Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design
Also known as PIFD
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design is a public-sector institute in Lahore, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Lahore |
|---|---|
| Province | Punjab |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | Institute |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.pifd.edu.pk/ |
About
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design is a public-sector institute in Lahore, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Art, design and architecture are the focus at Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design, where admission usually turns on portfolio review rather than entry-test scores alone.
Location and Address
The institution is located at 51-J/3, Johar Town, Lahore.
Degree Programs
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 Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design about PCATP status if architecture is your intended field. As a public-sector institution, fees are generally lower than at private institutions, and merit competition is correspondingly higher.
Applying in Punjab
Public-sector engineering admission in Punjab runs through the ECAT administered by UET Lahore, while medical and dental admission uses the national MDCAT. Punjab operates one of the country’s largest public university systems, so applicants typically hold offers from several institutions at once and should compare merit positions before accepting. 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 Fashion & Design.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design 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. For architecture, PCATP accreditation is the programme-level check.
Disciplines
Contact Details
- Address: 51-J/3, Johar Town, Lahore.
- Phone: +92-42 99232951-57
- Official website: pifd.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design 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 Fashion & Design private or government?
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design 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 Fashion & Design?
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 Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design 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 Fashion & Design located?
Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design is located in Lahore, Punjab. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.pifd.edu.pk.