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NED University Admission 2027, Merit Formula and Fee Structure
How admission to NED University in Karachi works: the 40:60 merit formula, the computer based entry test for each HSC group, eligibility, the 2026 fee and self-finance charges, and the merit scores NED called in 2026. Batch 2027 dates are not out yet.
Admission dates: Next admission dates not announced yet. Last cycle: Advertisement for Admissions 2026, 29 Mar 2026.Checked against official NED pages on . StudentPath is independent and not part of NED.
- Merit formula
- 40 : 60HSC Part-I : NED entry test
- Entry test pass
- 50%computer based, 100 marks
- Fee at admission
- Rs 123,7002026; Rs 134,700 for CS and Software
- Total seats
- 3,1562026: 2,483 regular, 673 self-finance
- Minimum HSC
- 60%BE, B.Arch, BS CS; 50% other BS
NED University admission 2027: when to apply
NED has not announced Batch 2027 dates yet. In 2026 the advertisement came out on 29 March, the computer based entry test ran in two phases (12 to 15 June and 6 to 9 July), the first call list was displayed on 16 July, interviews started on 17 July and classes on 17 August. Expect a similar cycle in 2027 and check the admission page from March.
Upcoming admission dates
| Event | Dates | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation deadline for admitted students below the final HSC minimum | 30 Oct 2026 | Main Campus, Thar Institute of Engineering, Sciences & Technology (TIEST), Constituted College of NED | Upcoming |
Source: Extension of date for students of Undergraduate Programmes, Batch 2026 (16 October 2026)
Batch 2026 students who did not reach the final HSC minimum (60% for engineering, 50% for BS) must apply to cancel their admission by 30 October 2026; after that only the security deposit is refunded.
NED merit formula and how disciplines are allotted
- Students appearing in HSC-II use their HSC Part-I marks; A-Level students use their O-Level IBCC equivalence.
- If you already passed HSC in an earlier year, NED uses your complete HSC result and deducts 0.91% of your marks (2023, 2024 or 2025 passes, and improvement attempts).
- Hafiz-e-Quran candidates who pass the entry test and NED’s Hafiz test get 1.82% of their HSC marks added.
- You can take the test in both phases; the higher score counts. Past years’ test results are not accepted.
- Ties are broken on the entry test total, then on its Mathematics or Biology section, then Physics, then Chemistry or Computer Science.
Source: Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8); Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
At the interview, candidates are called in merit order within their category and choose a discipline on the spot from the seats still available. The choice narrows as the merit order goes down, so popular programmes such as Computer Science and Software Engineering fill with the highest scores.
NED merit list 2026: scores called
NED does not publish a closing merit for each discipline. Its call lists show the merit score of every candidate called. For the largest category, Karachi Board Pre-Engineering / Computer Science, R-1(a) (1,480 seats in 2026):
Merit scores called, Karachi Board R-1(a), 2026
| Call list | Date | Highest score | Lowest score |
|---|---|---|---|
| First provisional call list | From 23 July 2026 | 95.16 | 75.71 |
| Eighth provisional call list | 1 September 2026 | 60.80 | 50.22 |
Source: First Provisional Call List, Karachi Pre-Engineering / Computer Science R-1(a); Eighth Provisional Call List, Karachi Pre-Engineering / Computer Science R-1(a)
A first-list score does not mean any discipline: by the time later candidates are called, the most popular programmes are full. Other boards and categories (Hyderabad, Federal Board, A-Level, Aga Khan Board and others) have their own lists and seats.
NED entry test pattern
Four sections of 25 marks, by HSC group
| Your HSC group | Test sections |
|---|---|
| Pre-Engineering or DAE | English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry |
| Pre-Medical | English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry |
| Computer Science (Maths, Physics, CS) | English, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science |
| Computer Science (Maths, Statistics, CS) | English, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science |
| Commerce | English, Accounting, Economics, Business Mathematics |
| Arts | English 1, English 2, Basic Mathematics, General Knowledge |
| Arts with Mathematics | English 1, English 2, Mathematics (HSC Pre-Engineering level), General Knowledge |
Source: Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
The test is computer based multiple choice. You need 50% to qualify. NED holds it twice; each attempt has its own fee and the higher score counts.
NED eligibility criteria
Who can apply for what (Batch 2026 rules)
| HSC group | With 60% or more | With 50% or more |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Engineering | All programmes | All BS programmes except BS Computer Science |
| Pre-Medical | Biomedical Engineering, BS Computer Science, B.Arch and all BS except Computational Finance | All BS except Computer Science and Computational Finance |
| Computer Science (Maths, Physics, CS) | All BE (with a non-credit Chemistry course), BS Computer Science, B.Arch and other BS programmes | Management Sciences, Development Studies, Computational Finance, English, Economics and Finance, Physics, Textile Sciences |
| Commerce or Arts | BS Management Sciences, English Linguistics, English, Development Studies, Economics and Finance | Same programmes |
| DAE (SBTE, relevant field) | Selected BE programmes (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical and others) | Not applicable |
Source: Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026; Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8)
- You need a Sindh domicile, except for reserved categories.
