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Medical College Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Programme Admission Information 2016-2017

THE UNIVERSITY Chartered in 1983, the Aga Khan University (AKU) is an international private university that currently operates in South and Central Asia, East Africa and the United Kingdom. AKU occupies a pivotal place in the Aga Khan Development Network, a group of development agencies working under the leadership of His Highness the Aga Khan, and contributes in major ways to social development. AKU prioritises higher education and research initiatives relevant to the problems of the societies in which it operates, generally in the developing world. Through on-going partnerships with prestigious institutions worldwide, AKU brings international expertise to bear upon the establishment and enhancement of its current and future programmes and services. With a growing programme offering, in addition to our existing five campuses spread over three continents, we are planning three new faculties and seven graduate schools to deliver a range of educational choices in an environment that respects cultural diversity. Our merit-based, transparent admissions process and need-based financial assistance programme attempts to ensure that a diversity of high calibre students are able to attend the programmes at AKU. 1

THE MEDICAL COLLEGE The Medical College offers a five-year undergraduate programme leading to the degree of Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). The programme is designed to equip students with appropriate knowledge, skills, attitudes, values and behaviour necessary to understand and influence factors that affect the health of individuals and communities. AKU attaches great emphasis to the professional, personal and intellectual development of students, so that its medical graduates become contributory members and leaders of society. As leaders in the area of medical and health education, the University s MBBS programme of study maintains high quality and flexibility that allows students to develop more broadly and function effectively. The College curriculum is based on the principles of adult learning and incorporates current evidence-based medical education concepts. In addition, the MBBS curriculum uses multiple modes of learning, with emphasis on problem-based learning (PBL) and early clinical contact, with a gradual shift in focus to patient-based learning using best evidence practice in later years. Electives in a wide variety of subjects each year will increase opportunities for broader intellectual development. Students will have opportunities to work in clinical teams at the Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), as well as in the national and community-oriented health services operating in urban and rural populations. The curricular objectives of the Medical College include clinical competence in community settings and hospitals, as well as assessment of health and prevention of disease in communities through primary health care programmes monitored by AKU in a number of urban squatter settlements. Agreements with leading academic institutions, such as Harvard University in the United States, McGill and McMaster universities in Canada and the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, have contributed to faculty and curriculum development. Recent affiliations include collaborations with the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, University of Waterloo, University of Calgary, University of British Columbia in Canada and University of Alabama in the United States. These partnerships enable advanced training and research, specifically in areas where such opportunities are not available in Pakistan. 3

ADMISSION TO AKU Admission to the MBBS programme is based on merit and potential for leadership. Merit will be assessed by several criteria including scholastic achievements, performance in the AKU Test and interviews, productive use of time and other experiences indicating potential for leadership. Under its charter, Aga Khan University is open to all academically qualified candidates of either gender, regardless of religion, race, creed, colour or domicile and no such person shall be denied the privileges of the University on any of these grounds. Students from anywhere in Pakistan and overseas may apply. There are no quotas, reserved seats or admissions against donations. Merit-based admissions are open to candidates from across the world. ADMISSION TO THE MBBS PROGRAMME In order to be eligible to apply for admission, candidates must meet the University s minimum academic eligibility requirements as specified in this brochure for the different systems of education. Candidates are also required to comply with the requirements of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) as applicable to the different systems of education. [Please review PMDC website www.pmdc.org.pk for details]. Fulfilment of basic eligibility requirements or a high academic score in any single discipline or any other outstanding achievement alone is not sufficient for selection. Candidates and their parents or supporters who expect their candidature to be strong enough to warrant selection are advised that the outcome of the selection process cannot be anticipated at any stage. The University will evaluate applications on the basis of the candidate s achievements in the most current academic qualification. Experience over the years has shown that competition for admission is intense. Candidates are advised in their own interest to apply to other institutions as well. 4

