PMDC bars MDCAT candidates from taking question papers home

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1. 17 Oct 2026 83% related

   4 outlets · 2 developments

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

   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.

2. 6 Oct 2026 78% related

   10 outlets

   PMDC removes MDCAT requirement for Pakistani students applying to foreign medical colleges

   Most outlets reported that the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has removed the mandatory MDCAT requirement for Pakistani students applying to medical and dental colleges abroad. The framing was largely consistent across the coverage, with the key detail being the exemption from the test for international admissions. A few outlets, such as The Express Tribune and Minute Mirror, also briefly mentioned that students transferring to Pakistani universities mid-study would still need to take the National Eligibility cum Entrance Board (NEB) exam, though this was not highlighted in most other excerpts.

3. 21 Sep 2026 76% related

   17 outlets · 5 developments

   Over 138,000 candidates take MDCAT across Pakistan and Saudi Arabia

   Most outlets reported the overall number of candidates taking the MDCAT, with Dawn specifying the total as 138,158 and noting the test was conducted in both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. Business Recorder focused on Punjab, mentioning 47,501 candidates and emphasizing the test was conducted "peacefully and smoothly" with no incidents reported.

4. 19 Sep 2026 75% related

   3 outlets · 2 developments

   Punjab finalises security plan for MDCAT 2026

   Most outlets reported that the Punjab Home Department has issued detailed or comprehensive security instructions for the MDCAT 2026, scheduled for September 20. Pakistan Observer led with the tightening of security measures, while Daily Times added that the instructions were finalised and provided to police and district administrations. Both excerpts focused on the procedural and administrative aspects of the security plan without mentioning any specific incidents or controversies.

5. 11 Sep 2026 81% related

   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.