Admissions
Admissions for degree programmes in the Department of Computer Sciences are offered in Fall and Spring semesters.
Current Admissions & Schedules
BS
Regular
Results Announced
Computer Science
Merit List / Results Published
Announced on: Aug 15, 2026
BS
Self Support
Closed
Computer Science
Admissions Closed
Deadline was: Aug 30, 2026
Applications Closed
MPhil
Test Upcoming
Computer Science
Test Aug 31, 2026 · 10:00 AM · CS Dept.
Apps Closed (Deadline: Aug 21)
Applications Closed · Test Upcoming
PhD
Test Upcoming
Computer Science
Test Aug 31, 2026 · 10:00 AM · CS Dept.
Apps Closed (Deadline: Aug 20)
Applications Closed · Test Upcoming
Degree Programmes & Admission Guidelines
Detailed admission requirements, eligibility criteria, and fee structures for degree programmes offered by the Department of Computer Sciences.
PhD (Computer Science)
Offered Every SemesterPhD is the highest degree awarded in an academic discipline and is the most rewarding educational experience. In our PhD programme, students work closely with a faculty member performing original research on challenging, unsolved problems.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- MPhil in Computer Science (or computing-related discipline) OR 18-year MS in Computer Science from an HEC recognized university.
- Must pass the departmental admission test and interview.
- Research statement / proposal meeting supervisor guidelines.
MPhil (Computer Science)
Fall SemesterThe objective of the M.Phil Computer Science programme is to train students to initiate rigorous research work.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- 4-year BS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology (16 years of education).
- Must pass the departmental subject entrance test and interview.
MS (Information Science & Technology)
Spring SemesterPart-time evening programme for professionals designed to bridge computational techniques with human information interaction.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- 4-year BS or MSc in computing disciplines, or non-computing terminal degree with required prerequisite deficiencies.
- Passing score in the departmental admission test and interview.
MS (Data Science)
Spring SemesterAdvanced degree preparing students for modern data engineering, machine learning, and scalable big data analytics.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- 4-year BS in CS/SE/IT or relevant quantitative discipline (16 years of education).
- Must pass the departmental admission test and interview.
BS (Computer Science)
Fall SemesterFour-year undergraduate programme accredited by NCEAC, providing a solid foundation in computer science and specialized elective focus areas.
Minimum Admission Requirements:
- Intermediate (F.Sc / ICS / A-Level or equivalent) with Mathematics with minimum 50% marks as per QAU eligibility rules.
- Admissions are processed centralized through Quaid-i-Azam University's main admission portal.
Admissions & Academic FAQs
Admissions open in Fall semester for every academic year.
PhD Admissions are announced twice in a year (Spring and Fall semesters).
Admissions for the MS (IST) evening programme are usually announced in the Spring semester each academic year.
Admissions for MS (Data Science) are announced in the Spring semester.
MSc/ BS (4 years) in CS/SE/IT from the HEC recognized university.
PhD admission test is a subjective type test, based on core areas of Computer Science. The test is designed to evaluate the knowledge of the applicant in Computer Science core subject areas. The format is similar to our MPhil test (sample provided here), but is expected to be more rigorous.
Students must have completed 16 years of education, either BS (4 years) or MSc in computing related disciplines with experience in digital information management. Candidates must also pass the test and interview arranged by the department.
BS or MSc (16 years of education) in computing related disciplines OR BS/MSc in non-computing disciplines having studied at least two mathematics-related courses and one statistics-related course in their terminal degree. Non-computing graduates must pass deficiency courses if not already studied.
Sample admission test is provided at http://qau.edu.pk/tests/CSC-mphil-test.pdf
Duration of admission PhD admission test is 120 – 180 minutes.
Yes, MS (IST) is an evening programme designed for working professionals. Classes are held in the evening after 5:00 PM.
Classes are held in the evening after 5:00 PM to accommodate working professionals and full-time learners.
Duration of admission test will be 90 to 120 minutes.
For PhD admission, you can apply online by visiting the university website http://ugadmissions.qau.edu.pk/
The MS programme consists of 30 credit hours total with two options: (1) 24 credit hours of coursework + 6 credit hours for project/thesis, or (2) 30 credit hours of coursework.
MS (Data Science) consists of 30 credit hours. Students can choose between 24 credit hours of coursework + 6 credit hours for thesis/project, or 30 credit hours of coursework.
You can apply online by visiting the university website http://ugadmissions.qau.edu.pk/
No, PhD program is a full-time program.
For details on the current fee structure, please visit the official QAU MS (IST) Fee Structure page.
To view the detailed fee structure, visit the official QAU MS (Data Science) Fee Structure.
No, it’s a full-time program, with most of the classes in the morning
In order to know more about fee structure of PhD program, please visit http://qau.edu.pk/phd-fee-structure/
Yes. MS-IST alumni have been successful in pursuing and completing PhD degrees from reputed universities worldwide, as well as holding key positions in industry and government.
To know more about fee structure, please visit http://qau.edu.pk/mphil-programme-fee-structure
Minimum duration of PhD studies is 3-years whereas maximum is 7-years.
MPhil is a two-year program of 50 credit hours, 24 credit hours are assigned for the course work and 26 credit hours are dedicated for research work.
Yes, you have to provide NOC from employer at the time of application form submission and study leave notification is required after securing admission.
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Students must take course work of 18 credit hours preferably in first year.
MPhil supervisor is assigned after completion of course work (usually after two semesters).
There will be comprehensive exam based on Computer Science subject areas.
Successful completion of MPhil at QAU opens many doors of professional positions both domestically and abroad in industry, academia and research.
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It is recommended to visit faculty profiles and communicate with the potential supervisor before applying for PhD admission.
Yes, the synopsis writeup helps us to determine your area of interest and assign a supervisor from the relevant area.
PhD supervisor is assigned at the time of admission