Last Updated: 9 November 2026
Author: Muhammad Imran – Educativz.com
Source: Health Department, Government of Sindh / Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU) Karachi advertisement “Admission for MBBS & BDS, Academic Session 2026-27”, ref. INF/KRY/5035/26, published in Dawn (8 Nov 2026, page 116, Dawn e-paper). Official sites: jsmu.edu.pk and pmdc.pk (MDCAT rules).
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Last date to apply: Tuesday, 24 November 2026. Applications are invited from 10 November 2026, so you have about 15 days from 9 November. Incomplete applications and applications submitted after the last date will NOT be accepted.
Quick answer: Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU) is the admitting university for all private medical and dental universities / colleges of Sindh (MBBS and BDS, session 2026-27). You apply once, online, through JSMU, pay a Rs 5,000 processing fee voucher in any HBL branch, and give your order of choice for the private colleges. You need HSSC Pre-Medical with at least 60% and a valid MDCAT (2024 / 2025 / 2026) with at least 55% for MBBS or 50% for BDS. There are 14 MBBS and 11 BDS colleges in the list.
MBBS + BDS 2026-27 Private colleges of Sindh Rs 5,000 HBL voucher MDCAT 55% MBBS / 50% BDS Opens 10 Nov 2026 Last date 24 Nov 2026
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JSMU MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27 (Private Colleges of Sindh) at a Glance
| Admitting university | Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU), Karachi, authorised by the Health Department, Government of Sindh |
| Authority | Order NO.SO(ME) 1-1-AP/2026-27 dated 25 May 2026 (committee constituted by Health Department, Govt. of Sindh) |
| Advertisement | INF/KRY/5035/26, Dawn, 8 Nov 2026, page 116 |
| Programmes | MBBS and BDS, academic session 2026-27 |
| Who it covers | All private medical and dental universities / colleges of Sindh listed below |
| Applications invited from | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 24 November 2026 |
| Apply | Online application form on the JSMU website (www.jsmu.edu.pk) with all documents and fee voucher |
| Processing fee | Rs 5,000 voucher, payable in any branch of HBL |
| Queries | admissions@jsmu.edu.pk | 021-99205185, Ext: 1058, 1052 |
| Address | Vice Chancellor / Chairman Admission Committee, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Rafiqui H.J. Shaheed Road, Karachi |
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Is the portal open yet? The ad says applications are invited from 10 November 2026, which is the day after this article. On 9 November, the JSMU home page and “Admissions 2026-2027” page list MBBS & BDS public-sector and overseas items, but we did not see a separate private-sector application link yet. Check www.jsmu.edu.pk on or after 10 November and use only the link published there.
MBBS and BDS Colleges Covered by JSMU (Alphabetical, as Printed)
The ad lists the following colleges. The ad prints the city / location with each name; we show it in its own column. Note that the printed spelling is kept (for example “Al Tibri”, “Isra”).
Private Medical Universities / Colleges (MBBS): 14
| # | MBBS college | City |
| 1 | Al Tibri Medical College | Karachi |
| 2 | Baqai Medical University | Karachi |
| 3 | Hamdard College of Medicine | Karachi |
| 4 | Indus Medical College | Tando Muhammad Khan |
| 5 | Isra University | Hyderabad |
| 6 | Jinnah Medical & Dental College | Karachi |
| 7 | Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry | Karachi |
| 8 | Liaquat National Medical College, Stadium Road | Karachi |
| 9 | Muhammad Medical College | Mirpurkhas |
| 10 | Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls | Karachi |
| 11 | Suleman Roshan Medical College | Tando Adam |
| 12 | United Medical & Dental College | Karachi |
| 13 | Ziauddin Medical College, Ziauddin University | Karachi |
| 14 | Ziauddin Medical College, Ziauddin University | Sukkur |
Private Dental Universities / Colleges (BDS): 11
| # | BDS college | City |
| 1 | Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine | Karachi |
| 2 | Baqai Medical University | Karachi |
| 3 | Bhitai Dental & Medical College | Mirpurkhas |
| 4 | Fatima Jinnah Dental College | Karachi |
| 5 | Hamdard College of Dentistry | Karachi |
| 6 | Isra Dental College | Hyderabad |
| 7 | Jinnah Medical & Dental College | Karachi |
| 8 | Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry | Karachi |
| 9 | Muhammad Dental College | Mirpurkhas |
| 10 | Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls | Karachi |
| 11 | Ziauddin Dental College, Ziauddin University | Karachi |
Colleges offering both MBBS and BDS in the list: Baqai Medical University, Jinnah Medical & Dental College, Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry and Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls appear on both lists. The ad says candidates must fill a separate form for MBBS and BDS programme of the same college, if any.
