PMDC urged to re-conduct MDCAT exam

Technical glitches, irregularities reported during the test, compounding existing issues

KARACHI:

The Pakistan Medical Association (PMA) has conveyed its concerns to the President of the Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC) regarding the Medical and Dental Colleges Admission Test (MDCAT) on September 10, 2023.

The PMA, following a meeting of its central office-bearers on Wednesday, expressed reservations about the organisation and administration of the exam, which it believes led to suboptimal conditions for the candidates. Furthermore, technical glitches and irregularities were reported during the test, compounding the existing issues that require attention.

Given the gravity and sensitivity of the situation, the PMA called on the PMDC to consider the re-conduct of the MDCAT exam, without imposing any additional fees, in order to ensure a fair and transparent process.

Additionally, the PMA strongly recommends that all students who participated in the original test be given an equal opportunity to retake the examination, with results determined solely on the basis of merit and free from external influences.

The current circumstances have caused significant anxiety and distress among students who dedicated considerable effort to prepare for the exam. Therefore, the PMA requests the PMDC to take immediate action to address this issue and provide an equitable platform for all aspiring medical students.

 

Published in The Express Tribune, September 21^st, 2023.