MDCAT 2026 Syllabus — Official PMDC Syllabus
The MDCAT 2026 syllabus, confirmed by PMDC, is unchanged from 2025. It covers 5 subjects across 180 MCQs: Biology (81 MCQs, 45%), Chemistry (45 MCQs, 25%), Physics (36 MCQs, 20%), English (9 MCQs, 5%), and Logical Reasoning (9 MCQs, 5%). No negative marking. Full chapter-wise breakdown below.
PMDC officially confirmed on 19 May 2026 that the MDCAT 2026 syllabus is identical to 2025. The PDF below is the valid, current syllabus for MDCAT 2026.
MDCAT 2026 Paper Pattern
180 MCQs across 5 subjects, answered on an OMR sheet (Optical Mark Recognition) — a paper answer sheet where you fill in bubbles with a pencil. No online component. Bring your own stationery.
180
Total MCQs
3 hrs
Duration
+1 / 0
No negative marking
OMR
Paper-based
Subject-wise weightage
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| Subject | MCQs | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Biology | 81 | 45% |
| Chemistry | 45 | 25% |
| Physics | 36 | 20% |
| English | 9 | 5% |
| Logical Reasoning | 9 | 5% |
| Total | 180 | 100% |
What's new in 2026
- Syllabus unchanged from 2025 — same chapters, same depth across all 5 subjects
- Biometric verification is new: bring your original CNIC or B-Form to the test centre
- Paper format remains OMR-based, 180 MCQs in 3 hours, no negative marking
Download the PMDC Syllabus PDF
MDCAT 2026 Syllabus — Official PMDC Document
The official curriculum issued by the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council. Covers all 5 subjects with full chapter lists, sub-topics, and learning outcomes. Same document applies for 2026.
Source: Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC), June 2025. pmdc.org.pk
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