Eligibility: HSSC Pre-Medical 60% and MDCAT 55% (MBBS) / 50% (BDS)
- Education: passed Intermediate / HSSC Pre-Medical or an equivalent examination (e.g. A-level, 12th grade) with a minimum of 60% marks.
- MDCAT: as per PM&DC regulations, you must have passed MDCAT 2024 / 2025 / 2026 (last 3 years) with a minimum passing percentage of 55% for MBBS and 50% for BDS.
- Policy changes: if the concerned Government or regulatory body changes policy or issues additional directives at any time, they will be applicable at once.
- Two programmes, two forms: candidates must fill a separate form for the MBBS and BDS programme of the same college, if any.
| Programme | Minimum HSSC / equivalent | Minimum MDCAT (PM&DC) |
| MBBS | Pre-Medical, 60% | 55% (MDCAT 2024 / 2025 / 2026) |
| BDS | Pre-Medical, 60% | 50% (MDCAT 2024 / 2025 / 2026) |
Key Dates: 10 November to 24 November 2026
| Event | Date |
| Order of Health Department, Govt. of Sindh | 25 May 2026 (NO.SO(ME) 1-1-AP/2026-27) |
| Date of inviting applications | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 24 November 2026 |
| Merit list / counselling / classes start | Not printed in the ad: watch jsmu.edu.pk |
How to Apply: Step by Step
Confirm HSSC Pre-Medical (or A-level / 12th grade equivalent) with 60% and your MDCAT percentage (55% MBBS / 50% BDS). MDCAT must be from 2024, 2025 or 2026.
The ad says the prospectus will be available on each concerned university / college website. Read the fee and seat details there.
Go to www.jsmu.edu.pk from 10 November 2026 and follow the online procedure for private-sector MBBS & BDS admission.
Fill it online and submit it online with all required documents. If you want both MBBS and BDS of a college, fill a separate form for each programme.
Aspiring candidates for MBBS and BDS are directed to fill the order of their choice / preference for all private medical or dental colleges. Think about this carefully before you submit.
Pay the processing fee voucher of Rs 5,000/- in any branch of HBL and keep the paid copy.
Complete and submit before the last date. Incomplete or late applications are not accepted.
Rs 5,000 Processing Fee Voucher (HBL)
- The ad prints a processing fee of Rs 5,000/- only by voucher, deposited in any branch of HBL.
- The ad does not say whether this fee is refundable, and it does not give the tuition / admission fee of any college. See each college prospectus.
- Keep the paid voucher copy until you finish all JSMU steps.
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Rules Printed in the Ad
- Incomplete applications and those submitted after the last date will NOT be accepted.
- Apply online through JSMU, with all required documents and the processing fee.
- Candidates must fill the order of their choice / preference for all private medical or dental colleges.
- No personal contacts will be entertained. Do not approach anyone; use the official email and phone numbers only.
- Policy changes apply at once: any new directive of the Government or a regulatory body will be applicable immediately.
