The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) 2026 for the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) was successfully and peacefully conducted this Sunday. Under the strict regulatory framework of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), the massive logistical operation was spearheaded by Khyber Medical University (KMU).
Serving as the sole gateway for admissions into medical (MBBS) and dental (BDS) colleges across Pakistan, the MDCAT is arguably the most competitive exam in the country. This year's execution in KPK saw flawless administration and robust participation from aspiring medical professionals.
⚡ KPK MDCAT 2026 Fact Sheet
Key statistics from Sunday's examination:
| Metric | Data |
|---|---|
| Total Candidates | 38,845 Students |
| Gender Breakdown | 18,107 Male | 20,738 Female |
| Test Centers | 59 Centers across 9 Cities |
| Supervising Authority | Khyber Medical University (KMU) |
Extensive Reach Across 9 Cities
To ensure accessibility for students hailing from remote districts, KMU established 59 dedicated examination centers spread across nine major hubs in the province. These cities included:
- Peshawar
- Mardan
- Swat
- Lower Dir
- Dera Ismail Khan (D.I. Khan)
- Kohat
- Mansehra
- Haripur
- Abbottabad
The decentralization of centers significantly reduced travel fatigue for candidates, allowing them to perform at their best.
What Happens Next? (MDCAT Results 2026)
With the examination officially concluded, the focus now shifts to the grading and result compilation phase. KMU is known for its expedited and transparent evaluation processes.
The official answer keys will be published shortly, allowing students to self-evaluate their carbon copies. The final official results will be made available through the KMU Centralized Admission System portal (cas.kmu.edu.pk) within the coming week.
💡 Findversity Admissions Advice
While you wait for your official MDCAT scores, start organizing your domicile certificates, intermediate mark sheets, and photographs. The window for applying to public and private medical colleges is notoriously short once the PMDC announces the merit formula. Being pre-prepared will save you from last-minute bureaucratic stress.
Source disclosure: Statistics and administrative details reported live by The Nation and official KMU press releases.
Source: The Nation