As English is the medium of instruction at AKU, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence in English comprehension and expression, both written and verbal. It is in the best interest of students, particularly from overseas, to have a working knowledge of Urdu. The University would also make necessary arrangements for acculturation and strengthening of language skills through coaching. It should be noted that all candidates applying to the MBBS programme will be required to successfully complete the University s admission processes in addition to any PMDC regulations applicable at the time of admission. This may include submission of test scores conducted by agencies at the National or Provincial level. PROVISIONAL APPLICATIONS The Aga Khan University will accept incomplete applications from candidates who will be writing their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) examinations / graduation / postgraduate examinations by the summer of 2016. All such applications will be evaluated for admission on a provisional basis. In cases where provisional admission is granted, candidates will be required to submit their pending HSSC examination or their graduation / postgraduate examination results in accordance with the minimum eligibility requirements by the dates specified in this brochure. It is the candidate s responsibility to ensure that pending results are received in the Admission Office according to the published schedule. No reminders are sent to candidates. REPEAT APPLICATIONS Candidates not successful in their first attempt may reapply for admission with additional information supporting their application. A candidate s most current academic qualification will be used for evaluation purposes. A fresh application together with necessary documentation must be submitted for a particular admission session. The University does not carry forward applications from one year to another. Candidates who are not successful in three attempts are ineligible to apply. 5

HOW TO APPLY Candidates must apply online by logging on to www.aku.edu/apply-online For assistance in completing the online application form, applicants are advised to go through the application guide available on this link. Only in situations where the online application is not accessible, candidates may request for a paper based application form by emailing the Admission Office at admissions.query@aku.edu The programme brochure and sample test paper may be downloaded from our website: www.aku.edu/registrar Candidates must note that in either case, whether applying online or submitting the pre-printed application; a hard copy of the following documents must be couriered to the Admission Office: a. PDF of the application submitted online or the completed paper based application form; b. Two photographs with your name labelled at the back. (please refer to photograph specification section) c. Attested photocopies of mark sheets / transcripts / statement of result as entered in the form. d. Attested photocopy of B Form / CNIC / NICOP for candidates applying from Pakistan or relevant pages of the passport for overseas applicants. e. A self-addressed envelope for your admit card which will be couriered to you. f. Original receipt of the application fee. The application fee for candidates applying from Pakistan: Rs. 5,500. For candidates who will be overseas during the application process: US$ 250. The application fee is non-refundable; candidates must ensure that they are eligible to apply for the programme before applying. The application fee may be paid online or as a bank draft in favour of The Aga Khan University. Cash, money orders, postal orders and personal cheques are not acceptable. (Please see mode of payment section for more details). 6

MODE OF PAYMENT The original deposit slip / bank acknowledgement receipt should be sent along with the application form to the Admission Office. You must send the original payment acknowledgment slip. Please do not send the payment request slip. For Candidates in Pakistan The payment can be made by a demand draft in favour of The Aga Khan University or by online deposit to any branch of the Soneri Bank. Banking Details for Pakistani Currency Title The Aga Khan University Account # 01021227508 Branch Code 0024 Branch The Aga Khan University Branch, Stadium Road, Karachi NTN # 1206240-5 For Candidates Overseas The payment can be made by a demand draft in favour of The Aga Khan University or by telex transfer / international cheque. Banking Details for Foreign Currency Telex Transfer / International Cheque Account Title The Aga Khan University Account # 0786-79014650-11 Bank Habib Bank Limited Branch Plaza Branch Branch Code 786 Swift Code HABBPKKA IBAN # PK11 HABB 0007 8679 0146 5011 Intermediary Bank Bank Habib Bank Limited, New York, USA SWIFT Code HABBUS33 ABA # ABA 026007809 7

PHOTOGRAPH SPECIFICATION Your photograph is a vital part of your application. Please follow these instructions carefully. Coloured photo with white background; Size: 1.5 x 2 inches Taken within the last one week to reflect your current appearance. The photo should show a clear, front view, full face of the person. Snapshots, mobile phone photos or low quality photos are not acceptable. 2 inch Sample of Photograph 1.5 inch If your photograph does not reflect your current appearance, even if it is not older than one week, the university will not allow you to write the AKU Test. HOW TO SUBMIT THE APPLICATION Applications will be accepted for admission to the first-year MBBS class only. These applications can be submitted online between March 14 and June 10, 2016. The completed paper based application or the online application form (PDF), application fee and the required documents will only be acceptable if sent by registered post or sent through a reliable courier service to the Admission Office at the following address: Office of the Registrar Medical College MBBS Programme Aga Khan University Stadium Road, Karachi 74800 Pakistan +92 21 3486 4410 / 4412 Applications will only be processed if the application is received through courier or registered post to the Admission Office by June 13, 2016. The University does not accept late applications. 8

