Shah Abdul Latif University
Also known as SALU
Shah Abdul Latif University is a public-sector university in Khairpur, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Khairpur |
|---|---|
| Province | Sindh |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.salu.edu.pk |
About
Shah Abdul Latif University is a public-sector university in Khairpur, Sindh, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Shah Abdul Latif University operates as a multi-faculty institution rather than a single-discipline school.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Khairpur Mir’s, Sindh.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Ed (Hons) Elementary Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| B.Ed (Hons) Elementary | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BBA Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BBA | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Accounting and Finance Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Accounting and Finance | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Archaeology Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Archaeology | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Banking and Finance Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Banking and Finance | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Biochemistry Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Biochemistry | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Botany Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Botany | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Business Administration Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Business Administration | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Chemistry Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Chemistry | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Commerce and Management Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Commerce and Management | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Computer Science Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Computer Science | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Economics Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Economics | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS English Language and Literature Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS English Language and Literature | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Gender Studies Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Gender Studies | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Geography Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Geography | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Information Technology Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Information Technology | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS International Relations Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS International Relations | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Islamic Studies Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Islamic Studies | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Mathematics Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Mathematics | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Media and Communication Studies Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Media and Communication Studies | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Microbiology Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Microbiology | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Pakistan Studies Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Pakistan Studies | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Peace and Conflict Studies Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Peace and Conflict Studies | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Physics Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Physics | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Political Science Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Political Science | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Public Administration Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Public Administration | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Sindhi Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Sindhi | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Sociology Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Sociology | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Software Engineering Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Software Engineering | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Special Education Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Special Education | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Statistics Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Statistics | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Urdu Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Urdu | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Zoology Merit | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| BS Zoology | 4 Years (BS) | — | |
| LLB Merit | 5 Years | — | |
| MBA Merit | 2 Years | — | |
| MBA | 2 Years | — | |
| Pharm-D Merit | 5 Years | — |
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 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. Public-sector seat allocation includes a domicile component, so where your domicile certificate was issued affects which quota you compete under at Shah Abdul Latif University.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
Shah Abdul Latif University 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: Khairpur Mir's, Sindh.
- Phone: +92-243-9280061-62
- Official website: salu.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shah Abdul Latif University recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Shah Abdul Latif University 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 Shah Abdul Latif University private or government?
Shah Abdul Latif University 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 Shah Abdul Latif University?
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 Shah Abdul Latif University 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 Shah Abdul Latif University located?
Shah Abdul Latif University is located in Khairpur, Sindh. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.salu.edu.pk.