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NUML University

A single profile of NUML's undergraduate admissions: the published cycle, BS programmes, entry-test pattern and semester fees.

Deadline
7 Dec 2026
City
Islamabad
Type
Public
Entry test
Own entry test
When can I apply

Admissions

Spring 2027

Registration closes 7 Dec 2026.

Open

Spring-2027 admission deadline 7 Dec 2026 per the official NUML academic calendar PDF. Upcoming cycle.

Cycle timeline

  1. Registration deadline7 Dec 2026
Cycle sourceRecord updated 1 Nov 2026Official source

Other published cycles

CycleRegistrationEntry testStatus
Fall 2026 — closedClosedNot publishedClosed
What you can study

Programmes

13 programmes across 3 departments. This is the list the university publishes; it may not be exhaustive.

Computing

  • BS Computer Science
  • BS Information Technology

Business

  • BBA
  • BS Business Administration
  • BS Banking & Finance

Social Sciences

  • BS English Language & Literature
  • BS Urdu
  • BS Chinese Language
  • BS Arabic
  • BS French Language
  • BS German Language
  • BS Korean Language
  • BS International Relations
What it costs

Fees

Published per-semester fee by department. Fees are set by the university and can change by intake; this table is not a quote.

DepartmentPer semesterPer year4-year estimate
BBA / BS Business Analytics / BS FinTech / BS Accounting & Finance₨137,575₨275,150₨1,100,600
BSCS / BSSE / BSCE / BSAI / BSIT / BS Data Science / Robotics & Intelligent Machine Eng₨146,170₨292,340₨1,169,360
BS Economics / Economics & Finance / Public Admin group₨87,050₨174,100₨696,400
BS Media & Communication / AD Psychology₨118,837₨237,674₨950,696
BS Education / B.Ed / ELM₨75,828₨151,656₨606,624

Official NUML 'Tuition Fee & Allied Charges - Pakistani Students (Effective FALL-2026)' PDF. Per-semester totals include tuition + exam + registration + allied charges; first semester additionally carries one-time admission/registration/library-security ('1st time charges', e.g. ~Rs 176,200 for computing). Numbers cross-checked against EduVision's 13-07-2026 program list (BBA 137,575; CS group 146,170; Economics 87,050; Media 118,837). Language programs vary by language (published range Rs 44,561-59,795/sem - not listed individually).

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.

What you prepare for

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.

Per admission phase (Fall 2026 Phase-II tests ~20 Aug 2026); graduate admissions need HEC ETC/NTS GAT + NUML subjective testNUML's own entry test (paper-based MCQs) + interviews. Engineering & Computing (BSCS/BSSE/BEEE/BS Elect/BSAI/BSIT): 75 MCQs in 60 minutes - Pre-Engineering group: English 15 + Physics 20 + Mathematics 20 + Chemistry 20; Pre-Medical group: English 15 + Physics 20 + Chemistry 20 + Biology 20; ICS & Others: English 15 + Physics 20 + Mathematics 20 + Computers 20. No calculators.

Note

Official model papers per faculty published at numl.edu.pk/admission/papers. BBA (4 years) model paper: 60 minutes, 3 sections - Mathematics 30 marks + English 30 marks + General Knowledge 15 marks (1.5 marks per MCQ, pass at >=50% aggregate); no calculators. Social Sciences (e.g. BS PCS): objective 65 marks, 60 minutes.

Computing

60 minutesNUML entry test - ICS & Others group (75 MCQs)
SectionMCQsMarks
English1515
Physics2020
Mathematics2020
Computers2020
Total7575

Engineering

60 minutesNUML entry test - Pre-Engineering group (75 MCQs; Pre-Medical variant swaps Math for Biology and Chemistry order)
SectionMCQsMarks
English1515
Physics2020
Mathematics2020
Chemistry2020
Total7575

Business / Management

60 minutesNUML BBA entry test (60 min, pass >=50%)
SectionMCQsMarks
Mathematics2030
English2030
General Knowledge1015
Total5075
Common questions

FAQ

What aggregate do I need for NUML?
NUML uses its own entry test combined with academic marks. Being a public-sector university focused on languages, business, and IT, the merit thresholds are moderate. A 55 to 60%+ FSc or FA aggregate is generally workable for most programs.
Does NUML accept O-level and A-level students?
Yes. IBCC equivalence is used. NUML has a strong languages and humanities focus which makes it accessible to students from diverse educational backgrounds.
How many seats does NUML offer?
NUML has campuses in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, and other cities, with intake across languages, IT, business, and social sciences. The multi-campus setup means there are more spots available overall.
Does NUML offer need-based scholarships?
Yes. Being a public-sector university, NUML has access to HEC and government scholarship schemes. Fees are already quite affordable compared to private institutions.
What happens after the NUML merit list?
Fee payment and document verification within the deadline. Check the portal for your specific campus as each location may handle the process slightly differently.
What is the NUML fee structure?
Very affordable for a multi-campus public-sector university — roughly Rs. 30,000 to 70,000 per semester depending on the program and campus. One of the better value options for languages, business, and IT programs.
Can I apply to multiple NUML campuses?
Yes. If you are flexible on location, applying to multiple campuses gives you more options and increases your chances of securing a seat in your preferred program.
What is the NUML entry test format and when is it held?
NUML conducts its own paper-based undergraduate entry test over two days — July 15 and 16, 2026 for Fall 2026. It is 120 minutes with 100 MCQs: English Language (40 Qs), Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning (30 Qs), and General Knowledge (30 Qs). Language program applicants face heavier English and vocabulary sections; Computing and Management applicants face more math and GK questions.
Does NUML accept SAT scores instead of their own entry test?
Yes. NUML accepts valid SAT scores as an alternative to their university entry test. Submit your SAT scorecard through the NUML Admission Panel before the registration deadline. This is one of the few public-sector universities that explicitly allows SAT as a test exemption route.
When is the NUML Fall 2026 admission deadline?
The NUML Fall 2026 undergraduate registration deadline is July 6, 2026. Entry tests are held July 15 and 16, 2026. Results and merit lists are typically announced within 2 to 3 weeks. Register via the NUML Admission Panel online and generate your roll number slip through the portal.
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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 pageCycle sourceRecord updated 1 Nov 2026

Official site: www.numl.edu.pk