Overview
National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) is Pakistan’s top-ranked university, known for its world-class education in engineering, IT, business, social sciences, and natural sciences.NUST is ranked among the top universities globally and is considered Pakistan’s leading university for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.
1. General Inforamtion
| Full Name | National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) |
| Established | 1991 |
| Location | Islamabad, Pakistan (Main Campus in H-12) |
| Type | Public Sector University |
| Chancellor | President of Pakistan |
| Rector | Lt. Gen. (R) Engr. Javed Mahmood Bukhari |
| Affiliations & Accreditations | Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC) National Business Education Accreditation Council (NBEAC) Washington Accord (for International Engineering Accreditation) QS World University Rankings Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings |
2. Campuses Across Pakistan
Main Campus: Islamabad (H-12)
- NUST College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering (Rawalpindi)
- NUST College of Aeronautical Engineering (Risalpur, KPK)
- NUST Military College of Signals (Rawalpindi)
- NUST Military College of Engineering (Risalpur, KPK)
- NUST Karachi Campus (PNEC – Pakistan Navy Engineering College)
- NUST Quetta Campus (Balochistan, Emerging Technologies)
3. Academic Programs & Faculties
NUST offers undergraduate, graduate, and PhD programs in engineering, IT, business, social sciences, and natural sciences.
School of Engineering & IT
- BS Computer Science (BSCS)
- BS Software Engineering (BSSE)
- BS Artificial Intelligence (BS-AI)
- BS Cyber Security
- BS Data Science
- BS Electrical Engineering
- BS Mechanical Engineering
- BS Civil Engineering
- BS Chemical Engineering
- BS Environmental Engineering
- BS Mechatronics Engineering
- BS Materials & Nanotechnology Engineering
- BS Avionics Engineering
- MS & PhD in Engineering & IT Fields
NUST Business School (NBS)
- BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
- BS Accounting & Finance
- MBA (Master of Business Administration)
- MS & PhD in Management Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
- BS Mathematics
- BS Physics
- BS Chemistry
- MS & PhD in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry
School of Social Sciences & Humanities
- BS International Relations (IR)
- BS Mass Communication
- BS Psychology
- BS Public Administration
- MS & PhD in Social Sciences Fields
School of Architecture & Design
- BS Architecture
- BS Industrial Design
4.Rankings & Recognition
- Ranked #1 University in Pakistan by HEC
- Ranked Among the Top 100 Universities in Asia (QS Ranking)
- Ranked in Top 400 Universities in the World (QS & THE Ranking)
- Recognized Under Washington Accord for International Engineering Degrees
- Strong Industry Collaboration with International & Local Tech Giants
5.Admissions & Eligibility
Undergraduate Programs (BS, BBA, BE, etc.)
- Minimum 60% marks in Intermediate (FSc/FA/A-Levels)
- NUST Entry Test (NET) or SAT Required
Master’s & MS Programs (MBA, MS, MPhil, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 2.5 CGPA or 50% marks
- GAT or NUST Entry Test Required
PhD Programs
- MS/MPhil with a minimum CGPA 3.0
- GAT (Subject) or NUST Entry Test Required
6.Fee Structure (Approximate Per Semester)
Program |
Fee per Semester (PKR) |
|---|---|
| BS Computer Science & IT | 140,000 – 180,000 |
| BS Engineering Programs | 160,000 – 200,000 |
| BBA & Business Programs | 130,000 – 160,000 |
| BS Social Sciences & Humanities | 110,000 – 140,000 |
| MS & MPhil Programs | 120,000 – 160,000 |
| PhD Programs | 150,000 – 200,000 |
7.Campus & Facilities
- State-of-the-Art Islamabad Campus in H-12
- Advanced Library with Digital & Physical Research Resources
- High-Tech IT & Engineering Labs
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship Centers
- Sports Complex, Gym, & Indoor Sports Facilities
- Transport & Hostel Facilities for Students
- Student Societies, Events & Extracurricular Activities
8.Contact Information
- Address: National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), H-12, Islamabad, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 51 90856878
- Website: www.nust.edu.pk
- Email: admissions@nust.edu.pk
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