Admission Open at Virtual University, Islamabad Campus– Secure Your Spot For BS Programs

  • Posted on March 23, 2025
Organization Name Virtual University of Pakistan
Admission Title Admission Open at Virtual University, Islamabad Campus– Secure Your Spot For BS Programs
Admission Session 2025
Admission Valid From 01-03-2025 No Attachment
Admission Valid To 31-12-2025
Admission Start Date 01-03-2025
Admission Test Date 26-03-2025
Admission End Date 26-03-2025
Admission Result Date 31-03-2025
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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelors Eligibility Criteria:

Program Eligibility
BS Economics
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
BS English (Applied Linguistics)
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. “Zero Semester is not applicable.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
BS Islamic Studies
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad (Shadah Khassah) or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
BS Mass Communication
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
BS Psychology
  • Intermediate (equivalent to 12 years of education) with at least 45% marks is required.
  • Candidates having A levels are required to provide equivalence certificate from Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad. (http://www.ibcc.edu.pk/)
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
BS Sociology
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
B.Ed. Program (1.5 Years) Secondary
  • MA/M.Sc. (Equivalent to 16 years of education) with at least 45% marks or CGPA 2.0 out of 4.
  • Candidates having 33% ~44% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
B.Ed. Program (2.5 Years)Elementary
  • BA/ B.Sc. (equivalent to 14 years of education) with at least 45% marks or CGPA 2.0 out of 4 from a recognized university/institution.
  • Candidates having 33% ~44% marks will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
B.Ed. (Hons.) Early Childhood Care and Education
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
B.Ed. (Hons.)Elementary
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU). However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Commerce
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks Note Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Public Administration
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of Zero Semester.
  • BS Entry Route Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Computer Science
  • For Applicants having 12-year Education:
  • Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / A Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission. The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters. Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. OR
  • For Applicants having 14-year Education (Entry Route):
  • Minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 or 45% marks in 14-years of Education (bachelor's or associate degree) obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are eligible for admission provided that such applicants also qualify for admission based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
  • The candidates having 45% marks in Intermediate and completed 14-year of education prior to Fall 2023 semester with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 in Associate Degree or 45% marks in their 14-year of Education obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are also eligible for admission through Entry Route.
  • Candidates having foreign qualification or Deeni Asnad are required to provide equivalence certificate from HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Entry route candidates may get course exemption. However, number of courses to be studied in BS degree and resident time will be determined by the Equivalence Committee
Data Science
  • For Applicants having 12-year Education
  • Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / A Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission.
  • The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters.
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • "Zero Semester" Is Not Applicable. Entry Route Admissions through entry route are not offered in this program.
Information Technology
  • For Applicants having 12-year Education
  • Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / A Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission. The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters. Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. OR
  • For Applicants having 14-year Education (Entry Route)
  • Minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 or 45% marks in 14-years of Education (bachelor’s or associate degree) obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are eligible for admission provided that such applicants also qualify for admission based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
  • The candidates having 45% marks in Intermediate and completed 14-year of education prior to Fall 2023 semester with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 in Associate Degree or 45% marks in their 14-year of Education obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are also eligible for admission through Entry Route.
  • Candidates having foreign qualification or Deeni Asnad are required to provide equivalence certificate from HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
Software Engineering
  • For Applicants having 12-year Education
  • Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate/12 years education (HSSC) / A Level or Equivalent qualification with Mathematics are required for admission.
  • The students who have not studied Mathematics at Intermediate level have to pass Mathematics deficiency courses (06 Credit Hrs.) in the first two semesters. Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. OR
  • For Applicants having 14-year Education (Entry Route)
  • Minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 or 45% marks in 14-years of Education (bachelor’s or associate degree) obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are eligible for admission provided that such applicants also qualify for admission based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
  • The candidates having 45% marks in Intermediate and completed 14-year of education prior to Fall 2023 semester with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 in Associate Degree or 45% marks in their 14-year of Education obtained from HEC recognized university/institute are also eligible for admission through Entry Route.
  • Candidates having foreign qualification or Deeni Asnad are required to provide equivalence certificate from HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Entry route candidates may get course exemption. However, number of courses to be studied in BS degree and resident time will be determined by the Equivalence Committee
Accounting & Finance (Special exemption for CAF qualified- ICAP Students)
  • Minimum 12 Years of Education or equivalent with at least 45% marks. Candidates having less than 45% marks will also be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero Semester.
  • Candidates having A levels are required to provide equivalence certificate from Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), Islamabad.
  • Candidates having 14 Years of education (holding BA / B.Sc. / B. Com / AD or Equivalent) or above with at least 45% marks may also apply for the program.
  • However, the resident time (not less than 02 years) and study scheme will be determined by the departmental Equivalence Committee.
  • The admission criteria regarding CAF qualified students from ICAP will be as per the HEC’s notification wide Letter No.15-54/Coord/2019/HEC/(SAD)/451. An exemption of up to 39 credit hours in this regard will be determined by the University's admission /equivalence committee.
  • Student may be able to complete their degree program in 5 semesters.
BS Business Administration
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero Semester.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
BBIT
  • Intermediate (12 years of education)/ A- Level or equivalent qualification with at-least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Candidates having less than 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification will be eligible for admission after the successful completion of “Zero Semester.
  • Applicants having B.A./B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU). However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Bioinformatics (Blended Program)
  • Intermediate with Pre-engineering / Pre-medical / Computer Sciences or equivalent qualification having at least 45% marks
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable.
  • Seats are available on an open merit basis, exclusively for eligible students within Pakistan. Zero Semester is not applicable.
  • Applicants having B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 year of education) from an HEC recognized university/institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Biotechnology (Blended Program)
  • Intermediate with Pre-medical or equivalent qualification with at least 45% marks.
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. Limited seats on merit basis within Pakistan only. Zero Semester is not applicable.
  • Applicants having B.Sc./Associate Degree in Science (14-Year of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above
Mathematics
  • Intermediate / A -level / I. Com / DAE or equivalent relevant qualification with Mathematics having at least 45% marks.
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. "Zero Semester" is not applicable.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.Sc./Associate Degree (14 years of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above.
Zoology* (Blended Program)
  • Intermediate with Pre-medical or equivalent qualification with at least 45% marks.
  • Candidates having A level or Deeni Asnad or foreign qualification are required to provide equivalence certificate from IBCC or HEC, Islamabad as applicable. Limited seats on merit basis within Pakistan only. Zero Semester is not applicable.
  • BS Entry Route: Applicants having B.Sc./Associate Degree in Science (14-Year of education) from an HEC recognized university / institute with at-least 45% marks or CGPA 2.00 out 4.0 are eligible for course exemption (as determined by the Equivalence Committee of VU).
  • However, applicants shall meet admission entry requirements based on their 12 years of education as stated above

