# Dec. 2024 / Jan. 2025 / Feb. 2025 Induction

Source: https://upmed.net/dec-2024-jan-2025-feb-2025-induction/  
Published: 2024-12-21 · Updated: 2026-11-03  
Category: Dec. 2024 / Jan. 2025 / Feb. 2025 Induction (Punjab)  
Publisher: UPMED (https://upmed.net/)

> JCAT has ended. Admission to MD/MS/MDS residency in Punjab is now through the Postgraduate Entrance Test (PGET) conducted by UHS.

**JCAT has ended.** Admission to MD/MS/MDS residency in Punjab is now through the [Postgraduate Entrance Test (PGET)](https://upmed.net/pget/) conducted by UHS. This post is kept for record only.

**Summary:**

- Merit Lists Phase I: Dec. Jan FCPS, MD, MS, MDS Induction: [Merit Lists](https://upmed.net/all-merit-lists-dec-2024-jan-2025-induction/)
- Merit List Phase II: Feb. 2025 MD / MS / MDS Induction: [Merit Lists](https://upmed.net/phase-ii-merit-lists-jan-feb-march-2025-induction/)
- Compiled Statistics: Minimum Merits of both Phases: [Click Here](https://upmed.net/compiled-statistics-merit-lists-dec-2024-jan-feb-2025/)

**Details**

**Phase II (Feb. 2025 MD / MS / MDS Induction):**

1. Phase II (Feb. 2025) of the Punjab Residency Program (PRP) induction for Dec. 2024 / Jan. 2025 focuses on the re-induction of MD/MS candidates after the JCAT passing criteria were lowered from 75% to 60%.
2. Fresh applications for MD/MS/MDS were invited until Feb. 10, 2025, along with FCPS-II candidates switching to MD/MS/MDS, who were required to submit an undertaking.
3. Grievances were held on Monday 17 February 2025 Time 10 AM to 4 PM at King Edward Medical University Lahore.
4. [Seat Distribution: ](https://upmed.net/seat-distribution-feb-2025-md-ms-mds-induction/)Total Seats: 512
5. If any applicant has Grievances will be held Tuesday date 25 February 2025 Time 10 AM to 4 PM at King Edward Medical University Lahore.
6. Merit list rounds 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 were displayed on March 3rd, 6th, 10th, 12th, and 15th 2025, respectively, with selected candidates having submitted their consent before the given deadlines.
7. Merit list round 6 **(final list)** has been displayed. Selected candidates may login to give consent before the deadline 17-03-2025, Monday, Pakistan Standard Time 11:59 PM.
8. Joining is from 9 am till office hours on 18th and 19th March 2025.
9. [Gazette Copies: Feb. 2025 MD MS MDS PRP / CIP Induction](https://upmed.net/gazette-copies-feb-2025-md-ms-mds-prp-cip-induction/)
10. [Merit Lists](https://upmed.net/phase-ii-merit-lists-jan-feb-march-2025-induction/)

