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BS Programs

Eligibility Criteria, Admission Policy and Guidlines for Undergraduate Programs 2026

Government College University Lahore being an institution is well equipped with educational resources and requisite infrastructure to realize its vision of higher education in its disciplinary and interdisciplinary dimensions. At present, the University is offering BS Degree Program in various disciplines. It is an integrated program of higher education with a carefully planned curriculum, based on the most modern concepts of higher learning.

In accordance with the latest educational practices and theories of curriculum development and the guidelines provided by the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan, the 4-Year BS Program has been designed to provide freshmen with wide-ranging learning opportunities. The practice of early narrow specialization has been avoided and open disciplinary spaces have been created through a variety of subject combinations. The combinations of subjects offered at the beginning of the 4-Year graduation program, fulfill the academic and intellectual needs of students with diverse aptitudes and varied plans for future professions.

GC University Lahore has been a pioneer in the promotion of interdisciplinary learning in its programs of higher education. The same spirit and outlook has not only been preserved in the program, but has also been strengthened through the introduction of higher order of interdisciplinary learning. This will equip the young scholars with the conceptual basis and theoretical paradigms underlying their respective areas of disciplinary specialization. GCU administration is confident that this innovative strategy will gradually bring about a transformation in the outlook of our students, and will go a long way in triggering creative processes essential for the production of scientific knowledge and creation of artistic and literary works and will enhance the graduate's acceptability in the job market.

Agriculture
Archive Studies
Art History
Biology
(Morning & Evening)
Biotechnology
(Morning & Evening)
Botany
(Morning & Evening)
Business Accounting & Finance
(Morning & Evening)
Chemistry
(Morning & Evening)
Commerce
(Evening)
Computer Science
(Morning & Evening)
Digital Communication & Media
(Morning)
Disaster Management
Economics
(Morning & Evening)
Education
(B.Ed 04 Years)
Electrical Engineering
(Morning)
Electronics
(Morning & Evening)
English
(Morning & Evening)
Entrepreneurship
(Morning & Evening)
Environmental Science
(Morning & Evening)
Financial Technology
(Morning & Evening)
Gender & Climate Change
(Morning)
Geography
Global Studies
History
(Morning & Evening)
Linguistics
Information Security Engineering Technology
(Evening)
International Relations
(Morning & Evening)
Islamic Studies
Management
(Morning & Evening)
Mathematics
(Morning & Evening)
Medical Laboratory Technology
(Evening)
Microbiology
(Morning & Evening)
Philosophy
(Morning & Evening)
Physical Education & Sports Sciences
Physics
(Morning & Evening)
Political Science
(Morning & Evening)
Psychology
(Morning & Evening)
Public Administration
(Morning & Evening)
Remote Sensing & GIS
Sociology
(Morning & Evening)
Statistics with Data Science
Translation Studies
(Morning)
Turkish Language & Literature
(Morning)
Urdu
(Morning & Evening)
Zoology
(Morning & Evening)
LLB
(Morning)
Pharm D
(Morning & Evening)
For detailed information about each program, please visit webpages of the respective department.

  1. Admission to various classes in GC University Lahore is granted strictly on and in accordance with the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the University. Applications for admission will be accepted according to the schedule notified, and no Application Form will be accepted after the last date, except with the special permission of the Competent Authority. After completion of all the necessary stages of admission, a list of successful candidates will be displayed on the GCU Website. Students who do not pay all the dues within given time frame, their right of admission will be forfeited.
  2. The University reserves the right to reject or cancel a candidate’s admission application at any stage due to misconduct, indiscipline, poor character, misrepresentation of facts, previous punishment/fine, or any other valid reason, and no appeal against such rejection shall be entertained.
  3. The candidates for Co-curricular Activities and Sports shall have to appear in trials according to the notified schedule.
  4. The University reserves the right not to offer admission to any program/ discipline/ major of any session in the Morning or Evening or Self-Finance.
  5. All the admission regulations/ policies/ directions conveyed by the following accreditation bodies will also be observed:
    • Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) for BSc Electrical Engineering Program.
    • National Computing Education Accreditation Council (NCEAC) for BS in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Software Engineering Programs.
    • Pakistan/Punjab/Lahore Bar Council (whichever applicable) for LLB Program.
    • Pharmacy Council of Pakistan for Pharm-D (5-years)
    • Any other rules and regulations provided by the council or accreditation body.

