UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27: Punjab Public Medical & Dental Colleges – Schedule, Eligibility, Merit Formula & Apply Online
The University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore has officially announced the UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27 for first-year MBBS and BDS programmes in the public sector medical and dental colleges of Punjab. In compliance with the Admission Policy notified by the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department (SHC&ME), Government of Punjab, on 14 October 2026, UHS is inviting online applications from eligible candidates for the academic session 2026–2027.
Admissions are offered on Open Merit, Under-Developed Districts, Cholistan, Students with Disabilities, Reciprocal and Overseas Pakistani seats. The MBBS online portal opens on Friday, 16 October 2026, while the BDS portal opens on Tuesday, 15 December 2026.
UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27 at a Glance
| Conducting University | University of Health Sciences (UHS), Lahore |
| Programmes | MBBS & BDS (First Year) |
| Session | 2026–2027 |
| Sector | Public Sector Medical & Dental Colleges of Punjab |
| Seat Categories | Open Merit, Under-Developed Districts, Cholistan, Students with Disabilities, Reciprocal, Overseas Pakistanis |
| MBBS Application Window | 16 October 2026 (09:00 AM) – 30 October 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| BDS Application Window | 15 December 2026 (09:00 AM) – 30 December 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Application Processing Fee | Rs. 2,000/- (non-refundable, non-transferable) |
| Merit Formula | Matric 10% + FSc 40% + MDCAT 50% |
| Mode of Application | Online only (hard copies not accepted) |
Table of Contents
- Public Sector Medical Colleges (MBBS)
- Public Sector Dental Colleges (BDS)
- Eligibility Criteria
- Merit Calculation Formula
- Admission Portal Links
- Complete Admission Schedule
- How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Mandatory Documents Required
- Admission Procedure & Fee Deposit
- Important Provisions
- UHS Contact Information
- Frequently Asked Questions
Public Sector Medical Colleges of Punjab (MBBS) 2026-27
The following public sector medical colleges (listed alphabetically) are included in the UHS MBBS admission 2026-27:
| Sr. | Medical College | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allama Iqbal Medical College | Lahore |
| 2 | Ameer-ud-Din Medical College | Lahore |
| 3 | D.G. Khan Medical College | Dera Ghazi Khan |
| 4 | Fatima Jinnah Medical College (for Women) | Lahore |
| 5 | Gujranwala Medical College | Gujranwala |
| 6 | Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College | Sialkot |
| 7 | King Edward Medical College | Lahore |
| 8 | Maryam Nawaz Sharif Medical College* | Mianwali |
| 9 | Medical College, University of Rasul** | Mandi Bahauddin |
| 10 | Narowal Medical College | Narowal |
| 11 | Nawaz Sharif Medical College | Gujrat |
| 12 | Nishtar Medical College | Multan |
| 13 | Punjab Medical College | Faisalabad |
| 14 | Quaid-e-Azam Medical College | Bahawalpur |
| 15 | Rawalpindi Medical College | Rawalpindi |
| 16 | Sahiwal Medical College | Sahiwal |
| 17 | Sargodha Medical College | Sargodha |
| 18 | Services Institute of Medical Sciences | Lahore |
| 19 | Sheikh Zayed Medical College | Rahim Yar Khan |
* Subject to the approval of the PM&DC.
** Subject to the approval of the PM&DC and fulfilment of all regulatory requirements by University of Rasul / Higher Education Department, Govt. of the Punjab.
Public Sector Dental Colleges of Punjab (BDS) 2026-27
| Sr. | Dental College / Institute | City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | de’Montmorency College of Dentistry | Lahore |
| 2 | Fatima Jinnah Institute of Dental Sciences* | Lahore |
| 3 | Nishtar Institute of Dentistry | Multan |
| 4 | Dental Institute, Punjab Medical College | Faisalabad |
| 5 | Quaid-e-Azam Medical & Dental College* | Bahawalpur |
* Subject to the approval of the PM&DC.
Eligibility Criteria for UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27
1. MDCAT Requirement
- The candidate must have passed MDCAT (2026, 2025 or 2024).
- Minimum 55% marks for MBBS and 50% marks for BDS.
- Overseas Pakistanis / Dual Nationals (Expatriates) may submit MDCAT scores or, alternatively, SAT-II scores (minimum 550 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics) or MCAT (International) / UCAT scores with 50% marks in the required subjects.
2. Academic Qualification
- HSSC (Pre-Medical) or an equivalent 12th-grade qualification recognised by IBCC, with at least 60% marks, including Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics.
