At Ziauddin College of Dentistry, a student is identified as an adult learner and is expected to develop as a responsible individual taking care of community dental problems.

The BDS programme is divided into four academic years; each year comprises a number of modules related to subject specific scientific information, in accordance with the PMDC recognised curriculum. Ziauddin College of Dentistry has taken the initiative of developing and implementing a horizontally integrated curriculum. The curriculum makes use of the latest teaching strategies, which are aimed at providing a better quality of education to the students.

 General Criteria for Admission

• Have passed MDCAT examination conducted by the relevant Provisional University designated by PMDC.
• Obtained a Higher Secondary School Certificate Qualification HSSC or equivalent 12th Grade Qualification and having obtained minimum marks in Pre-Medical as per PMDC criteria.
• Passed the subjects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics.
• Local and overseas students are required to appear for an interview.
• A written aptitude test (MCQ) will be conducted.
• Proficiency in English language, both in written and verbal expression is required.
• With GCE Cambridge/London, ‘Advanced level’ (A level), American High School Diploma, and other equivalent Certificates or Diplomas, an equivalence to HSC (Pre-Medical) will be required from IBCC.

Local Students:

Documents to be submitted for admission:

• Duly filled in admission form of Ziauddin College of Dentistry along with application processing fee.
• Photographs (5 passport size).
• One copy each of mark sheets of Secondary School Certificate (SSC Part I and II).
• One copy of Secondary School Certificate (if available).
• One copy each of mark sheets of Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC Part I and II Pre-Medical) if available* Students who are appearing in HSC Part II exam will be required to submit the Mark sheet after announcement of their result.

If results of HSC Part II have not been declared by the concerned Board, admit card of HSC Part II examination must be submitted.

• For students with GCE Cambridge/London, one copy each of the transcripts of ‘O’ level and ‘A’ level examination results.
• One copy of National Identity Card (in case NIC is not available, ‘B’ form with a copy of Parent’s / Guardian’s NIC must be submitted).

Selection Criteria for Admission 2025-2026:

The final merit list will be issued after having completed all tests, interviews, etc., and taking into account results of MDCAT and other exam results for the purpose of calculating the merit.

Admission Criteria for Overseas Students:

As per PMDC criteria, the university has defined the category of Overseas Students as follows:

1. A foreign student for purposes of admission is defined as a student who has completed his/her HSSC from outside Pakistan.
2. The term ‘foreign students’ can include a student who may be an overseas Pakistani.
   1. Having only Pakistani nationality
   2. Dual national
   3. Foreign national

For students who have graduated from Overseas Pakistani Schools

Documents to be submitted for admission:

• Duly filled in application form of Ziauddin University along with the required non-refundable admission fee in US dollars.
• One copy each of mark sheets of Secondary School Certificate (SSC Part I and II).
• One copy of Secondary School Certificate (if available).
• One copy each of Higher Secondary Certificate mark sheets (HSC Part I and II Pre-Medical).
• In case the result of HSC Part II has not been declared by the concerned Board, photocopy of admit card of HSC Part II examination must be submitted.
• For students completing GCE, Cambridge/London, one copy each of ‘O’ and ‘A’ Levels transcripts.
• Have passed MDCAT examination conducted by the relevant Provisional University designated by PMDC.

For High School Graduates of the USA/Canada:

• One copy of High School Certificate (Grade 9-12 or 13) attested by the School Principal/Officer.
• Have passed MDCAT examination conducted by the relevant Provisional University designated by PMDC.

Note: Before submitting applications, applicants must ensure that they have complied with the instructions given with the application form. It remains the responsibility of the applicant to submit the application according to the instructions. Students are expected to submit photocopies of documents along with the application and originals for the purpose of verification by the university. If required, the university will check the authenticity of the documents submitted with the concerned school, college, board or university.