Women University Mardan
Women University Mardan is a public-sector university in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Mardan |
|---|---|
| Province | KPK |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://www.wumardan.edu.pk |
About
Women University Mardan is a public-sector university in Mardan, 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.
Women University Mardan is a general institution teaching across multiple faculties.
Location and Address
The institution is located at PO Box 1212, Canal Road Mardan, KP, [email protected], [email protected].
Degree Programs and Fee Structure
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees whole programme |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Ed | 1.5 years | BS/MA/MSc (16 years of education) with at least 45% marks. | — |
| BBA | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 205,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Aesthetic and Skin Care Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Anesthesia Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Anthropology | 4 years | — | |
| BS Archeology | 4 years | — | |
| BS Bio-Chemistry (Subsidized) | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Biotechnology | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Botany | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Cardiology Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Chemistry | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Computer Science | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Dental Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Design | 4 years | — | |
| BS Economics | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 205,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Education | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 293,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS English | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 293,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Fashion Design | 4 years | — | |
| BS Fine Arts | 4 years | — | |
| BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Islamic Studies | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 293,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Mathematics | 4 years | 236,350 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Medical Imaging Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Medical Laboratory Technology | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Microbiology | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Physics | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| BS Political Science | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 293,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Psychology | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 324,400 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Speech and Language Pathology (Allied Health Sciences) | 4 years | HSSC/FSc Pre-Medical or an IBCC-equivalent qualification with at least 50% marks. | 539,000 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Urdu | 4 years | Intermediate or equivalent with at least 45% marks in aggregate (50% for BBA); associate degree in a relevant subject with minimum CGPA 2.0 for BS 5th-semester entry. | 293,950 (Fall 2026) |
| BS Zoology | 4 years | 324,400 (Fall 2026) | |
| Masters of Public Health | — | ||
| MS / M.Phil Psychology | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS / MPhil Botany | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Biotechnology | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Chemistry | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Economics | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Education | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Islamic Studies | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Mathematics | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Physics | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Political Science | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Urdu | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| MS/MPhil Zoology | 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%. | — | |
| PhD Chemistry | 18 years of education with a minimum CGPA 3.0 in semester system or 1st division in annual system; qualified GAT (Subject) or university departmental test with minimum 60%. | — | |
| PhD Urdu | 18 years of education with a minimum CGPA 3.0 in semester system or 1st division in annual system; qualified GAT (Subject) or university departmental test with minimum 60%. | — |
Admissions
Admission Requirements
- MS programs: 16 years of education with a minimum CGPA 2.5 in semester system or 2nd division in annual system; qualified GAT (General) or university departmental test with minimum 50%.
- PhD programs: 18 years of education with a minimum CGPA 3.0 in semester system or 1st division in annual system; qualified GAT (Subject) or university departmental test with minimum 60%.
These apply to every program at that level. Requirements specific to a program are in the Eligibility column of the Degree Programs table.
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 Women University Mardan 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 Women University Mardan 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
- Address: PO Box 1212, Canal Road Mardan, KP, [email protected], [email protected]
- Phone: +937 871 416
- Official website: wumardan.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Women University Mardan recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists Women University Mardan 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 Women University Mardan private or government?
Women University Mardan 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 Women University Mardan?
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 Women University Mardan 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 Women University Mardan located?
Women University Mardan is located in Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is www.wumardan.edu.pk.