Admission Open in University of Karachi

18 Jun 2026
Posted Date
29 Jun 2026
Last Date
Karachi
City

Detailed Breakdown of Key Information

1. Academic Programs & Eligibility Requirements

The institute offers intensive, practically-oriented programs covering clinical psychology, addiction treatment, and child rehabilitation.

Program Name Duration & Structure Academic Eligibility Criteria
Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology 24 months baseline (Max 8 years). Includes advanced coursework, supervised internship, didactic analysis, and a dissertation. M.Phil or M.S. in Clinical Psychology with a minimum 3.0 CGPA in coursework and a 6-credit-hour thesis from an HEC-recognized institution.
M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology 24 months baseline (Max 4 years). Includes coursework, supervised clinical internship, and a thesis. M.A., M.Sc., or 4-year B.S. in any discipline of Psychology (Minimum 2nd Class/Division).
P.M.D.C.P. (Post Magistral Diploma in Clinical Psychology) 12 months program containing specialized coursework and a supervised clinical internship. M.A., M.Sc., or 4-year B.S. in any discipline of Psychology (Minimum 2nd Class/Division).
D.R.C.D. (Diploma in Rehabilitation of Childhood Disorders) 12 months evening program focusing on childhood disorders, speech therapy, and language therapy. M.A., M.Sc., or 4-year B.S. in Psychology or Special Education (Minimum 2nd Class/Division).
P.M.D.A.S. (Post Magistral Diploma in Addiction Sciences) 12 months program with an internship and research. Offers facilitation for international certification. M.B.B.S. (with completed House Job) OR an M.A., M.Sc., or 4-year B.S. in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or Nursing (2nd Class).
D.C.T. (Diploma in Complementary Therapy: Hypnosis & NLP) 12 months part-time professional training course with international certification support. M.A., M.Sc., or 4-year B.S. in Psychology or an equivalent degree (Minimum 2nd Division).

2. Diverse Career Trajectories

Graduates from these specialized fields are qualified to practice as certified practitioners in several target sectors:

  • Medical Facilities: Private and government psychiatric clinics, mental health hospitals, general hospitals, and medical clinics.

  • Specialized Care: Rehabilitation and training centers catering to individuals with special developmental or physical needs.

  • Corporate & Security: Public/private business organizations, industrial settings, and the Armed Forces.

  • Public Sector: Educational institutions, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and independent private clinical practices.

3. Application Process & Crucial Timelines

To apply for the 2026 admissions cycle, prospective students must complete a physical submission process through the University of Karachi network.

  • Admission Form Cost: Rs. 6,000/- (payable strictly via Pay Order issued in favor of the "Institute of Clinical Psychology, University of Karachi").

  • Official Contacts: Phone lines at +92 213 4614944 / 34613584 and mobile support at +92 332 8209798. Email queries go to admission@icpuok.edu.pk.

Important Date Notice: The physical advertisement contains a minor year typo on its deadline line, writing "June 29, 2025". However, since this is explicitly the Admission 2026 cycle and June 29 is a Monday in the year 2026, the correct operational timeline is:

  • Form Submission Deadline: Monday, June 29, 2026

  • Mandatory Admission Procedures/Testing: July 09, 10, and 11, 2026



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