Punjab University Announces Admission Test for Undergraduate Programs

The University of the Punjab has announced that all candidates seeking admission to undergraduate programs for the academic year 2025-26 must appear in the PU Admission Test, scheduled for 15th June 2025 (Sunday).

Students who have completed or are awaiting results for their Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) or equivalent education are eligible to apply.

The admission test will cover seven categories:

• Pre-Engineering (PU-E)
• Pre-Medical (PU-M)
• Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences (PU-AHS)
• ICS with Physics Combination (PU-CSP)
• ICS with Statistics Combination (PU-CSS)
• General Science (PU-GS)
• Commerce (PU-COM)

According to the university, the admission test will carry 25% weightage in the total merit calculation. Officials clarified that last year’s test results will not be valid for new admissions.

The test will be held in major cities across Pakistan. Registration can be completed through http://admissiontest.pu.edu.pk. The non-refundable test fee is Rs. 2500, payable through HBL, UBL, or mobile banking (1Bill). Candidates must upload proof of payment during registration.

Special requirements apply for certain programs:

• Engineering applicants can submit PU Admission Test scores, ECAT (UET), or SAT.
• For LLB admissions, both LAT and PU Admission Test are mandatory.
• Art and Design applicants must also pass a practical test after qualifying the PU Admission Test.

The last date to register online is 26th May 2025.