Pakistan Institute of Development Economics
Also known as PIDE
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics is a public-sector institute in Islamabad, Islamabad, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Islamabad |
|---|---|
| Province | Islamabad |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | Institute |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.pide.org.pk/ |
About
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics is a public-sector institute in Islamabad, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Business, management and economics are the focus at Pakistan Institute of Development Economics.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE), Quaid-i-Azam University Campus, P.O. Box. 1091, Islamabad, 44000, Pakistan.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Philosophy in Econometrics | 2 years (one-year extension possible) | MA/MSc in Econometrics, Statistics, Economics or Mathematics, or 4-year BS in Economics/Statistics/Mathematics; admission test and interview. | — |
| MPhil Business Economics | 2 years | 16 years of education (4-year bachelor or master) in the relevant discipline with minimum CGPA 2.50/4.00 or 2nd division; admission test / HEC GRE-HAT, interview. Minimum 50% in HEC GRE/HAT. | — |
| MPhil Development Studies | 2 years (one-year extension possible) | Master's and/or four-year BA/BSc with 2.5 CGPA out of 4.00 in any field. | — |
| MPhil Economics | 2-3 years | 16 years of education (4-year bachelor or master) in the relevant discipline with minimum CGPA 2.50/4.00 or 2nd division; admission test / HEC GRE-HAT, interview. | — |
| MPhil Environmental Economics | 2 years | Master in Economics/Agricultural Economics or BS (Hons) with Economics, Biology or Environmental Sciences, minimum 2nd division or CGPA 2.50. | — |
| MPhil Public Policy Governance | 3 years | Master's and/or four-year BA/BSc with 2.5 CGPA out of 4.00 in any field. | — |
| MS Project Management | 1.5 years (one-year extension possible) | — | |
| PhD Development Studies | 3-8 years | MPhil or equivalent in Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics or related field with 1st division / CGPA 3.00; HEC GRE/HAT, interview. | — |
| PhD Econometrics | 3 years (minimum) | MPhil (relevant discipline) with at least 3.0 CGPA (1st division) from an HEC-recognised institution; admission test, interview, research proposal. | — |
| PhD Economics | 3-6 years | MPhil (Economics or relevant discipline) with at least 3.0 CGPA (1st division) from an HEC-recognised institution; admission test, interview, research proposal. | — |
| PhD Public Policy Governance | 3-8 years | MPhil or equivalent in Public Policy, Economics or related field with 1st division / CGPA 3.00; PIDE admission test, interview. | — |
Admissions
Business admission generally rests on HSSC or A-Level results plus an institutional aptitude test, with some institutions accepting NTS or their own equivalent. Graduate admission commonly requires GAT or an in-house test. Because business schools are not subject to a single statutory accreditor in the way engineering and medicine are, prospective students should weigh factors the HEC record does not capture — faculty qualifications, placement outcomes and industry links — by asking Pakistan Institute of Development Economics directly. As a public-sector institution, fees are generally lower than at private institutions, and merit competition is correspondingly higher.
Applying in Islamabad
Islamabad institutions draw applicants nationally rather than from a single provincial catchment, and federally chartered institutions commonly reserve seats across all provinces and territories. Admission tests are usually institution-specific, with the national MDCAT applying to medical and dental programmes. Public-sector seat allocation includes a domicile component, so where your domicile certificate was issued affects which quota you compete under at Pakistan Institute of Development Economics.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics holds Higher Education Commission recognition. That status confirms the institution is chartered and empowered to award degrees whose attestation the HEC will process. 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
- Address: Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE),, Quaid-i-Azam University Campus,, P.O. Box. 1091, Islamabad,, 44000, Pakistan.
- Phone: +92-51-9248074; +92-51-9248065
- Official website: pide.org.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pakistan Institute of Development Economics recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Pakistan Institute of Development Economics 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 Pakistan Institute of Development Economics private or government?
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics 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 Pakistan Institute of Development Economics?
Business programmes usually require an institutional aptitude test or an accepted equivalent such as NTS, alongside HSSC or A-Level results. 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 Pakistan Institute of Development Economics 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 Pakistan Institute of Development Economics located?
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics is located in Islamabad, Islamabad. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.pide.org.pk.