Quick Summary
International Islamic University, Islamabad, in Islamabad, Pakistan, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1980. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 30000 students including 6.5% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Theology, Shariah & Law, Mathematics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Unique integration of modern scientific education with Islamic values and world-class faculty in Shariah
Subject Strengths
TheologyShariah & LawMathematicsElectrical EngineeringComputer Science
Founded1980
TypePublic
Total Students30000
Intl Students6.5%
Faculty Ratio28
CampusUrban
Campus Size704 acres
Affiliated HospitalsIIUI Medical Centre, Shifa International Hospital (Clinical Collaboration)
AccreditationHigher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#401-500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Associate Degrees, Diplomas
Programs
Islamic Studies, Management Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Urdu
PhD Programs
Limited Professional Development Certificates
Online Programs
International Research Institute, Iqbal International Institute for Research and Dialogue, Shariah Academy
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA2
GRERequired for PhD (NTS GAT Subject)
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Prepare thoroughly for the IIUI departmental entry test; ensure your equivalence certificate from IBCC is ready if you have an international background.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
Rs.180,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
Rs.600,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
Rs.240,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
Rs.820,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableHEC Need Based, Ehsaas Scholarship, IIUI Endowment Fund, Brotherly Countries Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidFee installment plans and Zakat-based aid for deserving students
Work-StudyLimited to library and administrative assistant roles
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD, Associate Degrees, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LLB Shariah and Law | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| BS Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BS Psychology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| MS Islamic Banking and Finance | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$3,800
Average Salary After Graduation
72%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong in Islamic Banking, Tech sector, and Legal firms
Industry Connections
Collaboration with Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and local industrial hubs
Notable Alumni
Various judges, diplomats, and Shariah scholars worldwide
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Football ground, Cricket ground, Basketball court, Indoor sports complex
Student Clubs
Debating Society, Literary Society, IIUI Media Club, Scouts Group
Library Resources
Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah Library, Central Library (over 200,000 volumes)
Exchange Programs
Active exchange with OIC-affiliated universities and Turkish universities (Mevlana)
Summer Programs
Arabic Language Intensive Courses, Quranic Studies Workshops