JSMU BDS Merit Calculator 2026

How JSMU BDS merit is calculated

Admission to BDS at Jinnah Sindh Medical University is decided on a weighted aggregate rather than a single exam score. The current weightage is 10% Matric + 40% FSc + 50% MDCAT. That means your MDCAT entry test carries 50% of the decision, so a strong performance there can lift your overall standing significantly.

To use the calculator, enter the marks you have so far — you can fill in just your academic percentages now and add your MDCAT score later. The aggregate updates instantly as you type, with no page reload. Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Jinnah Sindh Medical University, admitted on the national PM&DC merit formula (BDS requires 50% MDCAT minimum).

In recent admission cycles, the closing merit for this program hovered around ~82%. This figure is approximate and unofficial — it shifts each year with the number of applicants, available seats and overall test difficulty. Use it as a rough benchmark, not a cut-off you can rely on.

Eligibility note: a minimum of 60% in FSc is typically required before merit is considered. Make sure you meet the eligibility floor in addition to scoring competitively on the aggregate.

National PM&DC merit formula: 50% MDCAT + 40% FSc + 10% Matric. Minimum 60% in FSc (Pre-Medical) and a qualifying MDCAT score (55% for MBBS, 50% for BDS) are required to be eligible. Admissions centralised by Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi.

Remember that Meritly is an independent guide. Formulas and fees change between sessions, so always cross-check the final criteria on Jinnah Sindh Medical University's official admissions page before you apply.

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