Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture is a private-sector school in Karachi, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Karachi |
|---|---|
| Province | Sindh |
| Private or Government | Private |
| Institution Type | School |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.indusvalley.edu.pk/ |
About
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture is a private-sector school in Karachi, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture works in art, design and architecture — disciplines assessed on portfolio and studio work as much as on written examination.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Street 33, Block 2, Scheme-5, Clifton, Karachi.75600, +92-21-111-111-487 Ext: 201, +92-21-35861055.
Degree Programs and Fee Structure
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees per semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS Architecture B.Arch | 5 years | — | |
| BS Communication Design | 4 years | — | |
| BS Fashion Design | 4 years | — | |
| BS Fine Art | 4 years | — | |
| BS Interior Design | 4 years | — | |
| BS Textile Design | 4 years | — | |
| MPhil Art and Design | 2 years | 16 years of education including a four-year undergraduate degree with minimum CGPA 2.5; IVS admission test (GAT with at least 75% accepted); portfolio and interview. | 502,800 (2026-27) |
Admissions
Admission to art, design and architecture programmes normally turns on a portfolio and an aptitude or studio test rather than HSSC marks alone. Architecture carries an additional requirement: to practise, a graduate must register with the Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners, which accredits architecture programmes separately. Ask Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture about PCATP status if architecture is your intended field. As a private-sector institution, fees are set institutionally rather than by government schedule, and can differ substantially between programmes — ask for the full per-semester schedule, not just the first instalment.
Applying in Sindh
Sindh institutions commonly use their own admission tests or accept NTS, with medical and dental admission governed by the national MDCAT. Karachi and Hyderabad concentrate most of the province’s higher-education capacity, and competition for public-sector seats there is correspondingly heavy.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
The Higher Education Commission lists Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture as a recognised institution. Recognition means the HEC accepts the institution as competent to award degrees, and that its degrees can be attested and treated as valid for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. For architecture, PCATP accreditation is the programme-level check.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: Street 33, Block 2, Scheme-5, Clifton, Karachi.75600, +92-21-111-111-487 Ext: 201,+92-21-35861055
- Phone: +92-21-35861039-40
- Official website: indusvalley.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture as a recognised institution, which means its degrees can be attested by the HEC and are accepted for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition applies to the institution; individual programmes may additionally require accreditation from a professional council.
Is Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture private or government?
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture is a private-sector institution. Private institutions set their own fee schedules rather than following a government scale, so ask for the complete per-semester cost across the full degree rather than only the first instalment.
What entry test is required for admission to Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture?
Art, design and architecture admission normally turns on a portfolio and studio or aptitude test rather than HSSC marks alone. Confirm the current requirement on the institution's own admissions page, since criteria and closing dates change each cycle.
Does HEC recognition mean every programme at Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture is accredited?
No. HEC recognition confirms the institution is chartered to award degrees. Individual programmes in regulated fields need separate accreditation — the Pakistan Engineering Council for engineering, PMDC for medicine and dentistry, the Pakistan Bar Council for law, NCEAC for computing. A programme can sit inside a recognised institution without holding that professional accreditation, so check the specific programme before enrolling.
Where is Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture located?
Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture is located in Karachi, Sindh. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.indusvalley.edu.pk.