Admissions FAQs

Admissions

When does admission open at CUI Lahore campus?

CUI Lahore campus offers admissions twice a year; in Fall & Spring. Fall admissions tentatively commence in June and Spring admissions tentatively commence in October of each year.

If an undergraduate candidate is not a fresh candidate, how will it impact his/ her admission application process?

"It will not have an impact on his/her admission application. No extra marks will be deducted due to gap years."

Can a medical student apply for BS CS, BS SE and BS Physics programs?

Yes, medical students can apply for BS CS and BS SE programs. All such students must pass deficiency courses of Mathematics of 6 credit hours within one year of their regular studies.

Pre medical students admitted in BS Physics will have to pass basic mathematics course in first two semesters.

If a graduate candidate is not a fresh graduate, how will it impact his/ her admission application?

It will not impact his/her admission application.

I have given my intermediate/ equivalent exams but my result is not announced yet, Am I eligible to apply for admission?

Yes, you can apply on result awaiting status. You will have to submit your result within a month of the commencement of your classes. In case your score is less than the required eligibility criteria, then you will not be allowed to attend the classes further. In addition, your full submitted fee will be returned.

How the aggregate merit is calculated?

The aggregate merit for various programs is calculated as follows:

UNDERGRADUATE	GRADUATE	PHD
10% Matric	5% Matric	5% Matric
40% inter/equivalent	10%inter/equivalent	5% Inter
50% NTS	25 % BS 4 year	15% BS 4 year
	40% GAT (general)	20% MS
	20% Interview	25% GAT (Subject)
		30% Interview

Does work experience count in the calculation of my aggregate merit for admission in MS program?

No. Work experience does not count to the merit for admission in MS or any other graduate program.

Admission procedure for multiple campuses and required documents.

The candidate will have to fill out a separate online form for each campus. Attach all the documents along with online form, chalan form (separate chalan form for each campus), NTS registration fee (only for one campus), and send it to the respective campus of choice.

Should Applicant submit/deposit any paid chalan copies to the admission office of campus?

No need to send paid chalan form copies or any other documents to the admission office. Applicant needs to just upload his paid chalan copies online with his admission form.

What are the various categories of scholarships that COMSATS offeres?

For scholarship details visit the link:

https://lahore.comsats.edu.pk/Admissions/scholarships_financial_aid.aspx

How will I know about my admission application status?

Merit list of all candidates will be displayed on the official university website. Candidates will also be informed individually about their admission status via text messages and emails.

Labour Quota

What is Labour Quota?

This is a special quota reserved for the children of industrial workers or industrial workers themselves. If an applicant secured admission on labour quota basis, the whole educational expenses of the student (fee, transport, and lodging) will be covered by the Punjab Workers Welfare Board (PWWB).

What is the procedure to apply for PWWB quota?

The candidates can apply for this scholarship at the time of admission in all Programs. The candidates need to submit the following set of documents along with their admission application form at the time of admission:

• Worker/ miner’s CNIC.
• Worker/ miner’s Social Security Card/ Old Age Benefit Card.
• Worker/ miner’s Factory Card/ Employee Card mentioning his/ her designation.
• Worker/ miner’s Appointment Letter.
• The Factory Registration Certificate under the Factories’ Act 1934 or Mines Act 1923.
• CNIC/ Family Registration Certificate issued by NADRA of the prospective student.
• Worker/miner’s Service Certificate and a certificate on his/ her good moral conduct.
• The candidate needs to sign an affidavit on a Rs. 20. Stamp Paper, stating that if he/ she discontinue his/ her education, then he will return all his educational expenditures to the PWWB.
• In case deceased/ disabled worker/ miner, proof of receiving Death Grant/ Disability Pension needs to be submitted.

Transport & Accommodation

What are the transport charges?

The transport charges are Rs. 30,000 per semester.

Which areas are covered by CUI Lahore transport vehicles?

CUI Lahore has a large transport fleet and our buses cover almost all areas of Lahore city. For further details about transport schedules, kindly visit the transport page on our website.

How are rooms allotted in hostel?

Rooms are allocatted to the students on the basis of merit.

What are hostel per semester charges?

1st semester

Admission Fee                              2000/-

Hostel/ Mess Security                   5000/-

Boarding dues                               33,630

Total                                              40,630/-

2nd semester to onwards:

Boarding Dues                                33,630/-

Note:  There will be 5% increase in boarding dues per anum.

Mess dues charged on monthly basis as per monthly calculations.

Refund Policy

What is the policy for refund of dues?

If you apply for fee refund during first week of commencement of classes, 100% of your tuition fee (excluding admission fee) will be refunded.

