All you need to know about securing admission to Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (Undergraduate)

Located in the scenic Topu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan, Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (commonly referred to as GIKI) is one of the most prestigious engineering institutes of Pakistan. The university was established in 1993 by the former President of Pakistan, Ghulam Ishaq Khan. GIKI is considered as the top-ranked university in Pakistan by Higher Education Commission (HEC) and has been ranked as a top-tier university by QS Global Ranking.

The university is a private and independently chartered and is managed by the private sector.

The admission procedure at GIKI is highly competitive; therefore, we have sorted and listed down all you need to know about securing admission at GIKI.

All you need to know about GIKI Admissions

GIKI is known for engineering, technology, and sciences but also offers programs in social sciences and humanities disciplines. For each program, there is a set of eligibility criteria that a student is required to meet.

Here are some of the most important details that the candidates need to know before sending their application to GIKI.

Undergraduate programs

How to Apply

• Go to the website of GIKI - http://admissions.giki.edu.pk
• Register, Log in and fill the application form.
• Upload a recent photograph with a blue background
• There is an option for students to apply for scholarships or loans alongside admission applications.
• Loan option - Apply online for Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF), Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, FATA scholarships, and Financial Assistance (Interest-Free Loan). The remaining scholarships can be applied for after joining the Institute.
• The scholarship continues on the basis of student’s performance.
• Print Bank Challan. (Processing Fee: Rs. 5500 for single test and Rs. 6500 for both tests, add Rs. 500 if applying for Financial Assistance)
• Print Bank Challan. (Processing Fee: Rs. 5500 for single test and Rs. 6500 for both tests, add Rs. 500 if applying for Financial Assistance)
• Make payment in Bank and Fill in paid bank challan details in your profile.
• Reach test center with Admit Card, original Matric/O-Level Certificate, and Paid challan GIK Copy on the date and time printed on your Admit Card.
• Check entry test result online.
• Send check-listed documents to the admission office in case of admission is offered.
• Keep visiting your profile for any updates before and after Entry Test.

Processing fees can be paid online

 

Account Title: GIK Institute HBL A/C No.

00427991707703 for payment in Pak Rupees (PKR). IBAN #:  PK  70 HABB 0019   7900 0008   5901

OR

For Payment in US $:

IBAN / Account Number :	PK  70 HABB 0019   7900 0008   5901
Name on the Bank Account:	G.I.K Institute Topi
Beneficiary Address:	G.I.K Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology Topi
Swift Code:  HABB  PKK  AXXX	Bank Name:  Habib Bank Limited GIKI Topi
Bank Address	Habib Bank Ltd G.I.K Institute Branch  (1979), Topi District Swabi KPK Pakistan

 

Eligibility criteria

 

Basic Eligibility for BS Engineering Programs

Candidates for admission must meet one of the following criteria: 1.          HSSC (Pre-Engineering i.e Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry) with 60% or above marks each in Mathematics, Physics & Overall. 2.          HSSC (Pre-Medical) with Additional Mathematics and 60% or above marks each in Mathematics, Physics & Overall. 3.          A-Level in three subjects Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry with D or above grade each in Mathematics & Physics and O-Level in eight subjects (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Computer Science, Urdu, Islamic Studies & Pakistan Studies) for local applicants and in five subjects (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Computer Science) for those applying from abroad. 4.          American or Canadian High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate Diploma with Mathematics (with Calculus), Physics and Chemistry with 60% or above marks, as per IBCC equivalence formula, each in Mathematics, Physics & Overall. 5.          Three years Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in relevant technology from a Pakistani Board of Technical Education with at least 60% marks each in Mathematics, Physics & Overall. Note: Applicant with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry background can apply for all Programs including Computer Engineering.

 

Basic Eligibility for BS Management Sciences Program

HSSC (Pre-Engg), HSSC (General Science), HSSC (ICS), HSSC (Pre-Medical), HSSC (Humanities) with at least 60% overall marks. 2.          A-Level in three subjects with Ds or above grades in two principal subjects and O-Level in eight subjects for local applicants and in five subjects for those applying from abroad with overall 60% or above equivalence as per IBCC formula. 3.          American or Canadian High School Diploma or International Baccalaureate Diploma with overall 60% or above marks, as per IBCC equivalence formula.

 

Important dates and deadlines

 

June 06 to July 04, 2021	Online submission of admission application
July 12, 2021	Last date of payment of processing fee
July 12, 2021	Last date for receipt of financial assistance documents
July 26 to August 01 2021	Computer-based tests
July 28, 2021	Last date for receipt of SAT-II Scores (overseas applicants)
August 09, 2021	Date of announcement
Sep 18/19, 2021	Joining orientation
Sep 20, 2021	Commencement of classes

 

Comparative Assessment Criteria (Merit List)

 

Criteria and Weightage:   Score in Admission Test OR SAT-II (in Mathematics and Physics for Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Computer Science Programs and in any two subjects for Management Sciences Program.	85%
SSC/O-level (for Those with A-level and O-level background) / Equivalent	15%
Last completed qualification for High School diploma, IB diploma or B.Sc. or DAE	15%

Fees for the academic year 2021- 2022

The annual tuition fee for foreign students is US$ 7,500/-

5% of the semester fee will be collected as administrative charges against each semester. No administrative charges if the student pays an entire fee for two semesters in a lump sum. The semester fee cannot be paid in installments. The semester fee is payable before the commencement of the semester. A non-refundable admission fee of Rs. 62,500/- for Pakistani applicants or US $ 680/- for foreign applicants are also required to be deposited at the time of admission. Rs. 25,000 will be charged as security, refundable at the time of leaving the Institute subject to clearance from relevant departments. The final year students are charged a convocation fee of Rs. 16,000. An advance of Rs. 8,000 is to be deposited by each student as mess security. Actual charges will be deducted from the advance amount every month.

Acceptance of SAT II

The applicants have the option to take the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT-II) in Physics and Mathematics (Math IIC) in place of the Institute's Admission test. Applicants have to choose only one basis for their admission i.e. GIK Institute admission test or SAT-II, an option once exercised cannot be changed. The candidates filing two separate applications on two different bases for admission are liable to be disqualified.

An applicant for transfer from a local or foreign institution is required to have passed the Institute's admission test or SAT - II respectively by securing equal or more marks than the minimum merit of the faculty in which he/she seeks admission. However, acceptance of the request for transfer will depend on the availability of seats, and the quality of academic work already done by the applicant.

To send your SAT-II Score, use GIK Institute's registered Institute Code: 0096

Important: Candidates can apply for these scholarships after joining the Institute. Continuation of scholarships is dependent on the satisfactory academic performance of the concerned student and the policies of the donor agencies.