ADMISSION NOTICE (SPRING 2026)

M.Sc. (Hons) & Ph.D Degree Programs

The University of Agriculture Swat

(Public Sector University – HEC Accredited)

The University of Agriculture Swat (UOAS) invites applications for Spring 2026 admissions in M.Sc. (Hons) and Ph.D degree programs. The University offers a conducive learning and research environment for postgraduate studies in Agriculture, with a special focus on Climate Change and Mountainous Agriculture, under the supervision of highly qualified and experienced faculty members.

Offered Degree Programs

M.Sc. (Hons) Programs

• Entomology

• Food Science & Technology

• Horticulture

• Plant Breeding & Genetics

• Soil & Environmental Sciences

Ph.D Programs

• Entomology

• Horticulture

• Plant Breeding & Genetics

• Soil & Environmental Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

For detailed eligibility requirements and other information, candidates are advised to visit the University website:
🌐 www.uoas.edu.pk

University Admission Test (UAT)

• GAT (General) will be conducted for M.Sc. (Hons) admissions.

• GAT (Subject) will be conducted for Ph.D admissions.

• Minimum qualifying marks:

  • 50% for M.Sc. (Hons)

  • 60% for Ph.D

📌 Valid NTS GAT-General (for M.Sc. Hons) and GAT-Subject (for Ph.D) are also acceptable.

Admission Procedure

1. Candidates must apply online for the University Admission Test through:
   🌐 www.uoas.edu.pk
   🌐 http://portal.uoas.edu.pk/

2. Deposit the test fee of Rs. 1,500/- (Non-Refundable) at any branch of Bank of Khyber:

   • Account Title: University of Agriculture Swat

   • Account No.: PK42XHYB5203003004012339

3. Hard copies of the Admission Test form along with the original bank receipt must reach the DASAR Office on or before January 28, 2026.

4. University Admission Test Date:
   📅 January 31, 2026

5. Only candidates who have submitted hard copies within the due date will be allowed to appear in the entry test.
   ❌ No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

6. Test results and admission forms will be available on the admission portal from:
   📅 February 2, 2026
   🌐 http://portal.uoas.edu.pk

7. Successful candidates will appear for interview and document verification on:
   📅 February 7, 2026

8. Selected candidates must submit duly attested admission forms and required documents to the DASAR Office on or before February 13, 2026.

Contact Information

Directorate of Advanced Studies & Research (DASAR)
📞 Office Phone: +92-946-811-888, +92-333-9698844
📧 Email: dasar@uoas.edu.pk

Director

Advanced Studies & Research (DASAR)
The University of Agriculture Swat