All you need to know about and do for admission into top universities in Pakistan for Engineering Programs

Students who choose mathematics at the intermediate level and dream to become future engineers need to be aware of their options after passing their intermediate exams. Following is a list of some of the top universities of Pakistan which offer degrees in engineering:

• University of Engineering and Technology (UET)
• National University of Science and Technology (NUST)
• Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI)
• FAST National University
• COMSATS University
• Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS)

University of Engineering and Technology (UET)

UET conducts its admission test under the name of ECAT (Engineering College Admission Test) which is a combined entrance test for admission into various engineering institutions.

ECAT Paper Pattern

• Total Number of MCQs: 100
• Total Marks: 400
• Duration of MDCAT: 100 Minutes.
• Negative Marking of -1

Merit Calculation

The merit for Engineering Programs is calculated by assigning the following weightage to the test and Board Exams:

• Entry Test 33%
• F.Sc. Part-1 50%
• Matric 17%

National University of Science and Technology (NUST)

NUST, a public research university with its main campus in Islamabad, is one of the top universities in Pakistan. It is under the administration of the Armed Forces of Pakistan and conducts its own test for admission to degrees in engineering.

Test Structure

The time allotted to the test is 180 minutes (3 hours). There are 200 MCQs (Multiple-choice questions) and each question carries 1 mark. There is no negative marking in this test.

The subject-wise distribution of questions for the test is as follows:

• Mathematics: 80
• Physics: 60
• Chemistry/Computer: 30
• English: 20
• Intelligence: 10

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Registration, candidates from the FA / FSc stream should have passed Part-I exam. Candidates who have completed their HSSC should have attained at least 60% marks. All candidates must have 60% marks in SSC as well.

A levels students should have obtained minimum 60% marks in O levels as per equivalence certificate issued by IBCC.

Merit Calculation

The merit calculation is done as follows:

• NUST Entry Test 75%
• HSSC Part-1 15%
• Matriculation 10%

Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI)

GIKI University is a private-sector research university located in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Admission into the university is decided on the basis of the score in admission test and the academic record of the candidate. The university also accepts the results of SAT (in Mathematics and Physics).

Test Structure

The admission test comprises 80 MCQs (Multiple-choice questions), each carrying 3 marks. For every wrong answer in Physics and Mathematics, there is a negative marking of 1 mark. The maximum time allowed for the test is 120 minutes (2 hours). The subject-wise distribution of questions is as follows:

• Physics 30
• Mathematics 30
• English 20

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates for admission must meet one of the following criteria:

• HSSC (Pre-Engineering i.e. Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) with 60% or above marks each in Mathematics, Physics & Overall.
• HSSC (Pre-Medical) with Additional Mathematics and 60% or above marks in Mathematics, Physics & Overall.
• A-Levels in three subjects Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry with D or above grade each in Mathematics & Physics and O-level in eight subjects (English, Mathematics, Physics,
• Chemistry, Biology/Computer Science, Urdu, Islamic Studies & Pakistan Studies) for local applicants and in five subjects (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Computer Science) for those applying from abroad with 60% or above overall marks as per IBCC equivalence formula.
• American or Canadian High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate Diploma with Mathematics (with Calculus), Physics and Chemistry with 60% or above marks, as per IBCC
  equivalence formula, in Mathematics, Physics & Overall.
• B.Sc. (Mathematics & Physics) with 60% or above marks in Mathematics, Physics & Overall.
• Three years Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in relevant technology from a Pakistani Board of Technical Education with at least 60% marks in Mathematics, Physics & Overall.

Comparative Assessment Criteria (Merit List)

• Score in Admission Test OR SAT-II (in Mathematics and Physics for Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science Programs and in any two subjects for Management Sciences Program: 85%
• SSC/O-level (for Those with A-level and O-level background) / Equivalent: 15%
• Last completed qualification for High School diploma, IB diploma or B.Sc. or DAE: 15%

Candidates who have completed one of the above qualifications and are awaiting results may apply for provisional admission. Confirmation of admission will, however, be subject to the submission of results by the date specified in the offer letter and fulfillment of the above criteria.

FAST National University

FAST National University, a prestigious, federally-chartered university, is renowned for its impact on the software industry. The university have five campuses at Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, and Chiniot-Faisalabad. Students desiring to take admission in FAST National University have to pass its admission test.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

1. BS (Engineering)

Eligibility:

• At least 60% marks in SSC (Matric) or an equivalent examination AND
• At least 60% marks in HSSC or an equivalent qualification AND

Selection Criteria:

• 33% weight to marks obtained in Admission Test AND
• 17% weight of SSC (or an equivalent exam) AND
• 50% weight of HSSC (or an equivalent exam)
• Weightage of HSSC marks shall be calculated based on (whichever is applicable) at the time of compilation of merit list
  o HSSC part I and II OR
  o HSSC part I if HSSC part II not available OR
  o IBCC equivalence of A-level OR
  o IBCC equivalence of O-level

2. BS (Computing Programs)

Eligibility:

• At least 60% marks in SSC (Matric) or an equivalent examination AND
• At least 50% marks in HSSC or an equivalent qualification AND
• Must have passed Mathematics at the HSSC or equivalent level.

