About MDCAT

The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is the mandatory entry exam for students aspiring to secure admission into medical and dental colleges in Pakistan. It evaluates a student’s knowledge, problem-solving skills, and readiness for medical education.

The exam is highly competitive and tests four core areas: 

  • Biology – The largest portion, covering concepts essential for medicine
  • Chemistry – Applied and conceptual questions relevant to healthcare sciences
  • Physics – Testing analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • English & Logical Reasoning – Assessing comprehension and critical thinking

With thousands of students competing for limited seats, effective preparation and practice are key to scoring high in MDCAT and gaining admission to your desired college.

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Exam Format

MCQs Based paper

180 MCQs

Duration of the exam

180 Minutes (3 Hrs.)

Subject Wise Breakdown

• Biology: 81 MCQs (45%)

• Chemistry: 45 MCQs (25%)

• Physics:36 MCQs (20%)

• English: 9 MCQs (5%)

• Logical Reasoning: 9 MCQs (5%)

Key Features of MDCAT

• Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Conducted online at designated centers.

• Language: English

• Syllabus: Based on FSC (Pre-Medical) curriculum

• Passing Marks: Minimum 60% (120/200) for admission to public medical colleges (varies for private institutions).

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