Admissions in National Skills University Islamabad 2026

Introduction

National Skills University Islamabad is a public-sector university located in Islamabad, Pakistan. It was established in 2018 by upgrading the National Institute of Science and Technical Education (NISTE). The university is Pakistan's first public-sector institution dedicated to producing high-quality graduate and postgraduate technologists to meet the demands of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

◆ First public-sector skills university in Pakistan.
◆ Located in Sector H-8/1, Islamabad.
◆ Established in 2018 by an Act of Parliament.
◆ Recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
◆ Focused on industry-driven technical education.

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History

The origins of National Skills University Islamabad trace back to 1985 when the Federal Government established the National Technical Teachers' Training College (NTTTC). In 1989, the Institute for Promotion of Science Education and Training (IPSET) was established. Both institutions were merged in 1997 and renamed the National Institute of Science and Technical Education (NISTE). The Parliament of Pakistan approved the Act to upgrade NISTE into National Skills University on March 07, 2018, and the President of Pakistan approved the NSU Charter on March 12, 2018.

◆ National Technical Teachers' Training College established in 1985.
◆ Institute for Promotion of Science Education and Training founded in 1989.
◆ Both merged in 1997 to form NISTE.
◆ Upgraded to National Skills University in 2018.
◆ Charter approved by the President of Pakistan on March 12, 2018.

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Location

◆ Address: Sector H-8/1, Faiz Ahmed Faiz Road, Islamabad, Pakistan.
◆ Campus is located in the federal capital, Islamabad.
◆ Campus spans approximately 26 acres of urban land.

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Academic Programs

The university offers a range of undergraduate degree programs focused on engineering technology and emerging fields. Programs are designed to align with industry needs and include options for specializations in high-demand areas.

◆ Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering.
◆ Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Computer Engineering.
◆ Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering Technology.
◆ BS Computer Science with specializations in Data Science and AI.
◆ Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Cybersecurity and Robotics.
◆ Short-term certificate courses in various technical skills.

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Admissions

◆ Admissions open for Fall and Spring semesters.
◆ Applications submitted online via the NSU admissions portal.
◆ Entry test or interview may be required for admission.
◆ Merit-based and need-based scholarships available.
◆ Skills Fellow Endowment Fund supports underprivileged students.
◆ For complete admissions details, please visit the official website.

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Contact Information

◆ Address: National Skills University, Sector H-8/1, Faiz Ahmed Faiz Road, Islamabad, Pakistan.
◆ Phone: +92-51-9250908.
◆ Email: info@nsu.edu.pk.
◆ Admissions Email: admissions@nsu.edu.pk.
◆ Website: official website