Dow University of Health Sciences Entry Test 2026-27
About This Entry Test
Dow University admits MBBS and BDS students on the basis of the national MDCAT, with a minimum 60% in HSSC Pre-Medical. DUHS also centrally manages admissions for Sindh’s public medical and dental colleges. This page covers the undergraduate entry test requirement for Dow University of Health Sciences profile.
Test at a Glance
| Test name | MDCAT (for MBBS/BDS) |
| Conducted by | PMDC (national MDCAT); DUHS runs admissions for Sindh public medical colleges |
| Applies to | MDCAT required for MBBS and BDS (Dow Medical College, Dow International, Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences and all Sindh public medical/dental colleges via DUHS). Overseas/foreign: MDCAT, or SAT-II min 550 per subject, or foreign MCAT/UCAT 50%. Other DUHS undergraduate programs (Pharm-D, DPT, nursing, allied health) – check official website. |
| Eligibility | HSSC Pre-Medical/A-Level or equivalent (IBCC) with at least 60% marks; passing MDCAT score per PMDC rules; domicile requirements (Sindh/Karachi) for local seats. |
| Schedule | MDCAT typically Sep–Oct; DUHS MBBS/BDS admissions typically Nov–Jan – check official website. |
| Merit weightage | Not stated on the official page – check official website / prospectus. |
Test Format
MDCAT: national MCQ test per PMDC pattern – see pmdc.pk for current structure.
Eligibility
HSSC Pre-Medical/A-Level or equivalent (IBCC) with at least 60% marks; passing MDCAT score per PMDC rules; domicile requirements (Sindh/Karachi) for local seats.
How to Register
Apply online at https://admissions.duhs.edu.pk/ after MDCAT; MDCAT registration via PMDC. Fee – check official website.
Test Schedule 2026-27
MDCAT typically Sep–Oct; DUHS MBBS/BDS admissions typically Nov–Jan – check official website.
Merit Formula
Not stated on the official page – check official website / prospectus.
Preparation Tips
- Follow PMDC’s official MDCAT syllabus for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English and Logical Reasoning.
- Solve past MDCAT papers and timed mocks.
- Keep HSSC marks at 60% or higher – a mandatory eligibility threshold.
- Keep domicile and PRC ready, as seat allocation is domicile-based.
- Track the DUHS admissions portal and prospectus for dates.
Official Links
- Official test / admission page
- Dow University of Health Sciences profile on Pak Student Hub
- Admission schedules and Merit Calculator
- How university merit is calculated
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- All entry tests
Last updated: 18 October 2026. Test patterns, fees and dates are set by the university or test body and change every year. Always confirm on the official website before registering.
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