Riphah International University Entry Test 2026-27
About This Entry Test
Riphah International University uses programme-specific entry tests and interviews alongside academic records for undergraduate admission, with MBBS/BDS admitted through PMDC MDCAT. For BSCS the merit is 60% academics and 40% entry test/interview. This page covers the undergraduate entry test requirement for Riphah International University profile.
Test at a Glance
| Test name | Riphah entry test / interview (own) – programme-wise; MDCAT for MBBS/BDS |
| Conducted by | University itself (Riphah); PMDC MDCAT for medical programmes |
| Applies to | Programme-wise entry test and/or interview for undergraduate programmes (e.g. BSCS merit includes Entry Test/Interview 40%). MBBS/BDS follow PMDC MDCAT rules. Exact list of test-requiring programmes: check official website. |
| Eligibility | BSCS: minimum 50% aggregate in both SSC and HSSC (or IBCC equivalent) with Mathematics; Pre-Medical students admitted must take two extra non-credit Maths courses. Other programmes: see programme pages (e.g. Pharm-D, DPT, BSN require FSc Pre-Medical with programme-specific minimums). |
| Schedule | Fall 2026 admissions announced (iportal.riphah.edu.pk); Fall and Spring intakes. Dates: check official website (Important Dates page). |
| Merit weightage | BSCS: Academic record 60% + Entry Test/Interview 40%. Other programmes: check official website. |
Test Format
Not published on retrievable official pages: check official website.
Eligibility
BSCS: minimum 50% aggregate in both SSC and HSSC (or IBCC equivalent) with Mathematics; Pre-Medical students admitted must take two extra non-credit Maths courses. Other programmes: see programme pages (e.g. Pharm-D, DPT, BSN require FSc Pre-Medical with programme-specific minimums).
How to Register
Apply online at https://admissions.riphah.edu.pk/ ; attend required test/interview; decision via portal. Fee: check official website.
Test Schedule 2026-27
Fall 2026 admissions announced (iportal.riphah.edu.pk); Fall and Spring intakes. Dates: check official website (Important Dates page).
Merit Formula
BSCS: Academic record 60% + Entry Test/Interview 40%. Other programmes: check official website.
Preparation Tips
- Revise intermediate Maths and basic computing for BSCS entry test.
- Prepare for an interview on motivation and subject fundamentals (40% weight combined).
- Medical/allied health applicants: focus on FSc Biology, Chemistry, Physics (and MDCAT for MBBS/BDS).
- Keep SSC and HSSC documents ready as academic record carries 60%.
- Check your specific programme page on riphah.edu.pk for its merit criteria.
Official Links
- Official test / admission page
- Riphah International University 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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