Rawalpindi Medical University (RMU) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Rawalpindi, Punjab · Public · Established 1974 · Official site
Overview
Rawalpindi Medical University is a public medical institution in Rawalpindi, Punjab. It admits MBBS students through the UHS-MDCAT route.
- Three teaching hospitals: Holy Family, BBH and DHQ
- Twin-cities exposure (Rawalpindi/Islamabad)
- Upgraded to university in 2017
Admission Criteria
Merit at RMU is computed under the standard PMDC weightage: Matric 10% + FSc/HSSC 40% + UHS-MDCAT 50%. Minimum FSc 60% and MDCAT 55% are required to be eligible.
Closing Merit (Multi-Year)
| Year | Closing Aggregate | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 93.93% | Open Merit |
| 2024 | 92.32% | Open Merit |
Source: official RMU open-merit selection list, verified against the UHS 2025-26 13th & final list (last list = true closing merit after all upgradations). Always confirm against the latest official list before relying on these figures.
What Aggregate Do You Need for RMU?
In the 2025 cycle, RMU closed at 93.93% (Open Merit). Merit moved from 92.32% (2024) to 93.93% (2025), so a realistic target is to clear last year's closing aggregate with a margin.
- Safe: above 93.93% aggregate.
- Borderline: within ~0.5% of 93.93% — depends on this cycle's applicant pool.
- Unlikely on open merit: below 92.93% — 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: 350
- Annual fee: PKR 25,000 – 45,000 (excl. hostel/mess)
Eligibility
- FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks
- Qualifying UHS-MDCAT score (≥55%)
- Domicile / provincial quota requirements as published by RMU
- Age, medical fitness & character certificate per PMDC
Application Process
- Appear in UHS-MDCAT and clear the cutoff.
- Apply on the central admissions portal for UHS-MDCAT.
- Submit FSc, Matric, MDCAT, domicile and CNIC documents.
- Wait for the merit list; confirm seat & deposit dues at RMU.
Important Dates 2026
Admission cycle typically opens after the UHS-MDCAT result. Confirm exact dates on the official site.
FAQs
What was the 2025 closing merit?
93.93% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
UHS-MDCAT.
How many MBBS seats?
350.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 25,000 – 45,000.
Will you get into RMU?
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