PESHAWAR – Khyber Medical University (KMU) has officially announced the registration schedule for the KMU Centralized Admission Test (CAT) 2026, which is mandatory for students seeking admission to undergraduate health sciences programs offered by the university and its affiliated institutions for the academic session 2026-27.
According to the university, online registration for KMU CAT 2026 will begin on June 10, 2026. The first admission test is scheduled to take place on July 26, 2026, providing aspiring healthcare professionals with an opportunity to secure admission to a variety of degree programs.
To facilitate students and give them additional chances to improve their performance, KMU has introduced multiple test sessions for CAT 2026. Following the initial examination in July, the university will conduct two additional tests on September 20 and October 25, 2026.
The multiple-test format is expected to benefit candidates by allowing them to enhance their scores and increase their chances of gaining admission to their desired programs.
The KMU Centralized Admission Test serves as the entry requirement for numerous undergraduate health sciences disciplines offered by KMU and its affiliated institutes.
Students can apply for admissions in programs including:
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Pharm-D
BS Nursing (Generic)
BS Allied Health Sciences
BS Public Health
BS Medical Microbiology
BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics
BS Speech and Language Pathology
Occupational Therapy
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Audiology
BS Optometry
BS Clinical Psychology and Behavioral Sciences
BS Aesthetic and Skincare Technology
These programs are designed to meet the growing demand for qualified healthcare professionals across Pakistan.
To ensure accessibility for students from different regions, KMU has established examination centers in 14 cities and regions across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Islamabad.
The designated test centers include:
Peshawar
Islamabad
Swabi
Mardan
Malakand
Swat
Lower Dir
Hazara
Kohat
Bannu
Dera Ismail Khan
Haripur
Chitral
Parachinar
The widespread availability of test centers will help candidates appear in the examination closer to their home districts, reducing travel difficulties and associated expenses.
KMU has stated that students who have successfully completed FSc (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent qualification are eligible to apply for the admission test.
Additionally, students awaiting the announcement of their final examination results may also register for CAT 2026, enabling them to participate in the admission process without delay.
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Candidates can complete their registration online through the KMU CAT portal. Applicants are required to create an account, choose their preferred test date, select an examination center, and submit the prescribed fee.
The university has informed students that the registration fee can be deposited through any branch of the Bank of Khyber.
Prospective applicants are advised to carefully review all instructions before submitting their applications to avoid errors during the registration process.
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KMU has encouraged all aspiring candidates to regularly visit the admission portal for the latest updates, important announcements, guidelines, and admission-related information.
With admissions for the 2026-27 academic session approaching, students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, rehabilitation sciences, nursing, public health, and allied health disciplines are encouraged to complete their registration well before the deadline and prepare thoroughly for the KMU CAT 2026 examination.
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