For students aiming to pursue engineering and technology in Karachi, Dawood University of Engineering & Technology (DUET) is one of the top choices after NED. With its affordable fees, government backing, and modern BS programs in AI, Cyber Security, and Data Science, DUET attracts thousands of applicants every year.

• Applications Opened: June 2025
• Last Date to Apply: July 11, 2025
• Entry Test Date: July 20, 2025
• Classes Commencement: August/September 2025

All applications were submitted online via DUET’s Admission Portal, with an application fee of Rs. 3,000. Admit cards were issued after fee payment and document upload.

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• BE Programs: Minimum 60% marks in F.Sc (Pre-Engineering: Physics, Chemistry, Math) or DAE in relevant field.
• BS & B.Arch Programs: Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate. Students from Pre-Medical/ICS/Commerce may apply to relevant BS fields.
• DAE Holders: At least 60% marks required.
• Age Limit: Maximum 25 years at the time of application.
• Result Awaiting Students: Can apply provisionally with a hope certificate.

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• Sindh Domicile Required (Urban vs. Rural).
• Reserved Seats:
  • Sindh Urban (Karachi, Hyderabad)
  • Sindh Rural (rest of Sindh)
  • Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK)
  • Staff Quota: 14 seats for children of DUET employees
  • Foreign/Overseas Quota (limited seats)

If reserved seats remain vacant, they may be converted to open merit.

• Total Self-Finance Seats (2025): 72 (61 local + 11 overseas).
• Donation Amount:
  • Engineering Programs: Rs. 600,000 + tax (one-time, non-refundable)
  • BS Programs (some categories): Rs. 400,000 + tax

Self-finance candidates must still pass the DUET entry test and are ranked separately on a merit list.

• One-Time Admission Fee: ~Rs. 5,000
• Security Deposit (Refundable): ~Rs. 5,000
• Misc. Charges: Library, exams, student fund (~Rs. 1,000–5,000/semester)
• Hostel Facility: Very limited; most students arrange private housing.
• Transport: Shuttle bus available (charges vary).

• 300 Indigenous Scholarships (government-funded) in 2025.
• Merit Scholarships for top performers each semester.
• HEC Need-Based Scholarships available.
• External Scholarships: PEEF, government programs.
• Special Initiative: Free Coursera-certified micro-degrees for students with ≥85% attendance.

1. Apply online at admissions.duet.edu.pk
2. Upload documents (Matric, Inter, CNIC/B-form, photos, domicile).
3. Pay fee challan (Rs. 3,000) at partner banks.
4. Download Admit Card from portal.
5. Sit for Entry Test on assigned date.
6. Await merit list and seat allocation.

DUET admissions 2025 are structured, affordable, and competitive. With clear eligibility requirements, a transparent quota system, and low tuition fees, it remains an attractive option for students in Sindh. If you meet the 50–60% academic benchmark and prepare for the entry test, you can secure a seat in one of Karachi’s oldest and most respected public engineering universities.

How much percentage is required for Dawood University?
60% for BE programs, 50% for BS and B.Arch programs.

Can I get admission in university with 40% marks?
No. DUET requires a minimum of 50%–60%, depending on program.

What is the entry test fee for Dawood University?
The application + test fee is Rs. 3,000 (non-refundable).

Is Karachi University admission open in 2025?
Yes, Karachi University admissions open separately. Check KU’s official site for dates.

Is Dawood University a private or government university?
DUET is a public-sector university, funded by the Government of Sindh.

What is the fee structure of NED University?
NED’s per semester fee is around Rs. 26,000–30,000, slightly lower than DUET’s BS Computing programs.

What is the cost of a LUMS entry test?
The LUMS admission test (LUMS SBASSE or SAT route) costs PKR 6,200–7,000 approximately.

What is the rank of Dawood University in Karachi?
DUET is ranked among the mid-tier engineering universities in Karachi, below NED but above most private setups in affordability.

How much is the admission fee for Iqra?
Iqra University charges an admission fee of ~Rs. 20,000–25,000, much higher than DUET’s Rs. 5,000.