Admission Open in Punjab University Lahore

12 May 2026
Posted Date
25 May 2026
Last Date
Lahore
City

UNIVERSITY OF THE PUNJAB, LAHORE

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION TEST NOTICE (2026-27)

Mandatory Requirement: Participation in the PU Admission Test is compulsory for all candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programs at the University of the Punjab.


### Important Dates

  • Last Date for Online Registration: May 25, 2026

  • Tentative Test Date: June 14, 2026 (Sunday)


Eligibility Criteria

  1. Passed Students: Candidates who have completed their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or Equivalent/Grade 12 education.

  2. Result Awaiting Students: Candidates who have sat for their HSSC (or equivalent) final exams and are currently awaiting their results.


Admission Test Categories

The test is divided into seven specific categories based on the student's academic background:

Sr. No. Academic Stream / Discipline Test Category
1 Pre-Engineering PU-E
2 Pre-Medical PU-M
3 Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences PU-AHS
4 ICS with Physics Combination PU-CSP
5 ICS with Statistics Combination PU-CSS
6 General Science PU-GS
7 Commerce PU-COM

Merit Calculation & Validity

  • Weightage: The Admission Test score accounts for 25% of the total merit calculation.

  • Purpose: Qualifying the test allows a candidate to apply for various programs once they are officially advertised.

  • Validity: Only the 2026 test is valid. Results from previous years' PU Admission Tests are not valid for new admissions.


Program-Specific Requirements

  • Engineering Programs: PU Admission Test is mandatory. However, per PEC regulations, E-CAT (UET) or NUST Test scores are also acceptable.

  • Law (LLB): Both LAT (Law Admission Test) and the PU Admission Test are mandatory.

  • Art & Design: PU Admission Test is mandatory, followed by a separate Drawing/Aptitude Test conducted by the College of Art & Design.

  • Pharmacy (Pharm-D): Either MDCAT or the PU Admission Test scores are valid.


Application Process & Fee

  • Online Registration: http://admissiontest.pu.edu.pk

  • Admission Test Fee: PKR 2,500/- (Non-refundable and non-transferable).

  • Payment Method:

    • Download the system-generated Challan from the portal.

    • Pay at any branch of HBLUBL, or via Mobile Banking (1Bill).

    • Requirement: Applicants must upload a digital image of the payment proof to the portal to finalize their application.


Test Centers & Information

  • Venues: The test will be conducted in major cities across Pakistan.

  • Syllabus: Detailed breakup and marks distribution are available on the admission portal.

Contact & Helpdesk

  • Official Website: www.pu.edu.pk

  • Helpline: +92 (0)42 111-001-882 (Ext: 162, 176, 177)

  • Direct Phone: +92 (0)42 99230259

PROF. DR. KHALID MAHMOOD

Pro-Vice Chancellor / Chairman, Admission Committee



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