The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) has officially announced the schedule and registration process for the NUMS MDCAT 2025. This entrance test is mandatory for all students for admission to NUMS-affiliated medical and dental colleges. It is also mandatory for students who want to join the Army Medical Corps as medical cadets. Only the NUMS MDCAT 2025, scheduled for September 14th, 2025, will be accepted for admission to the MBBS/BDS Session 2025-26.
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NUMS MDCAT 2025 Test Date
- Test Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM
NUMS MDCAT 2025 Registration Schedule
| Activity | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | June 30, 2025 |
| Deadline with Regular Fee | July 21, 2025 (by 4:00 PM) |
| Deadline with Late Fee | July 28, 2025 (by 4:00 PM) |
Registration Fee Details
| Category | Regular Fee | Late Fee |
| Pakistan Centres | Rs. 6000 | Rs. 7000 |
| International Centres | Rs. 36,000 | Rs. 46,000 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Pakistanis, Overseas Pakistanis, dual nationals, and foreign nationals are all eligible.
- Students with an F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) or A-Level (12th Grade) degree, including those awaiting results, are eligible to apply.
NUMS MDCAT Paper Pattern 2025
Part A – Academic Portion
- Subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English
- Type: 150 One-Best MCQs
- Duration: 2 hours 45 minutes
Part B – Psychological Test
- Type: 50 One-Best MCQs
- Duration: 15 minutes
Note: There will be no negative marking.
NUMS MDCAT 2025 Test Centres
National Centres
The test will take place simultaneously at the following national centres:
Islamabad, Bahawalpur, D. G. Khan, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Kharian, Lahore, Multan, Okara, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sargodha, Hyderabad, Karachi, Pano Aqil, Abbottabad, Peshawar, D. I. Khan, Muzaffarabad, and Quetta.
International Centre:
Saudi Arabia
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How to Register for NUMS MDCAT 2025
The NUMS MDCAT 2025 registration process will be conducted online through the official portal. All candidates must follow the steps below to ensure a successful submission.
Account Creation
- Sign Up on the NUMS Portal.
- Candidates must visit the official NUMS MDCAT registration portal.
- Click on “Sign Up” to begin the registration.
- Enter the full name (as per SSC/O-Level certificate).
- Provide a functional email address and double-check its accuracy.
- Select the country code and enter a valid mobile number (belonging to the candidate or parents).
- Enter the captcha and then click “Register”.
- After completing registration, the login ID and password will appear on screen.
- After logging in, click “Select Test Country”.
- Choose the country where the candidate wants to appear in the NUMS MDCAT 2025 (e.g., Pakistan or Saudi Arabia).
Fee Payment and Personal Details
- Click on “Pay Fee” to open the payment window.
- The fee can be paid through a bank challan or digital banking services.
- Once the fee is paid, return to the NUMS MDCAT homepage and refresh the page.
- The bank will update your payment status automatically.
- Upload Photo and CNIC/B-Form
- To submit a recent passport-size photograph with a blue or black background, click “Upload Images”. Selfies and unprofessional images will be rejected.
- A clear front-facing photo of a CNIC, B-Form, NICOP, or passport.
- Accepted file formats: .jpg, .jpeg, .png
- Maximum file size: 2 MB.
- Enter Personal Information & Choose Test Centres
- Click on “Update Personal Information”.
- Enter academic details for Matric (SSC) and Intermediate (HSSC) or equivalent qualifications.
- Select two preferred test cities/stations in order of priority. NUMS reserves the right to relocate candidates to other centres based on seat availability.
- Click “Save”, then click “Back to Home”.
- Select the declaration checkbox and click the “Submit Application” button.
- A confirmation message will appear on the screen: “Your application is submitted.”
Note: The entire registration process is online. No documents need to be posted. The email address and mobile number provided must be correct and functional, as NUMS may use them for official communication. All information should be verified before final submission.