Please ensure that you have complied with the instructions provided in this brochure. Incomplete applications will not be processed. It remains the responsibility of the candidate to complete the application requirements according to the published instructions and time schedule. The Admission Office will not send reminders. Once acknowledged, an application will not be returned. An application is incomplete if required documents are not included with the application. Aga Khan University reserves the right to admission; to revoke admission and registration if an application form is discovered to be inaccurate or incomplete, or if supporting documents are discovered to be fraudulent. Any candidate who presents a fraudulent document in support of an application for admission may be identified to other universities and colleges. ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FOR ELIGIBILITY The Medical College has no preference for any particular type of preparation and qualification. Candidates prepared in Urdu or English-medium institutions, in Pakistan or overseas, who have successfully completed or are in the process of completing their HSSC / graduate / postgraduate education and meet the eligibility criteria may apply. Candidates must present qualifications that are appropriate to the system of education in which they have been prepared. In addition to meeting minimum academic eligibility requirements as stated in this brochure for AKU, all candidates must meet the PMDC requirements for admission to Pakistan medical colleges. Brief details have been provided in this brochure. Candidates are encouraged to review the PMDC website (www.pmdc.org.pk) for detailed information. Candidates from Pakistan and overseas who have pursued diverse curricula and present different qualifications are evaluated in comparison with others presenting the same or similar qualifications. During evaluation no attempt is made to relate achievements in diverse educational systems to a numerical equivalent of the qualification in Pakistan. 9

EQUIVALENCE CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT Candidates following systems of education other than Pakistani Higher Secondary Certificate [pre-medical group] must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC). Candidates applying with pre-medical subjects (biology, chemistry and physics) from Pakistan and overseas This equivalence certificate must state that their High School qualification is equivalent to the High School pre-medical qualification in Pakistan with at least 60% achievement. Overseas candidates who have written mathematics in lieu of physics The equivalence certificate should verify that the candidates High School qualification is equivalent to a High School qualification in Pakistan with 60% achievement. For more details, please visit website www.ibcc.edu.pk AKU will only confirm admissions upon receipt of the IBCC equivalence and other requirements of admission as indicated in the offer letter. 10

Details about the minimum academic requirements for application are outlined here. For further clarification candidates are requested to write to mbbs.query@aku.edu PAKISTANI HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (HSSC) EDUCATION Candidates in this system should have achieved at least 60% in the HSSC in the pre-medical group. BRITISH OR EQUIVALENT ADVANCED LEVEL CERTIFICATES OF EDUCATION AT THE ORDINARY SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL Candidates should have satisfactorily completed at least six subjects including English, biology, chemistry and physics. The O-Level grade sheet must accompany the application. AT THE ADVANCED LEVEL OF THE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT For students studying / applying from Pakistan Candidates must have at least three subjects with a minimum grade of B in each subject. The subjects must include chemistry, biology and physics. For students studying / applying from overseas Candidates must have at least three subjects with a minimum grade of B in each subject. The subjects must include chemistry and biology; candidates may also apply with mathematics in lieu of physics. To meet Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) requirements, overseas candidates in addition to the equivalence certificate; must submit SAT II (subject test) in biology, chemistry and physics / mathematics. The PMDC minimum requirement is 550 in each subject. Please review PMDC website for more details: www.pmdc.org.pk The SAT II, Advance Placements and IBCC equivalence or conversion of grades into percentage will not be acceptable as a substitute for the Advanced Level grades. Advanced Subsidiary Level grades are not acceptable in lieu of Advanced Level grades. 11