  1. The candidates can apply through an Online Admission Portal of GC University Lahore at www.gcuonline.pk
  2. The processing fee of Rs. 1000/-will be applicable for each subject. The candidate must submit the fee at any branch of UBL bank across Pakistan. Payment via mobile app or UBL Omni is not acceptable.
  3. The hard copy or printout of the Admission Form (except Self-Finance Category) is not required to be submitted in any office of the University till the display of merit lists. However, the admission form alongwith copies of credentials will be required only for on-merit/short-listed candidates at the time of interviews/ documents verification by the respective academic departments.

  1. Admissions to all Undergraduate programs shall be granted provisionally on the basis of Intermediate Part-I and DAE * (Year I & II). However, applicants must have appeared in the final examination of their respective stream and mandatory to qualify. Candidates are required to qualify their final examinations and submit the relevant results to the University within the prescribed timeframe.
  2. For Advanced Subsidiary (AS)**/A**-Level, admissions to all undergraduate programs shall be granted on the basis of 3 subjects (Results awaiting are also eligible to apply).
    Note:-
    • AS Level = Candidates who have passed two subjects and are appearing/have appeared for 3rd Subject.
    • A-Level = Candidates who have passed or are awaiting results (at least 3 subjects of A-level).
    • The University reserves the right to cancel the provisional admission of those candidates who fail to qualify their Final Examination and/or secure Supplementary in any subject or otherwise fail to meet the prescribed eligibility requirements.

    *DAE holders are eligible for selective/relevant (specific) BS Programs. The orders of the honourable Supreme Court will also be observed for DAE holders.

    **Grades of O-Level and AS/A Level will be converted according to the following numbers to calculate obtained marks and total marks.

    Grade Conversion of GCSE/IGCSE/GCE 'O' Levels & GCE 'A' Levels into Pakistani marks.

    Grades Pak. Marks Grades Pak. Marks
    A* 95 (From Examination Session 2021 Onwards) 9 Above 95 (From Examination Session 2021 Onwards)
    A 85 8 87
    B 75 7 82
    C 65 6 77
    D 55 5 70
    E 45 4 60
    F Not applicable for IBCC Equivalence 3 50
    G Not applicable for IBCC Equivalence 2 40
    Grades Pak. Marks 1 Not applicable for IBCC Equivalence

    Source: IBCC (https://ibcc.edu.pk/conversion-for-equivalence/)

  3. Candidates who are going to appear or have appeared in composite or combined examinations of Intermediate Part I & II and DAE, regardless of any reason, shall be ineligible for admission to any Undergraduate program.
  4. Candidates with supplementary in Intermediate (Part-I) or DAE are also ineligible to apply.
  5. The minimum eligibility requirement for admission to BS/ ADP programs is 50% marks in Intermediate Part-I, DAE* (Year I & II), or Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level. However, for the following programs, the minimum required percentage shall be as specified:
    Academic Program Minimum Marks Percentage Required
    BFA (for all disciplines) 45% marks
    BSc Electrical Engineering 60% marks
    BS Information Security Engineering Technology 60% marks in DAE/ FSc (Pre-Engineering)/ ICS/ Equivalent
    Pharm-D

    Only on following Admission Basis:

    Open Merit/ Hifz-e-Quran, Disability, Minorities, Industrial Nominee*, Pharmacist’s * daughter/ son, Overseas/ International

    * An additional fee of Rs. 500,000/- (to be submitted through a bank draft along with the application) shall be applicable in addition to the regular University fee. Candidates are advised to contact the concerned department before applying.     		60% (Only FSc Pre-Medical or AS/A-Level with Pre-Medical subject)

    a. Any additional minimum requirement prescribed by the relevant accreditation or regulatory body will also be applicable.

