Ziauddin Medical University (ZU) — Admissions, Fees & Merit 2026
Karachi, Sindh · Private · Established 1995 · Official site
Overview
Ziauddin Medical University is a private medical institution in Karachi, Sindh. It admits MBBS students through the PMDC-MDCAT route.
- Three Ziauddin tertiary hospitals across Karachi
- Modular integrated curriculum
- Early clinical exposure from year 1
Admission Criteria
Merit at ZU is computed under the standard PMDC weightage: Matric 10% + FSc/HSSC 40% + PMDC-MDCAT 50%. Minimum FSc 60% and MDCAT 55% are required to be eligible.
Closing Merit (Multi-Year)
| Year | Closing Aggregate | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 78.5% | Self-Finance |
Source: official ZU merit list. Earlier-year rows can be added as historical data is published.
Fees & Seats
- MBBS seats: 150
- BDS seats: 50
- Annual fee: PKR 1,400,000 – 1,600,000 (excl. hostel/mess)
Eligibility
- FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks
- Qualifying PMDC-MDCAT score (≥55%)
- Domicile / provincial quota requirements as published by ZU
- Age, medical fitness & character certificate per PMDC
Application Process
- Appear in PMDC-MDCAT and clear the cutoff.
- Apply on the central admissions portal for PMDC-MDCAT.
- Submit FSc, Matric, MDCAT, domicile and CNIC documents.
- Wait for the merit list; confirm seat & deposit dues at ZU.
Important Dates 2026
Admission cycle typically opens after the PMDC-MDCAT result. Confirm exact dates on the official site.
FAQs
What was the 2024 closing merit?
78.5% on Self-Finance.
Which entry test is required?
PMDC-MDCAT.
How many MBBS seats?
150 MBBS and 50 BDS.
What is the annual fee?
PKR 1,400,000 – 1,600,000.
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