DHA Exam Registration, Booking, Dates & Test Centres in Pakistan

Overview of the DHA Examination Registration Process

The Dubai Health Authority does not directly administer its licensing examinations. The examination is delivered by Prometric, the global testing company, under contract with the DHA. All registration, scheduling, and examination delivery is handled through the Prometric system. Before you can book your examination date, you must first obtain eligibility approval from the DHA itself.

Step 1: Submit Your DHA Eligibility Application

The process begins at the DHA eHealth portal (at ehealth.gov.ae). You will need to create an account and submit an eligibility application for the relevant profession and specialty. The documents required at this stage typically include:

• Valid passport copy
• Primary source verification (PSV) from DataFlow - a mandatory background check that verifies your educational qualifications and professional registration directly with the issuing body
• Medical degree or nursing qualification certificate
• Internship completion certificate (for doctors)
• Current professional registration certificate from PMDC or the relevant body
• Good standing letter from your registration body
• Experience letters if required for your specialty
• Recent passport-size photograph

DataFlow verification is the most time-consuming step. Allow 4-8 weeks for DataFlow to complete. The DHA will not grant examination eligibility until DataFlow returns a verified result, so beginning the DataFlow process early is essential.

Once your application is reviewed and eligibility is granted, the DHA will issue you an eligibility letter that includes a registration number and instructions for scheduling your examination through Prometric.

Step 2: Register and Book Through Prometric

Once you have your DHA eligibility letter, go to the Prometric website and navigate to the DHA examination section. You will need to:

1. Create a Prometric account (or log in if you already have one)
2. Enter your eligibility number from the DHA letter
3. Pay the examination fee online by credit or debit card
4. Select your preferred test centre and examination date
5. Receive a scheduling confirmation email

Appointment slots at popular centres fill up, so book as soon as you are eligible rather than waiting until you feel fully prepared.

DHA Exam Dates 2025

The DHA examination does not run on fixed cohort dates the way some other licensing examinations do. Because it is delivered by Prometric at permanent test centres, examinations are available year-round, Monday through Saturday, subject to seat availability at your chosen centre.

There is no single published DHA exam date 2025 calendar - you simply select from the available slots when you book. Availability varies by centre and time of year. Slots around major Pakistani public holidays and during the peak Ramadan period tend to fill faster as candidates schedule around them.

Eligibility approvals are typically valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You must schedule and sit your examination within this window. If you do not sit within the validity period, you will need to reapply for eligibility.

DHA Exam Centres in Pakistan

Prometric operates authorised test centres in Pakistan where Pakistani candidates can sit the DHA licensing examination without travelling to Dubai. The main DHA exam centres in Pakistan are located in:

• Karachi - the largest city with the highest availability of appointment slots
• Lahore - strong demand; book well in advance
• Islamabad - available slots, convenient for candidates from KPK and Northern areas

Prometric centre addresses, phone numbers, and current availability can be confirmed through the Prometric website at the time of scheduling. Test centre details change over time, so always verify the current location when you book your examination rather than relying on information from older sources.

Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy

If you need to change your appointment, Prometric allows rescheduling with no fee if done more than 30 days before your scheduled date. Rescheduling within 30 days may incur a fee. Cancellations close to the examination date are typically non-refundable. Check the current Prometric cancellation policy when you book, as terms can change.

On Exam Day

Arrive at the test centre at least 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Bring your valid passport as your primary ID - the name on your ID must exactly match the name on your registration. Mobile phones must be left in a locker outside the examination room. The centre provides scratch paper and a pencil if needed. The examination is 100 questions over 120 minutes; once started, the clock does not pause.

Prepare Before You Book

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