MDCAT Preparation Platform – Development Proposal & Quotation
1. Executive Summary
Following a detailed review of the PRD, technical requirements, payment integrations, content
structure, and long-term scalability objectives, we propose a phased development plan for the
MDCAT Preparation Platform.
The platform will be developed as a scalable, secure, and monetizable Android-based EdTech
system designed to handle large MCQ datasets, subscription management, and future AI-driven
enhancements. The project is estimated to complete within 16 weeks (4 months).
Our approach prioritizes:
• Modular and maintainable code architecture
• Scalable database design to handle high-volume MCQs
• Cloud-based deployment with secure environment isolation
• Future-ready architecture for AI-assisted automation
2. Project Timeline & Milestones
Month Focus Area Key Deliverables
Month Foundation & • UI/UX Design and complete student journey planning• Scalable
1 Architecture relational database design (optimized for 300k+ MCQs)• Modular
Android application framework (MVVM pattern)• Base Admin Panel
setup with user management
Month Learning Engine • MCQ practice engine with timed and mock tests• Subject and
2 Development chapter-wise categorization• Mobile OTP authentication• Basic
performance and analytics dashboards
Month Monetization & • Integration with JazzCash & Easypaisa gateways• Subscription
3 Access Control logic and automated access control• Voucher-based payment
system (if applicable)• Mock exam simulation and leaderboard
engine• Advanced analytics on weak-area tracking
Month Intelligence Layer • AI-assisted question structuring (Premium Package)• Smart
4 & Deployment weak-area detection• Bulk question management and advanced
admin dashboards• QA, performance optimization, and Play Store
deployment support
3. Package Options (PKR)
A) Basic Package – PKR 480,000 (MVP / Market Entry)
Includes:
• Android application with modular architecture
• Mobile OTP authentication
• Subject & chapter-wise MCQ practice with timed test mode
• Basic results and analytics dashboard
• Admin panel for manual question management
• YouTube video linking support
• Structured, scalable database foundation
Purpose:
Provides the core learning infrastructure for market validation and initial student base creation.
Does not include automated revenue systems.
B) Standard Package – PKR 600,000 (Revenue-Ready Version)
Includes everything in Basic, plus:
• JazzCash & Easypaisa payment gateway integration
• Automated subscription activation and access control
• Voucher-based payment system (optional)
• Mock exam simulation mode
• Leaderboard engine for engagement
• Advanced performance analytics (subject accuracy & weak-area tracking)
• Secure cloud deployment and backend configuration
Purpose:
Transforms the platform into a monetizable subscription-based product with automated revenue
collection, secure backend, and scalable architecture.
C) Premium Package – PKR 690,000 (Scalable & Intelligent Automation)
Includes everything in Standard, plus:
• AI-assisted question structuring (controlled scope)
• Smart weak-area detection engine (rule-based)
• Advanced admin analytics dashboard
• Bulk MCQ import and management tools
• Backend prepared for large-scale MCQ expansion
• Structured framework for future AI upgrades
• Basic isolated syllabus chatbot (non-Google logic system)
Purpose:
Provides intelligent automation, data-driven insights, and long-term scalability. The system
architecture supports future AI integration without redesign.
4. Technical Architecture & Considerations
• Mobile App: Modular Android application using MVVM pattern for maintainability.
• Backend: Cloud-based with secure RESTful APIs and role-based access control.
• Database: Normalized relational database optimized for 300,000+ MCQs and high query
performance.
• Scalability: Horizontal scalability for high concurrent users; backend prepared for future AI
workloads.
• Security: OTP authentication, encrypted sensitive data, secure cloud deployment.
• Analytics: Basic to advanced dashboards for performance, weak-area detection, and user
engagement metrics.
• Testing & QA: Unit, integration, and performance testing prior to deployment.
5. Assumptions & Exclusions
• Hosting and server infrastructure costs are separate.
• Payment gateway charges are as per provider policy.
• Content structuring of 300,000 MCQs is not included (can be quoted separately).
• Advanced deep-learning AI automation is considered Phase 2 enhancement.
6. Recommendations
We recommend a phased growth approach, starting with the Premium Package, which ensures:
• Long-term scalability and maintainability
• Future-ready architecture for AI automation
• Avoiding system redesign during expansion
7. Next Steps
Kindly confirm your preferred package so we can:
1. Prepare a formal agreement
2. Define milestone-based payments
3. Schedule development and deployment timelines
Sincerely.