The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences, Quetta
The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences is a public-sector university in Quetta, Balochistan, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Quetta |
|---|---|
| Province | Balochistan |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.bumhs.edu.pk |
About
The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences, Quetta is a public-sector university in Quetta, Balochistan, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
As a medical institution, The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 The Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences., Brewery Road (87300), Quetta Balochistan, Pakistan.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS Aesthetic and Skin Care Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Anesthesia Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Cardiac Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Medical Imaging Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Medical Laboratory Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Nursing | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) with at least 50% marks; age up to 30 years; Balochistan domicile (NCAT 2026 notice, translated from Urdu). | — |
| BS Occupational Therapy | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Operation Theater Technology | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Optometry Orthoptics | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| BS Speech and Language Therapy | 4 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| Dental Hygienist (Associate Degree) Associate Degree | 2 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
| Doctor of Physical Therapy | 5 years | FSc Pre-Medical or equivalent with minimum 50% marks. | — |
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 The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 Balochistan
Balochistan’s higher-education network is smaller than the other provinces’, and several institutions were established specifically to widen district-level access. Entry requirements are generally set institutionally, and reserved seats for applicants from within the province are a significant part of how places are allocated. Public-sector seat allocation includes a domicile component, so where your domicile certificate was issued affects which quota you compete under at The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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: The Bolan University of Medical & Health Sciences., Brewery Road (87300), Quetta Balochistan, Pakistan, Tel # +92-81-9213070, Email: [email protected]
- Official website: bumhs.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences private or government?
The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 The Bolan University of Medical and Health 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 The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences located?
The Bolan University of Medical and Health Sciences is located in Quetta, Balochistan. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.bumhs.edu.pk.