DPT Admission 2026 in Pakistan: Criteria, Test & Dates

DPT Admission 2026 in Pakistan: Criteria, Entry Test, Dates and How to Apply

DPT admission in Pakistan generally requires at least 60% in FSc Pre-Medical (or equivalent), followed by the admitting university's own test, a provincial test, or merit. MDCAT is not compulsory everywhere. As of 29 September 2026, several Fall 2026 windows have already closed. The next Sindh cycle typically opens in November–December, and Punjab public-sector merit lists run from about December to May. Always confirm dates on the official notice.

Admissions in different Institutes for Dpt

Date Posted	Last Date	Institute Name	Program Name	Admission Image
11-Nov-2026	N/A	CMH Lahore Medical College & Institute of Dentistry, Lahore	Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
10-Nov-2026	18-Nov-2026	University of Health Sciences Lahore	Transitional Doctor of Physiotherapy (T-DPT)
06-Nov-2026	30-Dec-2026	Islamabad Medical & Dental College Islamabad	DPT
01-Nov-2026	04-Dec-2026	Dow University Of Health Sciences (Duhs) Karachi	Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
25-Oct-2026	06-Nov-2026	Abasyn University Peshawar	DPT - Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
20-Oct-2026	27-Oct-2026	Riphah International University	Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT
20-Oct-2026	22-Oct-2026	Bahria University Health Sciences Karachi Campus	Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
15-Oct-2026	30-Oct-2026	Northwest College Of Nursing Peshawar	DPT Physical Therapy
15-Oct-2026	22-Oct-2026	Bahria University Karachi	Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
15-Oct-2026	31-Oct-2026	Baqai Medical University Karachi	Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT

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  CMH Lahore Medical College & Institute of Dentistry, Lahore Date Posted: 11-Nov-2026 Last Date: N/A Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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  University of Health Sciences Lahore Date Posted: 10-Nov-2026 Last Date: 18-Nov-2026 Program: Transitional Doctor of Physiotherapy (T-DPT)

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  Islamabad Medical & Dental College Islamabad Date Posted: 06-Nov-2026 Last Date: 30-Dec-2026 Program: DPT

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  Dow University Of Health Sciences (Duhs) Karachi Date Posted: 01-Nov-2026 Last Date: 04-Dec-2026 Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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  Abasyn University Peshawar Date Posted: 25-Oct-2026 Last Date: 06-Nov-2026 Program: DPT - Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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  Riphah International University Date Posted: 20-Oct-2026 Last Date: 27-Oct-2026 Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT

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  Bahria University Health Sciences Karachi Campus Date Posted: 20-Oct-2026 Last Date: 22-Oct-2026 Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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  Northwest College Of Nursing Peshawar Date Posted: 15-Oct-2026 Last Date: 30-Oct-2026 Program: DPT Physical Therapy

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  Bahria University Karachi Date Posted: 15-Oct-2026 Last Date: 22-Oct-2026 Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

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  Baqai Medical University Karachi Date Posted: 15-Oct-2026 Last Date: 31-Oct-2026 Program: Doctor of Physical Therapy DPT

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Where DPT admissions stand right now

Cycles differ by institution, so a single "DPT admission date 2026" doesn't exist. Here is what the official sources show, with links.

DPT admission criteria in Pakistan

The baseline

Most institutions ask for 60% marks in FSc, A-Levels or an equivalent with pre-medical subjects from a recognised board. Some add conditions: UMT excludes a third division in matric, for instance, and Altamash sets an age band of 17 to 25.

Domicile

Provincial and public-sector admissions often require domicile. JSMU makes Sindh domicile mandatory for its entrance test, and the Sindh eligibility rules on our eligibility page say the same for DPT entry tests.

Who is not eligible

You cannot enter DPT without completing FSc (a 12-year qualification), and students from FSc Pre-Engineering or FA don't qualify. Applicants with foreign qualifications need an IBCC equivalence certificate.

Is MDCAT required for DPT? The DPT entry test in 2026

Not everywhere. MDCAT is the admission test for MBBS and BDS, and DPT policies vary by institution. In practice you'll meet three patterns:

• The university's own test. UMT, for instance, sets its own entry test with a 50% threshold, and Riphah requires its test plus an interview.

• A joint or provincial test. JSMU runs a joint test across BSN, DPT, Pharm-D and BSMT. In January 2026, 4,839 registered, 4,200 were deemed eligible, and there were 510 seats. The paper used OMR sheets and ran from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

• Merit that includes MDCAT marks. Our admissions page notes that KEMU and AIMC have counted MDCAT marks in DPT merit. AIMC's 2026 notice, however, used its own UGAT with a 50% pass mark.

NTS-NAT scores are accepted at some institutions such as Riphah but aren't mandatory. So the smart move is to read the specific notice before you register for anything.

DPT admission process: step by step

1. Pick institutions by city, fee and whether they run their own test.

2. Read the official notice for eligibility, domicile, age, and dates.

3. Register online and pay the application fee before the last date.

4. Sit the entry test (and interview, where required) on the announced date.

5. Watch merit lists. Public universities can release many lists, as KEMU's 2026 cycle shows.

6. Submit fees and documents by each list's deadline to hold your seat.

Documents you'll usually need: CNIC or B-Form, matric and FSc/A-Level result cards, domicile certificate, passport-size photographs, and an IBCC equivalence certificate for foreign qualifications. Confirm the exact list on the notice.

JSMU DPT admission 2026

JSMU lists 60% in pre-medical F.Sc/A-Levels and Sindh domicile as its baseline for the entrance test. Its DPT page shows about 90 open-merit seats plus a self-finance quota, and it indicates that admissions open each year in November or December. The page lists open-merit fees of Rs 25,000 admission and Rs 125,000 tuition, with self-finance at Rs 40,000 and Rs 220,000 per year. Treat those fees as unverified for this year, because the page appears dated. Verify on the official page before budgeting.

NUMS DPT admission 2026

We could not find a DPT intake on NUMS's own admissions page. Its Fall 2026 undergraduate window is shown as closed, and third-party listings place DPT at affiliated institutes such as Margalla Institute of Health Sciences in Rawalpindi. One outside guide says NUMS runs a separate allied-health test from its MBBS/BDS test. Check numspak.edu.pk and the affiliated institute's notice before assuming an intake exists.

DPT admission test preparation

Because tests differ, download each institution's sample paper or prospectus where offered. Most tests draw on the FSc pre-medical syllabus, so revise Biology, Chemistry and Physics first, then English. Practise timed OMR-style papers, since JSMU's format uses two hours. Keep your matric and FSc marks in view too: they count toward merit at most institutions.

Frequently asked questions

What are the DPT admission criteria in Pakistan?
Usually 60% in FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent, plus the institution's test or merit, with domicile and age rules at some.

Is MDCAT compulsory for DPT admission?
No. Some institutions include MDCAT marks in merit, while others use their own tests.

Can I get DPT admission after FA or Pre-Engineering?
No. DPT requires FSc with pre-medical subjects.

When does JSMU DPT admission open?
JSMU lists November/December as its admission month each year. Watch its official notice for exact dates.

Is there a DPT entry test at JSMU?
Yes. JSMU runs an entrance test, and in January 2026 it held a joint test for DPT, BSN, Pharm-D and BSMT.

Does NUMS offer DPT admission in 2026?
We couldn't confirm a NUMS DPT intake. Check NUMS's site and its affiliated institutes.

Is DPT admission still open for Fall 2026?
Several Fall 2026 windows have closed (for example FUSH on 14 August). Check the tracker above and each university's notice.

How long is DPT once I'm admitted?
Five years, plus a one-year house job.