List of Medical Colleges in Pakistan | Career Guide for Pre-Medical Students
Welcome to the most comprehensive guide for students aiming to start their medical careers. This article provides updated information about MBBS and BDS admissions, recognized medical colleges, entry tests, merit, seats, and career guidance for pre-medical students in Pakistan.
All information is collected from official college sources and updated regularly to ensure accuracy for .
Career Opportunities for Pre-Medical Students
Pre-Medical students in Pakistan can pursue careers in Medical Sciences and Biological Sciences. These include:
Medical Sciences
- MBBS
- BDS
- DPT (Doctor of Physiotherapy)
- Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy)
- DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)
Biological Sciences
- Bio-Technology
- Bio-Chemistry
- Clinical Psychology
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Microbiology
- Molecular Genetics
- Earth and Environmental Sciences
- Agriculture, Zoology, Botany
Medical & Dental College Entry Tests in Pakistan
Admission to MBBS/BDS programs requires clearing specific entry tests:
- National MDCAT: Mandatory for MBBS/BDS admissions. Merit formula: 50% F.Sc + 50% MDCAT. Check MDCAT Entry Test 2026
- NUMS Entry Test: Required for NUMS-affiliated public and private colleges. Merit: 10% Matric + 40% F.Sc + 50% NUMS Test. NUMS MDCAT Past Papers
- AKU Entry Test: Agha Khan University conducts its own test. Minimum 60% aggregate required. AKU Entry Test Guide
- FMDC Entry Test: Federal Medical & Dental College Islamabad test. 120 MCQs covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and English.
- AMC Test: Army Medical College entry tests, including Cadet, Paying Cadet, and Medical Cadet. AMC Test Syllabus
Medical Colleges and Seats in Pakistan
Pakistan currently has around 122 recognized medical colleges including both public and private institutions. Provincial breakdown:
- Punjab & Islamabad: 63 colleges (Public + Private)
- Sindh: 29 colleges
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 21 colleges
- Balochistan: 3 colleges
- Azad Jammu & Kashmir: 6 colleges
Total medical seats: approximately 16,500 (Public & Private combined)
Admission Procedure and Merit
Admission is based on merit, eligibility, and entry test scores. Merit formulas vary by test and province:
- Public Colleges: 50% F.Sc + 50% Entry Test (MDCAT/NUMS)
- Private Colleges: Merit formula varies, usually including F.Sc + Entry Test
- Specific colleges may require additional interviews or aptitude tests
For updated past papers and preparation, students can visit UHS Past Papers.
Medical Colleges in Punjab
| College Name | City | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Medical University | Lahore | Public |
| Allama Iqbal Medical College | Lahore | Public |
| Services Institute of Medical Sciences | Lahore | Public |
| Rawalpindi Medical University | Rawalpindi | Public |
| Nishtar Medical College | Multan | Public |
| Punjab Medical College | Faisalabad | Public |
| Ameer-ud-Din Medical College | Lahore | Public |
| D.G. Khan Medical College | Dera Ghazi Khan | Public |
| Sargodha Medical College | Sargodha | Public |
| Fatima Jinnah Medical College | Lahore | Public |
| Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College | Sialkot | Public |
| Nawaz Sharif Medical College | Gujrat | Public |
| Quaid-e-Azam Medical College | Bahawalpur | Public |
| Sahiwal Medical College | Sahiwal | Public |
| FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry | Lahore | Private |
| Shalamar Medical & Dental College | Lahore | Private |
| University Medical & Dental College | Faisalabad | Private |
| Al Aleem Medical College | Lahore | Private |
| Wah Medical College | Wah Cantt | Private |
| Watim Medical College | Rawalpindi | Private |
| Pak Red Crescent Medical & Dental College | Lahore | Private |
| Abwa Medical College | Faisalabad | Private |
Medical Colleges in Sindh
| College Name | City | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan University Medical College | Karachi | Private |
| Dow Medical College | Karachi | Public |
| Dow International Medical College | Karachi | Public |
| Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences | Jamshoro | Public |
| Karachi Medical & Dental College | Karachi | Public |
| Indus Medical College | Tando Muhammad Khan | Private |
| Jinnah Medical & Dental College | Karachi | Private |
| Ziauddin Medical College | Karachi | Private |
| Al-Tibri Medical College | Karachi | Private |
| Bahria University Medical College | Karachi | Private |
| Liaquat National Medical College | Karachi | Private |
| Faculty of Medicine & Allied Medical Sciences (Isra) | Hyderabad | Private |
| United Medical & Dental College | Karachi | Private |
Medical Colleges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
| College Name | City | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Ayub Medical College | Abbottabad | Public |
| Bacha Khan Medical College | Mardan | Public |
| Bannu Medical College | Bannu | Public |
| Khyber Medical College | Peshawar | Public |
| Saidu Medical College | Swat | Public |
| Nowshera Medical College | Nowshera | Public |
| Abbottabad International Medical College | Abbottabad | Private |
| Frontier Medical College | Abbottabad | Private |
| Kabir Medical College | Peshawar | Private |
| Peshawar Medical College | Peshawar | Private |
| Northwest School of Medicine | Peshawar | Private |
Medical Colleges in Balochistan
| College Name | City | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Bolan Medical College | Quetta | Public |
| Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences | Quetta | Private |
Medical Colleges in Azad Jammu & Kashmir
| College Name | City | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Azad Jammu & Kashmir Medical College | Muzaffarabad | Public |
| Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College | Mirpur | Public |
| Poonch Medical College | Rawalakot | Public |
| Mohiuddin Islamic Medical College | Mirpur | Private |