pakistan Updated 17 Oct 2026, 7:06 PM 16–17 Oct 2026

Lahore High Court orders MDCAT 2026 papers to be uploaded on UHS website

HarZaviya summary · from 2 outlets

Most outlets reported the Lahore High Court's directive to upload all MDCAT 2026 question paper codes on the UHS website. 24 News HD provided a slightly more detailed excerpt, specifying that the papers must remain publicly accessible. ProPakistani framed the ruling as "key" and included the full name of the test but did not elaborate further.

Summary generated by HarZaviya from the headlines and excerpts of the 2 outlets below. Each outlet's own headline is listed under it.

How it developed

4 articles · 4 outlets

17 Oct Sat

Lahore High Court orders MDCAT 2026 papers to be uploaded on UHS website

2 outlets

17 Oct 2026 7:06 PM

ProPakistani

Lahore High Court Issues Key Ruling on MDCAT Question Papers

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has directed authorities to upload the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) question papers… Read More
2:51 PM

24 News HD 80% identical

LHC orders immediate uploading of all MDCAT 2026 papers on UHS website

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has ordered the immediate uploading of all question paper codes of the MDCAT 2026 examination on the University of Health Sciences (UHS) website, directing that the papers remain publicly accessible until the completion of the admission process, reported 24NewsHD TV on Saturday.

16 Oct Fri

Lahore High Court rules against PMDC retrieving MDCAT question papers

2 outlets

HarZaviya summary · from 2 outlets

Most outlets reported the Lahore High Court's ruling against the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council's practice of retrieving MDCAT question papers from candidates. Pakistan Observer emphasized the relief for candidates, while Daily Times highlighted the court’s order for the PMDC to upload the papers to its app.

Summary generated by HarZaviya from the headlines and excerpts of the 2 outlets below. Each outlet's own headline is listed under it.

16 Oct 2026 7:40 PM

Daily Times

LHC orders PMDC to upload MDCAT papers to its app

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has declared it illegal for the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to retrieve MDCAT question papers from candidates after examinations. Justice Ahsan Raza Kazmi announced the verdict on Friday at the court’s Rawalpindi bench. The ruling came after the court accepted petitions filed by students challenging the practice. Read […]
5:23 PM

Pakistan Observer 83% identical

Relief for MDCAT Candidates as Court rules against taking back Question Papers

RAWALPINDI – Lahore High Court’s Rawalpindi Bench declared Pakistan Medical and Dental Council’s (PMDC) practice of taking question papers back…

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2 outlets

MDCAT students approach Sindh High Court over question paper and answer keys

Most outlets reported that ten MDCAT students have approached the Sindh High Court, seeking the publication of the exam's question paper and answer keys on the official website. 24 News HD specified the request includes halting merit list and medical college admissions, while ProPakistani focused on the students' action against the MDCAT 2026 materials without elaborating on admissions.
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4 outlets · 2 developments

LHC suspends PMDC notification allowing increase in medical college fees

Most outlets reported the Lahore High Court's suspension of a PMDC notification that permitted medical colleges to raise fees, noting the court’s action followed a petition from Central Park Medical College. The framing was largely consistent across the coverage, with slight variation in the level of detail provided about the court and the petitioner.
19 Sep 2026 77% related

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LHC extends suspension of PMDC directive for Afghan medical students' return

Most outlets reported the Lahore High Court’s decision to extend the suspension of the PMDC directive requiring Afghan medical students to return to Afghanistan. The coverage was largely uniform, with both excerpts focusing on the legal action and the continuation of the stay order. No additional framing or emphasis was noted in the provided excerpts.
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3 outlets · 2 developments

PMDC bars MDCAT candidates from taking question papers home

Most outlets reported that the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has prohibited MDCAT candidates from taking question papers home after the exam. The framing was consistent across the excerpts, with both outlets focusing on the policy change as the central point, using nearly identical wording to describe the restriction.
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2 outlets

PMDC orders universities to ensure smooth and transparent MDCAT

Most outlets led with the directive from the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to universities to ensure the smooth and transparent conduct of the MDCAT. Dawn emphasized the instruction to ensure a "smooth and transparent" test, while Daily Times highlighted the call for "foolproof" and "fair" arrangements. Both excerpts framed the focus as ensuring the integrity of the upcoming exam.

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