Karakoram International University, Gilgit Entry Test 2026-27
About This Entry Test
KIU admits BS students primarily on academic merit, with a departmental entry test and interview carrying 20% weight where held. Engineering programmes such as BS Mining Engineering require qualifying the KIU admission test. This page covers the undergraduate entry test requirement for Karakoram International University, Gilgit profile.
Test at a Glance
| Test name | KIU departmental admission test (where applicable) / mostly academic merit |
| Conducted by | University itself (concerned department) |
| Applies to | Admission is largely on academic merit; a departmental entry test and interview may be held. BS Mining Engineering explicitly requires qualifying the KIU admission test. Other programmes: check official website. |
| Eligibility | Most BS programmes: minimum 2nd Division/45% in FA/FSc; 50% for BS English, Microbiology, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Electrical Engineering Technology; 55% for BS MLT; 60% for BS Mining Engineering, BS Civil Engineering, BS Civil Engineering Technology. Third division/under 50% in non-annual system ineligible per BS rules. |
| Schedule | Fall 2026 BS applications: deadline 18 Sep 2026 (Main Campus). Test dates: check official website. |
| Merit weightage | If entry test held: academic performance 80% + entry test & interview 20%. If no test: merit on academic formula (see DAPR rules). 5 bonus marks for relevant/preferred subject. 80% seats for Gilgit-Baltistan, 20% for rest of Pakistan. |
Test Format
Set by the concerned department; no official pattern published. Check official website.
Eligibility
Most BS programmes: minimum 2nd Division/45% in FA/FSc; 50% for BS English, Microbiology, Human Nutrition & Dietetics, Electrical Engineering Technology; 55% for BS MLT; 60% for BS Mining Engineering, BS Civil Engineering, BS Civil Engineering Technology. Third division/under 50% in non-annual system ineligible per BS rules.
How to Register
Apply online at https://admissions.kiu.edu.pk/ (BS online admissions). Fee: see kiu.edu.pk fee structure page.
Test Schedule 2026-27
Fall 2026 BS applications: deadline 18 Sep 2026 (Main Campus). Test dates: check official website.
Merit Formula
If entry test held: academic performance 80% + entry test & interview 20%. If no test: merit on academic formula (see DAPR rules). 5 bonus marks for relevant/preferred subject. 80% seats for Gilgit-Baltistan, 20% for rest of Pakistan.
Preparation Tips
- Academic record carries 80% weight, so your FSc/FA percentage is the key factor.
- If applying to engineering, prepare FSc Maths/Physics for the departmental test.
- Prepare for a short interview on your subject interest.
- Have domicile and attested certificates ready at application.
- Check department notices for test schedules as they are set department-wise.
Official Links
- Official test / admission page
- Karakoram International University, Gilgit profile on Pak Student Hub
- Admission schedules and Merit Calculator
- How university merit is calculated
- ECAT vs NET vs NAT – which test to take
- All entry tests
Last updated: 18 October 2026. Test patterns, fees and dates are set by the university or test body and change every year. Always confirm on the official website before registering.
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