Federal Medical College (SZABMU) (FMC) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Islamabad, Islamabad · Public · Established 2018 · Official site
Overview
Federal Medical College (SZABMU) is a public medical institution in Islamabad, Islamabad. It admits MBBS students through the SZABMU route.
- Highest closing merit nationally on FMDC consortium
- PIMS Hospital teaching site
- Reserved seats for every province + AJK + GB
Admission Criteria
Merit at FMC is computed under the standard PMDC weightage: Matric 10% + FSc/HSSC 40% + SZABMU 50%. Minimum FSc 60% and MDCAT 55% are required to be eligible.
Closing Merit (Multi-Year)
| Year | Closing Aggregate | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 96.76% | Open Merit |
Source: best-available 2024-cycle SZABMU open-merit figure — approximate / unconfirmed pending the official list. Always confirm against the latest official list before relying on these figures.
What Aggregate Do You Need for FMC?
In the 2024 cycle, FMC closed at 96.76% (Open Merit). Closing merit drifts year to year, so aim to beat the most recent closing figure with a safety margin.
- Safe: above 96.76% aggregate.
- Borderline: within ~0.5% of 96.76% — depends on this cycle's applicant pool.
- Unlikely on open merit: below 95.76% — consider provincial quota or other colleges.
Not sure of your number? Calculate your aggregate first, then predict your MBBS chances across colleges. See MDCAT closing-merit data for the full picture.
Fees & Seats
- MBBS seats: 100
- BDS seats: 50
- Annual fee: PKR 36,000 – 60,000 (excl. hostel/mess)
Eligibility
- FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks
- Qualifying SZABMU score (≥55%)
- Domicile / provincial quota requirements as published by FMC
- Age, medical fitness & character certificate per PMDC
Application Process
- Appear in SZABMU and clear the cutoff.
- Apply on the central admissions portal for SZABMU.
- Submit FSc, Matric, MDCAT, domicile and CNIC documents.
- Wait for the merit list; confirm seat & deposit dues at FMC.
Important Dates 2026
Admission cycle typically opens after the SZABMU result. Confirm exact dates on the official site.
FAQs
What was the 2024 closing merit?
96.76% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
SZABMU.
How many MBBS seats?
100 MBBS and 50 BDS.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 36,000 – 60,000.
Will you get into FMC?
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