Timeline
Four dates that shape your year
Applications open
Mar 1, 2026
Applications close
May 15, 2026
Results announced
Jul 1, 2026
Period begins
Sep 1, 2026
02 — Eligibility
Who can apply
Ensure you qualify on core disciplines, citizenship status, and credential requirements.
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Pakistani citizen
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For BSc
FSc pre-engineering with minimum 80% marks
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For MSc/PhD
relevant degree with strong academic record
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Pass PIEAS entry test
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Security clearance (for nuclear-related programmes)
Who this is NOT for
- Short-term residency seekers: Candidates looking for conference or travel support rather than active degree enrollment.
- Remote learners: Students planning to attend online degree modules from Pakistan.
- U.S. Dual Citizens: Dual nationals holding U.S. citizenship (for U.S. study grants).
- Late planners: Those unable to commit 9–12 months of early preparation for visa and document assembly.
03 — Documents
Required credentials
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PIEAS admission form
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Academic transcripts
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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CNIC
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Domicile
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Photographs
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
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Entry test result
Mandatory verification credential required for the application portfolio.
04 — The pipeline
Narrative steps, four acts
Most candidates underestimate how much prep work is done before the online form opens. Follow this structured chronological timeline to plan deliberately.
Apply for PIEAS admission...
Apply for PIEAS admission (typically advertised in newspapers)
Take the PIEAS entry test
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Shortlisted candidates attend interview
Follow the official playbook instructions to complete this step.
Admitted students receive automatic...
Admitted students receive automatic full funding
Sign service bond agreement...
Sign service bond agreement (for some programmes)
Get the free application checklist (PDF)
A comprehensive, printable spreadsheet checklist mapping milestones, required essays, references, and deadline checks.
05 — Answered
Frequently asked questions
Is PIEAS only for nuclear studies?
No, PIEAS also offers programmes in mechanical, electrical, computer science, and medical physics.
Is employment guaranteed?
For nuclear engineering graduates, yes — PAEC provides guaranteed employment.
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