Many students ask whether is MDCAT is a hard test or not. In 2023 there are 66875 appearing for the MDCAT exam in Pakistan and Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) offers only 3,600 for MBBS. Preparing for the Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT) is a significant milestone but every year most students fail this test.
According to my opinion Is The MDCAT Test Hard or Not? So the MDCAT is one of the hard tests in Pakistan. There are many reasons that I discuss below due to this test being hard. I also share some tips that you can follow to pass your MDCAT.
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Some students give 2 and more than 2 attempts for MDCAT but unfortunately, they fail in the test. In this blog post, I share some tips that you can follow to pass the exam. I request all students stay connected to our website for more information and updates about MDCAT and other Entry Tests.
Understanding the MDCAT Test
Before diving into test preparation tips I think you need to understand the structure of the MDCAT exam. This test contains 4 major subjects MCQs Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and English. Students must solve each section through their knowledge, critical thinking, and time.
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There are a total of 200 MCQs and the given time is 3.5 hours to solve a complete test. For more about passing marks in MDCAT, you can read our blog: MDCAT Passing Marks.
Is the MDCAT Test Hard?
Normally the MDCAT test is hard. This is the reason to most students fail in this exam. This test is a method to measure the abilities, knowledge, and critical thinking of students. There are a limited number of seats and more students apply for this test. Such as in 2023, For 3600 seats there are 66875 students appear in this test. That's the reason why the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council makes this test tough and hard.
Some major reasons make this test more hard:
- Extensive syllabus
- Time constraints
- Complex concepts
- Competitive nature
Easy Preparation Tips For MDCAT
Preparation is only a single thing to pass MDCAT. On the base of your preparation, you can score 180+ score in your MDCAT. Easy preparation tips for MDCAT are given below:
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1- Comprehensive Study Materials:
- Utilize all the textbooks for 1st year and 2nd year, online resources, and study guides (KIPS MDCAT Preparation Guide) to cover all topics thoroughly. Clear all the concepts through these resources.
2- Effective Study Techniques:
- Create notes of all the syllabi that you cover.
- Divide your studying time into different segments and add brakes after every 30 min. It increases your productivity 2 times.
3- Simulated Practice Tests:
- Train yourself with the MDCAT format by taking online practice tests.
- Analyze your performance in these tests to identify your strengths and weak points. And improve your performance.
- Take the performance test again and again. You see improvement after every assessment.
4- Time Management Skills:
- Practice with mock tests and solve in a given time to improve accuracy and speed.
5- Healthy Lifestyle:
- Maintain a balanced diet and take complete sleep of 8 hours.
- I know it's not related to preparation but Healthy Lifestyle helps to improve your productivity.
Conclusion:
MDCAT is a hard test or not? This is a question that most students ask. After analyzing the results of past years, reviews of students and teachers. I came to the result the MDCAT is a hard test. Most of the students fail this test every year. I share some reasons that make this test hard and the most important reason is the Competitive nature of this test.
Above I am sharing some Easy Preparation Tips For MDCAT in this blog post. If MBBS is your dream and you want to become a doctor, you need to read these tips and follow up.
FAQs:
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Q: Is the MDCAT test harder than other entrance exams?
Yes, the MDCAT test is harder than other entrance exams. Some factors make this test hard that are given below:
- Extensive syllabus
- Time constraints
- Complex concepts
- Competitive nature
Q: How can I effectively manage my time during the MDCAT exam?
After time management practice through mock tests, You can effectively manage your time during the MDCAT exam.
Q: Are there specific study materials recommended for MDCAT preparation?
MDCAT exam MCQS made from 1st years and 2nd years book. Some other online resources and extra books that recommended for MDCAT preparation. For example, KIPS MDCAT PREPARATION BOOK is good for MDCAT preparation.
