Khyber Medical University Peshawar Admission MBBS BDS Admissions 2026
Admission Details - KMU MBBS BDS Admissions 2026
Khyber Medical University KMU Peshawar MBBS & BDS Admissions 2026-27
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University Introduction – KMU Peshawar
Khyber Medical University (KMU), Peshawar, is a prestigious public-sector health sciences university in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, committed to excellence in academics and research. As the admitting university for public sector medical and dental colleges in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, KMU has announced admissions for MBBS and BDS programs for the session 2026-27.
◆ A public-sector university recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC).
◆ Check latest admissions in KPK for more opportunities.
◆ KMU is conducting centralized and transparent admissions for MBBS/BDS in all public and private sector medical and dental colleges of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
◆ Admissions are also available on reciprocal seats for candidates from Punjab, Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), and Gilgit-Baltistan.
◆ The admission process is fully paperless and online through the KMU admissions website.
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Participating Medical & Dental Colleges
Medical Colleges of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
◆ Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
◆ Bacha Khan Medical College, Mardan
◆ Bannu Medical College, Bannu
◆ Gajju Khan Medical College, Swabi
◆ Gomal Medical College, D.I. Khan
◆ Khyber Medical College, Peshawar
◆ Khyber Girls Medical College, Peshawar
◆ Nowshera Medical College, Nowshera
◆ Saidu Medical College, Swat
◆ KMU Institute of Medical Sciences, Kohat
Dental Colleges of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
◆ Bacha Khan Dental College, Mardan
◆ Dental College, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
◆ Khyber College of Dentistry, Peshawar
◆ Saidu College of Dentistry, Swat
Reciprocal Seats in Punjab, AJK & Gilgit-Baltistan
◆ Azad Jammu & Kashmir Medical College, Muzaffarabad
◆ Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College, Mirpur
◆ Nishtar Medical College, Multan
◆ Punjab Medical College, Faisalabad
◆ Sheikh Zayed Medical College, Rahim Yar Khan
KMU Institute of Medical & Dental Sciences, Kohat
◆ KMU Institute of Medical Sciences, Kohat
◆ KMU Institute of Dental Sciences, Kohat
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Eligibility Criteria for KMU MBBS & BDS
To be eligible for admission, candidates must meet the following requirements:
◆ Academic Qualification: Minimum 60% marks in Higher Secondary School Certificate or FSc (Pre-Medical) with 12th grade or equivalent qualification from any BISE in Pakistan or abroad.
◆ MDCAT: The candidate must have passed the Medical & Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) – 2024, 2025, or 2026 with minimum 55% marks for MBBS and 50% marks for BDS.
◆ Domicile: Candidates must have domicile of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa or Merged Districts (MDs).
◆ For complete eligibility details, please visit the official KMU website.
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Merit Criteria for KMU
The weightage criteria for calculation of Aggregate Percentage shall be as follows:
◆ Secondary School Certificate (SSC) or equivalent: 10%
◆ Intermediate Pre-Medical (HSSC) or equivalent: 40%
◆ Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT): 50%
Use the PakAdmissions Aggregate Calculator to calculate your aggregate instantly and assess your admission chances. For last year's closing merits, visit PakAdmissions Med Merit .
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Entry Test Details for KMU
◆ MDCAT 2024, 2025, or 2026 is mandatory for admission.
◆ Minimum 55% marks required for MBBS and 50% marks for BDS.
◆ You may check MDCAT practice tests for preparation.
◆ Read the MDCAT Complete Guide for syllabus, eligibility, and preparation tips.
◆ For complete test information, please visit the official KMU website.
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Admission Schedule for KMU
★ Availability of Admission Form Online: 29 September 2026
★ Last Date for Submission of Admission Form: 21 October 2026
★ Medical Board of Specialty (for specified categories) – Display of List: 23 October 2026
★ Display of Provisional Merit List: 30 October 2026
★ Online Submission of Objections/Claims Regarding Provisional Merit List: 01 November 2026
★ Meeting of Appellate Scrutiny Committee for Objections/Claims/Complaints: 04 November 2026
★ Display of Final Merit List: 12 November 2026
★ Placement in Various Categories (MBBS & BDS): 16 November 2026
★ Placement in Various Categories (MBBS & BDS – Second Round): 01 December 2026
★ Third Round of Placement on All Vacant Seats: 15 December 2026
★ Check public sector admissions for similar opportunities.
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Application Process for KMU
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Visit the official KMU admission portal: cas.kmu.edu.pk .
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Register your account with a valid CNIC and email address.
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Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
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Upload scanned copies of all required documents.
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Pay the application processing fee as specified.
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Submit your online application before 21 October 2026.
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Check the merit list for your admission status.
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If selected, deposit the fee within three working days.
→ KMU has become a paperless university; hard copies of application forms will not be accepted. Candidates must apply online through the KMU admissions website.
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Required Documents for KMU
✓ SSC / Matric Certificate and DMC
✓ HSSC / FSc (Pre-Medical) Certificate and DMC
✓ MDCAT 2024, 2025, or 2026 Score Card
✓ Domicile Certificate (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Merged Districts)
✓ CNIC or B-Form
✓ Recent passport-size photographs
✓ Character Certificate from last attended institution
✓ Equivalence Certificate (for foreign qualifications)
✓ Any additional documents specified on the admission portal
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Important Instructions for Applicants
◆ Incomplete or deficient application forms shall not be entertained.
◆ No admission forms will be accepted by hand or through mail/courier.
◆ Applicants from MDs/Ex-FATA and B areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa shall submit their certificates of loci of institutions as per specimen uploaded on the KMU admissions website.
◆ Applicants shall list college(s) for admission in order of priority in the desired fields provided in the online form.
◆ Applicants selected for any category shall have to deposit their fee after receiving the admission offer letter within three working days in KMU account. Candidates failing to do so will be considered for admission in the next category.
◆ The allocation of seats for various categories in respective Medical/Dental Colleges is available on the website.
◆ Those eligible for applying against Open Merit Seats can also apply for admission against MBBS reciprocal seats available for domicile holders of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
◆ Any candidate found to have submitted forged certificates or fake documents/information at any stage of admission shall be debarred from admission to any Medical/Dental institution under the rules.
◆ No separate call letters will be issued for interview/placement of candidates.
◆ All information will be available on the official website and official Facebook page of KMU.
◆ For any assistance, contact the KMU admission office during working hours.
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Contact Information for KMU
❖ Website: Khyber Medical University Official Site
❖ Admission Portal: cas.kmu.edu.pk
❖ Phone: 091-9217703
❖ Fax: 091-9217704
❖ Address: Phase 5, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
❖ Chairman: Provincial Admission Committee Khyber Pakhtunkhwa / Vice Chancellor, Khyber Medical University, Peshawar
❖ For any assistance, contact the admission office during working hours.
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