The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) has officially announced the registration schedule for the NUMS MDCAT 2024. This entrance test is compulsory for students seeking admission to medical and dental colleges affiliated with NUMS.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for NUMS MDCAT 2024, candidates must have completed their intermediate/HSSC Pre-Medical Group or an equivalent examination. Students awaiting their results, as well as A-level students, are eligible to apply. It is important to note that simply appearing for the NUMS MDCAT does not guarantee admission.
Exam Fee
The registration fees for NUMS MDCAT 2024 vary according to the exam location. The NUMS MDCAT 2024 registration fee for Pakistani exam centers is Rs 5,200, which increases to Rs 6,200 for late registrations. The fee for international exam centers is Rs 32000/-, with an additional late registration fee of Rs 42000/-. Candidates are advised to register on time to avoid additional fees and ensure their participation in the exam.
NUMS MDCAT 2024 Registration Schedule
NUMS has provided a clear timeline for the registration and examination processes. Here are the important dates:
- Registration Start Date: June 20, 2024
- Online Registration End Date: July 10, 2024
- Registration End Date with Late Fee: July 17, 2024
- MDCAT Test Date: September 1, 2024
Online registration is available for the NUMS MDCAT. Interested applicants must submit an online application on the National University of Medical Sciences website.
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Test Centers for NUMS MDCAT 2024
The test will be conducted at various centers across Pakistan and at an international center. Here are the locations:
National Center
The NUMS MDCAT will be conducted at the following places in Pakistan:
- Rawalpindi
- Sargodha
- Kharian
- Lahore
- Multan
- Bahawalpur
- DG Khan
- Faisalabad
- Gujranwala
- Karachi
- Hyderabad
- Pano Aqil
- Abbottabad
- Peshawar
- D.I.Khan
- Muzaffarabad
- Quetta
International
- Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
NUMS Affiliated Medical & Dental Colleges
The NUMS MDCAT is necessary for admission to the following medical and dental colleges:
- Army Medical College, Rawalpindi
- CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry, Lahore Cantt
- HITEC Institute of Medical Sciences, Taxila Cantt
- Foundation University Medical College, Islamabad
- Bahria University Medical & Dental College, Karachi
- CMH Multan Institute of Medical Sciences, Multan Cantt
- Wah Medical College, Wah Cantt
- CMH Institute of Medical Sciences, Bahawalpur Cantt
- CMH Kharian Medical College, Kharian Cantt
- Karachi Institute of Medical Sciences, Malir Cantt
- Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences, Quetta Cantt
- Fazaia Medical College, Islamabad
- Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College, Karachi
- NUST School of Health Sciences, Islamabad
NUMS MDCAT 2024 Exam Pattern
The NUMS MDCAT consists of two parts:
Part A:
- Biology: 35%
- Chemistry: 25%
- Physics: 25%
- English: 10%
This section will include 150 MCQs and will be conducted over 150 minutes. There is no negative marking.
Part B:
- Psychological Test: 100 MCQs
- Duration: 30 minutes
The psychological test is mandatory but does not affect the merit order.
Preparation Tips
Candidates are advised to prepare for the NUMS MDCAT 2024 based on the syllabus available on the NUMS website. Studying from textbooks and practicing previous-year question papers can greatly enhance performance.
