Last Updated: 29 October 2026
Author: Muhammad Imran – Educativz.com
Sources: the advertisement published in Jang Karachi on 29 October 2026, plus APP report on the 2025 programme and Dental Tribune Pakistan report on the 2024 batch
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Quick answer: The Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD), part of the International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS), University of Karachi, will run its month-long Internship Program for Medical and Dental Students from 1 to 31 December 2026. Final-year MBBS / BDS students apply by email to iccbsinternship@gmail.com before 10 November 2026. It is a four-week, unpaid research placement. Everything below is checked against the ad and against reports on earlier batches.
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ICCBS PCMD Internship December 2026: at a glance
| Organisation | Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD), ICCBS, University of Karachi (Karachi-75270) |
| Programme | Internship Program for Medical and Dental Students |
| Dates | 1 – 31 December 2026 (selected candidates are placed in PCMD sections for 4 weeks) |
| Who | Final-year students of MBBS / BDS (the ad’s opening line also mentions recent medical and dental graduates) |
| Apply by | 10 November 2026 (email only) |
| iccbsinternship@gmail.com (as printed in the ad) | |
| Send | Area of interest, last year’s (2025) mark sheet / marks proforma, recommendation letter from the Head of Department, CV |
| Pay | None: “no payment will be made to the selected internees” |
| Selection | Only selected candidates are informed (no interview or test details given) |
| Source | Jang Karachi, page 7, 29 October 2026 |
What is the PCMD internship?
PCMD was established in 2004 and trains young scientists in genomics, proteomics, stem cells, virology and drug research. The ad says the internship gives medical and dental students “an opportunity to be involved in research activities at the molecular and cellular levels”, so that they pick up basic skills in clinically relevant research: forming research questions, choosing methods, and interpreting results critically. It is not a hospital house job and not a clinical posting. It is a short, hands-on look at laboratory research.
The ad also says ICCBS is a WHO collaborating centre and UNESCO-affiliated institute and has won the Islamic Development Bank Prize (2004 and 2010). Six of its centres are declared Sindh Government Healthcare Research Centers. Interns may be placed across these units, as in earlier years:
- Dr. Panjwani Center for Molecular Medicine and Drug Research (PCMD)
- Pharmaceutical Testing Laboratories
- Jamil-ur-Rahman Center for Genomics Research
- National Institute of Virology
- Sino-Pakistan Traditional Medicine Research Center
- Center for Bioequivalence Studies and Clinical Research
Nine research areas on offer
The 2026 ad lists these areas. Choose the one that fits your interest and name it in your email:
AI in Health Sciences Bioequivalence Studies Genomics Immunology and Microbiology Molecular and Structural Biology Pharmacology Proteomics Stem Cell Research Virology
New in 2026: “AI in Health Sciences” is on the list this year. The 2025 notice reported by APP named 11 areas (bioinformatics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology and others as separate items) and did not list AI. The 2026 ad merges some areas, so check the wording before you write your email.
Who can apply?
- Final-year MBBS or BDS students. This is the 2026 ad’s wording.
- The ad’s first paragraph also speaks of “recent medical and dental graduates”. Earlier APP coverage (2025) likewise said recent graduates and MBBS/BDS students could apply. If you have just graduated, email the programme and ask instead of assuming.
- Students of recognised medical and dental colleges have attended before. The 2024 batch came from seven institutions including Dow University of Health Sciences, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Isra University Hyderabad, Fatima Jinnah Dental College and Karachi Medical and Dental College.
- No age limit, CGPA or fee is mentioned in the ad.
Documents to send
| Item | Tip |
| Area of interest | One line naming the area from the list above, e.g. “Virology” or “Stem Cell Research” |
| Last year’s (2025) mark sheet / marks proforma | Your most recent professional exam result. A marks proforma is the department’s printed summary of marks. |
| Recommendation letter from your Head of Department | On college letterhead, signed and stamped. Ask for it now: HoDs take a few days, and the deadline is 10 November. |
| CV | One page. List your year, college, marks, any research or presentations, and a phone number you answer. |
How to apply (step by step)
Pick one of the nine areas and note why: a short sentence on interest or a related project is enough.
Scan your 2025 mark sheet / marks proforma, the HoD recommendation letter and your CV as clear PDFs.
Copy it exactly as printed in the ad: iccbsinternship@gmail.com. The ad is small print, so compare it with the original image above before sending.
