Pakistan's foremost computer science university with campuses in every major city. FAST graduates are among the most sought-after tech professionals in Pakistan.
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
FAST-NUCES 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
FAST Entry Test (NU-FAST) is the admission criterion
Strong mathematics background is essential
SAT is not required but a strong score helps with scholarship applications
Apply to the campus city closest to you to reduce living costs
Advice for Students from Underserved Districts
FAST's campus in Peshawar brings quality CS education closer to students from KPK and northern Pakistan. Need-based fee concessions are available. Daakhla can help with FAST entry test preparation and scholarship applications.
How Daakhla Helps with FAST-NUCES Applications
Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to FAST-NUCES 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 FAST-NUCES’s process
Apply to FAST-NUCES 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.