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The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially announced the schedule for the National Equivalence Board (NEB) Examination, an essential licensing exam for foreign-qualified MBBS and BDS graduates seeking registration to practice medicine and dentistry in Pakistan.
According to the council, the NEB examination will be conducted on September 12, 2026, with Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) designated as the official examination center responsible for organizing the test.
PMDC stated that online registration for the examination will begin on August 6, 2026, and will remain open until August 20, 2026. Eligible candidates must submit their applications through the official PMDC online portal before the deadline.
The council has advised applicants to carefully review the eligibility criteria, exam guidelines, required documents, and registration instructions before completing the application process. Incomplete or incorrect applications may not be accepted.
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The NEB examination is mandatory for many foreign medical and dental graduates seeking full PMDC registration and eligibility to practice medicine in Pakistan. Candidates are encouraged to begin their preparations early and ensure all academic documents are ready before registration opens.
PMDC has also urged applicants to regularly visit its official website for any updates regarding the examination schedule, admit cards, venue instructions, or changes in the registration process.
NEB Exam 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | National Equivalence Board (NEB) Examination |
| Conducting Authority | Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) |
| Exam Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Registration Starts | 6 August 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | 20 August 2026 |
| Exam Venue | Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) |
| Apply Through | Official PMDC Online Portal |
| Eligible Candidates | Foreign-qualified MBBS & BDS Graduates |