AMERICAN AND CANADIAN HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA For students studying / applying from Pakistan Candidates in Pakistan following the American / Canadian system of education may apply if they meet the following criteria: Present evidence of satisfactory completion of the Higher Secondary School Certificate with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 on a 4-point scale or equivalent, 85% or Grade B as assessed by their home institution. Candidates who have completed their studies with an American High School Certificate from within Pakistan should have studied biology, chemistry and physics at Higher Secondary School level (grade 9 through 12). Candidates must submit SAT II (subject test) in biology, chemistry and physics. The minimum requirement is 650 in each subject. These minimum scores are required to meet AKU eligibility requirements. For students studying / applying from overseas Candidates from overseas following the American / Canadian system of education may apply if they meet the following criteria: Present evidence of satisfactory completion of Higher Secondary School Certificate with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 on a 4-point scale or equivalent, 85% or Grade B as assessed by their home institution. Candidates who have completed their studies overseas with an American / Canadian High School Certificate should have studied biology, chemistry; and physics or mathematics at the Higher Secondary School level (grade 9 through 12). Candidates must submit SAT II (subject test) in biology and chemistry; and physics or mathematics depending on their High School subjects. The minimum eligibility requirement is 650 in each subject. These minimum scores are required to meet AKU eligibility requirements. 12

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA Candidates with an International Baccalaureate (IB) may apply if they have achieved a minimum overall score of 32 points. Candidates applying from Pakistan and overseas should have studied biology and chemistry; and physics or mathematics at either the higher or the standard / subsidiary level. To meet Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) requirements, all candidates following the IB must submit in addition to the equivalence certificate, the SAT II (subject test) in biology and chemistry; and physics or mathematics. The PMDC minimum requirement is 550 in each subject. Please review PMDC website for more details: www.pmdc.org.pk OTHER INTERNATIONAL HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATES OF EDUCATION Candidates applying from systems of education not mentioned in the earlier sections will be considered only if they provide evidence of satisfactory completion of a Higher Secondary School Certificate of education / diploma with at least 60% achievement or equivalent. Equivalence from the IBCC stating that the qualifications are equivalent to the High School qualifications in Pakistan will be required. To meet Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) requirements, all candidates following other systems of education or equivalent, must submit SAT II (subject test) in biology, chemistry and physics / mathematics. The PMDC minimum requirement is 550 in each subject. Please review PMDC website for more details: www.pmdc.org.pk 13

GRADUATES AND POSTGRADUATES Candidates who have achieved a cumulative grade B or a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale or have achieved at least 60% marks or equivalent as assessed by their institution in their degree / diploma examination may apply. Candidates who are in the process of completing their degree by summer of 2016 may also apply. In addition, all eligible candidates must have at least 60% or equivalent in their Higher Secondary School Certificate examination. It will be necessary for candidates in Pakistan to have read biology, chemistry and physics as mandatory subjects at the Higher Secondary School level. Candidates who have studied high school overseas may apply with mathematics in lieu of physics. Please review PMDC website for more details: www.pmdc.org.pk For candidates who have completed two years of any undergraduate programme will be assessed on the basis of their High School certificate. These will need to be according to the eligibility requirements provided in this brochure. 14

THE AKU TEST AND ITS EQUIVALENT Candidates applying from Pakistan and those candidates following the Pakistani system of education from overseas Candidates resident in Pakistan, irrespective of the curriculum or system of education they have followed, and candidates pursuing the Pakistani system of education overseas, are required to write the AKU Test. Test questions are based on the Higher Secondary School Certificate curriculum in Pakistan. The curriculum is available within the Undergraduate Admission page at www.aku.edu/registrar. Candidates are advised in their own interest to go through the curriculum provided. Additional details about the AKU Test are provided in the sample test paper. The AKU Test includes an English language component, which aims to test candidates competency in English; a section on science and mathematical reasoning and a section on science achievement comprising of questions in biology, chemistry, and physics. The questions in this multiple-choice exam are designed to test recall of factual information, application of knowledge, deduction and problem-solving ability. The University does not provide any special preparation for its Test nor does it endorse or authorise any publication or preparatory classes for this purpose. The University reserves the right to evaluate the applications for shortlisting purposes on the criteria developed at the time. ISSUANCE OF THE ADMIT CARD Candidates will be issued an admit card to allow them to write the AKU Test. Where the admit card is not received 15 days before the date of the test; candidates must email the Admission Office for the required information and application details. To write the Test, in addition to the admit card, a Photo ID or appropriate documents for identification is required. The admit card will be issued to only those students who send photographs according to the University specifications as provided in this brochure. 16