What the Advertisement Does NOT Print
| Item | Status |
| Number of seats per college | Not printed |
| Tuition / admission fee of each college | Not printed: see each college prospectus |
| Fee refund rule for the Rs 5,000 voucher | Not printed |
| Merit formula (HSSC vs MDCAT weightage) | Not printed: check JSMU notices and PM&DC |
| Merit list, counselling and joining dates | Not printed |
| Documents checklist | Not printed: “details of online procedure” are on www.jsmu.edu.pk |
| Direct portal link | Not printed: only www.jsmu.edu.pk is given |
| Reserved / quota seats (overseas, self-finance etc.) | Not printed |
Karna / Nahi Karna
| Karna (Do) | Nahi Karna (Don’t) |
| Start from 10 Nov 2026 and submit well before 24 Nov 2026 | Don’t wait for the last day: portals and bank branches get crowded |
| Check that your MDCAT is from 2024, 2025 or 2026 and above 55% (MBBS) / 50% (BDS) | Don’t apply if your MDCAT is older or below the minimum |
| Read each college’s prospectus on its own website | Don’t assume fees or seats are the same in every college |
| Think about your order of choice before you submit | Don’t fill the preference list in a hurry |
| Fill separate forms for MBBS and BDS of the same college | Don’t expect one form to cover both programmes |
| Pay only the Rs 5,000 HBL voucher generated for you and keep a copy | Don’t pay agents or “consultants”; the ad says no personal contacts are entertained |
| Use www.jsmu.edu.pk, admissions@jsmu.edu.pk and 021-99205185 for queries | Don’t trust unofficial links shared on social media |
JSMU MBBS & BDS Admission 2026-27: FAQs (November 2026)
What is the last date for MBBS & BDS admission in private colleges of Sindh in November 2026?
24 November 2026. Applications are invited from 10 November 2026.
Who conducts admission in private medical and dental colleges of Sindh?
Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU) Karachi, authorised by the Health Department, Government of Sindh, as the admitting university for all private medical and dental universities / colleges of Sindh.
How do I apply?
Fill the online application form on the JSMU website (www.jsmu.edu.pk), submit it online with all required documents and the processing fee voucher, and fill your order of choice for the colleges.
What is the processing fee?
Rs 5,000/- (voucher), payable in any branch of HBL. The ad does not say if it is refundable.
What are the minimum marks for MDCAT?
55% for MBBS and 50% for BDS, as per PM&DC regulations. MDCAT 2024, 2025 or 2026 (last three years) is accepted.
What are the minimum Intermediate / HSSC marks?
A minimum of 60% in Intermediate / HSSC Pre-Medical or an equivalent examination (such as A-level or 12th grade).
Can I apply for both MBBS and BDS?
Yes, but the ad says candidates must fill a separate form for the MBBS and BDS programme of the same college, if any.
Do I need to give a choice order of colleges?
Yes. The ad directs candidates to fill the order of their choice / preference for all private medical or dental colleges.
Which colleges are covered?
14 MBBS colleges and 11 BDS colleges of Sindh, including Baqai, Hamdard, Liaquat, Jinnah Medical & Dental, Ziauddin (Karachi and Sukkur), Isra (Hyderabad), Indus (Tando Muhammad Khan), Suleman Roshan (Tando Adam) and Mirpurkhas colleges. See the tables above.
Is the college prospectus available?
The ad says the prospectus will be available on each concerned university / college website.
Are late or incomplete applications accepted?
No. Incomplete applications and those submitted after the last date will not be accepted.
How many seats are there and what are the college fees?
The ad does not print seats or fees. Check each college prospectus and JSMU notices.
Will new rules apply to me?
Yes. The ad says that if the Government or a regulatory body changes policy or issues additional directives, they will be applicable at once.
Who can I contact for queries?
Email admissions@jsmu.edu.pk or call 021-99205185, Ext: 1058, 1052. The ad says no personal contacts will be entertained.
Is the JSMU portal open already?
The ad invites applications from 10 November 2026. On 9 November we did not see a private-sector application link on jsmu.edu.pk; check the site on or after 10 November.
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Disclaimer: Educativz.com is not JSMU, the Health Department or PM&DC. We read the advertisement published in Dawn (8 November 2026, page 116) and checked every figure at zoom. Confirm all details on www.jsmu.edu.pk and pmdc.pk before applying.
