Top Engineering Universities in Pakistan

 

Engineering is the art of applying scientific and mathematical principles, experience, judgement, and common sense to make things that benefit people. Engineers design bridges and important medical equipment as well as processes for cleaning up toxic spills and systems for mass transit. Engineering is the process of producing a technical product or system to meet a specific need. 

What Qualities Do Successful Engineers Have?

• Strong in mathematics and science

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented

• Imaginative and creative

• Good communication skills

• Enjoy working in teams

• Enjoy building or improving the way things work

To become an engineer, the typical path involves earning a bachelor's degree in engineering, which generally takes around four to five years of full-time study. In some countries, like the United States, it usually takes four years to complete a bachelor's degree in engineering. However, in certain European countries, three years of academic study are required. Some engineering roles, particularly in management positions, may necessitate a master's degree. Specialised engineering degrees can also open doors to careers in specific fields.

What Types of Engineers Are There?

The five largest engineering areas are:

• Chemical engineering

• Civil engineering

• Electrical engineering

• Industrial engineering

• Mechanical engineering

There are also more specialised engineering fields, including:

• Aerospace engineering

• Oceanic engineering

• Nuclear engineering

• Biomedical engineering

• Environmental engineering

It can be hard for students to know which subjects to take to study engineering at university. Studying engineering is definitely a great choice, but making the right choices is one of the most important decisions to have success in your application.

Subjects to Take for Engineering:

For FSC:

• Urdu

• English

• Islamic studies

• Pakistan studies

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Maths

 For A Levels:

• Maths

• Physics

• Chemistry / Further maths 

Top Engineering Universities in Pakistan:

 

• Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences  (Islamabad) 

( http://www.pieas.edu.pk/ )

It is a public research university for engineering and nuclear technology. The university offers a nuclear research facility of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC). It is the best university to study engineering programs in bachelor’s, Masters, and Ph.D. level. The main campus of the university is in Nilore, Islamabad.

Admissions for this year were from March to July and have closed now.

 

• National University of Sciences and Technology  (Islamabad)

( https://nust.edu.pk/ )

The university is located in Islamabad and it is considered as one of the best universities of engineering and technology. The main purpose of the university is to promote science and technology. It is the most reputable university in Pakistan with international standing.

Admissions for this year were from Jan to June and have closed now.

 

• Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences & Technology  (Topi)

( https://giki.edu.pk/ )

This most prestigious institute offers the best engineering programs to the students. It is a private research university in Topi, Swabi.

Admissions for this year closed in July.

 

• University of Engineering and Technology  (Lahore)

( https://www.uet.edu.pk/ )

UET (Lahore) is a public university for science and technology. It is located in Lahore, and it is regarded as one of the best institutes of engineering in Pakistan.

Admissions for this year closed on 8th Aug. 

 

• University of Engineering and Technology  (Taxila)

( https://www.uettaxila.edu.pk/ )

This is also a public science and technology university. This campus is located in Taxila, Pakistan. The university is highly reputable and offers Bachelors’, master’s, and doctoral programs.

Admissions for this year were from Jan to March and have closed now. 

• Institute of Space Technology  (Islamabad)

( http://www.ist.edu.pk/ )

Institute of Space Technology is a degree-awarding institute, which was established in 2002. Today it is one of the best institutes for engineering programs like astronomy, aerospace engineering and astronautics. It is also located in Lahore.

Admissions for this year closed on 6th Aug.

• KPK University of Engineering and Technology  (Peshawar)

( https://www.uetpeshawar.edu.pk/ )

The previous name of the University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar was NWFP University of Engineering and Technology. It is a public university located in the city Peshawar of the province Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The university offers high quality engineering programs in Pakistan.

Admissions for this year will close on 25th Aug.

 

• Mehran University of Engineering & Technology  (Jamshoro)

( https://www.muet.edu.pk/ )

The university is a public research institute that was established in1976 in Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan. The university first started as a campus of the University of Sindh. After one year, it started working as an independent institute. Today, it is one of the best universities providing engineering degree programs. It is the best institute for civil and mechanical engineering.

Admissions for this year were from March to June and have closed now.

 

• NED University of Engineering & Technology  (Karachi)

( https://www.neduet.edu.pk/ )

NED university is also called the Nadirshaw Eduljee Dinshaw University of Engineering and Technology. It is a reputable public university located in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. It is one of the oldest engineering institutes in Pakistan.

Admissions for this year were from April to July and have closed now.

 

• Air University  (Islamabad)

( https://www.au.edu.pk/ )

The Pakistan Air force established the Air University in 2002. It is a public university in Islamabad. The students can enrol in undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university offers programs in engineering, business, IT, management, and humanities. 

Admissions for this year were from May to July and have closed now.

 

Universities	Cities	Admissions
Pakistan institute of engineering and applied sciences	Islamabad	March - July
National university of sciences and technology	Islamabad	January - June
Ghulam Ishaq Khan institute of engineering sciences and technology	Topi	March - July
University of engineering and technology	Lahore	June - August
University of engineering and technology	Taxila	January - March
Institute of space technology	Islamabad	June - August
KPK university of engineering and technology	Peshawar	June - August
Mehran university of engineering and technology	Jamshoro	March - June
NED university of engineering and technology	Karachi	April - July
Air university	Islamabad	May - July

 

Above mentioned universities are the crème de la crème of Pakistan engineering supremos. In order to get admission into those universities you must prove your mettle and not only acquire extraordinary results but must perform exceptionally well in the entrance test as well. You must learn to find the best resources to prepare for entrance exams, push yourself to the limits and then pray for your success. 

Good luck in your preparation….