Universities Entry Test Schedule for Fall Admissions in Pakistan

Every year, thousands of students appear in university entry tests to secure admission in engineering, medical, business, computer science, and social science programs. Fall Admissions 2026 are expected to follow a busy testing schedule from June to October 2026, covering major universities and testing organizations across Pakistan.

Why Entry Test Dates Matter

Missing an entry test can mean waiting an entire year for the next admission cycle. Therefore, students should keep track of registration deadlines, test dates, and admission schedules of their target universities.

Major universities including NUST, FAST, NED, Bahria University, IBA, GIKI, PIEAS, DUET, AKU, and SZABIST conduct their admission tests between June and August 2026. Meanwhile, national-level tests such as NTS NAT, MDCAT, and NUMS are scheduled later in the admission season.

Universities Entry Test Schedule 2026

June 2026

• Bahria University (Karachi) — 04 June 2026
• NED University Round-I — 12–15 June 2026
• NUST NET-IV (Islamabad) — 13 June 2026
• CBM Round-II (Karachi) — 13–14 June 2026
• NAT-VI (NTS) — 14 June 2026
• UET Entry Test Round-II — 16–21 June 2026
• Bahria University Round-I (Islamabad) — 20 June 2026
• Bahria University (Lahore) — 20 June 2026
• CBM Round-II (Hyderabad) — 20–22 June 2026
• IBA Round-II — 21 June 2026
• FAST Admission Test — 29 June to 10 July 2026

July 2026

• Aga Khan University (AKU) — 05 July 2026
• GIKI Admission Test — 06–10 July 2026
• NED Round-II — 06–08 July 2026
• PIEAS Round-II — 12 July 2026
• DUET Entry Test — 12 July 2026
• NAT-VII (NTS) — 12 July 2026
• NUST NET-IV (Karachi) — 18 July 2026
• NUST NET-IV (Gilgit) — 18 July 2026
• NUST NET-IV (Quetta) — 25 July 2026
• Bahria University Round-II (Islamabad) — 25 July 2026
• SZABIST Admission Test — 27–30 July 2026

August to October 2026

• NAT-VIII (NTS) — 09 August 2026
• MDCAT 2026 — 16 August 2026
• NUMS Entry Test — 23 August 2026
• KU-UBIT Entry Test — October 2026

Important Tests for Students

NUST NET-IV

NUST's final admission test series (NET-IV) will be conducted in multiple cities including Islamabad, Karachi, Gilgit, and Quetta. Students seeking admission in engineering, computing, business, architecture, and social sciences should prepare well in advance.

FAST Admission Test

FAST University remains one of Pakistan's leading institutions for Computer Science and Information Technology programs. The admission test is expected to be conducted from late June to early July 2026.

GIKI Admission Test

Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute (GIKI) is among Pakistan's top engineering universities. Students interested in engineering, artificial intelligence, computer science, and data science should keep a close eye on its admission schedule.

MDCAT & NUMS

Medical and dental college aspirants should focus on MDCAT and NUMS, as these examinations play a crucial role in admissions to public and private medical institutions across Pakistan.

Preparation Tips

• Start preparation at least three to four months before the test.
• Solve past papers regularly.
• Attempt full-length mock tests.
• Focus on analytical reasoning, mathematics, English, and subject-specific concepts.
• Keep checking official university websites for updates.
• Complete your admission applications before the closing date.

Final Thoughts

Fall Admissions 2026 offer excellent opportunities for students seeking admission in engineering, medicine, business, IT, and other professional degree programs. By staying informed about entry test schedules and preparing strategically, students can maximize their chances of admission to their desired universities.

For the latest admissions updates, entry test schedules, past papers, merit lists, and preparation resources, visit www.pakadmissions.com regularly.