Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU), Karachi, has opened online admissions for MBBS and BDS programmes at private medical and dental colleges across Sindh for the academic session 2026-27.
The admission process started on November 10, 2026. Interested candidates can submit their applications online until November 24, 2026.
According to the admission advertisement, the Sindh Health Department has authorised JSMU to manage admissions for private medical and dental institutions across the province. The process covers 14 private medical college listings for MBBS and 11 dental college listings for BDS.
Students who want to pursue medical or dental education in Sindh can apply through the university’s official admission portal.
Private Medical Colleges Offering MBBS Admissions
JSMU has included 14 private medical college listings in the MBBS admission process.
The participating institutions include Al Tibri Medical College, Baqai Medical University, Hamdard College of Medicine, Jinnah Medical & Dental College, Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry, Liaquat National Medical College and United Medical & Dental College in Karachi.
Other participating institutions are Indus Medical College in Tando Muhammad Khan, Isra University in Hyderabad, Muhammad Medical College in Mirpurkhas and Suleman Roshan Medical College in Tando Adam.
The list also includes Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls in Karachi and Ziauddin Medical College campuses in Karachi and Sukkur.
Candidates can review the available institutions and select their preferred colleges while completing the online application.
Private Dental Colleges Offering BDS Admissions
The university has also invited applications for BDS programmes at 11 private dental college listings.
These include Altamash Institute of Dental Medicine, Baqai Medical University, Fatima Jinnah Dental College, Hamdard College of Dentistry, Jinnah Medical & Dental College and Liaquat College of Medicine & Dentistry in Karachi.
Other participating institutions include Bhitai Dental & Medical College and Muhammad Dental College in Mirpurkhas, along with Isra Dental College in Hyderabad.
Sir Syed College of Medical Sciences for Girls and Ziauddin Dental College in Karachi are also part of the admission process.
Eligibility Criteria for MBBS and BDS Admissions 2026-27
Candidates must meet the academic and entrance test requirements mentioned in the admission advertisement.
The main eligibility conditions are:
- Applicants must have passed Intermediate or HSSC Pre-Medical with at least 60 per cent marks.
- Students with equivalent qualifications, including A-Levels or Grade 12, can also apply.
- Candidates must have passed MDCAT in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- MBBS applicants must have secured at least 55 per cent marks in MDCAT.
- BDS applicants must have obtained at least 50 per cent marks in MDCAT.
The university has also clarified that any later changes in the admission policy by the government or relevant regulatory authorities will apply to the process.
Candidates should carefully review the eligibility requirements before submitting their applications.
How to Apply for JSMU MBBS and BDS Admissions
Interested students can apply online through the official JSMU admission portal.
Application portal: JSMU Online Admissions 2026-27
Applicants should complete the online form, provide the required information, upload the necessary documents and pay the application processing fee according to the instructions.
Students applying for both MBBS and BDS at the same institution must submit separate application forms for each programme.
Candidates must also list their preferred colleges in order of priority on the application form. This is an important step, so applicants should review their choices before submitting the form.
JSMU has advised students to read the prospectus available on the websites of participating medical and dental colleges. The prospectuses contain additional information about the institutions and their admission requirements.
Important Admission Dates
- Applications opened: November 10, 2026
- Last date to apply: November 24, 2026
- Academic session: 2026-27
- Programmes: MBBS and BDS
- Application method: Online
Candidates interested in private medical and dental colleges in Sindh should complete their applications before the November 24 deadline. They should also ensure that their academic records, MDCAT results and other required documents meet the stated conditions.
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