Ziauddin University Announces Postgraduate Medical Admission

Ziauddin University has opened admissions for postgraduate medical training programs for the 2026-27 academic session. The university is offering training opportunities in several medical and dental specialties through FCPS-II, MD/MS, MCPS, and postgraduate diploma programs.

Medical graduates interested in pursuing advanced training can submit their applications through the university’s online admission portal. The last date to apply is November 14, 2026.

Candidates will have to pass an entrance test and an interview to qualify for admission. The university has scheduled the entrance test for November 21, 2026, in Karachi and Islamabad. Successful candidates are expected to begin their postgraduate training in the first week of January 2027.

Postgraduate Programs Offered by Ziauddin University

Ziauddin University is offering postgraduate training in multiple clinical and medical disciplines.

The FCPS-II program includes 19 specialties. These include Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Chemical Pathology, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Microbiology, Nephrology, Neurology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Operative Dentistry, Pulmonology, Pediatrics, and Urology.

The university has also announced MD/MS admissions in 22 specialties. These include Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology.

Other available MD/MS disciplines include Microbiology, Medical Oncology, Neurosurgery, Nephrology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, ENT, Pediatrics, Pulmonology, Rheumatology, and Urology.

For MCPS training, applicants can choose from Clinical Pathology, ENT, and Ophthalmology.

Meanwhile, postgraduate diploma programs are available in Pediatric Medicine, Anesthesiology, and Dermatology.

Eligibility Criteria for FCPS-II Admissions

Candidates applying for FCPS-II training must hold an MBBS or BDS degree. They must also have completed a one-year house job and passed FCPS-I in the relevant discipline.

However, some specialties have additional training requirements.

Applicants for FCPS-II Medical Oncology must have completed two years of training in Internal Medicine. Preference will be given to candidates who have cleared the Intermediate Module (IMM).

Candidates applying for FCPS-II Urology must have completed two years of training in General Surgery.

Similarly, applicants for FCPS-II Nephrology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, and Neurology must have completed two years of training in Internal Medicine.

Eligibility for MD/MS, MCPS and Diploma Programs

For MD/MS admissions, candidates must hold an MBBS degree and have completed a one-year house job.

Applicants for Interventional Cardiology must meet an additional qualification requirement. They must hold FCPS-II in Cardiology or an MD in Cardiology.

The basic eligibility requirements for MCPS and postgraduate diploma programs include an MBBS degree and completion of a one-year house job.

Applicants should check the university’s admission advertisement and online portal for any additional requirements related to their selected specialty.

Entrance Test and Selection Process

Ziauddin University will select candidates through an entrance test and interview.

The entrance test will take place on November 21, 2026, in Karachi and Islamabad. Candidates must successfully complete both stages to qualify for selection.

Applicants are also required to mention their preferred campus when filling out the online application form. They should carefully select their campus preferences before submitting their applications.

Selected candidates are expected to start their postgraduate training in the first week of January 2027.

How to Apply for Ziauddin University Admissions 2026-27

Interested candidates can apply online through the university’s official admission portal at admission.zu.edu.pk.

Applicants who do not already have an account must register as new applicants. They can then select their preferred postgraduate training program and complete the online application form.

Candidates should provide accurate personal details, academic qualifications, and relevant training information. They must also mention their preferred campus during the application process.

Before submitting the form, applicants should review the eligibility requirements for their selected specialty and follow all instructions available on the admission portal.

The last date for submitting online applications is November 14, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

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