National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences

FAST-NUCES is a private university headquartered in Islamabad with campuses in Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Chiniot-Faisalabad and Multan, known for computing, engineering and business programs. Admission is through the NU Admission Test or SAT/NTS, with per-credit-hour fees published officially.

Quick Facts

Main Programs Offered

Undergraduate programs are offered in the following faculties and disciplines (see the official website for the complete and current list):

• BS Computer Science
• BS Software Engineering
• BS Artificial Intelligence
• BS Data Science
• BS Cyber Security
• BS Electrical / Computer / Civil Engineering
• BBA, BS Accounting & Finance, BS Business Analytics
• BS Financial Technology

Admission Process

Apply online only through the official FAST-NUCES admissions portal at nu.edu.pk; each applicant gets an Application Reference Number (ARN) and the admit card is generated after fee payment. The main intake is Fall (Fall 2026 advertised), and program availability varies by campus.

Entry Test and Merit

Undergraduate applicants choose either the NU Admission Test or SAT/NTS scores. Merit is based on the admission test plus academic record (SSC + HSSC); the exact undergraduate percentage split is not stated on the FAQ page.

Approximate Fee Range

Per the official fee page (Fall 2026 onward), tuition is Rs. 12,000 per credit hour plus Rs. 2,500 Student Activities Fund per semester (e.g. 15 credit hours = Rs. 182,500), with a one-time Rs. 30,000 admission fee and Rs. 20,000 refundable security deposit.

Source: official fee page. Fees are revised by the university and may exclude taxes, security deposits and hostel charges.

Useful Links

• Official website
• Online admissions portal
• Current admission schedules on Pak Student Hub
• Entry test details and Merit Calculator
• Admission guides and all universities

Last updated: 18 October 2026. Information is compiled from the official university website and HEC. Always confirm deadlines, fees and eligibility on the official website before applying.