Punjab University (PU) Admissions 2023 – Merit lists [Announced]
PU has announced the merits lists schedule for new admissions in 1st semester and 5th semester.
Punjab University has announced admissions for various undergraduate degree programs. Students who want to join this prestigious university for undergraduate or postgraduate programs or want to join certain departments starting from the 5th semester can apply now. The last date to apply is 7 August 2023.
Related: PU Merit List 2023
In this article, we will talk about the schedule and how you can apply. We will also discuss various degree programs or departments where you can apply for admissions.
Read: PU Results 2023 – University of Punjab
So without any further ado, let’s get right into it. If you don’t know how to apply or any other related information, do not worry; the Educator is here to the rescue!
Check: PU Merit Calculator 2023 [Formula]
PU Admissions schedule
So, here is the schedule for the PU admissions.
| Start date | 10 July 2023 |
| End date | 7 August 2023 |
As you can see, you do not have much time for this. The deadline is 7 August. You may ask yourself, 10 July to 7 August is a lot of time? But it is not.
You may want to prepare some documents or arrange other things. So if you start early and register as soon as possible, you will save yourself from a lot of stress.
1st merit list
| Date of announcement (regular) | 15 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 17 August 2023 |
| Date of the announcement (self) | 18 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 23 August 2023 |
2nd merit list
| Date of the announcement (regular) | 18 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 23 August 2023 |
| Date of the announcement (self) | 24 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 28 August 2023 |
3rd merit list
| Date of the announcement (regular) | 24 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 28 August 2023 |
| Date of the announcement (self) | 29 August 2023 |
| Last date of fee submission | 31 August 2023 |
Start of classes
| For regular admissions | 11 September 2023 |
| For self-finance admissions | 18 September 2023 |
How to apply?
So how do you get to apply to the Punjab University? The application process is simple. Here are the details.
- Take PU’s entry test. Here are the details for it: 2nd Entry test date for PU Undergraduate Admissions Announced
- Now that you have taken the test, you have to register online.
- Sign up on the web portal and fill in all the details correctly.
- If you are applying to 5th-semester classes, you can apply based on the latest results.
- After filling out the admission form, pay and upload the challan form.
- The entry test will have a weightage of 25%
You read the instructions; now, there is no longer excuse to wait. Apply now and ensure your admission to PU.
Departments where students can apply
There are a lot of departments where PU has announced these admissions. If you have trouble selecting a degree because you do not know about it, let me give you a small tour.
Also, I will tell you which department is offering admissions for the 5th semester.
Arts and Humanities
If you are interested in learning about history, philosophy, and other subjects that have been the fundamentals of our civil society, this is the department for you. Subjects like Pakistan studies, archaeology, and other languages will greatly benefit you in preparation for CSS and PMS.
| Departments | 1st Semester | 1st Sem (self) | 5th Semester | 5th sem (self) |
| Department of Archaeology | 67.20 % | – | 53.23% | – |
| Institute of English Studies | Science: 92.58% Arts: 81.66% | Science: 88.48% Arts: 67.86% | 69.98% | 61.16% |
| Department of French Language & Literature | 45.28% | – | – | – |
| Department of History & Pakistan Studies | Pakistan Studies: marks 1072.70 | Pakistan Studies: marks 866.80 | marks 742.15 | – |
| Department of Philosophy | 52.62% | – | 52.18% | – |
| Department of Sports Science s & Physical Education | 66.37 % | 59.00% | 61.00 % | 48.57 % |
| College of Art & Design | Fine Arts: 81.391% Graphics Arts: 68.545% Graphics Design: 75.474% Textile Design: 75.618 % B. Architecture: 69.08 % Musicology: 66.21% Sculpture: 51.164% Textile Design: 76.429% | 71.674% Graphics Arts: 54.942% Graphics Design: 50.091% Sculpture: 50.827% | Fine Arts: .54.176% | – |
Social and Behavioural Sciences
Man is a social animal, and knowledge about society and how it works will help you in many ways. Subjects like IR, Psychology, Criminology, and political science are a few of the many that come under this domain.