  6. Admissions to Undergraduate programs shall be granted on the basis of Open Merit. However, an entry test requirement shall apply only to those academic programs for which it is prescribed by the relevant accreditation or regulatory body, such as the HEC Law Admission Test (LAT) for LLB and ECAT/GCU Test for Engineering programs, etc. (wherever is applicable).
  7. For Engineering programs, valid ECAT score conducted by testing agencies recognized by the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), or conducted by the GCU Lahore (whichever is applicable), shall be accepted for admission purpose.
  8. For LLB admissions, qualification of the HEC LAT shall be mandatory prior to the closing date for submission of applications. Students without an HEC LAT test or who appeared after the closing date shall be ineligible to apply.
  9. The following formula (expect BSc Electrical Engineering and BS Information Security Engineering Technology ) will be observed to calculate the Open Merit aggregate:
    Components Weightage
    Matriculation/ O-Level/Equivalent 20%
    Intermediate (Part-I) / DAE (Year I & II)/ Advance Subsidiary (AS) Level / Equivalent 80%
    Total 100%
    • The following formula for BSc Electrical Engineering and BS Information Security Engineering Technology will be observed to calculate the Open Merit aggregate
      Components % of obtained marks Weightage
      Matriculation/ O-Level/Equivalent 20% 70% weightage of these two results/ obtained marks.
      Intermediate (Part-I) / DAE (Year I & II)/ Advance Subsidiary (AS) Level / Equivalent 80%
      GCU Test/ECAT or any PEC approved test marks - 30%
      Total - 100%
  10. The requirement of an entry test shall remain applicable to the disciplines where a specified level of physical fitness or practical skills is essential for admission, such as Physical Education and BFA, etc.
  11. There shall be no separate admission category or quota for Hifz-e-Quran candidates. Such candidates shall apply under the Open Merit base. The candidate will be awarded 20 marks into the Intermediate Part-I/ DAE (Year I & II)/ AS Level obtained marks. In case the candidate did not qualify the oral test of Quran-e-Majeed, the additional 20 marks will be withdrawn and declared failed for this category.
  12. Two percent (2%) quota will be observed for the Special/Disabled Candidates.
  13. Two percent (2%) quota will be observed for candidates who belong to Minorities by religions.
  14. Five percent (5%) quota will be observed for Lawyer’s Children only for LLB Program.
  15. All the Govt. approved quotas/special seats etc. will be considered as per the Government notifications.
  16. All other minimum eligibility criteria already in practice, as approved by the relevant authorities, accreditation councils, court orders, and the Syndicate, shall remain unchanged.
  17. For BS in (i) Physics, (ii) Mathematics, (iii) Statistics, and (iv) Electronics, candidates must have studied and passed Mathematics in Intermediate (Part-I)/ DAE/ A-Levels Equivalent.
    Note:-Students with Pre-Medical OR without Mathematics qualification, must pass two deficiency courses of Mathematics of 06 Credit Hours (Non-Credit), preferably in the first two semesters, to be eligible to study the above programs. The fee for these additional Mathematics courses will be charged.
  18. For Pharm-D (5-year), candidates with an FSc (Pre-Engineering) background may apply if they have studied and passed Biology as an additional subject in Intermediate.
  19. The DCom holders are only eligible to apply for BS Commerce offered by Department of Commerce & Finance.

BS Medical Laboratory Technology

Those candidates who did FSc (Part-I) Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) OR FSc Part-I (Pre-Medical) are eligible to apply for BS Medical Laboratory Technology.

Computing Degree Programs

The candidates seeking admission to Computing Degree Programs shall fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

1. Atleast 50% marks in Intermediate / Equivalent Examination with Mathematics or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics, certified by Inter Board Coordination Commission (IBCC).

