University of Catania IMAT 2026/27 Call for Applications (Bando) Master Guide
Complete official decree breakdown for Medicine and Surgery (LM-41 in English) at Catania: 40 EU + 40 Non-EU quota (80 total places), test logistics with 10:00 roll call and 13:30 start, Smart_edu enrollment protocol, €156 fixed registration fee (€150 flat fee for non-residents), and minimum score criteria (20 pts EU / >0 Non-EU).
1. Seat Allocation & Course Profile (Table 1 & Article 1)
Italian citizens, EU nationals, and non-EU citizens legally residing in Italy (Art. 26 of Law 189/2002). Eligible candidates must achieve a minimum score of 20.00 points.
Substantial 40-seat quota for non-EU students residing abroad requiring an entry visa. Candidates must obtain a score strictly greater than zero (>0) on the dedicated UniCT local ranking.
2. Test Venue Logistics & Entry Times (Articles 3 & 6)
Mandatory Entry Documents (Article 6)
- •Valid physical passport or government photo ID card (D.P.R. 445/2000).
- •Printed Universitaly registration receipt and proof of fee payment.
- ⚠️Late arrivals after the roll-call closure cannot be admitted to test rooms under any circumstances.
Annulment Grounds (Article 7)
- •Using phones, calculators, smart devices, books, or unapproved paper.
- •Signing or placing identifiable marks on the answer sheet (Modulo Risposte).
- •Writing with anything other than the black pen supplied by UniCT.
3. Peremptory Calendar & Timetable (Articles 3, 10 & 11)
| Date & Time | Stage | Action & Legal Procedure |
|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug – 09 Sep 2026 15:00 CEST | Universitaly Registration Window | Online registration and payment of participation fee according to Universitaly portal instructions. |
| 29 September 2026 10:00 Roll Call / 13:30 Test | IMAT Test Day in Catania | Mandatory identity check starting at 10:00. Examination commences at 13:30. 100 minutes duration, 60 multiple-choice questions. |
| 08 October 2026 | Anonymous Score Publication | CINECA publishes raw test scores identified exclusively by alphanumeric barcode label on Universitaly. |
| 19 October 2026 | Answer Sheet Scans | Candidates review scanned answer sheets and individual item scores in reserved area. |
| 26 October 2026 | National & Local Merit Rankings Released | Nominal national ranking published on Universitaly (EU) and local merit list on www.unict.it (Non-EU). |
| Starting 26 Oct (Within 4 Days) | Smart_edu Matriculation & €156 Fee | ASSIGNED candidates must complete two mandatory steps via Smart_edu (studenti.smartedu.unict.it): 1) Submit matriculation application; 2) Pay fixed fee of €156.00 within 4 days or forfeit admission permanently. |
4. Scoring Formula & Statutory Tie-Breaking Rules (Articles 6 & 9)
Statutory Tie-Breaking Order (UniCT Article 6):
In case of identical total scores, ranking precedence is awarded by sub-section performance in the following strict hierarchy:
- Higher individual score in Biology (23 questions, 34.5 pts max)
- Higher individual score in Chemistry (15 questions, 22.5 pts max)
- Higher individual score in Physics & Mathematics (13 questions, 19.5 pts max)
- Higher individual score in Logical Reasoning & Problem Solving (5 questions, 7.5 pts max)
- Higher individual score in Reading Skills & General Knowledge (4 questions, 6.0 pts max)
- Certified English language proficiency (CEFR C2, C1, B2) declared during registration
- In case of residual tie, preference goes to the younger candidate.
5. Smart_edu Matriculation & Tuition Breakdown (Article 11)
Fixed Initial Matriculation Fee: €156.00
Upon confirming the matriculation application on Smart_edu, a mandatory invoice of €156.00 is generated under "Pagamenti da effettuare":
Non-Resident Flat Annual Tuition: €150.00
Under Article 11, paragraph 3: for students who are not tax residents in Italy, the university establishes a flat comprehensive annual tuition fee of only €150.00.