Karachi, Pakistan · KU
University of Karachi
A single profile of KU's undergraduate admissions: the published cycle, BS programmes, entry-test pattern and semester fees.
- Deadline
- 21 Oct 2026
- City
- Karachi
- Type
- Public
- Entry test
- Once a year
Admissions
Admissions 2027
This round closed on 21 Oct 2026. No later round is published yet.
Official uokadmission.edu.pk portal is live with an active Admission Schedule for the 2027 cycle (registration from 12 Oct 2026, due 21 Oct 2026). The day-level schedule is published as an image (JPEG) on the official portal, so the exact dates were captured from that official image and are not independently machine-readable — an OCR pass would confirm them.
Cycle timeline
- Registration opens12 Oct 2026
- Registration deadline21 Oct 2026
Programmes
19 programmes across 5 departments. This is the list the university publishes; it may not be exhaustive.
Computing
- BS Computer Science
- BS Statistics
- BS Mathematics
Social Sciences
- BS Economics
- BS Sociology
- BS Psychology
- BS Political Science
- BS Education
- BS Media Studies
- BS Social Work
Natural Sciences
- BS Chemistry
- BS Biotechnology
- BS Microbiology
- BS Zoology
- BS Botany
Business
- BBA
- BS Commerce
- BS Accounting
Law
- LLB (5-Year)
Fees
Published per-semester fee by department. Fees are set by the university and can change by intake; this table is not a quote.
| Department | Per semester | Per year | 4-year estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences | ₨16,000 | ₨32,000 | ₨128,000 |
| Social Sciences | ₨14,000 | ₨28,000 | ₨112,000 |
| Business | ₨15,000 | ₨30,000 | ₨120,000 |
| Computer Science | ₨16,000 | ₨32,000 | ₨128,000 |
Public university. Karachi domicile gets priority in open merit seats.
Per year assumes two semesters; the four-year estimate assumes eight. Some programmes run different credit loads, and campuses can charge different amounts. Confirm the fee on the official page before you budget.
Entry test
The university publishes its own entry-test pattern. The sections below are what it publishes; confirm the current pattern before you sit the test.
Note
100 MCQs total. English and General Knowledge are compulsory for all departments. Remaining sections are subject-specific based on FSc background. No negative marking.
Computing
| Section | MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| General Knowledge (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| Subject-Specific (based on FSc) | 60 | 90 |
| Total | 100 | 150 |
Engineering
| Section | MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| General Knowledge (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| Subject-Specific (based on FSc) | 60 | 90 |
| Total | 100 | 150 |
Business / Management
| Section | MCQs | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| English (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| General Knowledge (Compulsory) | 20 | 30 |
| Subject-Specific (Commerce/Arts) | 60 | 90 |
| Total | 100 | 150 |
FAQ
- What aggregate do I need for University of Karachi?
- KU uses its own entry tests for most programs. Merit varies significantly by department — medicine-related programs and professional degrees are the most competitive. A 55 to 65%+ FSc aggregate is a reasonable baseline for most programs, though high-demand departments require more.
- Does University of Karachi accept O-level and A-level students?
- Yes. IBCC equivalence is used. KU offers a vast range of programs so O/A level students can find fit across sciences, arts, commerce, and professional fields.
- How many seats does University of Karachi offer?
- KU is one of the largest universities in Pakistan — one of the highest student enrollments in the country across hundreds of programs. Seat availability varies enormously by department.
- Does University of Karachi offer need-based scholarships?
- Yes. Multiple financial aid schemes are available through the university and HEC. Being a public university, fees are already very affordable.
- What happens after the KU merit list?
- Document verification and fee payment within the deadline. KU processes a large volume of students so stay organized with your paperwork and deadlines.
- What is the University of Karachi fee structure?
- Public university rates — generally Rs. 15,000 to 50,000 per semester depending on the program. Very accessible for students in Karachi and surrounding areas.
- Can I apply to multiple departments at KU?
- Yes. Given the sheer breadth of programs at KU, applying to multiple departments is smart — there is likely a backup option within the same university that suits your profile.
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Sources
This page is built from the university's official admissions pages and published fee schedules. We record the official URL and the date the record was last updated. If a date or amount is not on the official page, it is not invented here. Closing-merit figures are the last published values UNiGUIDE holds.
Official site: www.uok.edu.pk