National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences : Rankings, Fees & Courses Details

About National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences

Founded as a Federally Chartered University in July 2000, the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences is a premiere University of Pakistan, renowned for quality and impact of its students in the development of local software and other industries. The university has five modern campuses at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar and Chiniot-Faisalabad. These campuses provide world class educational environment and recreational facilities to about over 11,000 students, around one quarter are female and over 500 skilled faculty members. The National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences is the first multi-campus private sector university of Pakistan

The five campuses, individually as well as collectively, have established leadership position due to the splendid vision of an enlightened management and tireless efforts of a highly qualified faculty. Over the years NUCES-FAST has become the hallmark of excellence in academic arena, domestic market and international community.

Research wings of the university are well recognized, nationally and internationally. They are embarked upon cutting edge research having direct impact on the social, economic and technological needs of Pakistan. Our vision is to become a globally recognized research university of Pakistan within the next decade.

About National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences

Founded as a Federally Chartered University in July 2000, the National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences is a premiere University of Pakistan, renowned for quality and impact of its students in the development of local software and other industries. The university has five modern campuses at Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar and Chiniot-Faisalabad. These campuses provide world class educational environment and recreational facilities to about over 11,000 students, around one quarter are female and over 500 skilled faculty members. The National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences is the first multi-campus private sector university of Pakistan

The five campuses, individually as well as collectively, have established leadership position due to the splendid vision of an enlightened management and tireless efforts of a highly qualified faculty. Over the years NUCES-FAST has become the hallmark of excellence in academic arena, domestic market and international community.

Research wings of the university are well recognized, nationally and internationally. They are embarked upon cutting edge research having direct impact on the social, economic and technological needs of Pakistan. Our vision is to become a globally recognized research university of Pakistan within the next decade.

University information

Total students

15,522

UG students

83%

PG students

17%

Total faculty staff

642

Domestic staff

97%

Int'l staff

3%

Cost of Living

Accomodation

$910

(Approx. amount)

Food

$1,040

(Approx. amount)

Transport

$80

(Approx. amount)

Utilities

$1,490

(Approx. amount)

Scholarships

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Rankings & Ratings

National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences is one of the top private universities in Islamabad, Pakistan. It is ranked #401-450 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2025.