If you apply for fee refund during second week of commencement of classes, 50% of your tuition fee (excluding admission fee) will be refunded.

If you apply for fee refund after two weeks of commencement of classes, only security deposit of Rs. 5000 will be refunded to you {If security fee is  submitted}

In case you apply for fee refund on account of non-fulfillment of eligibility criteria, 100% of your fee including admission fee will be refunded at any stage.

FAQs - NTS Test

Do I need to take an admission test for COMSATS University?

Yes, all applicants for undergraduate (BS), graduate (MS), and PhD programs require an NTS test.

• BS Programs: You'll need to take the NTS (NAT) test.
• MS Programs: You'll need to take the NTS (GAT) test.
• PhD Programs: You'll need to take the NTS (GAT Subject) test.

Which specific NTS (NAT) test should I take for admissions in Undergraduate programs?

The type of NTS (NAT) test depends on your Intermediate (FSc./FA/A Level) subjects:

• FSc. (Pre-Medical): Take the NAT-IM test.
• FSc. (Pre-Engineering): Take the NAT-IE test.
• FSc. (ICS): Take the NAT-ICS test.
• Intermediate/FA with Arts Groups: Take the NAT-IA test.
• Intermediate/FA with General Science Group: Take the NAT-IGS test.
• ICOM/Intermediate (Commerce Subjects): Take the NAT-ICOM test.

Can one NTS test cover multiple programs?

Yes, taking a single NTS (NAT) test makes you eligible to apply for or get admission in any program you offered at COMSATS University.
What is the validity of the NTS tests?
Following is the validity of NTS test;

• NTS (NAT): Valid for one year.
• NTS (GAT) & NTS (GAT Subject): Valid for two years.

Can I use an NTS test from previous semesters for admission?

Yes. As long as the NTS test is valid (see above), you can use it for admissions in either Fall or Spring semesters, regardless of when you took the test.

Is the National Testing Service (NTS) test accepted by COMSATS University?

Yes, you can use a valid NTS test taken through the National Testing Service (NTS) for admission at COMSATS University.

Is NTS test taken for admission in other universities accepted?

No, COMSATS University only accepts NTS tests taken either through COMSATS itself or through the National Testing Service (NTS).

Can I use an NTS test taken at one COMSATS campus for admission to another campus?

Yes. A valid NTS test taken at any COMSATS campus is acceptable for applying or taking admission to any other COMSATS campus.

How can I register for the NTS test?

You have two options to get yourself registered for NTS test:

1. Through COMSATS University Admissions Portal: While applying online (https://admissions.comsats.edu.pk/), you can choose to register for the relevant NTS test simultaneously.
2. Directly Through National Testing Service (NTS) Website: Register independently by visiting the National Testing Service website (https://www.nts.org.pk/).

Can I retake the NTS test or take multiple NTS tests?
Yes, you can retake the NTS test or appear for multiple NTS tests, either through COMSATS or through the National Testing Service (NTS) to get admission at COMSATS University, Lahore Campus.
Which NTS score is considered for admission in case of retake or multiple NTS tests?
COMSATS University considers your highest score from all your NTS attempts when calculating your overall merit for admission.
How do I update my NTS score after submitting my application?
If you took the NTS test after applying, contact the COMSATS admissions office to update your score or email your NTS test result at admissions@cuilahore.edu.pk
How can I re-register for the NTS test through COMSATS University, Lahore Campus?
You can get a blank Challan form from the admission office or by sending an email at admissions@cuilahore.edu.pk.
Can I take the test in a city near me?
Yes. When registering through the NTS website, you will have the option to choose a test center close to your location as NTS conducts test in most major cities across Pakistan every month.
How do I register for the COMSATS Entry Test during the online application process?
While filling out your online application form at https://lahore.comsats.edu.pk/admissions.aspx, select "NTS via COMSATS" in the "NTS Section." The NTS fee will be included in your bank challan along with the admission-processing fee. This confirms your registration for the NTS test through COMSATS.
How do I get my roll number slip after registering via COMSATS?
Your NTS roll number slip will be uploaded to your admission portal account within 3-4 days of applying. You can download it from there. If you have trouble downloading it, use the "Chat" feature on your admission portal to inquire.
What if I already have a valid NTS score or took the general NTS test?
If you have a valid NTS score which you want to use, go to the NTS section of your admission portal, select "No" in "NTS via COMSATS," and enter the score in the next step.
Where can I find the results of the NTS test?
NTS results are uploaded to both the COMSATS University Lahore Campus website (https://lahore.comsats.edu.pk/admissions.aspx) and the National Testing Service website (https://www.nts.org.pk/).