Islamabad, Pakistan · QAU
Quaid-i-Azam University
A single profile of QAU's undergraduate admissions: the published cycle, BS programmes, entry-test pattern, semester fees and closing merit.
- Deadline
- 18 Aug 2026
- City
- Islamabad
- Type
- Public
- Entry test
- Once a year
Admissions
Fall 2026 — Self-Support
This round closed on 18 Aug 2026. No later round is published yet.
Self-support (evening) window per the same official notice: application deadline 18 Aug 2026, merit list 25 Aug 2026 (dates as previously collected from the notice; only the regular-round dates were re-extracted on 2026-10-30).
- Merit list
- 25 Aug 2026
Cycle timeline
- Registration opens1 Jun 2026
- Registration deadline18 Aug 2026
- Merit list25 Aug 2026
Other published cycles
| Cycle | Registration | Entry test | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 — Regular / Self-Finance | Closed 10 Aug 2026 | Not published | Closed |
Programmes
15 programmes across 3 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 Political Science
- BS Sociology
- BS Psychology
- BS International Relations
- BS Gender Studies
Natural Sciences
- BS Biochemistry
- BS Biotechnology
- BS Chemistry
- BS Physics
- BS Microbiology
- BS Environmental Sciences
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 | ₨19,000 | ₨38,000 | ₨152,000 |
| Social Sciences | ₨17,000 | ₨34,000 | ₨136,000 |
| Business | ₨17,000 | ₨34,000 | ₨136,000 |
| Computer Science | ₨18,000 | ₨36,000 | ₨144,000 |
Federal university in Islamabad. Low fees for most programs.
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.
Closing merit
The last closing merit UNiGUIDE holds for this university's undergraduate programmes, with the formula the university uses. This is a record of published merit, not a prediction.
Computing
30% Matric70% FSc0% No Entry Test| Programme | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| BS Computer Science | 84.7% | 93.0% |
| BS Information Technology | 83.3% | 90.0% |
| BS Software Engineering | 83.5% | — |
QAU uses academic scores only — no entry test required. Enter 0 in the Entry Test field to calculate.
Closing merit varies each year. Confirm it with the university.
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
Fall 2026 (current cycle): the HEC USAT requirement is WAIVED for BS & Pharm-D admissions per the official admissions portal announcement (checked 2026-10-30). LAT is required for LLB (at least 50% marks). In normal cycles a valid USAT result is used for short-listing only and is not counted in the final merit.
Computing
Valid USAT result required. USAT is not counted in merit — used for short-listing only.
Business / Management
Valid USAT result required. USAT is not counted in merit — used for short-listing only.
FAQ
- What aggregate do I need for Quaid-i-Azam University?
- QAU uses its own entry test for most programs. Being a public university, merit varies a lot by department — sciences and social sciences are competitive. A 60%+ FSc aggregate is a baseline for most programs but check previous year merit lists for your specific department.
- Does QAU accept O-level and A-level students?
- Yes. O/A level students are accepted and IBCC equivalence is used to calculate your aggregate.
- How many seats does QAU offer?
- QAU is a large federally chartered university in Islamabad with intake across sciences, social sciences, and other disciplines. It draws students from across the country.
- Does QAU offer need-based scholarships?
- Yes. HEC and university-level scholarships are both available. Being a public university, fees are already quite low — financial aid can reduce the cost further for eligible students.
- What happens after the QAU merit list?
- Document verification and fee deposit within the deadline. QAU usually releases multiple merit lists, so stay patient and keep checking if you are not on the first one.
- What is the QAU fee structure?
- Public university rates — around Rs. 20,000 to 50,000 per semester depending on the program. Very accessible for students from across Pakistan who want a strong research-oriented environment.
- Can I apply to multiple departments at QAU?
- Yes. You can apply to multiple departments — it is worth doing to maximize your chances even if your first choice does not work out.
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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.qau.edu.pk