Quick Summary
Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS), in Islamabad, Pakistan, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1967. Ranked #573 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 1500 students including 50% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 7%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Premier engineering institution in Pakistan with guaranteed job paths for fellowship holders and extremely low student-faculty ratios.
Subject Strengths
Nuclear EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMaterials SciencePhysics
Founded1967
TypePublic
Total Students1500
Intl Students50%
Faculty Ratio8:1
CampusSuburban
Campus Size100 acres
Affiliated HospitalsPAEC General Hospital, NORI, KIRAN
AccreditationPakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Higher Education Commission (HEC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#573
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1001-1200
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
BS, MS, PhD in Engineering, Science, and Medicine
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Center for Mathematical Sciences, PIEAS High-Performance Computing Center
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate7%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3.0
GREGAT-Subject required for PhD
GMATNot Available
SATRequired for foreign applicants on SAT-II stream
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the PIEAS Admission Test which prioritizes Mathematics and Physics; high merit is required for fellowships.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
Rs165,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
Rs300,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
Rs130,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rs468,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$2,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from BS, MS, PhD in Engineering, Science, and Medicine programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Systems Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Medical Physics | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
98%
Employment Rate
Internship Placement100%
Industry Connections
Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC)NESCOMKRLSUPARCO
Notable Alumni
Dr. Ansar Parvez, Dr. Shoaib Khan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Gymnasium, Squash Courts, Tennis Courts, Cricket Ground
Student Clubs
PIEAS Debating Society, Performing Arts Society, IEEE PIEAS Chapter, ASME
Library Resources
Technical library with extensive digital access and PAEC archives
Exchange Programs
Limited international exchange via IAESTE
Summer Programs
Short courses in nuclear technology and radiation safety