- Overseas Pakistani / Dual National (Expatriate) candidates with Intermediate/HSSC/A-Level from within or outside Pakistan, with Biology and Chemistry as mandatory subjects (remaining subjects optional), are eligible against the reserved seats.
3. Domicile
A domicile certificate issued by any district of Punjab is mandatory, except for Overseas Pakistanis / Dual Nationals applying against their reserved seats.
4. Quota / Reserved Seats
Applicants seeking admission under quota/reserved seats must fulfil the additional eligibility requirements and submit the mandatory documents specified in the Prospectus for session 2026-27.
UHS Merit Calculation Formula 2026-27
Merit for MBBS and BDS admission in Punjab public sector colleges will be calculated according to the following weightage:
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Matriculation / SSC / Equivalent | 10% |
| F.Sc. / HSSC Pre-Medical / Equivalent | 40% |
| MDCAT | 50% |
| Total | 100% |
Example: Aggregate = (Matric % × 0.10) + (FSc % × 0.40) + (MDCAT % × 0.50).
UHS Admission Portal Links 2026-27
| Programme | Official Portal | Opens On |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | publicmbbs.uhs.edu.pk | 16 October 2026 |
| BDS | publicbds.uhs.edu.pk | 15 December 2026 |
Complete UHS MBBS & BDS Admission Schedule 2026-27
| Sr. | Description | MBBS | BDS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Online Application (Start Date) | Friday, 16 October 2026 (from 09:00 AM) | Tuesday, 15 December 2026 (from 09:00 AM) |
| 2 | Online Application (Closing Date) | Friday, 30 October 2026 (by 05:00 PM) | Wednesday, 30 December 2026 (by 05:00 PM) |
| 3 | Medical Board for Students with Disabilities at UHS City Campus | 3 to 5 November 2026 | 3 to 5 January 2027 |
| 4 | Provisional Order of Merit | Friday, 13 November 2026 | Wednesday, 6 January 2027 |
| 5 | Final Order of Merit | Monday, 16 November 2026 | Saturday, 9 January 2027 |
| 6 | First College-wise Selection List | Tuesday, 17 November 2026 | Monday, 11 January 2027 |
| 7 | Second Selection / Up-gradation List | Monday, 23 November 2026 | Friday, 15 January 2027 |
| 8 | Third Selection / Up-gradation List | Tuesday, 1 December 2026 | Thursday, 21 January 2027 |
| 9 | Commencement of Classes | Monday, 1 February 2027 | Monday, 1 March 2027 |
Note: The schedule remains subject to any directives issued by the PM&DC and/or the Government of Punjab from time to time, including changes to the number of selection lists to be displayed.
How to Apply Online for UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27
- Carefully review the Prospectus and Admission Policy for session 2026–2027, available on the UHS website (www.uhs.edu.pk).
- Access the relevant UHS Online Admission Portal (separate portals for MBBS and BDS, opening on the specified dates).
- Register with your name, email address, CNIC/Passport/CRC number, cell phone number and a password.
- After logging in, complete the Profile Section – name, domicile, contact information, address, nationality, gender, date of birth, etc.
- Select the seat category/categories for which you are eligible.
- Enter your educational qualifications including SSC and HSSC marks, year of passing and subjects studied.
- Provide details of your MDCAT score.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents in PNG or JPG format; each file must be clear, legible and not exceed 500 KB.
- Select all colleges in order of preference from the dropdown menu. All available options applicable to the relevant seat category must be selected.
- Review and acknowledge the prescribed undertaking before submission.
- Generate a fee challan for the non-refundable, non-transferable application processing fee of Rs. 2,000/- and deposit it at Bank of Punjab (BOP) / National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) through branch banking or the 1Bill Invoice facility only. The 1Bill top-up option must not be used. Upload the paid challan/receipt on the portal within the stipulated time.
- Download, print and review the application before final submission, confirming all information is accurate and complete.
- Applications may be modified until the submission deadline. However, the number and order of college preferences become final and unchangeable after the deadline.
Mandatory Documents Required
Applicants must upload the following documents, as prescribed in the Prospectus. Failure to submit required documents renders the application liable to rejection.
- Matriculation and HSSC certificates (or equivalent certificates/result cards), attested by the relevant BISE. For foreign qualifications, the IBCC Equivalence Certificate duly attested by IBCC.
- Punjab domicile certificate (except for Overseas Pakistani quota applicants).
