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PMDC lowers passing marks for MBBS & BDS to 50%

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially scrapped the 65% passing marks requirement for MBBS and BDS students.

The new notification issued for the 2024-2025 academic session states that the passing marks for both MBBS and BDS will be reverted to 50%.

Earlier, the council had increased the passing limit to 65% for the 2024-2025 session. However, after feedback and discussions, the decision has now been withdrawn to ensure a more accessible standard for medical and dental students across the country.

Apart from revising the passing marks, the PMDC has also relaxed the attendance requirements for medical students. While earlier, the attendance rate was mandatory at 85%, the council has now restored the 75% attendance requirement for the upcoming session.

The notification has directed all medical universities to implement these changes without delay in the 2024-2025 academic year.

The revisions are aimed at making medical education more accessible while maintaining stringent standards for aspiring healthcare professionals. The latest steps by PMDC are expected to provide relief to many students who faced challenges in meeting the previous requirements.

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