Punjab Releases First MBBS Selection List for Government Medical Colleges

Punjab Releases First MBBS Selection List for Government Medical Colleges

The University of Health Sciences (UHS) Lahore has officially released the MBBS first merit-based selection list for admissions to Government Medical and Dental Colleges across Punjab for the 2025-26 academic session . In a significant development for thousands of aspiring doctors, the overall minimum merit threshold for open merit seats in government medical colleges has seen a notable decrease compared to last year. Candidates can now view their allocated colleges and proceed with the admission formalities, with a strict deadline for fee submission and joining set for December 12th, 2025 .

A Slight Dip in the Overall Merit Threshold

According to an official spokesperson from UHS, the first MBBS selection list has been published on the university's official website (www.uhs.edu.pk). The data reveals that the minimum merit required to secure an open merit seat in any government medical college in Punjab this year stands at 93.6273 percent . This marks a decrease from last year's (2024) minimum merit , which was 94.3621 percent . The shift indicates a highly competitive yet marginally adjusted entry point for the province's top medical aspirants.

College-Wise Breakdown: King Edward Medical University Leads the Pack

As anticipated, the historic King Edward Medical University (KEMU) in Lahore maintains its position as the most sought-after institution, boasting the highest merit of 94.9167 percent . It is closely followed by other major Lahore-based colleges, with Allama Iqbal Medical College at 94.4955 percent and Services Institute of Medical Sciences at 94.2727 percent.

The merit lists for other prominent institutions across Punjab are as follows:

• Nishtar Medical College, Multan: 94.1955%

• Amir-ud-Din Medical College, Lahore: 94.0788%

• Rawalpindi Medical University: 93.997%

• Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore: 93.8697%

• Punjab Medical College, Faisalabad: 93.8652%

• Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur: 93.8111%

• Gujranwala Medical College: 93.7879%

• Sahiwal Medical College: 93.7636%

• Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College, Sialkot: 93.7364%

• Nawaz Sharif Medical College, Gujarat: 93.7091%

• Sargodha Medical College: 93.6899%

• DG Khan Medical College: 93.6596%

• Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan: 93.6394%

• Narowal Medical College: 93.6273%

Crucial Steps for Selected Candidates: Fee Submission and Joining

Candidates who find their names on the first selection list must act promptly to confirm their admission. The following steps are mandatory:

1. Download Fee Challan: Selected candidates must log in to the UHS online admission portal to download their specific college fee challan.

2. Fee Payment: The annual tuition fee for government medical colleges in Punjab is set at Rs. 18,000 . This fee must be deposited in the designated bank as per the challan instructions.

3. Submit Written Joining: After fee submission, candidates must physically report to their allocated medical college and submit a written joining statement to the administration.

4. Admission Confirmation: Only those candidates who complete both fee submission and submit the written joining will be considered formally admitted . Failure to complete either step will result in the forfeiture of the seat.
   

Important Deadline and UHS Facilitation Measures

The university has set a firm deadline for these formalities. The last date for submission of the fee and the written joining is December 12th, 2025. To ensure a smooth process, the Vice-Chancellor of UHS has directed all affiliated government medical colleges to establish special facilitation desks on their premises to guide and assist candidates.

What's Next? The Second Selection List

For candidates who did not make it to the first list or who wish to await other options, the second selection list is scheduled to be released on the evening of December 12th, 2025 , immediately after the deadline for the first list expires. This list will fill seats vacated by candidates who did not join from the first list.

Background: The Scale of Admissions

The competition is for a total of 3,121 open merit MBBS seats distributed across 17 government medical colleges in Punjab. The release of the merit list is the culmination of a rigorous process based on candidates' aggregate marks from their intermediate (F.Sc.) examinations and the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) .

The release of the first MBBS selection list by UHS marks a critical milestone in Punjab's medical admissions process. With a slightly relaxed minimum merit this year, many aspirants have secured coveted seats. However, the real test now lies in adhering to the critical December 12 deadline for fee and joining submission . Selected candidates are advised to complete the requirements without delay to secure their future in the medical profession. All stakeholders are encouraged to rely solely on the official UHS website and portals for authentic information and updates.