SAT not required — merit based on FSc/FA results and entry test
Intermediate (FSc / FA / ICS) or A-Level certificate
Application deadline: September 30
Merit-based admissions — apply for financial aid separately after acceptance
Financial Aid
QAU 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
Admission based on FSc marks and an entry test
One of the most affordable universities in Pakistan
Particularly strong for pure sciences — Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Hostel is competitive — apply as early as possible
Advice for Students from Underserved Districts
QAU is a federal university — students from every province compete on the same merit list with no provincial dominance. Very low fees and an Islamabad location make it highly accessible. This is a strong option for students from Balochistan, KPK, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
How Daakhla Helps with QAU Applications
Daakhla mentors have helped students from districts across Pakistan secure admission to QAU 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 QAU’s process
Apply to QAU with Daakhla support
Low-cost admissions counselling and SAT guidance for students from Pakistan’s underserved districts. Rs 5,000 for both programmes — full financial aid available for those who need it.