OR

2. Atleast 50% marks in Intermediate/ Equivalent Examination with Pre-Medical* or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics, certified by Inter Board Coordination Commission (IBCC).

Note:* Students with Pre-Medical must have to pass two deficiency courses of Mathematics of 06 credit hours (non-credited) preferably in first two semesters. The University will change the additional fee for two deficiency courses of Mathematics.

LLB

Candidates must pass the Law Admission Test (LAT) conducted by HEC, Islamabad. Other admission criteria for the LLB Program will remain the same in line with the requirements of the University. The following admission basis will be offered for LLB:

  1. Open Merit/li>
  2. A-Level / Equivalent/li>
  3. Hifz-e-Quran (Oral test is mandatory)/li>
  4. Disabilities (2% Quota)/li>
  5. Minorities (2% Quota)/li>
  6. Lawyer’s Children (5% Quota)/li>
  7. Co-curricular Activities/li>
  8. Sports

B.Ed. (1.5-Years) Program

The applicant must have obtained a degree (in any discipline) after 16 years of education preferably in a school subject from an HEC recognized institution with minimum 2 nd Division in Annual System or CGPA 2.00 out of 4.00 in Semester System.

BSc Electrical Engineering

The University invites applications from all eligible candidates for its BSc Electrical Engineering program. Admission will be granted based on academic merit, ensuring that the most qualified students are selected. The following admission basis will be offered for BSc Electrical Engineering:

  1. Open Merit/ Hifz-e-Quran
  2. A-Level / Equivalent
  3. Disabilities (2% Quota)
  4. Provinces other than Punjab
  5. Balochistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan, KPK, EX-FATA, Gwadar
Eligibility for BSc Electrical Engineering:
  • FSc Pre-Engineering, a combination of Physics, Mathematics and Computer Studies / Computer Science (ICS) will be allowed for admission and Chemistry will be offered as a remedial subject / course preferably in the 1st Semester and Intermediate (Pre-Medical) with Mathematics as an additional subject.
  • DAE / BTech in Electrical/ Electronics/ Telecommunication/ Avionics/ Instrumentation/ Information Technology/ Precision Mechanical & Instrument/ Radar Technology/ Automation/ Radio Technology/ Instrumentation & Process Control/ Computer, CIT/ Mechatronics.
  • GCSE A- Levels or any foreign qualification equivalent to Intermediate (Pre-Engineering)*
  • B.Sc. (With Physics and Mathematics)**

Note:

* In case of equivalent foreign qualification submission of equivalence certificate from IBCC is mandatory.
** In case of BSc (With Physics and Mathematics), candidate must have passed Intermediate with Pre-Engineering or Pre-Medical subjects.

A candidate will be considered for admission only:

  1. At least 60% marks in Intermediate (Pre-Engineering), Computer Science (ICS) or Equivalent.
  2. No third division throughout the academic career.
  3. The following entry tests will be considered for admission;
    • Entry test conducted by UET Lahore.
    • Entry test conducted by NED-UET, Karachi and MUET Jamshoro.
    • Entry test conducted by NUST Islamabad.
    • Entry test conducted by NTS.
    • Entry test conducted by ETEA.
    • University entrance test.
    • Any other existing recognized entity conducting entry test.
  4. Passing marks for entry test will be as per PEC guidelines.
  5. Merit will be determined as per PEC/University guidelines.
Requirements for Diploma Holders/B Tech (Pass) Degree for BSc Electrical Engineering
  • Admission against the seats reserved for the holders of Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) will be considered, provided that the candidate has passed the Diploma examination in the relevant technology from a recognized Board of Technical Education.
  • Admission against seats reserved for the holders of BTech (Pass) Degree will be considered only if the Degree is in the relevant technology.
Requirement for Holders of BSc Degree (2 Year) for BSc Electrical Engineering
  • The candidate must have passed Physics and Mathematics as part of their BSc Degree from a recognized institution.
  • The candidate must have passed his/ her Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) in either Pre-Engineering or Pre-Medical group.
Equivalent Foreign Examinations for BSc Electrical Engineering

