The University of Karachi (UoK) has invited online applications for BS (1st Year) and BS (3rd Year intake) admissions for 2027 in its Morning Programme on an open merit basis. Admission is based on the marks obtained in the prerequisite examination.
This guide explains the two types of BS programmes, the list of departments, the dates, the processing fee and the application steps. Please read the dates section first, because the closing date is very close.
Quick Answer
According to the university’s advertisement, online admission forms can be submitted through the admission portal from 12 October 2026 to 21 October 2026. The processing fee is Rs 5,000. The official UoK admissions page also shows a notice titled “Date Extended for Submission of Form”, so please open that notice and confirm the latest last date before you apply.
Admission Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| University | University of Karachi, Karachi |
| Sector | Public (government) |
| Programme type | Morning Programme, Open Merit Basis |
| Programmes | BS 4-Year (after Intermediate) and BS 2-Year, 3rd Year intake (after graduation) |
| Selection basis | Marks in the prerequisite examination |
| Application method | Online, through the University of Karachi admission portal |
| Dates in the advertisement | 12 October 2026 to 21 October 2026 |
Two Types of BS Admission
BS 4-Year Programme (After Intermediate)
This programme is for candidates applying on the basis of Intermediate. The advertisement lists the following departments:
Actuarial Sciences and Risk Management, Agriculture, Arabic, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology, Bengali, Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Criminology, BS Chinese (2+2 split programme), Computational Mathematics, Digital Media Marketing, Economics, Economics and Finance (BSEF), English, Financial Mathematics, Genetics, Geography, Geology, Health, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, History, Islamic History, Islamic Learning, Library and Information Science, Marine Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Pakistan Studies, Persian, Philosophy, Physics, Physiology, Political Science, Psychology, Public Health, Poultry Science, Petroleum Technology, Quran and Sunnah, School of Law (LL.B., 4 years), Sindhi, Social Work, Sociology, Space Science and Technology, Statistics, Special Education, Sports Business Management, Urdu, Usool ud Din, Women’s Studies and Zoology.
For the School of Law LL.B. (4 years), the advertisement states that LAT (HEC) with at least 50% marks is required.
BS (3rd Year Intake) 2-Year Programme (After Graduation)
This programme is for candidates applying on the basis of graduation. The advertisement lists:
Applied Chemistry and Chemical Technology, Arabic, Bengali, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Business Administration, Chemistry, Commerce, Computer Science, Criminology, Economics, Economics and Finance (BSEF), Education, English, Environmental Studies, Genetics, Geography, Geology, Health, Physical Education and Sports Sciences, History, International Relations, Islamic History, Islamic Learning, Library and Information Science, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Microbiology, Marine Science, Pakistan Studies, Persian, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Quran and Sunnah, Sindhi, Social Work, Sociology, Space Science and Technology, Special Education, Statistics, Teacher Education B.Ed. (Hons), Urdu, Usool ud Din, Women’s Studies and Zoology.
The department lists are taken from the advertisement. The advertisement says that eligibility requirements and the number of seats for each department are given in the Admission Prospectus 2027, so please check it before applying.
Important Conditions in the Advertisement
- Applicants with certificates or degrees other than those awarded by public sector boards or universities of Pakistan must submit an equivalence certificate at least three days before the announcement of the admission list. The Equivalence Committee of the University of Karachi issues it for bachelor’s level degrees, and the Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) issues it for Intermediate or A Level certificates.
- Grace or condonation marks, and division or grade-raised marks, will not be considered.
- Candidates who submitted Test Based Admission forms earlier can also apply for Open Merit programmes after meeting all requirements, including paying the Open Merit form processing fee.
- Candidates awaiting their prerequisite results can apply at their own risk. They must submit their results at least three days before the announcement of the admission list.
Processing Fee
According to the advertisement:
- The admission form processing fee is Rs 5,000.
- It is paid using the prescribed payment method with the Kuickpay ID generated through the admission portal, before the final submission of the form.
- If you have already submitted one form, the processing fee for a second form for another programme is Rs 3,000.
How to Apply
- Check your eligibility. You can use the portal’s eligibility checker to see which departments you can apply for before you register.
- Create an account. Register on the admission portal. The portal says you sign in with the CNIC you registered with.
- Read the guidelines. The university provides portal creation and form submission guidelines. See the important links page.
- Fill in the admission form and upload scanned copies of the required documents.
- Pay the processing fee with the Kuickpay ID generated by the portal, before final submission.
- Submit the form before the last date.
Contact Information
The advertisement lists the Admission Office, University of Karachi:
- Telephone: (021) 9926 1300-07, Ext: 2479
- Direct: (021) 9926 1376
- Email: admissions@uok.edu.pk
Tips for Applicants
- Do not wait for the last day, because portals can be busy near the deadline.
- Keep scanned copies of your documents ready before you start the form.
- Check the prospectus for each department’s eligibility and seats.
- If you hold a foreign or non-Pakistani qualification, arrange the equivalence certificate early.
- Open the date extension notice on the official page before you decide your deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
The advertisement says 21 October 2026. The official page also shows a “Date Extended for Submission of Form” notice, so please confirm the latest date there.
How much is the admission form fee?
The advertisement states Rs 5,000. A second form for another programme costs Rs 3,000.
Is this admission on merit or through a test?
This advertisement is for the Open Merit programmes, based on marks in the prerequisite examination. The university has separate Test Based Admissions.
Where can I find eligibility and seat details?
In the Admission Prospectus 2027, as stated in the advertisement.
Official Links
- University of Karachi Admissions 2027 page
- Online admission portal
- Eligibility checker
- Important links for undergraduate admissions 2027
- Create a new account
- Frequently asked questions
Conclusion
The University of Karachi’s BS Morning Programme admissions 2027 on open merit offer a wide choice of departments for both Intermediate and graduate candidates. Because the closing date is near, confirm the latest date on the official page, prepare your documents and submit your form early.
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