How many MCQs are in the MDCAT 2026 paper?

The MDCAT 2026 has 180 MCQs in total: Biology 81, Chemistry 45, Physics 36, English 9 and Logical Reasoning 9. Each correct answer is worth +1 mark.

Is there negative marking in MDCAT 2026?

No. There is no negative marking in MDCAT 2026 — a wrong or blank answer simply scores 0, with no deduction. Because of this, you should attempt every one of the 180 questions.

What is the subject-wise weightage for MDCAT 2026?

Biology 45% (81 MCQs), Chemistry 25% (45 MCQs), Physics 20% (36 MCQs), English 5% (9 MCQs) and Logical Reasoning 5% (9 MCQs). Biology and Chemistry together make up 70% of the paper.

How many chapters are in the PMDC MDCAT 2026 syllabus?

The PMDC 2026 syllabus covers 64 chapters across five subjects: Biology 16, Chemistry 20, Physics 16, English 6 and Logical Reasoning 6 — all drawn from the FSc Pre-Medical curriculum.

What are the highest-yield topics for MDCAT 2026?

In Biology: Genetics, Coordination & Control, Reproduction, Bioenergetics and Cell Biology. In Chemistry: organic reaction mechanisms, Chemical Equilibrium and Chemical Kinetics. In Physics: Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Modern Physics.

Who is eligible for MDCAT 2026?

Students who have passed or are appearing in HSSC / FSc Pre-Medical or an equivalent qualification (such as A-Levels with the required equivalence) are eligible. See our MDCAT 2026 eligibility criteria guide for the full marks threshold and equivalence rules.

What are the total marks of MDCAT 2026?

MDCAT 2026 is out of 180 total marks — one mark for each of the 180 MCQs, with no negative marking. There is no separate written or practical component.

What are the passing marks for MDCAT 2026?

The passing percentage is 55% for MBBS (medical) and 50% for BDS (dental), as set by PMDC. Your final admission merit is then calculated from your MDCAT score combined with FSc/HSSC and Matric marks per the provincial weightage.

Is MDCAT 2026 paper-based or computer-based?

MDCAT 2026 is a paper-based test taken on an OMR answer sheet, conducted nationally under the PMDC Uniform Curriculum. It lasts 3 hours (180 minutes).

Which subject has the highest weightage in MDCAT 2026?

Biology has the highest weightage at 45% (81 of 180 MCQs), followed by Chemistry at 25% (45 MCQs) and Physics at 20% (36 MCQs). Biology and Chemistry together make up 70% of the paper.

Has the MDCAT syllabus changed for 2026?

No. PMDC has confirmed that the 2025 Uniform Curriculum applies unchanged to MDCAT 2026 — same 180-MCQ structure, same subject weightage and the same chapter list. Anyone showing a 200-MCQ pattern is using outdated PMC-era data.

Where can I download the official PMDC MDCAT 2026 syllabus PDF?

The official syllabus PDF is published on the PMDC website (pmdc.pk) under the Syllabus / Uniform Curriculum section. The full chapter-wise breakdown is also rendered on this page so you can revise without downloading anything.

MDCAT 2026 Syllabus (PMDC Official): Weightage, Total Marks & Chapters

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) sets a single national syllabus and paper pattern for MDCAT 2026. The test is 180 MCQs for 180 total marks, each worth +1 mark with no negative marking — so every question is worth attempting. The 2026 exam follows the same PMDC Uniform Curriculum confirmed for 2025 (no syllabus change). Here is the official subject-wise weightage and how to prioritise your preparation.

MDCAT 2026 at a glance

Total MCQs: 180
Total marks: 180 (+1 each)
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes)
Mode: Paper-based (OMR)
Negative marking: None
Passing marks: 55% medical / 50% dental
Highest weightage: Biology (45%, 81 MCQs)
Conducting body: PMDC (national)

MDCAT 2026 Paper Pattern & Weightage

Subject	MCQs	Weightage
Biology	81	45%
Chemistry	45	25%
Physics	36	20%
English	9	5%
Logical Reasoning	9	5%
Total	180	100%

The paper is 3 hours (180 minutes) long and paper-based (OMR). Because there is no negative marking, never leave a question blank. Always confirm the latest details against the official PMDC syllabus PDF before your exam.

180 MCQs, not 200 — clearing the confusion

Many sites still list 200 MCQs (90/50/40/10/10) or an old Biology-34% split — that is the outdated PMC-era pattern. The current PMDC Uniform Curriculum sets 180 MCQs with the Biology 45% / Chemistry 25% / Physics 20% / English 5% / Logical Reasoning 5% distribution shown above. Always prepare to the 180-MCQ pattern.

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Complete Chapter-Wise Syllabus (PMDC 2026)

The PMDC 2026 syllabus spans 64 chapters across the five subjects, drawn from the FSc Pre-Medical curriculum. Below is the full chapter list for each subject — every chapter links to free, syllabus-mapped MCQs and a concept summary, so you can revise and practise the exact topics PMDC tests.

Biology — 81 MCQs (45%), 16 chapters

Biology is the backbone of the paper and moves your aggregate more than any other subject. Highest-yield units: Genetics, Coordination & Control, Reproduction, Bioenergetics and Cell Biology.

Chemistry — 45 MCQs (25%), 20 chapters

Chemistry splits across Physical, Inorganic and Organic. Organic mechanisms and equilibrium/kinetics calculations are the highest-yield, and calculations must be solved without a calculator — so practise approximation.

Physics — 36 MCQs (20%), 16 chapters

Numericals dominate, so formula fluency is everything. Mechanics, Electromagnetism and Modern Physics carry the most questions. Build a formula sheet and drill applying it across scenarios.

English — 9 MCQs (5%), 6 chapters

A small but easy-to-secure section. Grammar rules, vocabulary and sentence structure are predictable — a few focused minutes daily locks in near-full marks.

Logical Reasoning — 9 MCQs (5%), 6 chapters

New to the PMDC pattern but highly scoreable. Pure practice subject — pattern-recognition that improves quickly with daily reps.

Pro Tip:

Don't ignore English and Logical Reasoning (9 MCQs each, 10% combined). They are the easiest marks to lock in — 15 focused minutes a day is usually enough to score near-full.

How to Use This Syllabus

Lead with the heaviest subjects — Biology (45%) and Chemistry (25%) are 70% of the paper between them.
Inside each subject, clear the high-yield chapters listed above before the rest.
Practise chapter-wise with free MDCAT MCQs, then test under timed conditions using past papers (2008–2025).
Because there is no negative marking, attempt all 180 questions — never leave a blank.
Track where you stand: your admission merit is 10% Matric + 40% FSc + 50% MDCAT — estimate it with the MDCAT aggregate calculator (or browse all admission calculators).

Always confirm the final details against the official PMDC syllabus PDF before your exam, as PMDC can adjust topic emphasis year to year. Premeth's question bank is mapped 1:1 to the chapters above and updated for the 2026 pattern.