Lowest Merit of BDS in Pakistan
The merit for admission into BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) programs in Pakistan varies each year depending on factors such as the number of applicants, difficulty of the MDCAT, and available seats in dental colleges. Generally, the merit is calculated based on a combination of the candidate’s FSC (Pre-Medical) marks, MDCAT score, and sometimes matric marks. Public sector dental colleges usually have higher merit, while private colleges may have relatively lower merit requirements. In recent years, the **lowest closing merit for BDS in public sector colleges** has typically ranged between **83% to 85%**, though it can vary slightly by province. For instance, colleges in Punjab under UHS tend to have higher closing merits due to higher competition, whereas smaller provinces like Balochistan or remote areas may have slightly lower closing thresholds. Reserved quota seats such as those for backward areas or overseas Pakistanis may also have comparatively lower merit requirements. On the other hand, **private dental colleges** offer more flexibility in merit and may accept students with aggregate scores around **70% or even slightly lower**, depending on the college’s reputation and number of seats. However, tuition fees in private colleges are significantly higher. It's important for students to research and apply wisely, considering both merit trends and financial affordability while choosing a BDS program in Pakistan.
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