UHS announces MBBS Medical Colleges Admission 2026

The University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore, has announced the admission schedule for MBBS and BDS programmes in public-sector medical and dental colleges across Punjab for the 2026–27 academic session. Admissions will be offered on open merit and under designated categories, including under-developed districts, Cholistan, students with disabilities, reciprocal seats and overseas Pakistani seats.

According to the admission notice, the process will be conducted under the Government of Punjab's admission policy, notified by the Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department on October 14, 2026. Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications online through the relevant UHS admission portal within the prescribed deadlines.

MBBS and BDS Admission Schedule 2026–27

UHS has announced separate application schedules for MBBS and BDS admissions.

Candidates should note that the schedule may be revised in accordance with directions issued by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) or the Government of Punjab.

Eligibility Criteria for MBBS and BDS Admissions

Applicants must fulfil the academic, entrance-test and documentation requirements specified in the official prospectus.

1. MDCAT requirement

Candidates must have passed the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2025 or 2024, as specified in the notice, with at least 55% marks for MBBS and 50% marks for BDS.

Applicants who qualify under the overseas Pakistani or Dual National category may submit their MDCAT scores or SAT-II scores in the required subjects, as applicable. The notice specifies minimum SAT-II scores of 550 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics, or ACT scores, subject to the prescribed requirements.

Applicants should carefully check the relevant category's eligibility conditions before applying.

2. Academic qualification

Applicants must have passed HSSC (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), with at least 60% marks.

The required subjects are Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics. Candidates with foreign qualifications must obtain the relevant IBCC equivalence certificate.

3. Domicile requirement

Applicants seeking admission against open-merit seats and designated provincial or district categories must meet the domicile and other eligibility conditions applicable to their selected seat category.

For overseas Pakistani seats, applicants must fulfil the relevant overseas status, documentation and eligibility requirements.

4. Additional category requirements

Candidates applying under reserved or special categories must provide the necessary supporting documents. These may include domicile certificates, disability certificates, proof of overseas Pakistani status and other documents required by the relevant admission category.

For seats reserved for students with disabilities, the required certificate must be issued by the relevant government authority or department.

Merit Calculation Formula

UHS will calculate admission merit using the following weightage:

The final aggregate will be calculated using the prescribed formula. Candidates should ensure that their academic records and MDCAT information are entered correctly during the application process.

Public-Sector Medical Colleges Offering MBBS

The admission notice lists the following public-sector medical colleges in Punjab in alphabetical order:

1. Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore

2. Ameer-ud-Din Medical College, Lahore

3. D.G. Khan Medical College, Dera Ghazi Khan

4. Fatima Jinnah Medical College for Women, Lahore

5. Gujranwala Medical College, Gujranwala

6. Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College, Sialkot

7. King Edward Medical College, Lahore

8. Nawaz Sharif Medical College, Gujrat

9. Nishtar Medical College, Multan

10. Punjab Medical College, Faisalabad

11. Quaid-e-Azam Medical College, Bahawalpur

12. Rawalpindi Medical College, Rawalpindi

13. Sahiwal Medical College, Sahiwal

14. Sargodha Medical College, Sargodha

15. Services Institute of Medical Sciences, Lahore

16. Shaikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan

17. Mian Nawaz Sharif Medical College, Mianwali

18. Medical College, University of Rasul, Mandi Bahauddin

19. Nawaz Sharif Medical College, Gujrat

Candidates should consult the official UHS prospectus for the final list, college names, seat distribution and any applicable corrections.

Public-Sector Dental Colleges Offering BDS

The following public-sector dental colleges are listed in the notice:

• de'Montmorency College of Dentistry, Lahore

• Nishtar Institute of Dentistry, Multan

• Quaid-e-Azam Medical and Dental College, Bahawalpur

• Fatima Jinnah Institute of Dental Sciences, Lahore

• Dental Institute, Punjab Medical College, Faisalabad

The allocation of seats and eligibility conditions will be governed by the applicable admission policy and official prospectus.

How to Apply for UHS MBBS and BDS Admissions

Candidates must submit their applications through the designated online admission portals.

Official admission portals:

• MBBS: https://publicmbbs.uhs.edu.pk

• BDS: https://publicbds.uhs.edu.pk

Applicants should follow these steps:

1. Register on the relevant portal using their name, email address, CNIC or passport number, mobile number and password.

2. Log in and complete the personal information section, including name, domicile, contact details and other required particulars.

3. Enter academic information, including SSC and HSSC marks, subjects and passing years.

4. Select the applicable admission category and eligible college preferences.

5. Upload scanned copies of the required documents in PNG or JPG format, ensuring that each file is clear, legible and within the permitted size limit.

6. Review the completed application and acknowledge the prescribed undertaking.

7. Generate the fee challan and deposit the application processing fee of Rs. 2,000 through the Bank of Punjab's non-refundable, non-transferable application processing fee facility.

8. Upload the paid challan or receipt to the portal within the prescribed time.

9. Submit the application and retain a copy of the submitted form and payment receipt.

The notice specifically states that the 1Bill top-up option must not be used for payment of the application processing fee.

Candidates should also remember that applications may be edited before the deadline, but college preferences cannot be changed after the application deadline.

Important Instructions for Applicants

UHS has outlined several important conditions that applicants must observe throughout the admission process.

• Incomplete applications or applications with improperly uploaded documents may be rejected.

• Hard copies of applications and supporting documents are not to be submitted to UHS.

• Applicants must apply separately for MBBS and BDS through the respective portals.

• A candidate applying for both programmes must complete the requirements for each programme independently.

• Applicants are responsible for checking the UHS website and official social media accounts for merit lists, updates and admission announcements.

• Candidates must regularly check their email and other registered contact channels for official communications.

• Submission of an application does not guarantee admission; selection depends on eligibility, merit, seat availability and fulfilment of all admission requirements.

Overseas Pakistani Seats

Candidates applying for overseas Pakistani seats must meet the applicable eligibility and documentation requirements. The notice specifies an annual fee of US$10,000 for selected candidates against overseas Pakistani quota seats.

Candidates selected against these seats must complete the required formalities and provide the prescribed undertaking or bond, as applicable. Applicants should read the relevant prospectus carefully before selecting this category.

Where to Check the Official Prospectus

The University of Health Sciences has directed applicants to its official website for the detailed prospectus, admission policy, eligibility requirements and any subsequent updates.

Official website: https://www.uhs.edu.pk/

Candidates are advised to verify all requirements directly from UHS before submitting their applications, particularly the MDCAT eligibility conditions, reserved-seat requirements, document specifications and fee-payment procedure.

With MBBS applications opening on October 16, 2026, eligible candidates should begin preparing their documents early and ensure that their applications are submitted before the relevant deadlines.