**Phase I: Dec. Jan FCPS, MD, MS, MDS Induction**

- Applications started and closed on 16th Dec. 2024 (at 4:59 pm). Check the official website at this link: [http://prp.phf.gop.pk/](http://prp.phf.gop.pk/)
- The Grievance Committee was held on 26th December, 27th December, and 28th December 2024 Time 10 AM at King Edward Medical University Lahore.
- [New Dec. 2024 / Jan. 2025 Policy Document](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/4kscy2_n4539ohcxm1wa.pdf)
- [Seat Distribution](https://upmed.net/seat-distribution-dec-2024-jan-2025-prp-cip-induction/)
- [Hard Area BHUs & RHCs Dec. 2024 / Jan. 2025 CIP Policy](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/k650zx2awh0e7kryc4yq.pdf)
- [July 2024, Jan 2024, and July 2023 Merit List Statistics According to Jan. 2025 Induction Criteria](https://upmed.net/july-2024-jan-2024-and-july-2023-merit-list-statistics-according-to-jan-2025-induction-criteria/)
- [CMH Hospitals Placement Notice](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/placement-policy.pdf)
- [Placement Policy for DHQs under P&SHCD](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/placement-policy-dhq.pdf)
- [Experience Certificate Format](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/experience.pdf)
- The Punjab Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department announced the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) for Foreign Graduates applying for Level-III PG Training on 4th November 2024. However, this notification was later withdrawn on 6th December 2024 ([Notice](https://upmeddocs.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/no-osce-for-fmgs.pdf)).
- Requirement of NOCs for employees of the SHC&ME, P&SHCD, Social Security Institutes, PKLI, or any other department under the Government of Punjab, as well as other public sector employees: Obtain No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from their respective administrative departments. These NOCs must be uploaded to the portal as a mandatory requirement during the application process, as no applications from public sector employees will be processed without the NOC.
- The first Gazette was uploaded on 8th Jan. 2025. See all files at one place at this link [https://upmed.net/gazette-copies-dec-2024-jan-2025-prp-cip-induction/](https://upmed.net/gazette-copies-dec-2024-jan-2025-prp-cip-induction/)
- Grievances Committee will be held at KEMU 10 AM to 4 PM from Thursday 09-01-2025 to Friday 10-01-2025.
- Candidates with locum experience claims are directed to furnish detailed biometric attendance duly signed by P&SHC or PHFMC, during gazette grievances for the claim of marks. In case detailed attendance is not provided, marks shall not be awarded.
- The 1st merit list was displayed on January 15, 2025. Selected candidates were required to log in and provide their consent by 11:59 PM on Thursday, January 18, 2025. The list was subsequently removed for two days and reuploaded on January 21, 2025, with the following message: “You are hereby offered a final opportunity to submit your consent for Merit List 1 of Level III PG Training by 11:59 PM on January 21, 2025. No further extensions will be granted.”
- Merit list 2 was displayed, and selected applicants were required to give their consent by logging in before 11:59 PM on Friday, 24 January 2025.
- Merit list 3 was displayed, and selected candidates were allowed to give their consent by logging in until 11:59 AM PST on 27 January 2025.
- The 4th merit list for the Punjab Residency Program Level III was displayed, and selected candidates had the opportunity to log in and give their consent until 11:59 PM PST on Tuesday, 28 January 2025.
- The 5th merit list was published on 29th January 2025. Selected candidates were required to log in and give their consent by 30th January 2025, no later than 08:00 AM Pakistan Standard Time. The joining period was from 30th to 31st January, within office hours, at the respective hospital. Later join was cancelled according to following point:
   - According to notices of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Feb. 2025: [(Read Full story here):](https://upmed.net/february-2025-md-ms-mds-cip-prp-induction/) The Punjab Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department lowered the JCAT passing criteria from 75% to 60%, with revised results published on 2nd February 2025. Fresh applications for MS/MD/MDS programs are open until 10th February 2025, and FCPS-II candidates switching to MS/MD/MDS must submit an undertaking. FCPS candidates must reconfirm consent by 4th February 2025, and the FCPS merit list remains valid until 10th February 2025.
   - 4th Feb. 2025 Update: For all candidates selected/joined already in final selection list of level-III (FCPS/MD/MS) published on 29th Jan 2025:
      - The consent is required afresh from all the candidates till 8 pm on 5th Feb, 2025.
      - Further merit lists are going to be displayed till 10th Feb, 2025.
      - Joining in respective hospitals shall be from 12th-13th Feb, 2025 within office hours
- 6th List consent date: Friday, February 7, 2025, 11:59 PM PST
- 7th List consent date: Monday, February 10, 2025, 12:00 PM PST
- 8th List consent date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 11:59 AM PST
- 9th List consent date: Thursday, February 13, 2025, PST
- 10th List consent date: Thursday, February 13, 2025, 11:59 AM PST
- The 6th-10th list included only FCPS selections, while MD/MS/MDS candidates are not included as their induction process is being re-evaluated. However, candidates who have already joined their MD/MS seats will retain their induction, and their joining remains valid.
- In case of employee Primary & Secondary Health Department or Specialized Medical Education & Health care final relieving order (deputation/resignation/termination/EOL)may be uploaded on the portal till 10 Feb 2025 for issuance of final offer letter/confirmation of seat In case of failure to do so shall lead to cancellation of seat.
- You can check lists on this link [(Official PRP Link)](http://prp.phf.gop.pk/) or [check at UPMED](https://upmed.net/all-merit-lists-dec-2024-jan-2025-induction/)