The University accepts the following foreign examinations as equivalent to the HSSC (Pre- Engineering) Examination:

  • HSSC (Pre-Engineering) Examination of the Board of Intermediate & Secondary Education, Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK)
  • Cambridge Overseas Higher School
  • Certificate with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics from IBCC
  • British General Certificate of Education (A-Level) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
  • American High School Graduation Diploma (12th Grade) with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
Equivalence of Certificates up to Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Level for BSc Electrical Engineering

Candidates having their Intermediate Certificate level qualification from an institution other than Pakistani Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (including those mentioned above) must submit a Certificate of Equivalence of their qualification and marks with those of Pakistani Boards, as decided by the Supreme Court of Pakistan. The Certificate is issued by the Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC)

Determination of Merit for BSc Electrical Engineering

The following marks will be used in determining the merit for admission:

Marks of entry test and the Marks of the following examinations, as applicable
a) Intermediate Certificate Examination (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent
b) Diploma of Associate Engineer in the technologies already mentioned
c) Marks of BSc Degree (with Physics, Mathematics A and Mathematics B)
d) Marks of BTech (Pass) Degree

These marks will be adjusted to give credit for Hafiz-e-Quran or deduction for exams passed by parts (if applicable).

Reduction of Marks for Examination Passed by Parts for BSc Electrical Engineering

If an applicant has passed any examination by parts, 10 marks will be deducted for that examination while calculating the composite score for merit.

Merit of Intermediate (Pre-Medical) with Mathematics for BSc Electrical Engineering

In determining the merit of an applicant having Intermediate (Pre-Medical) with Mathematics as an additional subject:

a) It is deemed that s/he has passed the examination by parts.
b) The marks obtained in the subject of Biology are replaced by those obtained in Mathematics.

Calculation of Composite Score for BSc Electrical Engineering

The merit of applicants will be determined by calculating a composite score by combining various grades in different proportions as detailed below:

For applicants with Intermediate (Pre-Engineering) or equivalent as the highest qualification:

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Weightage of Intermediate (Pre-Engineering) Part-I or A-Level including Hafiz-e-Quran marks80%
Weightage of Matriculation/ O-Level20%

For applicants having Diploma of Associate Engineer as the highest qualification

Weightage of Intermediate (Pre-Engineering) Part-I or A-Level including Hafiz-e-Quran marks 80%
Weightage of Matriculation/ O-Level 20%
Determination of Merit in Case of Equal Composite Score

If two or more applicants have equal composite scores (rounded to 3 decimal places), they shall be treated at par for the purpose of admission. In case there is a tie for the last seat, then all the candidates who have secured equal composite scores shall be granted admission. However, no transfer or new entry shall be considered unless the actual number of candidates already admitted falls below the number of seats allocated for that discipline/category.

Provinces other than the Punjab for BSc Electrical Engineering
Province/ Area No. of Seats
Sindh 1
AJK 1
Balochistan 1
KPK 1
Gilgit – Baltistan 2
EX-FATA 2
Gwadar 1

The candidates will be eligible to apply for admission to BSc Electrical Engineering under following conditions:

  • The applicant should have obtained at least 60% marks in Intermediate from the Institute situated in the Province/Area of their respective Domicile.
  • The applicant must have passed the entry test for admission to Engineering institutions, organized by the PEC approved Universities or Bodies.
  • The applicant should not have 3 rd division throughout his/her academic career.
  • Proof of domicile may please be furnished along with the applications.