Put your name and “Internship December 2026” in the subject. Use the sample below.
Do not wait for the last day. Keep the “sent” email and the scans.
The ad says selected candidates will be informed. It does not give a date. Check your inbox and spam folder through November.
Sample application email (copy and edit)
To: iccbsinternship@gmail.com
Subject: Internship Application December 2026 – [Your Name] – [MBBS/BDS] Final Year
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a final-year [MBBS/BDS] student at [College Name, University]. I would like to apply for the PCMD Internship Program for Medical and Dental Students (1–31 December 2026), advertised in Jang on 29 October 2026.
Area of interest: [e.g. Genomics].
I have attached my 2025 mark sheet / marks proforma, a recommendation letter from the Head of Department and my CV. I understand that the internship is unpaid and lasts four weeks.
Thank you for your consideration.
[Name], [phone], [email]
What previous batches did
This programme has run every December. Public reports show what to expect:
- 2023 batch: 20 final-year MBBS/BDS students and graduates; certificates were given by ICCBS Director Prof. Dr. Farzana Shaheen (BOL News).
- 2024 batch: 13 participants who received internship certificates at a ceremony at ICCBS; the programme was organised by Prof. Dr. Asmat Salim and team (Dental Tribune Pakistan).
- 2025 batch: 1–31 December 2025, apply by 2 November 2025, no stipend (APP).
- Group sizes are small (13 in 2024), so selection is competitive.
It is unpaid: is it worth it?
Honest answer: only if you want research exposure. There is no stipend, accommodation, food or travel support mentioned. If you live outside Karachi, budget for a month of rent and travel.
- Good for: students thinking about MPhil/PhD, a research career or a molecular-medicine CV. Time in a lab with a certificate is a real plus on a residency or scholarship application.
- Not for: anyone who needs income or hopes for a job offer. The ad promises neither. A certificate is customary (past batches got one) but the 2026 ad does not state it.
- Check your own college rules: some colleges count December as holidays, some do not. Ask your principal or HoD before applying.
What we could not confirm
The official ICCBS website did not load on our network when we checked on 29 October 2026, so the details above come from the printed advertisement and from earlier public reports. Not confirmed: (1) whether recent graduates may apply in 2026 as the ad’s first paragraph suggests, (2) the selection method and result date, (3) whether a certificate will be given, (4) exact seat count, (5) the placement location for each area. Please write to the email above with questions before the deadline.
Karna / Nahi karna
Karna ✅
- Apply early, a week before 10 November if you can.
- Get the HoD letter first: it is the slowest item.
- Mention a specific area and one line on why.
- Attach PDFs under a few MB each, with clear names (e.g. Name_Marksheet.pdf).
- Keep a copy of the sent email.
Nahi karna ❌
- Do not send money to anyone for a “seat”. The ad asks for no fee.
- Do not trust WhatsApp numbers or agents claiming to “guarantee” selection. Use only the email in the original ad.
- Do not send original documents. Send scans only.
- Do not expect a salary or a job offer.
- Do not apply with someone else’s HoD letter or an incomplete set of documents.
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ICCBS PCMD Internship 2026: FAQs
What is the last date for the ICCBS internship December 2026 (October 2026 notice)?
10 November 2026, by email to iccbsinternship@gmail.com.
Is the PCMD internship paid?
No. The ad says no payment will be made to selected candidates.
Who can apply for the PCMD internship?
Final-year MBBS and BDS students. The ad’s intro also mentions recent medical and dental graduates; confirm with the programme before applying if you have graduated.
How long is the internship?
Four weeks, within 1 to 31 December 2026, in various PCMD sections.
What documents are needed?
Your area of interest, last year’s (2025) mark sheet or marks proforma, a recommendation letter from your Head of Department and a CV.
Where is it held?
At PCMD and ICCBS, University of Karachi, Karachi-75270.
Do interns get a certificate?
Earlier batches (2023 and 2024) received internship certificates. The 2026 ad does not mention one.
Can students from outside Karachi apply?
The ad does not restrict it. Earlier batches included students from Hyderabad as well as Karachi. No accommodation is mentioned, so plan your own stay.
Disclaimer: Educativz.com is not ICCBS or the University of Karachi. This article is based on the published advertisement and public news reports. Verify details with ICCBS before you apply.
