Quaid-i-Azam University
Islamabad, Pakistan
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)
Islamabad, Pakistan
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Lahore, Pakistan
About Pakistani Universities
Pakistan has a diverse higher education system with both public and private institutions. The Higher Education Commission (HEC) regulates and accredits universities in Pakistan.
Pakistan has made significant strides in higher education in recent years, with several universities gaining international recognition for their academic programs and research output.
Admission Information
Most Pakistani universities admit students based on entrance examinations and previous academic performance. The admission cycles typically run:
- Fall Admission: May - August
- Spring Admission: November - January
Grading System
Pakistani universities typically use a 4.0 GPA scale or percentage system:
- A/A+ (80-100%): 4.0
- A- (75-79%): 3.7
- B+ (70-74%): 3.3
- B (65-69%): 3.0
- C (50-59%): 2.0
- F (Below 50%): 0.0