NUMS MDCAT [2025 Guide]

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• 15 September 2025 |
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NUMS MDCAT [2025 Guide]

Breaking News: NUMS MDCAT 2025 will now be held on 28 September 2025 due to weather delays.

If you’re aiming for Army Medical College (AMC) or other NUMS-affiliated institutes, this test is your gateway.

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What is NUMS MDCAT?

The NUMS MDCAT is organized by the National University of Medical Sciences. It is mandatory for admission in:

• AMC Rawalpindi
• CMH Colleges (Lahore, Multan, Kharian, Bahawalpur)
• Bahria University, Karachi
• Foundation University, Islamabad
• Other NUMS-affiliated colleges

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Test Format & Weightage

• Biology: 35%
• Chemistry: 25%
• Physics: 25%
• English: 10%
• Psychology: 5% (qualifying only)
  ⏱ Duration: 150 minutes (2.5 hours)
  ❌ No negative marking

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Registration Dates (2025)

• Registration Opens: 20 June 2025
• Deadline (Regular Fee): 10 July 2025
• Deadline (Late Fee): 17 July 2025
• Test Date: 28 September 2025, 10 AM

💰 Fee: Around Rs. 4,200 – Rs. 5,000

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Merit Calculation

• NUMS MDCAT: 50%
• FSc/A-Levels: 40%
• Matric/O-Levels: 10%

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NUMS vs PMDC MDCAT

Feature	NUMS MDCAT	PMDC MDCAT
Conducted By	NUMS	PMDC
For Colleges	NUMS-affiliated	All other medical colleges
Subjects	Bio, Chem, Phy, Eng, Psych	Bio, Chem, Phy, Eng, Reasoning
Duration	150 mins	180 mins
Negative Marking	No	No

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Final Tips

• Start preparation early (especially Biology-heavy).
• Solve past NUMS papers and mock tests.
• Manage time during the 150-min test.
• Platforms like Maqsad can guide with smart prep, mock exams, and daily practice.