{
  "id": 5565778,
  "title": "PMDC Triples MBBS Seats at Medical College in KP",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/pmdc-triples-mbbs-seats-at-medical-college-in-kp",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-04T13:11:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/04/pmdc-triples-mbbs-seats-at-medical-college-in-kp/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has announced a threefold increase in MBBS seats at Bacha Khan Medical College (BKMC) in Mardan, Pakistan. The total number of seats will rise from 50 to 150, effective from the 2026-27 academic session. This decision was made following an inspection conducted by the PM&DC on August 27 and 28, 2026.\n\nThe expanded intake will provide more opportunities for students from Mardan and surrounding regions to access quality medical education. PM&DC Deputy Registrar (Inspection) formally communicated the decision to BKMC's Dean, Prof. Dr. Jawad Ahmad. Prof. Dr. Ahmad expressed gratitude to the college's faculty, administration, and supporting staff for their hard work in successfully completing the PM&DC inspection and securing the increased intake.\n\nThe Dean emphasized that the expansion reflects BKMC's dedication to upholding high standards in medical education. He added that the larger intake will enable more deserving students to pursue their aspiration of becoming medical professionals.",
  "summary": "The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has approved a threefold increase in MBBS seats at Bacha Khan Medical College … Read More The post PMDC Triples MBBS Seats at Medical College in KP appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}