All Entry Test Dates in Pakistan 2026: Complete Schedule
Missing an entry test registration deadline is the most devastating, unrecoverable mistake a student can make. Mark these 2026 timelines immediately.
1. The NUST Phase (December to July)
NUST conducts its NET in four series. NET-1 (Dec), NET-2 (Feb), NET-3 (April), NET-4 (July). It is mathematically proven that taking the test multiple times increases your score. Register for NET-2 minimum to establish a baseline before board exams crush your schedule.
2. The Great Summer Squeeze (June/July)
Immediately after your FSc exams finish in June, the pressure spikes. FAST NU tests, COMSATS NAT specials, and the UET ECAT frequently open registrations in May and conduct testing in July. You must secure your FSc roll number slips early, as these universities require them for registration.
3. The Medical Endgame (September/October)
MDCAT physically requires its own timeline. The PMDC usually holds the national MDCAT in late September or early October. Registration portals typically open in July. Do not delay domicile paperwork, as MDCAT registration strictly enforces domicile verification for provincial seat allocations.