WAR-Affected Pakistani Students May Appear in NEB Examination

 PMDC Announces First Session on May 16, Registration Opens on April 9

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially announced that the National Examination Board (NEB) examinations will be conducted on May 16, 2026 and the ongoing Middle East war-affected Pakistani students may appear in NEB examination.

The examination is going to be conducted at Rawalpindi and the portal for the registration of the students will be live from April 9 to 24, 2026. All eligible candidates are advised to complete their registration within the prescribed timeline once the portal becomes active.

PM&DC conducts the NEB twice a year to assess the knowledge, clinical skills, and professional competence of students who have partially completed medical or dental education abroad and seek transfer/admission in Pakistan. The exam will be computer-based and consist of multiple-choice questions.

Pakistani Students enrolled in foreign medical or dental institutions who have completed two years of study and reached at least the third year are eligible to take the NEB. Passing the exam is required for transfer and admission into Pakistani institutions for the next academic year.

This is also an opportunity for students who are currently pursuing their medical and dental education in Iran to appear in the examination. Such candidates are advised to complete the required codal formalities and ensure timely registration with PM&DC.

Furthermore, PM&DC has advised students and parents considering admission to foreign medical and dental colleges to exercise caution. The Council emphasized that the safety and well-being of students remain paramount, and that careful consideration should be given to both security concerns and long-term academic prospects.

Detailed information regarding the examination schedule, syllabus, and examination center is available on the official PMDC website. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check official announcements to stay updated on any further instructions or changes.