NUST Admission Spring Open  MS/MPhil/PhD 2026

National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) has started online registrations for Spring 2026 in various Undergraduate (BS), Postgraduate (MS/MPhil/PhD) and Diploma/Certificate programs. NUST is ranked among the best public universities of the country and also has earned renown at international level.

This hand book contains all information related to admission dates and schedule, eligibility criteria, entry test, fee structure and how to apply.

📅 NUST Admission Schedule (Spring 2026 – Assuming)

Postgraduate (MS/MPhil/PhD)

Event	Expected Date
Online Registration Deadline	15 January 2026
NET-PG / GAT Test Window	22 – 29 January 2026
First Merit List	First Week of February 2026
Classes Begin	Mid-February 2026

Undergraduate (BS) – NET Series

NET Series	Expected Period
NET-1	Oct – Nov 2025
NET-2	Dec 2025 – Feb 2026
NET-3	Feb – Mar 2026
NET-4	Apr – Jun 2026

📌Candidates can appear in more than one NET series with best of their scores.

To apply for G-NET: https://gnet.nust.edu.pk/

🎓 Programs Offered at NUST

Undergraduate (BS)

• BS Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Engineering
• Aerospace & Avionics Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• BS Data Science
• BS Information Security
• BBA, Accounting & Finance
• Economics, Psychology, Mass Communication
• Architecture, Industrial Design
• LLB
• BS Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology

Postgraduate (MS/MPhil)

• MS Computer Science
• MS Data Science
• MS Cyber Security
• MS Electrical, Mechanical & Civil Engineering
• MBA
• MS Engineering Management
• MS HRM
• MS Applied Biosciences
• MS Physics
• MS Mass Communication

PhD Programs

• PhD Engineering (various disciplines)
• PhD Computer Science
• PhD Management Sciences
• PhD Natural Sciences

Diploma / Certificate (After Matric)

• Certificate in Electrician
• Certificate in Welding
• Certificate in Machine Operator

✅ Eligibility Criteria

BS Programs

• Matric & Intermediate (or equivalent)
• Valid NUST Entry Test (NET) result is mandatory to be eligible for admission.
• Merit Formula:
  • NET: 75%
  • Matric: 10%
  • Intermediate: 15%

MS / MPhil Programs

• BS/BE in relevant discipline
• Minimum 2.5 CGPA
• 57 GATE (General) with 50% marks OR NET-PG

PhD Programs

• MS/MPhil in relevant field
• Minimum 3.0 CGPA
• the Subject Specialization in GAT OR NET (as the case may be).

📝 Entry Test Details (NET / GAT)

• Test Type: MCQs
• Minimum Passing Score: 50%
• Merit Calculation:
  • Entry Test
  • Academic Record
  • Interview (for selected programs)

💸 Fee Structure (Estimated)

Program Level	Fee Range (Per Semester)
BS Programs	PKR 140,000 – 180,000
MS / MPhil	PKR 150,000 – 250,000
PhD	Varies by discipline
Application Fee	PKR 3,000 – 4,000

Tuition and fees vary by program and campus.

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💰 Scholarships & Financial Aid

NUST offers:

• Need-Based Financial Aid
• Merit-Based Scholarships
• Assistance to students who are high performing and deserving

🌐 How to Apply for NUST Admission 2026 

1. Go to the official NUST entry page
2. Register an online account
3. Choose programme and appear for the test (NET/NET-PG)
4. Enter personal and academic information
5. Print fee voucher and pay in below mentioned Banks
6. Upload required documents
7. Submit application before deadline
   

   Online Apply ;https://nust.edu.pk/

📄 Required Documents

• Academic transcripts
• CNIC / Passport
• Recent photographs
• Domicile
• GAT / NET score (if applicable)

❓ FAQs

Can I apply for MS without GAT?

Yes you can appear in NET-PG rather than GAT.

What CGPA is required for NUST MS?

A CGPA of 3.0+ pretty much guarantees if you are in CS and Engineering, etc.

Is the fee payable in installments?

Normally, the entire amount of first semester fee is to be paid. m m e n t s I n s t a l l m en ts may be arranged in case of hardship.