Find answers to common questions about our career mapping system, university databases, and admissions aggregates in Pakistan.
Most universities in Pakistan calculate merit aggregates using a weighted combination of Matric/O-Levels (typically 10%), FSc/ICS/A-Levels (typically 40%), and entry test scores (typically 50%). Our Merit Calculator implements these exact institutional formulas for FAST, UET, PU, NUST, and GIKI to give you an accurate aggregate prediction.
We support calculations and guidance for all major local entry tests: ECAT (Engineering Colleges Admission Test) for UET and public engineering lines; FAST Entry Test (for CS, SE, and Computing streams); NET (NUST Entry Test); PU Admission Test (for Punjab University undergraduate departments); and NTS NAT (National Aptitude Test) used by various public and private sector universities.
While closely related, BS Computer Science (BSCS) focuses more on the theoretical foundations of computing, artificial intelligence, compiler designs, and complex algorithms. BS Software Engineering (BSSE) emphasizes design practices, software quality assurance, testing pipelines, agile methodologies, and the systematic engineering lifecycle of software products.
Public sector universities (like PU and UET) are heavily subsidized by the government, costing around PKR 35,000 - 80,000 per year. Private sector institutions (like FAST, UMT, and LUMS) range from PKR 250,000 to over PKR 1,000,000 per year depending on the specific program, campus facilities, and undergraduate aid availability.
Yes, under the latest HEC (Higher Education Commission) guidelines, Pre-Medical students are now eligible to apply for BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, and related computing fields, provided they take additional bridge mathematics courses in their early semesters.