National University of Medical Sciences
Also known as NUMS
National University of Medical Sciences is a public-sector university in Rawalpindi, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Rawalpindi |
|---|---|
| Province | Punjab |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://numspak.edu.pk/ |
About
National University of Medical Sciences is a public-sector university in Rawalpindi, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
As a medical institution, National University of Medical Sciences teaches within the health sciences — the MBBS, BDS, nursing, and allied-health family of qualifications rather than a broad multi-faculty catalogue.
Location and Address
The institution is located at National University of Medical Sciences, The Mall Rawalpindi, Paksitan.
Degree Programs
Admissions
Admission to MBBS and BDS in Pakistan is controlled by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), not by individual institutions acting alone. Applicants must clear the MDCAT and meet the PMDC eligibility floor in HSSC or an equivalent qualification before an institution can enrol them. Allied-health and nursing programmes follow separate routes, with nursing governed by the Pakistan Nursing and Midwifery Council. Confirm with National University of Medical Sciences which of its programmes are currently PMDC-recognised, since recognition is granted per programme and can lapse. As a public-sector institution, fees are generally lower than at private institutions, and merit competition is correspondingly higher.
Applying in Punjab
Public-sector engineering admission in Punjab runs through the ECAT administered by UET Lahore, while medical and dental admission uses the national MDCAT. Punjab operates one of the country’s largest public university systems, so applicants typically hold offers from several institutions at once and should compare merit positions before accepting. Public-sector seat allocation includes a domicile component, so where your domicile certificate was issued affects which quota you compete under at National University of Medical Sciences.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
National University of Medical Sciences holds Higher Education Commission recognition. That status confirms the institution is chartered and empowered to award degrees whose attestation the HEC will process. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. For medical and dental programmes the operative approval is PMDC recognition of that specific programme.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: National University of Medical Sciences ,, The Mall Rawalpindi, Paksitan., Tel # +92-51-9270677, Email: [email protected]
- Official website: numspak.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is National University of Medical Sciences recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists National University of Medical Sciences as a recognised institution, which means its degrees can be attested by the HEC and are accepted for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition applies to the institution; individual programmes may additionally require accreditation from a professional council.
Is National University of Medical Sciences private or government?
National University of Medical Sciences is a public-sector institution. Public institutions generally charge lower fees than private ones because they receive government funding, and admission is correspondingly more competitive on merit.
What entry test is required for admission to National University of Medical Sciences?
Medical and dental admission requires the national MDCAT conducted under PMDC rules. Allied-health and nursing programmes use separate criteria. Confirm the current requirement on the institution's own admissions page, since criteria and closing dates change each cycle.
Does HEC recognition mean every programme at National University of Medical Sciences is accredited?
No. HEC recognition confirms the institution is chartered to award degrees. Individual programmes in regulated fields need separate accreditation — the Pakistan Engineering Council for engineering, PMDC for medicine and dentistry, the Pakistan Bar Council for law, NCEAC for computing. A programme can sit inside a recognised institution without holding that professional accreditation, so check the specific programme before enrolling.
Where is National University of Medical Sciences located?
National University of Medical Sciences is located in Rawalpindi, Punjab. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is numspak.edu.pk.