The Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) 2024 was held smoothly across Punjab on Sunday, organized by the University of Health Sciences (UHS).
Key Statistics
A total of 58,379 candidates participated in the test, comprising 40,363 females and 18,016 males. The examination took place at 26 centres located in 12 major cities of Punjab, including Lahore, and lasted for three and a half hours.
Candidates arrived early, with many reaching their designated centres by 7:00 am, although entry was officially permitted from 8:00 am. The centres were sealed at 9:00 am under Section 144, which prohibited unauthorized persons from entering. The test commenced promptly at 10:00 am and was conducted peacefully throughout all locations.
UHS MDCAT Answer Keys
In a highly anticipated move, UHS released the answer keys just hours after the examination, alleviating some of the anxiety felt by candidates and their families.
Complete Answer Keys for MDCAT 2024:
Total MBBS and BDS Seats in Punjab
In Punjab, there are 16 public sector medical colleges offering a total of 3,376 MBBS seats, while three public dental colleges provide 240 BDS seats. Furthermore, 49 private sector institutions have 4,000 MBBS and 1,025 BDS seats available.
MDCAT 2024 Final Results Date
Reports indicate that the results for MDCAT 2024 are anticipated to be announced on September 28 (Saturday). However, an official confirmation regarding the exact date for results declaration is still awaited.
The final date for the MDCAT 2024 results will be communicated to candidates as soon as it is officially announced by the university. The admission process will begin following the declaration of final results by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC).
Conclusion
The successful execution of the MDCAT 2024 reflects UHS’s commitment to maintaining high standards in medical education. As candidates await their results, the focus will soon shift to the subsequent admission process, which is crucial for aspiring medical and dental students in Punjab.
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