In a ruling that supports transparency for medical aspirants, the Lahore High Court has ordered the authorities to upload the MDCAT question papers and their codes on the official website and keep them there until the admission process is complete. Justice Ahsan Raza Kazmi passed the order on 17 October 2026 on a petition filed by Noshaab A. Khan and others.
The decision comes at a time when the credibility of MDCAT has been questioned, especially after paper leak claims in Sindh. Here is what the court said, why it matters for students and what candidates should do next.
LHC Order on MDCAT Question Papers
The court directed that the question papers and their answer codes must remain available online. It observed that removing the papers would make it hard for students to file objections against wrong questions or wrong keys, and this would go against the principle of transparency. In short, students have a right to see the paper they attempted while the admission process is still running.
Why the MDCAT Ruling Matters for Students
The Medical and Dental College Admission Test decides admission to MBBS and BDS seats across Pakistan. Even one wrong key can change a candidate merit position by hundreds of places. With the papers online, students can:
- Check each answer against the official key.
- Identify questions that were out of syllabus or had more than one correct option.
- File objections with evidence within the given time.
- Compare different paper codes to make sure the difficulty level was fair.
This makes the MDCAT objections process more meaningful and gives every candidate an equal chance to correct mistakes.
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Background: MDCAT Paper Leak Allegations in Sindh
Concerns about the test grew after claims of a MDCAT paper leak circulated on social media in Sindh. The federal government contacted the Sindh government and asked for an independent and transparent inquiry. The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) also wrote to the Sindh health minister requesting an investigation, and the province was told to complete the inquiry and submit a report within two weeks. Lawmakers have also raised questions about the credibility of the exam.
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What Candidates Should Do Now
- Download your paper and answer key from the official website as soon as possible and save a copy.
- Recheck your answers calmly and note any disputed question numbers.
- Prepare objections with reference to the official syllabus and standard textbooks.
- Submit objections only through the official channel and before the deadline.
- Follow PM&DC and the conducting university for updates on keys, results and merit lists.
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Role of Teachers and Academies
Biology, chemistry and physics teachers can play a big role at this stage. They can help students review the papers, explain doubtful questions and prepare strong objections based on the syllabus. Schools and colleges that run MDCAT preparation classes should guide students to rely only on official papers, not on viral screenshots, which may be fake.
What Happens Next
The Sindh inquiry report is due within two weeks, and its findings could affect how results in the province are treated. Meanwhile, the LHC order means the papers will stay online until admissions close. Students should keep an eye on the merit list schedule and any changes in answer keys after objections are reviewed. For official notices, visit the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council website.
How to Write a Strong Objection on MDCAT Question Papers
A good objection is short, clear and backed by a source. Write the paper code, question number and the option you believe is correct. Then quote the exact page or topic from the official MDCAT syllabus or a standard Federal or Punjab Textbook Board book that supports your answer. Avoid emotional language or general complaints such as the paper was too hard. Reviewers look only for factual errors, so one well-supported objection is worth more than ten weak ones. Keep a screenshot or receipt of your submission, because you may need it if the key is revised later and your score changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did the LHC order about MDCAT question papers?
The court ordered that MDCAT question papers and codes be uploaded on the official website and kept there until admissions are complete.
Who passed the order?
Justice Ahsan Raza Kazmi of the Lahore High Court on 17 October 2026.
Why is this important?
It allows students to check answers and file objections, improving transparency in medical admissions.