Quick Summary
Based in Lahore, Pakistan, University of Engineering & Technology (UET) Lahore is a public with roots dating back to 1921. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 15500 students including 1.5% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UET Lahore is the oldest and most prestigious engineering institution in Pakistan, offering high-quality technical education at an affordable public-sector cost.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringElectrical & Electronic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil Engineering
Founded1921
TypePublic
Total Students15500
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio18:1
CampusUrban
Campus Size170 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationPakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Higher Education Commission (HEC), Washington Accord (OBA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#801-900
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Sc Engineering,M.Sc Engineering,PhD Engineering,B.Arch,City and Regional Planning,Computer Science,Business Administration,Natural Sciences
Programs
PhD Civil Engineering,PhD Electrical Engineering,PhD Mechanical Engineering,PhD Computer Science,PhD Chemical Engineering,PhD Mathematics
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Al-Khawarizmi Institute of Computer Science (KICS),Center for Energy Research and Development (CERAD),Nanotechnology Research Center
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Higher Education Commission (HEC), Washington Accord (OBA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA3.0/4.0 (for Graduate programs)
GRERequired (GAT/GRE General for Postgrad)
GMATNot Available
SATAccepted for International/Overseas category
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the ECAT entry test and maintain a high score in F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) as admission is highly merit-based.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
₨335,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
₨560,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
₨420,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₨918,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableHEC Need Based Scholarship,Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship,PEEF Scholarship,UET Merit Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Sc Engineering,M.Sc Engineering,PhD Engineering,B.Arch,City and Regional Planning,Computer Science,Business Administration,Natural Sciences programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Computer Science | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Chemical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,500
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtensive placement in national organizations like WAPDA, Descon, PTCL, and NESPAK.
Industry Connections
EngroFatima GroupHuaweiSystems LtdLotte Chemical
Notable Alumni
Ahsan Iqbal,Mehreen Faruqi,Fawad Rana,Junaid Jamshed (late)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Stadium,Football Ground,Swimming Pool,Indoor Gymnasium,Tennis Courts
Student Clubs
UET Debating Society,Environmental and Horticultural Society,ACM Student Chapter,Blood Donor Society
Library Resources
Faisal Shaheed Library with over 150,000 books,Digital Library access to HEC journals
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available