The NED University of Engineering and Technology has officially revealed its admissions program for the next 2026-27 academic year. Among other significant milestones, the university unveiled a major increase in its admission capacity by introducing 140 new seats to serve the total capacity of 3,156 students, as opposed to 3,016 the previous year.
NED University Key Dates for Admissions and Entry Tests
| Event | Date |
| Admissions Open | March 30, 2026 |
| Application Deadline | May 29, 2026 |
| Entry Test (Phase 1) | June 4 to June 7, 2026 |
| Entry Test (Phase 2) | First week of July 2026 |
NED University Merit Formula and Seat Distribution
To make the selection process just, NED University has laid down stringent requirements to be met in the computation of merit and entry test.
Passing Condition: To be able to pass the entry test, one needs to obtain at least 50% marks.
Merit Weightage: Final merit will be calculated by assigning a weightage of 60 percent to the entry test score and weighting 40 percent to the first year intermediate performance of the student.
Greater number of Merit Seats: Positively, the university has also cut its self-finance seats by five to 159 giving five to the open merit category.
NED University Updated Fee Structure
The financial committee of the university has recommended that fees in different categories increase by an approximation of 10 percent to meet the increasing administrative and educational expenses. The amount paid by students on the first semester is approximated to be around 123,000 that will be spent on the admission fee and the first semester fee.
| Fee Category | Previous Amount | Proposed New Amount |
| Semester Fee | Rs. 51,930 | Rs. 57,000 |
| Admission Fee | Rs. 25,000 | Rs. 28,000 |
| Local Self-Finance | Rs. 855,000 | Rs. 890,000 |
| Sponsored Self-Finance | Rs. 1,065,000 | Rs. 1,100,000 |
NED University Expanded Quotas and New Programs
Dr. Hussain noted that the newly added 140 seats have been strategically distributed across various categories to promote diversity and accessibility. This includes increased allocations for students from the Karachi Board, A-Level systems, Aga Khan Board, minority quotas, and various regional seats.
Furthermore, NED University is expanding its academic offerings at the Thar campus by introducing two brand-new undergraduate programs: BS English and BS Management Sciences.
When is the deadline to apply for NED University admissions 2026?
The online application portal will open on March 30, 2026, and the deadline to submit your application is May 29, 2026.
What is the merit calculation formula for NED University?
Final merit is determined by giving a 60% weightage to the entry test score and a 40% weightage to the student’s first-year intermediate results. Additionally, candidates must secure at least 50% marks to pass the entry test.
How much is the initial fee for the first semester?
Students will be required to pay approximately Rs. 123,000 at the start of their first semester. This total includes the newly proposed admission fee of Rs. 28,000 and the semester fee of Rs. 57,000.
What new programs are being introduced this year?
NED University is introducing two brand-new undergraduate programs at its Thar campus: BS English and BS Management Sciences.
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