The test for BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) programs in Pakistan is the National Medical and Dental College Admission Test (NMDCAT).
NMDCAT Overview
The NMDCAT is a standardized, paper-based test that serves as a pre-requisite for admission into both MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) and BDS programs at public and private medical and dental colleges in Pakistan. It is administered by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) and NUMS (National University of Medical Sciences).
Skills Tested
The NMDCAT evaluates candidates on the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- English language
- Logical reasoning
Purpose
The primary purpose of the NMDCAT is to assess a candidate's aptitude and knowledge in subjects relevant to medical and dental education, thereby determining their eligibility for admission into MBBS and BDS programs.
