Karachi Medical & Dental College Fees Hike: 150% Increase! New MBBS & BDS Fee Structure Revealed!

In a groundbreaking move, the Karachi Medical and Dental College (KMDC), under the leadership of Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, has recently announced a substantial revision in fees for its MBBS and BDS programs, exceeding 150%.

The decision, unveiled through a notification by Dr Nargis Anjum, the principal of KMDC, outlines several key changes that set to reshape the financial landscape for aspiring medical and dental students.

Noteworthy Fee Adjustments: A New Chapter for KMDC Students

1. Open Merit Admission Fee Soars: The open merit admission fee has witnessed a significant surge, catapulting from Rs20,000 to Rs50,000. This adjustment marks a notable increase, signaling a transformative phase for prospective students.
   
2. Tuition Fee Takes a Leap: The tuition fee for MBBS and BDS programs has elevated from Rs50,000 to Rs117,600, ensuring quality education aligns with necessary financial adjustments.
   
3. Library Fee and Student Activity/Social Fee Increase: The library fee seen an uptick from Rs3,500 to Rs10,000, while the student activity/social fee has raised from Rs8,000 to Rs10,000, enhancing the overall student experience.
   
4. Introduction of New Development Charge: A novel development charge of Rs30,000 has introduced, underscoring the institution’s commitment to enhancing infrastructure and facilities.
   
5. Additional Fees for Laboratory and IT Services: Students will now encounter new charges, including Rs10,000 for laboratory fees and Rs5,000 for IT services, providing a technologically advanced learning environment.

Significant Escalation for Merit Seats and Self-Financing:

1. Merit Seats Fees Surge: Merit seat fees have experienced a substantial escalation, leaping from Rs101,500 to Rs268,600, reflecting the commitment to maintaining high educational standards.
   
2. Self-Financing Section Witnesses Adjustments: The self-finance section has undergone parallel adjustments, with admission fees rising from Rs20,000 to Rs100,000, tuition fees doubling from Rs600,000 to Rs1.2 million, and library fees increasing from Rs3,500 to Rs10,000.
   
3. Transportation Charges and Further Revisions: Transportation charges surged from Rs20,000 to Rs36,000, while the student activity/social fee has revised from Rs8,000 to Rs10,000, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
   
4. Development, Laboratory, and IT Fees for Self-Finance: Development charges for self-financing seats now set at Rs50,000, accompanied by laboratory and IT fees fixed at Rs10,000 and Rs5,000, respectively.

In a significant move, the self-finance seat, previously priced at Rs651,500, now stands at Rs1,421,000, indicating a substantial investment in the future of medical and dental education at KMDC.

This strategic fee restructuring not only addresses the financial needs of the institution but also ensures a robust learning environment for students pursuing their medical and dental aspirations at Karachi Medical and Dental College.