Kalam Bibi International Women Institute, Bannu

Kalam Bibi International Women Institute is a public-sector institute in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.

Quick Facts

LocationBannu
ProvinceKPK
Private or GovernmentPublic (Government)
Institution TypeInstitute
HEC RecognitionHEC Recognized
Websitehttps://www.kiwi.edu.pk

About

Kalam Bibi International Women Institute, Bannu is a public-sector institute in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan. It is a women-only institution, part of the network of dedicated women’s institutions that widen access to higher education in Pakistan.

Kalam Bibi International Women Institute is a general institution teaching across multiple faculties.

Location and Address

The institution is located at Bannu Township-Bannu, Khyber Pakhunkhwa, Pakistan.

Degree Programs and Fee Structure

Program Duration Eligibility Fees per semester
B.Ed Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 1.5 Years 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Aesthetic and Skincare Technology Semester fees published range from 34,700 to 36,400. 34,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Biology Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Botany Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Computer Science Semester fees published range from 16,700 to 20,400. 16,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Dental Technology Semester fees published range from 34,700 to 36,400. 34,700 (Fall 2026)
BS English Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Home Economics Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Nursing Semester fees published range from 56,700 to 64,900. 56,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Psychology Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Radiology Technology Semester fees published range from 29,700 to 31,400. 29,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Sociology Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Surgical Technology (Allied Health Sciences) Semester fees published range from 29,700 to 31,400. 29,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Urdu Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)
BS Zoology Semester fees published range from 13,700 to 16,400. 13,700 (Fall 2026)

Admissions

Undergraduate admission is normally based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, with many institutions adding an entry test or interview. Postgraduate admission commonly requires GAT or an institutional equivalent. Requirements, closing dates and merit criteria change each cycle, so treat the institution’s own admissions page as authoritative. As a public-sector institution, fees are generally lower than at private institutions, and merit competition is correspondingly higher.

Applying in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, entry testing for public-sector engineering and medical admission is conducted by the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA), alongside the national MDCAT for medical and dental programmes. ETEA test dates are announced provincially and often fall earlier than admission deadlines elsewhere, so applicants from other provinces should check the schedule well in advance. Because Kalam Bibi International Women Institute is in the public sector, seats are allocated partly on a domicile basis. Applicants holding a domicile from outside the province should check how many open-merit seats are available before applying.

HEC Recognition and Accreditation

The Higher Education Commission lists Kalam Bibi International Women Institute 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. Applicants should confirm programme-level accreditation with the relevant council directly.

Contact Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kalam Bibi International Women Institute recognized by HEC?

Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Kalam Bibi International Women Institute 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 Kalam Bibi International Women Institute private or government?

Kalam Bibi International Women Institute is a public-sector institution. Public institutions generally charge lower fees than private ones because they receive government funding, and admission is correspondingly more competitive on merit.

What entry test is required for admission to Kalam Bibi International Women Institute?

Requirements vary by programme. Most undergraduate intakes are based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, and many institutions add their own entry test or interview. 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 Kalam Bibi International Women Institute 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 Kalam Bibi International Women Institute located?

Kalam Bibi International Women Institute is located in Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.kiwi.edu.pk.