The National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) is a prestigious university in Pakistan that specializes in medical and health sciences education. NUMS is a public-sector university and is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

NUMS offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various disciplines related to medical, dental, nursing, and allied health sciences. The university has multiple affiliated institutions, including medical and dental colleges, nursing schools, and other healthcare training centers.

NUMS MDCAT Entry Test

The NUMS MDCAT (Medical and Dental College Admission Test) is a standardized examination that aspiring medical and dental students in Pakistan must take in order to seek admission to various medical and dental colleges affiliated with NUMS. It is a competitive exam designed to assess students’ knowledge in subjects such as biology, chemistry, physics, and English.

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NUMS Online Registration

Apply for NUMS MDCAT entry test online Registrations and Admissions in MBBS. BDS in Army Medical College and CMH from NUMS Official Website

NUMS Admissions in MBBS

The MDCAT (Medical and Dental College Admission Test) is the entrance exam for admission to medical and dental colleges in Pakistan, including those affiliated with NUMS (National University of Medical Sciences). The MDCAT is conducted by the Pakistan Medical Commission (PMDC).

NUMS Schedule

NUMS MDCAT Entry Test Schedule has been announced. Below the Complete NUMS entrance exam test date is provided

• NUMS Online Registration will start from 03 July
• The last Date to Apply for Registrations is 24 July
• NUMS Late Registration is 04 August
• NUMS Entry Test Date is 1 September

NUMS will be conducted in Pakistan and International exam centers including Saudi Arabia, UAE, and USA.

NUMS Registrations Fee

The NUMS Test Registration fee is Rs. 4200/- and the Late registrations Fee is Rs 5000

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How To Apply

To apply for the NUMS (National University of Medical Sciences) MDCAT (Medical and Dental College Admission Test), you need to follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NUMS website to register for the NUMS MDCAT.
2. Fill out the online registration form with accurate personal information, academic details, and contact information.
3. After submitting the registration form, you will be provided with a challan form or online payment instructions to pay the required registration fee.
4. Once your payment is confirmed, you can download and print your admit card from the NUMS website.

NUMS Past Papers

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NUMS Eligibility

NUMS Basic Qualification and Eligibility Is a must requirement for appearing in NUMS Entry Tests is

• Minimum 60% marks in F.Sc/ HSSC / A-Levels/ Equivalent (Pre-Medical)

Important Documents

Candidates are required to scan and Upload the following documents with the Online Application Form

• Candidate Original CNIC/Form B/Passport/NICOP
• Parent Original CNIC Card
• Latest photograph with a blue background.
• Matric / SSC / O-levels or equivalence certificate and transcript.
• HSSC/ FSc / A-Levels or equivalence certificate and transcript.
• Paid Copy of NUMS Fee Challan.

NUMS Syllabus

NUMS MDCAT Syllabus has been released. Download the NUMS Entry Test Syllabus and Start Preparations

NUMS Pattern

NUMS Entry Test consists of two parts, Subjective and Psychological.

• 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 %

NUMS Subjective (Part A)

• Shall carry 95% weightage of NUMS MDCAT
• Shall consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Stipulated time of 150 minutes
• Biology – 35 %
• Chemistry – 25 %
• Physics – 25 %
• English – 10 %

NUMS Psychological (Part B)

• Shall carry 5% weightage of MDCAT (NUMS)
• Shall consist of 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• stipulated time of 30 minutes.

NUMS Important Instructions

• The candidates must reach their respective centers at least two hours before the commencement of the test on 03 September
• The candidates must bring the following items with them on the exam day:
  • NUMS admit cards/ Roll number Slip
  • Original Form “B” or CNIC or Passport/NICOP.
  • Clipboard
  • Two blue ballpoints (not a pointer, markers, pencils, gel pens).
  • Calculators, Mobile phones, smartwatches, and other electronic gadgets are not allowed in the NUMS examination hall.

NUMS Test Center

NUMS will be conducted in multiple Pakistani Ciites and International Centers

Pakistani Test Center

• Islamabad
• Rawalpindi
• Kharian
• Gujranwala
• Lahore
• Multan
• Bahawalpur
• Karachi
• Hyderabad
• Abbottabad
• Peshawar
• DI Khan
• Muzaffarabad
• Quetta

International Test Center

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• USA

NUMS Result

NUMS Results will be available after 01 week from exam day. Students can See and check NUMS MDCAT results online

NUMS MBBS/ BDS Admissions

NUMS Started MBBS and BDS Admissions after the NUMS Entry test results were announced. Students Must apply in NUMS admissions through an online portal. Students must select the Affiliated Medical and Dental colleges in which he/she wanted to get admission.

NUMS Affiliated Medical and Dental colleges

There are multiple NUMS-affiliated medical and Dental colleges which offer MBBS and BDS courses in Pakistan. List of NUMS Affiliated Public sector and Private sector Medical colleges is provided below.

NUMS Medical College

• Army Medical College Rawalpindi (AMC) MBBS Public Sector
• CMH Lahore Medical College
• CMH Bahawalpur Institute of Medical Sciences
• CMH Kharian Medical College
• CMH Multan Institute of Medical Sciences
• HITEC Institute of Medical Sciences, Taxila
•  Karachi Institute of Medical Sciences KIMS
• Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences: QIMS
• Wah Medical College
• Foundation University Medical College, Islamabad
• Bahria University Medical and Dental College, Karachi
• Fazaia Ruth Pfau Medical College, Karachi
• Fazaia Medical College, Islamabad

NUMS Dental Colleges

• Army Medical College Rawalpindi (BDS)
• CMH Lahore Institute of Dentistry 
• CMH Multan Institute of Dentistry 
• Foundation University Medical College, Islamabad
• HITEC Institute of Medical Sciences, Taxila
• Bahria University Medical and Dental College, Karachi

NUMS Merit Lists

NUMS Merit Lists from Medical and Dental colleges are uploaded after the Admissions Starts. Students can Also Download the NUMS Merit Lists.

NUMS Aggregate Formula

Students can calculate their NUMS Aggregate from the Following below

• SSC or Equivalent Marks = 10%
• FSC or Equivalent Marks = 40%
• NUMS MDCAT Entry Test Marks = 50%

PakLearningSpot MCQs Bank

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NUMS Closing Merits

NUMS Medical colleges Closing Merit for MBBS is very high. Although Closing merit varies every year. Also, The MBBS Closing merit depends on which Medical College is selected.

NUMS Fee Structure

NUMS has Public sector and Private Sector Medical colleges. NUMS also offers Allied Health Sciences, Nursing, and DPT courses. The fee structure varies depending upon the course. Also, The Fee structure of Private Sector Medical Colleges is high as compared to Public sector Medical colleges.

• Army Medical College AMC Fee Structure is 2-3 lakhs Per Year (15 Lakh for MBBS Degree)
• NUMS Private Medical colleges Fee Structure is 16-18 Lakhs Per Year (90 Lakh for MBBS Degree
• The admission Fee is RS, 50,000
• PMDC Registration Fee is Rs, 10,000

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NUMS a Government Sector University?

Yes, NUMS is a Public sector university under Army administration.