For Regular (Morning) Programs
  1. Open Merit/ Hifz-e-Quran (through assessment criteria)
  2. A-Level / Equivalent
  3. Self-Finance
  4. Co-Curricular Activities
  5. Sports
  6. Disabilities (2% Quota)
  7. Minorities (2% Quota)
  8. Old GCU Students (Only Male)
  9. Children of Overseas Pakistanis
  10. International Students
  11. Provinces other than Punjab
    • Balochistan
    • Azad Jammu & Kashmir
    • Sindh
    • Gilgit-Baltistan
    • KPK
    • EX-FATA (Only for Selective disciplines)
    • Tribal Areas of DG Khan - applicable only for BS (i) Biotechnology (ii) Chemistry (iii) Mathematics (iv) Microbiology (v) Physics (vi) Zoology (vii) Computer Science* and (viii) BFA (GD)
For Self-Supporting (Evening) Programs
  1. Open Merit/ Hifz-e-Quran (through assessment criteria)
  2. A-Level
    Note: Minority and Disability Quota shall be offered for those BS Programs which are offered in Evening only.

Open Merit/ Hifz-e-Quran

Candidates from across Pakistan can apply for admission on an Open Merit basis, where selection is made strictly on academic performance, entrance test (where applicable) or other prescribed criteria, without consideration of quotas, reservations, or special categories. Candidates belonging to disability and minority groups may also apply under Open Merit in addition to their respective reserved quota options.

For Hifz-e-Quran candidates, there is no separate admission category, they can apply under Open Merit category and select Hifz-e-Quran option during filling in the admission form. Such candidates will be awarded an additional 20 marks in their Intermediate Part-I/ DAE (Year I & II)/ AS Level marks, subject to passing the Quran-e-Majeed oral test. In case of failure in the oral test, the additional 20 marks will be withdrawn and the candidate will not be considered under the Hifz-e-Quran benefit.

A-Level/Equivalent

For Advanced Subsidiary (AS)**/A**-Level, admissions to all undergraduate programs shall be granted on the basis of 3 subjects (Results awaiting are also eligible to apply).

Note:-
  • AS Level = Candidates who have passed two subjects and are appearing/have appeared for 3rd Subject.
  • A-Level = Candidates who have passed or are awaiting results (at least 3 subjects of A-level).

After completion of all three subjects of A-Level, an equivalence form IBCC shall be required to submit in the Department/ Admission Office.

Self-Finance

A Self-Finance Seat is an admission category in which students are required to pay the prescribed Self-Finance Fee* in addition to the regular University fee, subject to the eligibility criteria and merit. However, admission under the Self-Finance category may be restricted in some programs governed by professional/ accreditation councils, such as BSc Electrical Engineering, etc.

* A Self-Finance Fee of Rs. 500,000/- shall be applicable for BS Computer Science, LL.B., and Pharm-D, whereas Rs. 250,000/- shall be applicable for the remaining BS programs in addition to the regular University fee.

Note: The University reserves the right not to offer admissions under the Self-Finance Category in any program and also reserves the right to convert such seats into Open Merit seats.

Co-curricular Activities

a) Drama
b) English Debate
c) Music
d) Punjabi Debate
e) Qiraat/Naat
f) Rovers (Scouting)
g) Urdu Debate

  1. The candidates seeking admission on the basis of outstanding performance in Co-curricular Activities are required to apply on co-curricular Activities category. A candidate applying on Co-curricular basis will not be considered on Open Merit at the same time. They are required to submit a separate admission form on Open Merit.
  2. Attested copies of the Cocurricular Certificates must be provided at the time of trials.
  3. The candidates will have to appear for the trials of the Co-curricular Activities according to the notified schedule. The trial schedule will be available on the GCU website.
  4. The candidates recommended by the Societies' Board will be called for interview on the given schedule. The candidate who remains absent or fails in their interview shall have no claim to admission.
  5. Students selected for admission on Co-curricular basis shall be assigned major Subject by the Admission Committee at the time of interview on the basis of their ability and aptitude. The decision of the Admission Committee will be final.

