Peoples University of Medical & Health Sciences for Women (PUMHSW) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Shaheed Benazirabad (Nawabshah), Sindh · Public · Established 1974 · Official site
Overview
Peoples University of Medical & Health Sciences for Women is a public medical institution in Shaheed Benazirabad (Nawabshah), Sindh. It admits MBBS students through the Sindh-MDCAT route.
- Pakistan's only women-exclusive medical university in Sindh
- Full women's residency programmes
- Lower closing merit — accessible to female students
Admission Criteria
Merit at PUMHSW 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 | 80.9% | Open Merit |
Source: official PUMHSW merit list. Earlier-year rows can be added as historical data is published.
Fees & Seats
- MBBS seats: 200
- 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 PUMHSW
- 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 PUMHSW.
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?
80.9% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
Sindh-MDCAT.
How many MBBS seats?
200.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 30,000 – 50,000.
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