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Federal Health Minister orders probe into Sindh MDCAT result anomalies

Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal ordered a five-member committee to investigate complaints about the Medical and Dental College Admission Test results in Sindh on October 3.

Senate body orders probe into Sindh MDCAT result ‘anomalies’
File photo Senate body orders probe into Sindh MDCAT result ‘anomalies’ Photo: Dawn

Senate directs investigation into exam pattern

The Senate Standing Committee on National Health Services asked the Sindh government and PMDC to examine result patterns for possible malpractice. Opposition parties voiced concerns after no candidates from Karachi Division appeared in the top 20 list of passed students. A PPP leader stated that any injustice against a student must be investigated and facts brought to light.

Committee timeline and composition details

The minister directed a five-member committee including the PMDC president to conduct a transparent investigation. This group must submit its report within 15 days of receiving the directive. The inquiry will review circumstances surrounding alleged irregularities during the examination held on September 20.

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Federal Health Minister orders probe into Sindh MDCAT irregularities

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has ordered an investigation into alleged Medical and Dental College Admission Test irregularities in Sindh.

Ministry directs detailed review of results

The Ministry of National Health Services wrote to the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council president regarding the complaints. Officials asked the council to analyze candidate numbers, scores, and pass rates on a center-by-center basis. The ministry also requested an examination of attendance sheets, seating plans, and result data.

Investigation covers security and procedures

Authorities must investigate invigilation arrangements and digital records to check for impersonation or paper leaks. The review will look for technical faults or administrative negligence during the exam and compilation of results. Health Ministry officials set a deadline for the council to submit its report within 15 days.

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Federal Health Minister orders probe into Sindh MDCAT irregularities

Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal has ordered an investigation into alleged Medical and Dental College Admission Test irregularities in Sindh.

Ministry directs detailed review of results

The Ministry of National Health Services wrote to the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council president requesting a full analysis. Officials must check candidate numbers, scores, and pass rates for every examination center individually. The ministry also asked authorities to look for unusual variations between different testing locations.

Investigation covers security and procedures

The review will examine attendance sheets, seating plans, and digital records regarding impersonation claims. Authorities must also check for paper leaks and violations of standard examination protocols. The council was given fifteen days to submit a report on these matters.

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