AKU’s MBBS Admission Information 2026-27: merit is assessed by scholastic achievement, the AKU Admission Test, interviews, productive use of time and leadership potential. Meeting the minimum or a high score in one area “is not sufficient for selection”, and the outcome “cannot be anticipated at any stage”. There are no quotas or donation seats. You need at least 70% in pre-medical HSSC and a valid PMDC MDCAT.
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Free · instant · no loginAKU does not publish a merit formula, so no aggregate can be calculated honestly. This tool checks the minimum and shows the selection steps.
How AKU Selects MBBS Students
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Stage I | Online application and the AKU Admission Test, which is used for shortlisting |
| Stage II | Two independent interviews, Application Form II (achievements and activities), two teacher references, and your PMDC MDCAT result |
| Final selection | Shortlisted candidates are rank-ordered by a comprehensive review of academics, interviews and other attributes |
AKU publishes no weights for these parts, so any “AKU aggregate” you see elsewhere is a guess. You can apply for MBBS a maximum of two times. AKU expects to use the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) from the 2027 cycle.
AKU Eligibility 2026-27
| Qualification | MBBS minimum |
|---|---|
| Pakistani pre-medical HSSC | 70% aggregate |
| O-Level / A-Level | Six O-Level subjects incl. English, biology, chemistry and physics, plus at least a B in A-Level biology, chemistry and physics or maths (IBCC conversions not accepted) |
| International Baccalaureate | At least 32 points |
| American / Canadian high school | CGPA 3.25 out of 4, or 85% overall |
| Overseas 4-year degree | AAMC MCAT of at least 500, with 125 in each section |
| All candidates | Valid PMDC MDCAT and PMDC subject requirements (biology, chemistry, and physics or maths) |
BScN (School of Nursing & Midwifery): pre-medical HSSC with at least 50%, SSC in science, and age 14 to 35 on 1 January 2027. Selection uses the AKU Undergraduate Admission Test and a panel interview.
The AKU Admission Test
The AKU Test is a multiple-choice paper based on Pakistan’s HSSC curriculum. It has a science achievement section (physics, chemistry and biology, which is compulsory), a science reasoning section and a mathematical reasoning section. AKU offers no coaching and endorses no prep books. The score is valid only in the year it is taken.
| 2026-27 key date | What |
|---|---|
| 8 March – 13 May 2026 | Online applications |
| 5 July 2026 | AKU Admission Test (Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Gilgit, Chitral and overseas centres) |
| August 2026 | Shortlisting and interviews |
| 14 September 2026 | Last date for Pakistani HSSC results |
| January 2027 | Classes begin |
AKU MBBS Fee (Academic Year 2027)
| Fee | Pakistani students |
|---|---|
| Admission fee (one time) | PKR 255,000 |
| Tuition, year 1 | PKR 1,704,000 |
| Tuition, year 5 | PKR 2,499,000 |
AKU offers needs-sensitive financial assistance to admitted students. Fees for foreign and non-resident Pakistani students are charged in US dollars.
Common AKU Admission Mistakes
- Trusting an “AKU aggregate”. AKU publishes no formula; selection is a comprehensive review.
- Forgetting the MDCAT. PMDC’s MDCAT is required for final MBBS selection, even with a strong AKU Test score.
- Missing the HSSC deadline. Pakistani HSSC results had to reach AKU by 14 September 2026.
- Applying to AKU only. AKU itself advises candidates to apply to other institutions too.
Frequently asked questions
What is the AKU merit formula?
AKU does not publish one. Selection uses scholastic achievement, the AKU Admission Test, two interviews and other attributes, and AKU says the outcome cannot be anticipated.
What is the minimum percentage for AKU MBBS?
70% in pre-medical HSSC (or the equivalent for O/A-Level and overseas systems). BScN needs 50%.
Is MDCAT required for AKU?
Yes. A valid PMDC MDCAT score is required for final selection to MBBS, in addition to the AKU Admission Test.
When is the AKU test?
For the 2026-27 cycle it was held on 5 July 2026. Applications ran from 8 March to 13 May 2026.
How many times can I apply to AKU MBBS?
A maximum of two times.
What is the AKU MBBS fee?
For academic year 2027, a one-time admission fee of PKR 255,000 and first-year tuition of PKR 1,704,000. Needs-based financial assistance is available.
Does AKU have quotas?
No. AKU has no quotas, reserved seats or donation-based admissions.
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Official AKU Admission Links
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AKU admissions
- MBBS Admission Information 2026-27Eligibility, selection process and key dates.www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/admission-information-MBBS.pdf
- MBBS AdmissionsProgramme page, sample test and FAQs.www.aku.edu/admissions/mbbs/Pages/home.aspx
- MBBS Fee StructureAcademic year 2027 fees.www.aku.edu/admissions/Documents/fee-structure-MBBS.pdf
- BScN AdmissionsNursing eligibility and process.www.aku.edu/admissions/bscn/Pages/home.aspx