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Admission Criteria

General eligibility criteria and admission test details

For admission in MS/M.Phil programs

  • Candidates must possess a degree awarded after sixteen years of education (BS/ M.Sc/MA) in the relevant field as mentioned against each program above with at least 2 CGPA out of 4 from a recognized University. OR MA/M.Sc. in the relevant field as mentioned against each program above with at least 1st division (for science and engineering disciplines)/ 2nd division (for social sciences, arts and humanities disciplines) or equivalent grade in case the candidate is from annual system.
  • Candidates must pass KIU admission entry test with a passing score of 50%. OR The candidates who possess a valid result card of GRE/HAT/GAT General, conducted by testing bodies accredited by HEC with a passing score of 50% will be exempted from KIU admission entry test.

For admission in Ph.D programs

  • Candidates must possess an MS/ M. Phil degree in the relevant field as mentioned against each program above with at least 3 CGPA out of 4 from a recognized University.
  • The candidates must possess a valid result card of GRE/HAT/GAT (General/subject), conducted by testing bodies accredited by HEC with a passing score of 60%.
  • A candidate with Masters (foreign) degree shall be required to obtain equivalence certificate from HEC, stating his/her eligibility for admission into PhD program.
  • As part of the application for admission to PhD programs, applicants shall be required to submit a statement of purpose. A statement of purpose shall, at least, include the following:
    • Title of the potential research proposal
    • Clear articulation of the current understanding of the intended field and ideas for potential research
    • Explanation of the intended impact of the proposed research
    • The prospective candidates shall demonstrate passion and enthusiasm for the area of research.

How to apply:

  • Admission forms can only be submitted online.
  • The admission processing fee of Rs. 1,500/- can be paid at any HBL branch. Applicants can generate the bank challan after submitting the application.
    • After submission of the online application, the applicants must print the application form. The following documents along with the duly signed application form must be submitted to the KIU Admission Office within the deadline.
    • Attested copies of all the transcripts and degrees i.e. SSC onwards.
    • Attested copy of CNIC and 2 passport size photographs
    • All government / semi-government employees should apply through proper channel, and applicant shall be bound to submit no objection certificate (NOC) from his/her employer.