Dow Medical College (DUHS) (DMC) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Karachi, Sindh · Public · Established 1945 · Official site
Overview
Dow Medical College (DUHS) is a public medical institution in Karachi, Sindh. It admits MBBS students through the Sindh-MDCAT route.
- Flagship constituent of DOW University of Health Sciences
- Civil Hospital Karachi clinical training
- Largest alumni network in Sindh medicine
Admission Criteria
Merit at DMC is computed under the standard PMDC weightage: Matric 10% + FSc/HSSC 40% + Sindh-MDCAT 50%. Minimum FSc 60% and MDCAT 55% are required to be eligible.
Closing Merit (Multi-Year)
| Year | Closing Aggregate | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 86.4% | Open Merit |
Source: official DMC open-merit selection list (last/final list per cycle — the true closing merit after all upgradations). Always confirm against the latest official list before relying on these figures.
Fees & Seats
- MBBS seats: 350
- BDS seats: 75
- Annual fee: PKR 30,000 – 50,000 (excl. hostel/mess)
Eligibility
- FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks
- Qualifying Sindh-MDCAT score (≥55%)
- Domicile / provincial quota requirements as published by DMC
- Age, medical fitness & character certificate per PMDC
Application Process
- Appear in Sindh-MDCAT and clear the cutoff.
- Apply on the central admissions portal for Sindh-MDCAT.
- Submit FSc, Matric, MDCAT, domicile and CNIC documents.
- Wait for the merit list; confirm seat & deposit dues at DMC.
Important Dates 2026
Admission cycle typically opens after the Sindh-MDCAT result. Confirm exact dates on the official site.
FAQs
What was the 2024 closing merit?
86.4% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
Sindh-MDCAT.
How many MBBS seats?
350 MBBS and 75 BDS.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 30,000 – 50,000.
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