National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Rawalpindi, Islamabad · Public · Established 2015 · Official site
Overview
National University of Medical Sciences is a public medical institution in Rawalpindi, Islamabad. It admits MBBS students through the NUMS route.
- Apex body for armed-forces medical institutions
- Conducts the NUMS entry test (alternative to MDCAT)
- Constituent: AMC, AFPGMI, CMH Lahore Medical College
Admission Criteria
Merit at NUMS is computed under the standard PMDC weightage: Matric 10% + FSc/HSSC 40% + NUMS 50%. Minimum FSc 60% and MDCAT 55% are required to be eligible.
Closing Merit (Multi-Year)
| Year | Closing Aggregate | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 93.5% | Open Merit |
Source: official NUMS 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: 100
- Annual fee: PKR 80,000 – 150,000 (excl. hostel/mess)
Eligibility
- FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks
- Qualifying NUMS score (≥55%)
- Domicile / provincial quota requirements as published by NUMS
- Age, medical fitness & character certificate per PMDC
Application Process
- Appear in NUMS and clear the cutoff.
- Apply on the central admissions portal for NUMS.
- Submit FSc, Matric, MDCAT, domicile and CNIC documents.
- Wait for the merit list; confirm seat & deposit dues at NUMS.
Important Dates 2026
Admission cycle typically opens after the NUMS result. Confirm exact dates on the official site.
FAQs
What was the 2024 closing merit?
93.5% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
NUMS.
How many MBBS seats?
100.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 80,000 – 150,000.
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