1. Confirmed Examination Schedule and Fee Architecture
- Portal Opening Date: Monday, 22 June 2026.
- Regular Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 8 July 2026 (Fee: PKR 9,000).
- Late Registration Deadline: Monday, 13 July 2026 (Fee: PKR 13,000).
- National Examination Date: Sunday, 16 August 2026.
- Registration Workflow: Create Portal Account โ Input Bio Data โ Upload Educational Marksheets โ Select Test Venue โ Generate Challan โ Complete Fee Payment โ Verify Status.
| Fee Category | Domestic Application Fee | International Application Fee | Payment Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular Registration Window | PKR 9,000 | PKR 45,000 | 1Bill, Online Banking, JazzCash, Easypaisa |
| Late Registration Window | PKR 13,000 | PKR 55,000 | 1Bill, Online Banking, JazzCash, Easypaisa |
| Portal Edit Processing Fee | Free within 48 Hours | Free within 48 Hours | Digital Portal Self-Correction |
2. Step-by-Step Application Guide and Verification Rules
Follow these practical steps to submit your application cleanly on the national PMDC portal.
- Step 1 (Account Creation): Visit mdcat.pmdc.pk and create your account using your personal CNIC or Smart Card number and an active email address.
- Step 2 (Data Verification): Enter your full name, father's name, and date of birth exactly as they appear on your NADRA identity card.
- Step 3 (Document Uploads): Upload your recent passport photograph on a light background, attested Matric transcript, FSc marksheet, and provincial domicile certificate in PDF format (under 300 KB).
- Step 4 (Examination Centre Selection): Select your examination city carefully. Centre allocations lock immediately upon form submission and cannot be altered.
- Step 5 (Payment Confirmation): Generate your 1Bill invoice and complete the fee payment through your banking app or a physical branch. Re-check the portal after 24 hours to confirm your status displays "Paid and Verified".
- The 15-Second Receipt Rule: Save a digital PDF copy of your stamped bank deposit challan and take a screenshot of your digital transaction reference ID immediately upon completing payment.
- The White Coat Preview: Following administrative protocols and meeting strict deadlines is essential in clinical medicine. Medical professionals must manage continuous licensing renewals, hospital credentialing deadlines, and clinical documentation timelines throughout their careers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I edit my examination city after submitting the registration fee?
No, examination centre selections are locked upon final submission to allow provincial authorities to organize physical seating capacities.
Q: Is NUMS registration included in the general PMDC MDCAT registration fee?
No, NUMS conducts an independent entrance examination for Army Medical College and requires a separate registration application through numspak.edu.pk.
Q: What should I do if the portal shows "Unpaid" 48 hours after payment?
Email your 16-digit bank transaction reference number, candidate tracking ID, and deposit receipt to [email protected] for manual account verification.
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