Public (Semi-autonomous)
Rank #1
Institute of Business Administration
Karachi, Sindh
About IBA
Pakistan's oldest and most prestigious business school. Known for its corporate leadership, rigorous academic standards, and dual-campus facility in Karachi.
Established in 1955 with technical support from the Wharton School (USA), IBA is the oldest business school outside North America. It consistently ranks #1 in Pakistan for Business & Management and has produced the country's top corporate CEOs and leaders.
Programs Offered
5 programs available
Bachelor of Business Admin (BBA)
4 YearsCompetitive (Test/SAT + Interview)
480,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Accounting & Finance
4 YearsHigh (Test + Interview)
480,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Computer Science
4 YearsHigh (Test + Interview)
480,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Economics
4 YearsModerate (Test + Interview)
480,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
BS Social Sciences & Liberal Arts
4 YearsModerate (Test + Interview)
480,000 PKR (1st Sem)
1st Semester
Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
Campus Facilities
- Adamjee Academic Center
- Aman Center for Entrepreneurial Development (CED)
- Martin Dow Health Centre
- Visiting Faculty Hostel & Student Hostels (120k/sem)
- Tabba Conference Centre
Academic Departments
School of Business Studies (SBS)
School of Economics & Social Sciences (SESS)
School of Mathematics & Computer Science (SMCS)
Center for Executive Education (CEE)
Center for Excellence in Journalism (CEJ)
Admission 2024
Application Period
Round 1 (Feb) & Round 2 (June)
Deadline
Round 2: July 19, 2026
Entry Test
IBA Aptitude Test (Or SAT/ACT Exemption)
Test Date
Round 1: Feb 2026 | Round 2: July 12, 2026
Fee Structure
Fee Range
450,000 - 550,000 PKR (Per Semester)
Fee is charged per credit hour (approx. PKR 29,400 for 2025-26). A typical 5-course semester (15 Cr Hr) costs ~441,000 PKR + Activity Charges (7k). One-time Admission fee is 115,000 PKR.
Contact Information
+92-21-38104700admission@iba.edu.pk
Main Campus: University Enclave, University Road, Karachi
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