| Deparmtnet | 1st Sem | Department | 5th Sem | 5th Sem (Self) |
| Department of Political Science | 86.00% | Intl. Relation:84.17% | Political Sc: 68.00% | Intl. Relations: 67.00% |
| Department of Social Work | 71.38% | 54.87% | 54.77 % | – |
| Institute of Social & Cultural Studies | Sociology: 80.03% Public Health: 76.22% Criminology:76.00% Demography:50.97% Nutrition & Dietetics: 90.37% Work Place Health Promotion:65.33% | Sociology:.75.22% Public Health: 55.33% Criminology:.57.00% Nutrition & Dietitics:83.69% | Sociology: .63.00% | Sociology: 50.00% Criminology Security Studies: 55.00% |
| Department of Gender Studies | 63.00 % | 55.00 % | 55.00 % | – |
| Institute of Applied Psychology | 85.87% | 74.39% | 67.71% | 57.49% |
| Centre for Clinical Psychology | 91.97% | 87.25% | – | – |
Information and media studies
It is the age of media and information. If you know how to play with these, you are the boss. You can see how the information can be spread and be a boss in the narrative building. Why do you think media houses like CNN or BBC are so important? If you are interested, apply here.
| Department | 1st Sem | 1st Sem (self) | 5th sem | 5th sem (Self) |
| Department of Development Communication | Media and Development Communication:72.00% | Media and Development Communication:55.00% | – | – |
| Department of Digital Media | Digital Media and Communication: 79.35% | Digital Media and Communication:65.24% | – | – |
| Department of Communication & Media Research | Communication Studies: 79.06% | 64.09% | 68.50% | 56.72% |
| Department of Public Relations and Advertising | 66.66% | 55.00% | – | – |
| Institute of Information Management | 74.15 % | 57.53 % | 63.81 % | 47.95 % |
Commerce
The systems of this world are functional because people are making money. How are people or countries making money? Through commerce. If you are interested in a banking career, this is your field.
| Department | 1st Sem | 1st Sem (self) | 5th sem | 5th sem (self) |
| Hailey College of Commerce | (BS Commerce: I.Com: 83.49% F.Sc./ F.A: 77.98%) Accounting & Finance:82.86% E-commerce:74.57% Accounting & Taxation:66.86% | (BS Commerce: I.Com: 73.91% F.Sc./ F.A: 64.89% ) Accounting & Finance:67.91% E-commerce:53.94% Accounting & Taxation:44.59% | B.Com (ADC): 76.65% | B.Com (ADC): 62.35% |
| Hailey College of Banking & Finance | BBA (Hons.): 78.98% | – | BBA (2 Years): 63.32% | BBA (2 Years): 54.04% |
Business, Economics, and Administrative sciences
The explanation is the same as when we discussed commerce. But now, the angle to see the subject matter is different. It has more of an administrative ring to it. So if you see yourself in a manager position, go for these degrees.
| Dept | 1st sem | 1st sem (self) | 5th sem | 5th sem (self) |
| School of Economics | 76.87 % Business Economics: 60.20 % | 61.51 % 49.46 % | – | – |
| Institute of Administrative Sciences | Management: 80.98% | 66.84% | Management: 60.68% | Management: 50.68% |
| Institute of Business Administration | 88.59% | 81.93% | – | – |
| Institute of Business & Information Technology | BBIT: 86.726% | 81.949 % | – | – |
Electrical, Energy, and Environmental Engineering
Electrical engineering deals with electrical equipment. With the progress in computers and software, the scope of this subject has become vast. As far as energy is concerned, it is a global issue and will never run out of need or demand. We are also facing the issue of climate change, so industries will always need environmental engineers.
| Dept | 1st sem | 1st sem (self) | 5th sem (self) |
| Institute of Electrical, Electronic & Computer Engineering | Electrical Eng.: 66.052% | – | – |
| Institute of Energy & Environmental Engineering | Energy Engineering:45.636% According to the Punjab University Basic Admission Formula | Energy Engineering:50.632% According to the Punjab University Basic Admission Formula | Energy & Environmental Engineering 49.10% According to the Punjab University Basic Admission Formula |
Chemical and Materials Engineering
Everything is made of something; if you are curious about these materials, this field is for you. Industries often hire these engineers to ensure the best performance and R&D.
| Sr. No. | Colleges/ Institute/ Centers/ Department | B.Sc./B.S. (Hons.) 1st Semester Morning | B.Sc. (Hons.) 1st Semester Evening/ Replica/ Self Support | B.S. (Hons.) 5th Semester Morning | B.S. (Hons.) 5th Semester Evening/ Replica/ Self Support |
| 1. | Institute of Chemical Engineering & Technology | Chemical Engineering: 66.914% | 46.118 % | – | – |
| Chemical Engineering with Specialization (Petroleum & Gas Tech.) 63.859% | 48.143% | – | – | ||
| 2. | Institute of Metallurgy & Material Engineering | 45.26% | 43.73% | – | – |
Quality and Industrial systems Engineering
Industrial and systems engineers use analytics and critical decision-making skills to maximize intricate procedures, networks, investments, and organizations across almost all industries.