Sports

  1. The candidates seeking admission on the basis of outstanding performance in sports are required to apply in the sports category. A candidate applying on sports basis will not be considered on Open Merit at the same time. They are required to submit a separate admission form on Open Merit.
  2. Candidates shall have to appear for the trials of the sports according to the program given by the Sports Office. The candidates recommended by the Director Sports will be called for interview on the given schedule. Selection of the Sports/Societies Board or Committee cannot be challenged in any court. The candidates who remain absent or fail in the trials/interview shall lose their claim to admission. No separate arrangement for trials/interviews will be made by the University in any case.
  3. Students admitted on sports basis shall be assigned major subjects by the Admission Committee at the time of the interview on the basis of their ability and aptitude. The decision of the Admission Committee shall be final.
  4. Sports person is required to actively participate in sports activities and strictly follow the rules and regulations of the University. In case of indiscipline or violation of rules the student shall be expelled from the University.
  5. Sports persons may be given scholarship/full/partial dues/fee concession on account of their outstanding performance in sports on the recommendations of the Director Sports. However, the competent authority can discontinue/cancel this sports scholarship/fee concession at any stage.
  6. None of the sports people are permitted to play for any department or agency outside the University. The sports persons will get prior permission from the Director Sports if they want to participate in any sports other than GC University Lahore, otherwise they shall be expelled from the University.
  7. Relaxation may be granted to sports person only on account of sports activities. Non-Participant sports person is bound to attend regular classes/ examinations according to the schedule.
  8. The Chairman Sports Board and the Director Sports shall have the prerogative to determine the number of seats in each sports/game.
  9. The permission of the semester freeze may be granted to a sports person on account of their sports activities at any stage before the start of mid semester exams. On rejoining, after freeze of the semester, no additional fee will be charged.
  10. The candidates, who were already admitted to Intermediate classes on Sports/Co- curricular basis and later on take Admission to BS Programs will be considered to have been admitted on sports basis and are subject to the same obligations as applicable at the Intermediate level.

Disability

Two percent of seats are reserved for special/ disabled candidates at the undergraduate level. Such applicants must provide a 'Disability Certificate' obtained from the Social Welfare and Bait-ul-Maal Department, Government of Punjab/Other Provinces, at the time of the interview.

Applicants applying based on disability must obtain a minimum of 50% marks in their Intermediate (Part-I)/ DAE (Part I & II)/ A-Level (3-subjects)/ Equivalent examinations.

The minimum eligibility criteria for programs offered under accreditation bodies, such as Computing, Engineering, Pharm-D (5 Years), and LL.B., etc., shall be observed in accordance with the prescribed benchmarks of the respective accreditation bodies. The time to time conditions received from the accreditation bodies shall also be applicable.

Minorities

Two percent of seats are reserved for the candidates belongs to the religious minority at the undergraduate level. Such applicants must provide a religious Minority Certificate obtained from their authorized main/ recognized religious centers at the time of the interview.

Applicants applying on a religious minority basis must obtain a minimum of 50% marks in their Intermediate (Part-I)/ DAE (Part I & II)/ A-Level (3-subjects)/ Equivalent examinations.

The minimum eligibility criteria for programs offered under accreditation bodies, such as Computing, Engineering, Pharm-D (5 Years), and LL.B., etc., shall be observed in accordance with the prescribed benchmarks of the respective accreditation bodies. The time to time conditions received from the accreditation bodies shall also be applicable.

Old GCU Student

The Old GCU Student admission category is reserved for male candidates who have completed their Intermediate education from GC University Lahore. However, the minimum eligibility and other conditions to admissions will be applicable.

Overseas Pakistanis

The University reserves special seats under the “Overseas Pakistanis Quota” for the children of Overseas Pakistanis. The general admission conditions applicable to these reserved seats shall be observed. However, BSc Electrical Engineering, Pharm-D (5 Years) and LLB programs are not offered under the Overseas Pakistanis Quota.

Note: Students admitted under this category shall be required to pay the regular University fee along with an additional amount in US Dollars. For further details, please contact the Fee Section, Treasurer Office.