- Your HSC must be from the last three years (2023 to 2026 for Batch 2026).
- If you apply on Part-I marks, you need 57% in HSC-I (50% for most BS) and must reach the final minimum by 30 October.
- A-Level and other foreign results need an IBCC equivalence, including for O-Levels.
Source: Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8); Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
NED University fee structure 2026
Main, City and LEJ campuses, 2026 (Rs)
| Charge | Most BE, BS and B.Arch | BS Computer Science, BE Software, BE Computer and Information Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Admission fee (once, includes Rs 16,500 security deposit) | 57,000 | 62,000 |
| Tuition and examination fee (each semester) | 56,600 | 62,600 |
| Students facilitation charges (each semester) | 10,100 | 10,100 |
| Total paid at admission | 123,700 | 134,700 |
Source: Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8); Fee Structure 2026 (Eighth Provisional Call List page)
Self-finance and other charges, 2026
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Self-finance seat (categories SF-1 to SF-5) | Rs 890,000 + 3% tax, once |
| Self-finance sponsored seat (SF-6 to SF-11) or foreign student | Rs 1,100,000 + 3% tax, once |
| Application processing fee | Rs 5,300 |
| TIEST (Thar): admission fee and semester fee | Rs 56,820 and Rs 62,600 |
| Hostel (Muhammad Bin Qasim Hostels) | Cubicle Rs 1,035 or dormitory Rs 805 a month, plus Rs 1,035 service charges |
Source: Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8); Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
The self-finance fee is paid with the application and is separate from the admission fee; it is refunded if you take a regular seat. Karachi residents are not eligible for NED hostels.
NED scholarships and financial aid
NED lists more than 90 scholarship and financial assistance schemes, including the Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship, the NBP student loan scheme, Zakat-funded assistance and named endowment funds. Its prospectus says deserving students may be considered for merit or need-based scholarships subject to funds, and all deserving TIEST students receive tuition scholarships. First semester fellowships depend on merit position.
NED admission office contacts
Registrar (Academic)
Address: NED University of Engineering & Technology, University Road, Karachi-75270. B.Arch and BS Development Studies are taught at the City Campus; Biomedical Engineering at the LEJ Campus.
Source: Extension of date for Batch 2026 students (16 October 2026); Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
NED FAQs
What is the NED University merit formula?
Merit Score = 40% of your HSC Part-I (or O-Level equivalence) marks + 60% of your NED entry test marks. Students who already passed HSC are judged on the complete HSC result with 0.91% deducted.
What are the passing marks of the NED entry test?
50%. The test is computer based with four 25-mark sections that depend on your HSC group, and the higher of your two attempts counts.
What is the NED fee structure per semester?
In 2026 the tuition and examination fee was Rs 56,600 a semester (Rs 62,600 for BS Computer Science and BE Software), plus Rs 10,100 facilitation charges. At admission you pay Rs 123,700 or Rs 134,700.
What is the NED self-finance fee?
Rs 890,000 plus 3% tax for categories SF-1 to SF-5, and Rs 1,100,000 plus 3% tax for sponsored seats and foreign students, paid once with the application.
What was the NED closing merit in 2026?
NED does not publish closing merit by discipline. For Karachi Board Pre-Engineering and Computer Science, the first call list ran from 95.16 down to 75.71 and the eighth call list from 60.80 down to 50.22.
When will NED admission 2027 open?
NED has not announced Batch 2027 dates. In 2026 the advertisement appeared on 29 March and the entry test ran in June and July.
Can Pre-Medical students apply to NED?
Yes. With 60% they can apply for Biomedical Engineering, BS Computer Science, B.Arch and most BS programmes; with 50% for most BS programmes except Computer Science and Computational Finance.
Do I need a Sindh domicile for NED?
Yes, except for the reserved categories described in the prospectus.
Official sources
Every figure on this page comes from these NED and HEC pages, checked on 20 October 2026. Fees and dates can change, so confirm on the official page before you pay. Spotted something out of date? Report a correction.
- Undergraduate Admission (NED admission page)
- Undergraduate Prospectus 2026 (Chapters 4 and 8)
- Frequently Asked Questions, Undergraduate Admissions 2026
- Revised Admission Schedule, Batch 2026
- Distribution of Seats for Admission 2026
- Fee Structure 2026 (Eighth Provisional Call List page)
- First Provisional Call List, Karachi Pre-Engineering / Computer Science R-1(a)
- Eighth Provisional Call List, Karachi Pre-Engineering / Computer Science R-1(a)
- Extension of date for Batch 2026 students (16 October 2026)
- List of Scholarships and Financial Assistance