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PublicEst. 1882

University of the Punjab Admissions Guide

Lahore, Punjab

Deadline
September 30
Tuition/Year
Rs 0.5–1.5 lakh
SAT
Not required
Financial Aid
Available
Website
pu.edu.pk

Overview

Pakistan's oldest university and one of South Asia's most historic institutions, with satellite campuses extending quality education across Punjab.

Programmes Offered

SciencesArtsCommerceLawEducationInformation TechnologyMass Communication

Admission Requirements

  • 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

Punjab University 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

  • Punjab domicile is preferred; open merit for applicants from other provinces
  • Very broad programme range at some of the most affordable fees in Pakistan
  • Law, Commerce, and Sciences are particularly strong departments
  • Apply for Punjab government and HEC need-based scholarships

Advice for Students from Underserved Districts

Punjab University has satellite campuses in Gujranwala, Jhelum, and other cities, extending access across the province. Government scholarships targeting students from southern and rural Punjab are available through the provincial government.

How Daakhla Helps with Punjab University Applications

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

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Related Resources

University Guides

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Scholarships

HEC Need-Based ScholarshipsHigher Education Commission of PakistanPunjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF)Government of Punjab

Guides

SAT Test Centers in Pakistan — Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad 2026SAT Prep · 6 min readHow to Prepare for the SAT in Pakistan — Complete 2026 GuideSAT Prep · 12 min read

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