The Overseas Parents must provide a certificate from their employer confirming their employment status and proof of residential status. In case of business in a foreign country, they should provide proof of their business/ office and residential status at the time of the interview.

International Students

Admission Requirements for foreign students:
  • Foreign students seeking admission to GCU have to apply for admission directly to the University and get the letter of confirmation of admission. Rest of the procedure is as follows:
    • The University will send a copy of Admission Letter to the HEC.
    • The HEC Pakistan will confirm and endorse admission after clearance from the Ministry of Interior.
  • The student will approach the Pakistani Mission abroad for Visa and will submit the following documents:
    • Application Form (Student Visa Form)
    • Photocopy of Passport
    • Photograph
    • Educational Documents
    • Admission Letter of University
    • All other documents required by the Pakistani Mission abroad
  • The Pakistani Mission abroad forwards all the documents to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad for further processing.
  • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad forwards all documents to the Ministry of Interior for security clearance and a copy to Ministry of Education, Health and HEC, Pakistan.
  • As per policy of the Ministry of Interior takes about four weeks to complete the process and sends Visa advice to the Mission concerned and copy to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and HEC, Pakistan.
  • The HEC sends information of Visa advice to Ministry of Education, Health and GC University Lahore.
  • Student visa will be issued for duration, likely to extend based on satisfactory performance, inclusive of security clearance.

Provinces other than Punjab/ Area Based Seat Allocation

The following seats are reserved for candidates from provinces other than Punjab or area-based, applicable only for Regular academic programs:

Province / Area No. of Seats
AJK 3
Balochistan 63
EX-FATA 28
Gilgit – Baltistan 3
Gwadar 3
KPK 3
Sindh 3
Tribal Areas of DG Khan 8

Candidates from other provinces may apply for admission through the following admission routes (these routes are not applicable to the BSc Electrical Engineering program):

Admission Route for Balochistan, AJK, Sindh, and Gilgit-Baltistan They are required to apply through the Nomination Board/ concerned authority of their respective province or region.
Admission Route for
KPK, Ex-FATA, and Tribal Areas of DG Khan		 Candidates from KPK, Ex-FATA and Tribal Areas of DG Khan are not required to obtain nomination from their Provincial Government. They are required to apply online through the admission portal at www.gcuonline.pk . The merit for reserved seats in these areas shall be determined according to the formula prescribed for Open Merit admissions.

The following conditions are mandatory to fulfill to apply under this category:

  1. The candidate must be a resident of the same province/region/area, a domicile is required as proof.
  2. Intermediate or equivalent education must be completed at educational institutions located within the relevant province/region/area where the applicant holds domicile.

Important Note for Provincial Quota:

Candidates who have studied their Intermediate/ equivalent from outside the province/ region/ area of their domicile are ineligible to apply for reserved seats.

A student may apply for migration if she/he meets the university open merit with following conditions:

  1. The students who are enrolled in BS Program in HEC recognized educationalinstitutions will be eligible for migration.

  2. The student's marks should not be below the University's open merit of the particularmajor. The academic certificates of the student will be examined by the EquivalenceCommittee. Migration will be allowed by the Registrar�s Office after therecommendation of the Academic Department and Equivalence Committee.

  3. The students admitted on migration basis are not eligible for university hostel.

  4. The students who are studying in 2 years graduation course are not eligible formigration.

  5. At the time of admission, full dues of the Semester are to be paid by the migratingstudents.

  6. The NOC and character certificate from the respective universities/colleges have tobe submitted by the students after approval of the Registrar.

  7. MS/MPhil student must fulfill the minimum admission eligibility criteria laid down bythe GC University Lahore & HEC along with above mentioned conditions.

However, his/her admission will be finalized after the evaluation of the courses studied by the student and for credit transfer by the concerned Departmental Academic Committee/Equivalence Committee/Controller of Examinations.