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COMSATS University Islamabad Admissions Guide

Islamabad, Lahore, Wah, Attock, Sahiwal, Abbottabad (multiple campuses)

Deadline
August 31
Tuition/Year
Rs 1.5–3 lakh
SAT
Not required
Financial Aid
Available
Website
comsats.edu.pk

Overview

A public-sector university with campuses across Pakistan offering quality education at accessible fees, with particular strength in computer science and engineering.

Programmes Offered

Computer ScienceSoftware EngineeringElectrical EngineeringBusiness AdministrationBiosciencesMathematics

Admission Requirements

  • SAT not required — merit based on FSc/FA results and entry test
  • Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS) or A-Level certificate
  • Application deadline: August 31
  • Merit-based admissions — apply for financial aid separately after acceptance

Financial Aid

COMSATS 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

  • Merit-based admission on FSc marks combined with an entry test
  • One of the most affordable quality options in Pakistan
  • Islamabad campus is the most competitive; smaller campuses easier to enter
  • Apply early for hostel accommodation — demand is high

Advice for Students from Underserved Districts

COMSATS campuses in Abbottabad and Attock are geographically accessible to students from KPK and northern Punjab. Government-subsidised fees make it one of the most affordable quality options in Pakistan.

How Daakhla Helps with COMSATS Applications

Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to COMSATS 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 COMSATS’s process

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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.

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