Just weeks before thousands of students were set to sit in most competitive entrance exams, the countdown suddenly changed. Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) postponed MDCAT 2026, giving aspiring doctors and dentists extra time as the nationwide test was rescheduled from August 16. Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) announced that the entry test, originally scheduled for August 16, will now be conducted on September 20, 2026. All previously announced rules, eligibility criteria, test arrangements and admission procedures will remain unchanged unless PMDC issues a fresh notification. PMDC has urged students, parents and educational institutions to follow only its official website and verified communication channels for future announcements, examination instructions and any additional updates related to MDCAT 2026.