MDCAT Merit Formula – Overview
The MDCAT Merit Formula is used to calculate a candidate’s overall aggregate for MBBS and BDS admissions in Pakistan. It combines marks from Matric (10th grade), FSc (Pre-Medical), and MDCAT exam according to the weightage set by the admitting university or provincial policy. This aggregate determines a student’s merit position and eligibility for public and private medical colleges.
Standard MDCAT Merit Calculation
While the exact weightage may vary by province or university, a common formula used is:
- Matric (Secondary School) – 10%
- FSc (Intermediate, Pre-Medical) – 50%
- MDCAT – 40%
Aggregate Calculation Example:
Aggregate=(Total Matric MarksMatric Marks×10)+(Total FSc MarksFSc Marks×50)+(Total MDCAT MarksMDCAT Marks×40)
The result is the percentage aggregate used in merit lists for MBBS/BDS admissions.
There are several MDCAT (Medical and Dental College Admission Test) apps available for students in Pakistan that can help them prepare for the exam. These apps provide a variety of features such as an MDCAT syllabus, practice questions, mock tests, and video lectures. popular MDCAT apps include:
PakLearningSpot PLS: This app provides MDCAT mock tests, past papers, and topic-wise practice questions to help students prepare for the exam. Also, the syllabus, and PLS MCQs Bank, help students prepare for the exam.
MDCAT Aggregate Formula
Students can calculate their MDCAT Aggregate from the Following below
- SSC or Equivalent Marks = 10%
- FSC or Equivalent Marks = 40%
- NUMS MDCAT Entry Test Marks = 50%
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There are many resources available online for getting MDCAT notes. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Commission (PMDC) publishes an official guide for MDCAT, which includes information on the exam format, content, and sample questions. Also, there are many online resources available for MDCAT preparation, including websites. PakLearningSpot PLS offers free access to notes, practice questions, and other MDCAT study materials.
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MDCAT Syllabus
MDCAT Syllabus for has been released. Download the Entry Test Syllabus and Start Preparations
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MDCAT Pattern
MDCAT Entry Test consists of
- There shall be No Negative Marking.
Difficulty level for MCQs of Biology, Chemistry and Physics shall be
as under
- Easy – 25 %
- Moderate – 60 %
- Hard – 15 %
MDCAT
- Shall consist of 200 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Stipulated time of 3.5 hours
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- English
- Logical Reasoning
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MDCAT Past Papers
Students Can Download The MDCAT Solved Past papers with Answer keys from PakLearningSpot MCQs Bank.
MDCAT Merit Lists
MDCAT Merit Lists from Medical and Dental colleges are uploaded after the Admissions Starts. students Can Also Download the MDCAT Merit Lists.
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PakLearningSpot Provides FREE Entry Test Preparations. Students can get Topical MCQs, Full Book MCQs, Past Papers, Syllabus, Notes, and multiple Mock Tests from the PakLearningSpot website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MDCAT mandatory?
Yes, MDCAT is mandatory for admissions in MBBS or BDS courses
PLS Academy MDCAT Preparation & Merit Guidance
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