CANDIDATES APPLYING FROM OVERSEAS Candidates applying at the High School level Candidates in this category must submit SAT I. For the 2016 academic year, the University will accept the old version of SAT I and the redesigned version of SAT I. The minimum eligibility requirement for the old SAT I is 1800 with a minimum score of 550 in each of the three components: writing, critical reading and mathematics. For the new SAT I, the minimum eligibility requirement is a cumulative of 1100 on a 1600-point scale, with a score of at least 500 in each of the two test components: the evidence-based reading and writing test; and the math component. The essay will not be considered as a part of the assessment. How to Submit SAT Score Report The SAT scores must be received in the Admission Office directly from the Educational Testing Services (ETS) no later than July 29, 2016. The code assigned to Aga Khan University for SAT scores report is 1746. For more details, please visit their website: www.collegeboard.org Candidates who have copies of their SAT scores must submit attested copies of the same to meet the published deadlines. These may then be followed up with original mark sheets from ETS. Candidates applying following the completion of an undergraduate degree or with a higher qualification overseas Candidates in this category are required to submit the Medical College Admission Test [MCAT] written through the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). For the 2016 admission cycle, the University will accept both the old and the new version of the MCAT. In case both are submitted, the University will use scores of the new MCAT. The minimum eligibility requirement for old MCAT is a score of 24. 17

For the new MCAT, minimum score of 125 is required in EACH of the four components; biological and biochemical foundations of living systems, chemical and physical foundations of biological systems; psychological, social, and biological foundations of behaviour and; critical analysis and reasoning skills. For more details, please visit website: www.aamc.org For candidates applying with other systems of education Candidates applying from countries where the SAT I may not be available, including Afghanistan, Tajikistan and East Africa will continue to have the option of writing the AKU Test. VALIDITY OF TEST SCORES The MCAT and the SAT I, II scores are valid for a period of two years from the date the test is written. For admission to the 2016 academic year, the MCAT and SAT I, II written from May 2014 and thereafter will be acceptable. The AKU Test scores are only valid for consideration in the year in which they have been written. 18

FINANCIAL INFORMATION TUITION AND OTHER CHARGES AKU charges fees for all its programmes. The tuition and fee structure and schedule for the 2016-2017 session will be available separately. Those responsible for a student's financial obligations should plan accordingly. The University reviews its tuition and other fees annually to cover inflation and other cost increases. Therefore, students are advised to plan their financial obligations for the course of study accordingly. The University categorises students as domestic and overseas. Fees for overseas candidates are charged and payable in US dollars only; fees for domestic student are paid in Pakistani rupees. A student shall be categorised as overseas (whether holding Pakistani or dual citizenship), if the student meets any one or more of the following criteria: a) Residence of the principal earning member of the family and source of income during the previous three years; b) Whether the student was educated in Pakistan or abroad during the three years prior to the application for admission; c) Whether the student is eligible for State-supported education overseas; d) Whether the candidate s parents are reimbursed educational expenses by their employer. Students holding Pakistani nationality, CNIC and / or passport should be aware that this does not guarantee domestic student classification for the payment of tuition fee and any other charges. The University's conditions stated above for the application of overseas fee status will prevail. Overseas students will be required to pay tuition and other charges based on the criteria provided above, are advised to plan their financial support from sources available to them before applying for admission. The University may consider applications for financial assistance where such students have demonstrated financial need and have thoroughly explored all other possible sources of assistance. 20

Students whose parents are Pakistani citizens deputed to a government mission overseas will be charged the fee prescribed for students in Pakistan. In such cases, documentary evidence will be required. Candidates doubtful of their fee status should seek clarification from the Office of the Registrar before applying. The Registrar's decision on fee status shall be final. Students may pay the tuition fee in monthly instalments. Students defaulting on payments within the due dates will not receive examination results and, thus, may not be permitted to progress in their studies from one year to the next. In cases where a student withdraws or is asked to withdraw from the University after commencement of a term, tuition for the entire term will be charged. Payments may be made in cash or through a bank draft in favour of The Aga Khan University. Personal cheques are not accepted. UNIVERSITY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME Admission into the University's academic programmes is based strictly on merit and on a needs-blind admission policy. Because of its needs-blind admission policy, the University operates a Financial Assistance programme that ensures that no student who qualifies for admission is excluded because of his / her inability to pay tuition and other fees. Financial assistance is offered on the basis of demonstrated need as evaluated by the University from data provided by the student, his / her family and other avenues that the University may deem appropriate. It is strongly recommended that every student desirous of receiving financial assistance from the University should thoroughly explore all other possible sources of assistance. Every student is required to make some contribution towards fees, living expenses and other costs so as not to totally depend on the University for assistance. Financial assistance decisions are finalised and communicated to the students before the commencement of the academic session. 21

