The University of Agriculture, Swat (UAS) (admissions 2026 )

The University of Agriculture Swat, a public sector institution accredited by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), has issued an Admission Notice for the Spring-2026 session. The university is inviting applications for its postgraduate M.Sc (Hons) and Ph.D degree programs, emphasizing its role in providing a premier learning environment with a specialized focus on Climate Change and Mountainous Agriculture under the guidance of a highly qualified faculty. Admission is offered across several key agricultural disciplines. The M.Sc (Hons) programs are available in Entomology, Food Science and Technology, Horticulture, Plant Breeding and Genetics, and Soil and Environmental Sciences. At the doctoral level, Ph.D. programs are offered in Entomology, Horticulture, Plant Breeding and Genetics, and Soil and Environmental Sciences, catering to advanced research and academic pursuits in these critical fields. The admission process is contingent upon a mandatory University Admission Test. For M.Sc (Hons) applicants, a qualifying score of 50% in the GAT (General) is required, while Ph.D. candidates must achieve 60% in the GAT (Subject). The university will conduct its own tests, although valid scores from NTS-administered GAT exams are also acceptable. Prospective candidates must initiate the process by applying online through the university's official website or its dedicated admission portal. A non-refundable test fee of Rs. 1500 must be deposited in the specified Bank of Khyber account. Crucially, hard copies of the admission test forms, accompanied by the bank receipt, must be submitted to the DASAR office by January 28th, 2026. The university-administered admission test is scheduled for January 31st, 2026. Following the test, results will be published online on February 2nd, 2026. Successful candidates are then required to appear for an interview and document verification on February 7th, 2026. Finally, selected candidates must complete their admission by submitting the requisite forms and duly attested documents to the DASAR office no later than February 13th, 2026. This structured timeline underscores the university's commitment to a transparent and merit-based selection process for its specialized postgraduate programs.