Sheikh Zayed Medical College (SZMC) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab · Public · Established 2003 · Official site
Overview
Sheikh Zayed Medical College is a public medical institution in Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab. It admits MBBS students through the UHS-MDCAT route.
- UAE-funded campus & Sheikh Zayed Hospital
- Among the most affordable public colleges
- Excellent rural-medicine exposure
Admission Criteria
Merit at SZMC 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 | 93.54% | Open Merit |
| 2024 | 91.15% | Open Merit |
Source: official SZMC 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: 150
- Annual fee: PKR 24,000 – 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 SZMC
- 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 SZMC.
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?
93.54% on Open Merit.
Which entry test is required?
UHS-MDCAT.
How many MBBS seats?
150.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 24,000 – 45,000.
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