Private (Federally Chartered)
Rank #2
National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
About FAST-NUCES
Pakistan's premier institute for Computer Science. Known for its rigorous academic workload ('Raghra'), high employability, and the largest network of CS campuses in the country.
Founded in 2000 by the Foundation for Advancement of Science and Technology (FAST), it was the first multi-campus university in Pakistan. It is widely regarded as the 'Gold Standard' for software engineering and computer science education in the local industry.
Programs Offered
5 programs available
BS Computer Science
4 YearsVery High (73%+ Aggregate)
240,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Software Engineering
4 YearsHigh (70%+ Aggregate)
240,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Artificial Intelligence
4 YearsHigh (69%+ Aggregate)
240,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Data Science
4 YearsModerate-High (68%+ Aggregate)
240,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Cyber Security
4 YearsHigh (70%+ Aggregate)
240,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
Campus Facilities
- State-of-the-Art Computing Labs
- FAST-NUCES Library
- Cricket & Football Grounds
- Cafeteria & Student Center
- Transport Facility (Limited routes)
Academic Departments
Department of Computer Science
Department of Electrical Engineering
FAST School of Management
Department of Sciences and Humanities
Admission 2024
Application Period
May - July (Fall Intake)
Deadline
July 04, 2026 (Expected)
Entry Test
FAST Entry Test (Online) or SAT/NTS (Subject to conditions)
Test Date
July 07 - July 18, 2026
Fee Structure
Fee Range
180,000 - 240,000 PKR (Per Semester)
Tuition is charged at PKR 11,000 per credit hour (Fall 2025 rate). A standard 17-CrHr semester costs ~187,000 PKR. First semester includes One-time Admission (30k) + Security (20k), totaling approx. 237,000 PKR.
Contact Information
+92-51-111-128-128 (Ext: 259)admissions.isb@nu.edu.pk
A.K. Brohi Road, H-11/4, Islamabad, Pakistan
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