Medical student perception of online learning resources within the medical curriculum were explored through a cross sectional study involving 384 participants from Peshawar. Results indicated widespread internet access and frequent use of online platforms with YouTube being the most preffered. Students reported positive perceptions regarding improved understanding, memorization and engagement compared to traditional text books and most would recommend these resources to peers. However significant challenges including difficulties in acquiring practical and clinical skills online, lack of motivation unreliable internet, electricity outages and affordability issues while infrastructural and pedagogical limitations hinder their effectiveness in skill based training. These findings highlights the need for balanced and hybrid educational approaches.