Pakistan's most prestigious medical institution, consistently ranked among South Asia's top hospitals and medical schools.
Programmes Offered
Medicine (MBBS)NursingEducationPharmacy
Admission Requirements
SAT not required — merit based on FSc/FA results and entry test
Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS) or A-Level certificate
Application deadline: January 31
Merit-based admissions — apply for financial aid separately after acceptance
Financial Aid
AKU offers need-based financial aid. Apply directly to the university's financial aid office alongside your admissions application. Additional sources include HEC scholarships, provincial government programmes, and NGO funding.
Admission Tips
AKU-ET (Entry Test) is the primary criterion — SAT is not required
Pre-medical subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics) must be extremely strong
Very competitive: typically 5,000+ applicants for around 100 MBBS seats
Interviews evaluate personal qualities as carefully as academic results
Advice for Students from Underserved Districts
AKU provides generous need-based financial aid and has admitted students from remote districts on full scholarships. Your personal statement must clearly explain your background and commitment to healthcare in underserved communities — this resonates strongly with AKU's mission.
How Daakhla Helps with AKU Applications
Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to AKU and similar institutions. Our counselling covers:
Application essay and personal statement review
Financial aid applications — identifying and applying to every source
Interview preparation where required
Deadline and timeline management
One-on-one guidance from mentors familiar with AKU’s process
Apply to AKU with Daakhla support
Free admissions counselling and SAT preparation for students from Pakistan’s underserved districts. Rs 10,000 for both programmes — full financial aid available for those who need it.