Selection Criteria:

• 50% weight to marks obtained in Admission Test AND
• 10% weight of SSC (or an equivalent exam) AND
• 40% weight of HSSC (or an equivalent exam)

Test Structure

The online admission test is taken on a computer and thus an applicant needs to possess basic computer literacy. There is negative marking and the candidates are not allowed to use a calculator.

For BS Computer Science/Engineering, the subject-wise distribution is as follows:

• English 10%
• Analytical Skills & IQ 20%
• Basic Math 20%
• Adv. Math 50%

For BBA & BS (Accounting and Finance), subject-wise weightage is as follows:

• English 10%
• Essay writing 15%
• Analytical Skills & IQ 25%
• Basic Math 50%

COMSATS University

COMSATS is one of the leading universities of Pakistan. For admission into this university, a candidate has to undergo an NTS test. NTS NAT test is compulsory for admission to undergraduate programs. The result of NTS NAT is valid for 1 year.

The details of the syllabus for the admission test of COMSATS University can be found on the NTS website.

Eligibility Criteria

• At least 50% marks in intermediate or equivalent
• Valid test score

Merit Calculation

The Merit is calculated by assigning the following weightage to academic record and the test:

• Matriculation (Or equivalent) 10%
• Intermediate (Or equivalent) 40%
• NTS Test 50%

Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS)

PIEAS University is recognized as a notable federal public university devoted to providing higher education in many disciplines of engineering, natural sciences, and formal sciences. PIEAS offers admissions in six undergraduate (BS) Programs.

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Metallurgy & Materials Engineering
• Computer and Information Sciences
• Physics

Eligibility Criteria

• At least 60% marks or equivalent in both Matriculation/O-level and Intermediate (FSc Part I/II)/A-level or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as major subjects for admission to BS Engineering Programs.
• Physics and Mathematics as major subjects for admission to BS Computer & Information Sciences Program
• Physics as major subject for admission to BS Physics Program
• Candidates with Pre-Medical background are eligible to apply in BS Physics and BS Computer & Information Sciences Program.
• Candidates who have taken additional paper of Mathematics with FSc (Pre-Medical) background are also eligible to apply.
• Candidates with Intermediate (General Science) are eligible to apply for BS Computer & Information Sciences and BS Physics programs.
• Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) holders are also eligible as per PEC policy, in BS Engineering programs.
• Those waiting for their results may also apply. However, the intermediate/A-level or equivalent result with at least 60% marks or equivalent is required at the time of joining the BS program.

Test Structure

• The duration of the written test will be 3 hours (180 minutes).
• The written test consists of 100 questions.
• All of the questions would be of multiple-choice (MCQ) type with four possible answers, say, A, B, C, and D.
• There will be no negative marking.

The subject-wise distribution of questions is as follows:

• English 10
• Math 30
• Physics 30
• Chemistry / Computer Science 30

How to prepare for these exams all at once

It is certainly wise and advisable for aspiring engineers to keep their options open regarding admission into one of the engineering programs offered at one of the best universities of the country. However, it is mentally overwhelming and practically cumbersome to prepare for the entry tests of various universities separately. One needs a method that fits into the preparation of all these tests. Embarking upon this extremely demanding venture all by oneself may seem an uphill task to most, and hence it is very reasonable to look for an institute that takes care of all that is required for one to be prepared for each of these entry tests.

KIPS and Entry Test Preparation

KIPS Preparations, under the umbrella of KIPS Education System, has been providing its services to students with the vision of equipping them with the knowledge and skill required to outshine others in entry tests and their careers. The extent of the impact of KIPS in this journey can be gauged by the number of seats and top positions its students continue to secure in entrance exams. KIPS has come up with a teaching methodology that facilitates students in covering all their syllabus in the short time they have to prepare for the exam. Here is a list of courses especially designed for the preparation of various entry tests for those who aspire to become future engineers:

CAREER PREP (LONG FUNG)

This preparatory session has been formulated to offer comprehensive preparation for a wide range of Engineering, Business Studies and Non-Medical entrance examinations, with a specific focus on UET(ECAT), NUST (All series), GIKI, PIEAS, FAST, PU, ITU, LUMS, COMSATS, NTS and other prominent universities that offer Engineering, IT and Business Programs.

LONG FUNG PARALLEL PREP

This comprehensive preparatory session has been designed to offer thorough preparation for almost all types of Engineering & Non-Medical entrance tests specifically targeting UET, NUST (NET), GIKI, PIEAS, FAST and other major universities including NTS-NAT.

FUNG PLUS

This session has been formulated to offer comprehensive preparation for a wide range of Engineering, Business Studies and Non-Medical entrance examinations, with a specific focus on UET(ECAT), NUST (All series), GIKI, PIEAS, FAST, PU, ITU, LUMS, COMSATS, NTS and other prominent universities that offer Engineering, IT and Business Programs.

For more information regarding these and other programs at KIPS, you may visit www.kipsprep.com

KIPS Virtual

In addition to on-campus preparatory sessions, KIPS offers online preparation of MDCAT through KIPS Virtual. This online learning platform has the following features:

• e-Lectures
• Readings
• Quizzes & Assignments
• Live Classes
• Teacher Support
• Notes & Bookmarks
• Progress Reports
• Leaderboard

For more details regarding online learning through KIPS, you can visit www.kipsvirtual.com

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