The continuation of financial assistance is conditional upon a yearly assessment of the financial needs of the student. Financial assistance is awarded as a combination of grant-in-aid and student loan depending on the programme. Students are not required to repay the grant-in-aid portion of the assistance awarded. The student loan portion of financial assistance is interest free with only an administrative charge of 5% per annum levied from the time of the award of the student loan. The loan portion of financial assistance becomes payable following graduation. For University graduates who continue to work or study at AKU after graduation, the University offers a 50% waiver of the loan amount payable in that particular year. The details of the policy are available on University's website. The University also offers merit scholarships for students in their clinical years of the MBBS programme. Students in the top 15% of the class receive these scholarships; applications are not required for these scholarships. Applications for financial assistance for students admitted to the 2016 academic year will be acceptable within seven working days after receipt of the admission letter. Application forms are available online. These are also available from the Student Financial Assistance and Counselling Office. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation for undergraduate outstation students is arranged in the University hostels managed by the University. These hostels provide single and shared, non-air-conditioned, furnished accommodation. Hostel space is only available for students who do not have residential accommodation in Karachi. A fee is charged for all accommodation. Accommodation charges for the 2016-2017 session will be provided separately. Meals may be purchased separately from the University's cafeteria. All students living in the hostels are expected to conform to rules and regulations. Residence is conditional upon proper use and care of the property, considerate behaviour and periodic reappraisal of the student's need for such accommodation. 22

CONTESTED DECISIONS In all matters pertaining to the selection of students, fees, grants, evaluation of scholastic performance, discipline and student affairs, the decision of the University shall be final. Appeals in matters of student selection will be considered within 15 days of the announcement of new class only if the appeal cities circumstances suggesting that the University has violated provisions of its Charter. APPLICATION PROCESS SUMMARY Stage One Submitting an application according to the eligibility requirements of Aga Khan University. Writing of the AKU Test or submitting its equivalent: SAT I / MCAT (as applicable) Shortlisting of candidates is based on the AKU Test or equivalent; the number of candidates interviewed is limited. Stage Two Interviews for shortlisted candidates. Completion of Stage Two requirements; Application Form II and reference letters. Final Selection: Rank order of shortlisted candidates is based upon the review of scholastic achievements, interview reports, reference letters, extra-curricular and co-curricular and other accomplishments. Note It should be noted that all candidates applying to the MBBS programme will be required to successfully complete the admission process of Aga Khan University in addition to any requirements stipulated by the PMDC as applicable at the time of admission. This may include submission of test scores conducted by agencies at the National or Provincial level if the writing of these tests is mandated by the PMDC. 23

Schedule for 2016 Academic Session Applications accepted for registration: March 14 - June 10 AKU Test Schedule Test Centres Pakistan: July 17 Chitral, Gilgit, Hyderabad, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Rawalpindi UAE: Dubai Please note: Timings and address for the venue will be stated on the admit card. In case of a change, candidates will be notified through the press. July 29 August 11 August / September August 26 September 30 Up to October 31* November 3 Mid-December Last date for receipt of SAT I, SAT II score sheets. Last date for receipt of MCAT score sheet. Shortlisting of candidates and interviews. Last date to submit A LEVEL STATEMENT OF RESULT and, if available, certification results for all systems of education other than Pakistani High School examination. Statement of results from the website MUST be submitted after verification from school. These should be followed up with General Certificate received from the Boards concerned. Last date for receipt of Pakistani HSSC examination results. If applicable, submission of Admission Test results administered by the National Testing Services or Provincial governments for admission to Pakistan medical colleges. For PMDC registration purposes: Last date to submit SAT II for students selected from overseas. Does not include American / Canadian education system. (Please read relevant section in this brochure). Commencement of MBBS Year 1. 24 *As communicated by the concerned authorities.

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