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Karakoram International University
Gilgit, Gilgit-Baltistan
About KIU
Karakoram International University (KIU) is a unique higher education institution situated against the dramatic backdrop of the Hindu Kush and Karakoram mountain ranges. As the primary university of Gilgit-Baltistan, it focuses heavily on mountain studies, glaciology, gemology, and mining engineering. It also hosts the CPEC Center of Excellence, playing a strategic role in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
Established in 2002 by a charter from the Federal Government to provide higher education access to the remote mountain communities of Northern Pakistan.
Programs Offered
5 programs available
BS Mining Engineering
4 YearsHigh
48,500 PKR
1st Semester
BS Tourism & Hospitality Management
4 YearsModerate
39,850 PKR
1st Semester
BS Computer Science
4 YearsHigh
48,800 PKR
1st Semester
BS International Relations
4 YearsModerate
33,260 PKR
1st Semester
BS Earth Sciences (Geology)
4 YearsHigh
42,000 PKR
1st Semester
Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
Campus Facilities
- Gemology & Jewelry Design Center
- Integrated Mountain Area Research Centre
- CPEC Center of Excellence
- Mining & Mineral Testing Lab
- Botanical Garden
- Lincoln Corner Gilgit
Academic Departments
Earth Sciences (Geology/Mining)
Biological Sciences
Computer Sciences
Modern Languages (Chinese/English)
Management Sciences
Admission 2024
Application Period
July - September
Deadline
September 15, 2026
Entry Test
KIU Entry Test / NAT
Test Date
September 20 - September 28, 2026
Fee Structure
Fee Range
33,000 - 55,000 PKR
KIU is highly affordable. General Social Science/Arts programs cost approx. 33,000 PKR per semester. Science and IT programs (BS CS, Earth Sciences) are slightly higher, averaging 48,000 PKR per semester. Admission fee is roughly 10,000 PKR.
Contact Information
+92-5811-960010admissions@kiu.edu.pk
University Road, Gilgit, 15100, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
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