| Dept | 1st sem |
| Department of Industrial Engineering & Management | 61.039% |
Education
This is an ever-growing field. Pakistan is a country where you will need a lot of education experts to make our education system on par with international standards.
| Department | 1st sem | 1st sem self | 5th sem | 5th sem self |
| Institute of Special Education | 62.6300% | 49.67% | ||
| Institute of Education & Research | ||||
| Education Elementary | 73.10% | 57.39% | Education Elementary: 61.57% | 44.36% |
| Education Secondary | 72.55 % | 57.00 % | 61.75% | 52.17 % |
| Education Islamic | 58.08 % | 42.04% | 48.35 % | – |
| Education Science | 72.00 % | 48.00 % | 50.00 % | – |
| Business Education | 75.72 % | 63.25 % | a) B.A/B.Sc.: 68.13 % b) B.Com: 56.36 % | 50.89 % 50.30 % |
| Technology Education | 56.43 % | 43.798 % | 51.83 % | – |
| Educational Research & Assessment | 54.84 % | 46.65 % | 44.63 % | – |
| English (Applied Linguistics) | 84.62 % | 72.74 % | B.A With English Literature: 41.95 % B.A General Group: 51.43 % | 48.37 % |
| Early Childhood Education | 61.75% | 42.39 % | 54.70 % | – |
| B.Ed (1.5) | – | – | – | 40.00% |
Islamic Studies
Islam is a way of life for all Muslims all around the world. It is the ultimate truth, and if you want to study more about this truth, this department is made for you. The faculty has top scholars who will help you get the best education.
| Dept | 1st sem | 1st sem self | 5th sem |
| Institute of Islamic Studies | Specialization Hadith & Uloom ul Hadith: 75.39% | marks 578.54 | |
| Sheikh Zayed Islamic Centre | Boys:60.00% Girls: 65.75% | Boys:50.00% Girls: 55.00% | Boys:53.03 % Girls: 60.66% |
Life Sciences
Knowledge about biology is the key to understanding life or how life works. So if you want to learn the complex mechanisms of living beings, join this faculty.
| Dept | 1st sem | 1st sem self | 5th sem | 5th sem self |
| Institute of Botany | 85.720 % | 78.520 % | 75.402 % | 55.629 % |
| Institute of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics | 90.750% | – | – | – |
| Institute of Zoology | 86.41% | 62.68% | 70.06% | 53.76% |
| School of Biochemistry & Biotechnology | Bio-technology:90.28% Bio-chemistry:89.90% | – | Biochemistry:59.00 % | – |
LLB
| Department | LLB (05 years) Annual System Morning |
| University Law College * Entry test for LLB (05 years) is mandatory | Group A 90.89 % Group B 87.45% |
Agricultural Sciences
Pakistan is an agricultural country, so it is no rocket science that agricultural sciences will always be an in-demand skill. Especially after we run out of natural gas, the price of fertilizers will increase the price of crops 12 times.
In those times, agriculture will become a booming business for capitalists, and agricultural scientists will become rich.
| Dept | 1st semester |
| Institute of Agriculture Sciences | 83.63% |
| Department of Food Sciences | 89.08% |
Oriental Learning
Oriental studies is the academic discipline that examines communities and cultures in the Near and Far East, as well as languages, peoples, history, and archaeology. In recent years, the discipline has frequently been renamed Middle Eastern studies or Asian studies.
| Department | 1st sem | 5th sem |
| Department of Arabic | 41.71 % | 55.99% |
| Department of Kashmir Studies | 43.49 % | 49.10% |
| Department of Persian | 58.00% | 61.00% |
| Institute of Punjabi and Cultural Studies | 39.79% | 56.88% |
| Institute of Urdu Language & Literature | Urdu Advance: 43.47% Other Language: 73.70% | As Urdu Elective: 53.82% As other Language Elective: 52.53% Urdu optional:43.58% |
Sciences
If you want to learn how basic things work, this department is for you. Also, the education department is always in need of such graduates.
| Dept | 1st Sem | 1st sem Self | 5th sem | 5th sem Self |
| Department of Mathematics | 88.83 % | 69.90% | 72.39 % | 53.21 % |
| Department of Physics | 86.28% | 60.76 % | Open Merit: 78.48% PU Graduates:74.39% | |
| Department of Space Science | 71.10% | 65.50% | ||
| Centre for High Energy Physics (Computational Physics) | 75.53% | 52.45% | PU Graduate: 61.91% Open Merit: 63.56% | PU Graduate: 56.42% |
| College of Statistical & Actuarial Sciences | Statistics: 72.421 % Biostatistics: 47.067% | Statistics: 54.740 % | Statistics: 56.378% | Statistics: 51.503 % |
| School of Chemistry | 91.08 % | 88.00 % | 75.00 % | 54.00 % |
Geo-sciences
Geoscience is about much more than rocks and volcanoes; it is about the mechanisms that generate and shape the Earth’s surface, the resources of nature that we consume, and how water and ecosystems interact.
