The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) has officially reversed its earlier decision that raised the passing marks for MBBS and BDS programs to 65 percent, restoring the previous passing benchmark of 50 percent for the 2024–25 academic session. The decision comes through a new notification issued by the council, directing all medical and dental institutions across Pakistan to follow the revised policy.
According to the PMDC, the earlier increase in passing marks had been reconsidered to ensure fairness and maintain consistency in the academic standards of medical education. Under the new directive, students appearing in MBBS and BDS examinations will now need to score a minimum of 50 percent to pass, bringing the evaluation system back in line with previous regulations.
In addition to revising the passing marks, the PMDC has also rolled back its earlier rule that required students to maintain 85 percent attendance. For the current academic year, the attendance requirement has been reduced to 75 percent, aligning it with the council’s earlier policy. This adjustment aims to ease academic pressure on students while still ensuring regular participation in lectures and practical sessions.
The PMDC has instructed all recognized universities and affiliated colleges to implement these updated rules immediately and ensure full compliance. The revised policy reflects the council’s ongoing efforts to balance academic rigor with accessibility, ensuring that students in medical and dental programs are evaluated fairly while maintaining the quality and integrity of medical education in Pakistan.