Quick Summary
University of Peshawar, in Peshawar, Pakistan, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1950. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 20000 students including 2% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Pharmacy, Agriculture & Forestry, Physics & Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the oldest and most prestigious university in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, offering a wide range of disciplines and holding significant research stature.
Subject Strengths
PharmacyAgriculture & ForestryPhysics & AstronomyInternational Relations
Founded1950
TypePublic
Total Students20000
Intl Students2%
Faculty Ratio25
CampusUrban
Campus Size1045 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKhyber Teaching Hospital (KTH)
AccreditationHigher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Arts,Master of Science,Master of Arts,M.Phil,PhD,Pharm-D,LLB
Programs
Physics,Botany,Chemistry,Management Studies,International Relations,Pashto Literature,Geology
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
National Centre of Excellence in Geology,National Centre of Excellence in Physical Chemistry,Area Study Centre,Pakistan Study Centre
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL70
Min GPA2.5
GREGAT (Subject) for PhD
GMATNot Available
SATAccepted for relevant undergraduate programs
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high marks in Intermediate exams for undergraduate entry and clear the departmental entry tests and interviews for postgrad.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
₨110,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
₨550,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
₨165,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₨664,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableHEC Need Based Scholarship,Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship,USAID Merit Scholarship,Mora Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Science,Bachelor of Arts,Master of Science,Master of Arts,M.Phil,PhD,Pharm-D,LLB programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| International Relations | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Geology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
65%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementAvailable through the Career Development Center
Industry Connections
Strong links with provincial government and research organizations
Notable Alumni
Ahmed Faraz,Sartaj Aziz,Ghulam Ishaq Khan,General Ehsan ul Haq
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground,Hockey Field,Tennis Courts,Gymnasium,Athletic Track
Student Clubs
Debating Society,Linguistic Society,Khyber Literary Society,Blood Donors Society
Library Resources
Main Library with 200,000+ volumes,E-library access through HEC Digital Library
Exchange Programs
Limited international research collaborations
Summer Programs
Limited