ISLAMABAD: In a bold move set to shake Pakistan’s medical and dental education landscape, the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PM&DC) has issued a strict directive mandating the registration of every admitted medical and dental student across public and private institutions. The notice highlights severe penalties for non-compliance, sending a clear warning to colleges and universities nationwide.
Under the new guidelines, institutions must register all students admitted to MBBS and BDS programs through the PM&DC Student Registration Portal within the prescribed deadline. Failure to comply may result in heavy financial fines, reduction of allocated seats, and even suspension of registration and recognition.
Breaking down the penalties:
- Over Admission / Irregular Admission: 100% of the student’s fee charged + double reduction of seats next session.
- Late Registration: Public colleges: Rs. 150 per student/month; Private colleges: Rs. 300 per student/month.
- Delayed Graduation or Exam Reporting: Up to Rs. 75,000 per student.
- Failure to publish merit or admission lists: Rs. 500,000 + Rs. 50,000 per day of delay.
The notice emphasizes that any institution repeatedly violating regulations may be placed on a “Grey List,” potentially facing suspension of registration and recognition.
“The PMDC is committed to maintaining the integrity of Pakistan’s medical and dental education,” the notice states. “Strict compliance with registration rules ensures transparency, accountability, and protection of students’ academic and professional rights.”
Experts say this directive is a landmark move to curb illegal admissions, irregular enrollments, and administrative delays that have historically affected the quality of medical education in the country.
Medical and dental colleges are now under pressure to immediately audit admissions, complete registrations, and ensure timely reporting to avoid penalties that could jeopardize their seats, funding, and credibility.
For students, this means a safer and more transparent admission process, with official registration validating their enrollment and eligibility for future professional practice.
Institutions must act fast. With penalties ranging from fines to potential loss of recognition, compliance is no longer optional — it is mandatory.
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