University of Engineering & Technology, Peshawar
Also known as UET Peshawar
The principal engineering university of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, founded 1952 as a college of the University of Peshawar and chartered independently in 1980. Campuses across the province offering engineering, architecture and computing from BSc to PhD.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1952 |
|---|---|
| Location | Peshawar |
| Province | KPK |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | https://uetpeshawar.edu.pk/ |
| Campuses | 7 |
About
The University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar is the principal engineering university of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, operating a multi-campus network across the province and offering engineering, architecture and computing programmes from bachelor’s through doctoral level.
Degree Programs
Teaching is organised into four faculties: Civil, Agricultural & Mining Engineering; Electrical & Computer Engineering; Mechanical, Chemical & Industrial Engineering; and Architecture, Allied Sciences & Humanities.
The catalogue covers civil, mining, agricultural, electrical, mechanical, industrial, chemical, mechatronics and computer systems engineering, along with computer science and a five-year Bachelor of Architecture. Most engineering departments offer the full progression from BSc through MSc to PhD. Agricultural engineering is a notable distinction — few Pakistani engineering universities offer it, and it is directly relevant to a province where agriculture remains economically central.
This university offers 9 engineering programmes. PEC accreditation is granted to a specific programme at a specific university — a degree accredited elsewhere is not automatically accredited here — so confirm the status of your chosen programme directly with the Pakistan Engineering Council before enrolling.
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Architecture | 5 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Agricultural Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Chemical Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Civil Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Computer Science | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Computer Systems Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Electronics | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Industrial Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Mechanical Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Mechatronics and Control Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| BS Mining Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
| MS Chemical Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MS Civil Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MS Computer Science | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MS Electrical Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MS Mechanical Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MS Mining Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MSc Agricultural Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MSc Computer Systems Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MSc Industrial Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| MSc Mechatronics and Control Engineering | 2 years | A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview. | — |
| PhD Agricultural Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Chemical Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Civil Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Computer Science | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Computer Systems Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Electrical Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Industrial Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Mechanical Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Mechatronics and Control Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| PhD Mining Engineering | 3-5 years | A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal. | — |
| BS Electrical Engineering | 4 years | FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance. | — |
Admissions
Admission Requirements
- BS programs: FSc Pre-Engineering or an equivalent qualification, plus the engineering entrance test used by the university. Merit combines intermediate results with test performance.
- MSc and MS programs: A relevant 16-year engineering or science degree, plus the university's postgraduate admission test and interview.
- PhD programs: A relevant 18-year qualification (MSc/MS/MPhil) with a strong academic record, plus the doctoral admission test, interview and research proposal.
These apply to every program at that level. Requirements specific to a program are in the Eligibility column of the Degree Programs table.
History
The institution began in 1952 as a constituent engineering college of the University of Peshawar. In 1980 it was granted its own charter as an independent engineering university. It operated as the NWFP University of Engineering and Technology until 2010, when the province was renamed Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the university’s name changed accordingly — which is why older references and documents still carry the NWFP designation.
Disciplines
Rankings
| Provider | Ranking | Year | Overall Rank | Subject Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QS | QS World University Rankings by Subject | 2026 | Engineering: 251-400 |
Campuses
Unusually among Pakistani engineering universities, UET Peshawar operates a deliberately distributed campus network intended to widen access to professional education across the province rather than concentrating it in the provincial capital. Alongside the main Peshawar campus, it runs campuses at Abbottabad, Bannu, Jalozai, Nowshera, Kohat and Mardan.
The Bannu campus, for example, was established specifically to increase access to engineering education in southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Programme availability differs substantially between campuses — several disciplines run only at Peshawar — so confirm with the specific campus before applying.
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Peshawar Campus (Main)
— Peshawar
University Campus, Peshawar -
Abbottabad Campus
— Abbottabad
Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -
Bannu Campus
— Bannu
Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -
Jalozai Campus
— Nowshera
Jalozai, Nowshera District -
Nowshera Campus
— Nowshera
Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -
Kohat Campus
— Kohat
Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa -
Mardan Campus
— Mardan
Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Contact Details
- Address: University Campus, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- Official website: uetpeshawar.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Engineering & Technology recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists University of Engineering & Technology 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 University of Engineering & Technology private or government?
University of Engineering & Technology 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 University of Engineering & Technology?
Engineering admission normally requires an entry test — the ECAT in Punjab, an ETEA test in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, or an institutional test elsewhere — alongside HSSC pre-engineering 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 University of Engineering & Technology 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 University of Engineering & Technology located?
University of Engineering & Technology is located in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is uetpeshawar.edu.pk.