Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS) or A-Level certificate
Application deadline: June 30
Merit-based admissions — apply for financial aid separately after acceptance
SAT Score for NUST
NUST requires a minimum SAT score of 1100. Competitive applicants typically score 1200 or higher.
Daakhla provides structured SAT preparation as part of our programme. Our students see an average improvement of 150 points through targeted practice and one-on-one coaching.
Financial Aid
NUST 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
NET (NUST Entry Test) is the primary criterion — prepare specifically for it
SAT score can substitute or supplement NET results
FSc marks carry significant weight alongside test scores
Apply for NUST need-based scholarships at the time of admission
Advice for Students from Underserved Districts
NUST reserves seats under provincial quotas for students from KPK, Balochistan, and FATA, with lower merit thresholds than open merit. If you qualify for a provincial quota, your chances improve considerably.
How Daakhla Helps with NUST Applications
Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to NUST and similar institutions. Our counselling covers:
SAT preparation — full structured curriculum and practice tests
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 NUST’s process
Apply to NUST 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.