| Dept | 1st Sem | 1st sem Self | 5th sem | 5th sem Self |
| College of Earth & Environmental Sciences | Environmental Sc: 84.97% Hydrology & Water Resources Management:52.22% Tourism & Hospitality Management:58.11% | 69.93% 51.15 % | HWRM: 51.04 % Tourism & Hospitality Management 54.67 % | 53.02 % |
| Institute of Geology | Applied Geology: 43.26% | |||
| Centre for Geographical Information System (CIGS) | 68.81% | 43.43% | 49.99% | 23.34% |
| Centre for Integrated Mountain Research | Disaster Management: 58.00% | |||
| Department of Geography | 71.87% | 41.83% | 57.02% |
Computing and IT
Computer science generally relates to designing and constructing computers and computer applications. Information technology, on the other hand, relates to the upkeep and troubleshooting of computers and associated networks, systems, and data.
| Department | 1st sem | 1st sem self |
| Software Engineering | 91.30% | – |
| Computer Science | 92.04% | – |
| Information Technology | 90.76% | – |
| Data Sciences | 90.47% | 89.25% |
Gujranwala Campus
Gujranwala campus has also announced the admissions for different programs. You can check them out in the advertisement we have provided in this article.
| Dept | 1st sem | 1st sem self | 5th sem | 5th sem self |
| Department of Business Administration | BBA (Hons.): 73.02% | BBA:42.14% | ||
| Department of Banking & Finance | BBA (B&F): 69.51 % | BBA (B&F): 53.09% | ||
| BS (Accounting & Finance) | BS (A & F) 64.49% | 39.81% | ||
| Department of Commerce | BS Commerce 50.17% (Non-Commerce): 39.61% | BS Commerce: 43.27% Non-Commerce: 58.91% | B.Com PU: 45.45% B.Com Open Merit : 53.81% | B.Com PU: 52.48% B.Com Open Merit : 47.98% |
| Department of Information | BS CS: 87.56 % | |||
| Technology | BS IT: 84.78 % | |||
| Department of English | BS English Humanities: | |||
| (Humanities) | 64.92% BS English Sciences:83.07 % | 52.42% 56.19% | ||
| Department of Law * Entry test for LLB (05 years) is mandatory | LLB (05 Years): 85.18% | 78.47 % |
Jehlum Campus
Jehlum campus has announced admissions in Business and administration, MS English, and CS degrees.
| Dept | 1st Sem | 1st sem self | ||
| Department of Computer Science | BS CS: | 76.31 | ||
| Department of Business Administration | BBA | :62.45% | ||
| Department of English | English (F.Sc.): 68.09 % English FA:41.79 % | |||
| Department of Commerce | Commerce: 53.63% Non-Commerce: 36.86% | 40.72% 42.64% | ||
| Accounting & Finance | 55.57% | 40.72% | ||
| Department of Law * Entry test for LLB (05 years) is mandatory | LLB (05 years): 63.07% | LLB (05 years):63.87% | ||
| Management | BSM: 58.01% | 41.57% | ||
Pharm-D
Pharmacy is one of the most prestigious programs at PU. You can say that they have been pioneers of this profession in Pakistan.
| Colleges/ Institute/ Centers/ Department | Pharm-D Morning | Pharm-D Evening/ Replica/Self Support |
| Punjab University College of Pharmacy (5 Years Program) | 93.86 % | 94.11 % |
Conclusion
Admissions for undergraduate degree programs at Punjab University are currently available, with various interesting student prospects. Punjab University offers a lively academic atmosphere backed by distinguished staff and contemporary facilities, with various departments and degree programs.
Keep in mind that the last date to apply is 7 August 2023
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Don’t pass up this opportunity to further your educational and professional ambitions. Submit your application by the deadline to begin a rewarding adventure at Punjab University. Your future begins here. Apply today to realize your full potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for Panjab University admission 2023?
The last date to apply is 7 August 2023
Is Punjab University admission open 2023?
The admissions in PU are now OPEN.
How can I apply for PU Lahore?
Sign up on the web portal, pay the challan fee, and submit the documents. Do not forget to take their entry tests.
How much is the entry test fee for PU?
The test fee is 1500 PKR
What is the rank of Punjab University 2023?
PU ranks number 4 in Pakistan.
