates presenting photocopies (without attestation) or illegible documents will NOT be allowed to take the test.

4. Additional Information

• For more detailed instructions, candidates are advised to read the "MDCAT-2026 Essentials" available on the UHS website: www.uhs.edu.pk

5. University Contact Information