- CNIC, B-Form/CRC or passport of the applicant, as applicable.
- CNIC of the applicant’s father, mother or guardian, as applicable.
- Recent colour photograph of the candidate.
- Valid Iqama / residence permit / Green Card / Maple Card (for Overseas Pakistani quota applicants, where applicable).
- Proof of education from Class 1 to Class 12 in the same district, duly verified by the relevant Government authorities (for Under-Developed District quota applicants).
- Disability certificate issued by the relevant Government Authority/Department (for Students with Disabilities seats).
Admission Procedure & Fee Deposit
- Selected candidates must download fee challans from the Admission Portal and deposit the prescribed fee in the designated account through BOP / NBP, via branch banking or the 1Bill Invoice facility. The 1Bill top-up option must not be used. Failure to pay within the specified period results in forfeiture of admission and the opportunity for upgradation.
- Candidates selected against Overseas Pakistani quota seats must deposit the annual fee of US$ 10,000 in accordance with the PM&DC notification dated 21-03-2025 at the respective college, follow the same procedure as above, complete the entire programme under the same category and submit an undertaking/bond to this effect.
- Admission is confirmed only upon fulfilment of both conditions: (a) payment of the prescribed college fee and dues by the due date, and (b) joining the respective college in writing by the due date. Failure to comply with either condition results in cancellation of admission, with no vested right to admission for that session.
- Vacant seats created by non-joining will be filled through subsequent selection/upgradation lists based on merit and preferences. The upgradation process is mandatory and no exceptions will be entertained. Upgraded candidates must report to their new college within the stipulated time, otherwise their admission will be cancelled. UHS will transfer the fee to the new college accordingly.
Important Provisions
- Candidates are solely responsible for submitting complete online applications, paying the prescribed fee and uploading all required documents. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications will be rejected. Hard copies of applications will not be accepted.
- Medical and dental admissions are conducted separately; candidates must apply separately for MBBS and BDS on their respective portals. No applicant is eligible for admission without submitting an application on the relevant portal.
- Submission of forged, fabricated or false documents or information will lead to cancellation of the application or admission, and disciplinary action may be taken.
- All merit and selection lists will be published on the UHS website. UHS will not send separate call letters; candidates must regularly check the website and comply with announced deadlines.
- Admissions against quota seats reserved for students from ICT, AJ&K, Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan (Goodwill & HEC Scholarship) and Ex-FATA (Reserved & HEC Scholarship) will be advertised separately.
UHS Lahore Contact Information
| Address | University of Health Sciences, Khayaban-e-Jamia Punjab, Lahore-54600 |
| Helpline | 042-99231308-09, 042-99231078, 042-99231071 |
| Office Hours | 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM, Monday to Friday |
| Website | www.uhs.edu.pk |
| Social Media | Facebook & Instagram: /uhs.lhrofficial | X & LinkedIn: /uhslhrofficial |
Frequently Asked Questions – UHS MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27
When does the UHS MBBS admission 2026-27 portal open?
The MBBS portal opens on Friday, 16 October 2026 at 09:00 AM and closes on Friday, 30 October 2026 at 05:00 PM.
When can I apply for BDS admission 2026-27 through UHS?
The BDS portal opens on Tuesday, 15 December 2026 at 09:00 AM and closes on Wednesday, 30 December 2026 at 05:00 PM.
What is the minimum MDCAT score required for MBBS and BDS?
Candidates need at least 55% marks in MDCAT (2026, 2025 or 2024) for MBBS and at least 50% for BDS.
What is the UHS merit formula for 2026-27?
Merit is calculated as Matric/SSC 10%, FSc/HSSC 40% and MDCAT 50%.
What is the application processing fee?
The non-refundable, non-transferable processing fee is Rs. 2,000/-, payable at BOP or NBP via branch banking or the 1Bill Invoice facility (not 1Bill top-up).
Can I change my college preferences after submitting the application?
Applications may be modified until the submission deadline, but the number and order of college preferences become final and unchangeable after the deadline.
Is a Punjab domicile mandatory?
Yes, a Punjab domicile is mandatory for all applicants except Overseas Pakistanis / Dual Nationals applying against their reserved seats.
When will MBBS and BDS classes start?
MBBS classes commence on Monday, 1 February 2027 and BDS classes on Monday, 1 March 2027.
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Source: Official UHS Lahore advertisement for MBBS & BDS Admissions, Public Sector Medical & Dental Colleges of Punjab, Session 2026-2027. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official UHS website and Prospectus.
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