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The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has announced a major relief for MDCAT 2026 aspirants by establishing an additional examination center in Islamabad for candidates holding Balochistan domicile. The decision is aimed at making the admission test more accessible for students who may face travel and logistical challenges.
According to the latest PM&DC notification, the new test center will be managed by Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences (BUMHS), Quetta. The university will conduct the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 for eligible candidates from Balochistan at the Islamabad venue.
The additional center has been introduced to improve convenience for students seeking admission to public and private medical and dental colleges across Pakistan. The move is expected to reduce travel difficulties and provide a smoother examination experience for candidates who prefer to appear for the test in Islamabad.
This announcement follows PM&DC’s ongoing efforts to enhance the examination process and ensure that aspiring doctors and dentists have equal opportunities to take the MDCAT in a well-organized environment. It also comes as several provinces continue preparations for the upcoming admission cycle.
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Key Highlights
- PM&DC has approved a new MDCAT test center in Islamabad.
- The facility is exclusively for candidates with Balochistan domicile.
- Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences (BUMHS) will administer the examination at the new center.
- The initiative is intended to improve accessibility, convenience, and exam management.
- Eligible students must complete their MDCAT 2026 registration through the official PM&DC online portal before the registration deadline.
Students have been advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and registration instructions available on the official PM&DC website before submitting their applications. Candidates should also ensure that all required documents are uploaded correctly to avoid delays during the registration process.
The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is the mandatory entrance examination for admission to MBBS and BDS programs in Pakistan. Every year, thousands of students appear in the test to compete for seats in medical and dental colleges.
With the addition of the Islamabad center, PM&DC aims to make the examination process more student-friendly while ensuring fair access to aspiring medical students from Balochistan. The new facility is expected to ease travel concerns and help candidates focus on their preparation for one of Pakistan’s most important entrance examinations.