FAST-NUCES, one of Pakistan's most competitive universities for computer science and engineering, has been rolling out its Fall 2026 entry test results and merit lists — and if you're still waiting to hear back, the process isn't necessarily over after the first round.
Why FAST Admission Is Worth Understanding Closely
With an acceptance rate around 13%, FAST-NUCES is one of the hardest undergraduate admissions to secure in Pakistan, particularly for Computer Science and AI programs. Thousands of students compete annually for a limited number of seats across its five campuses, which makes understanding exactly how your score translates into a seat just as important as your raw performance on test day.
How to Check Your Result
- Visit the official portal at nu.edu.pk or the dedicated results page at result.admissions.nu.edu.pk.
- Click on the Result tab.
- Select your program level — Undergraduate or Postgraduate.
- Enter your Admit Card number and Roll Number.
- Submit to view your aggregate score, merit position, and admission status.
How FAST Calculates Your Merit
| Component | Approximate Weight |
|---|---|
| Matric (SSC) marks | 10% |
| Intermediate (FSc/HSSC) marks | 40% |
| Entry Test Score (NU Test, NAT, or SAT) | 50% |
Closing Merit: What You're Actually Competing Against
Based on recent closing merit patterns, competitive programs require aggregates in this general range:
- BS Computer Science (Lahore): approximately 74% aggregate
- BS Computer Science (Islamabad): approximately 73% aggregate
- BS Artificial Intelligence (Lahore): among the most competitive, around 75%+ aggregate
These figures shift slightly each year based on applicant pool and seat availability, so treat them as a general benchmark rather than a guaranteed cutoff.
What Happens After Each Merit List
- First merit list candidates must download their fee challan, submit their admission fee, and complete document verification within the deadline given.
- If seats remain vacant after the first list's deadline passes — due to candidates not confirming or withdrawing — a second merit list is issued.
- This process repeats for a third and occasionally fourth list, depending on how many seats remain open across programs and campuses.
- Selected candidates each round face the same fee and verification deadline, so missing it releases the seat to the next list.
Final Thoughts
Whether you've already secured a spot or are still waiting on a later merit list, understanding FAST's rolling admission process — rather than treating the first list as the final word — is the difference between giving up too early and actually getting in. Keep your login details handy, check regularly, and move quickly on fee submission the moment you're selected on any list.
Official source: FAST-NUCES Admissions Portal