How to Register

Application Process:

  • Application shall be submitted online along with scanned copies of the following information / documents:
  • Attested copy of the Applicant's/Partners Computerized National Identity Card Recent passport size photograph of owner/partners
  • Detail Curriculum Vitae of Owner/Partners
  • Partnership agreement in case of partnership
  • Proposed geographical market (catchments area)
  • Demographics of the city / area
  • Number of intermediate & degree colleges in the area
  • Potential of the area in terms of student base
  • Anticipated student growth in the next five years at your proposed campus
  • Drawing of the proposed building Total & covered area of the proposed premises
  • Photographs of the interior and exterior of the building (if constructed)
  • Map of the location clearly showing the approach and building location
  • Nearest landmarks
  • Pay application fee voucher of Rupees. 25,000/- (Non-refundable fee) in designated bank branches or through available payment solutions within the due date.
  • Affiliations Letter(s), if any
  • Attach comprehensive proposed plan (layout) with dimensions for private virtual campus.
  • Upon submission of an online application, the applicant is required to take a print of application, pay prescribed fee voucher, attach all above mentioned documents and send a complete set of hard copy application to the University at the address given in the announcement.
  • On receipt of the complete application, along with the prescribed fee, the University shall conduct a survey of the proposed institution/ building.
  • The University, after considering the survey report and all other relevant factors, shall decide whether to approve or reject the application.
  • If the application is approved, NOC for establishment of campus infrastructure will be issued.
  • Applicant will have to apply for verification visit after completing the infrastructure requirement as per time and instructions given in the NOC.
  • PVC status and campus code shall be issued upon successful verification of campus infrastructure subject to approval of Committee for Private Virtual Campuses.
  • No operations shall be allowed till the Campus Code has been formally issued by the University.
  • If the application is not approved for any reason, the applicant may apply fresh application.
  • Applications will be treated on a first come first serve basis subject to the most advantageous proposal as per University's requirement
  • Applications must be complete in all respects. Incomplete applications will not be considered, and the fee will not be refunded in any case.

Admission Courses

Branch Name Courses
Virtual University, Islamabad Campus
  • Bachelor Of Education (Hons) Elementary
  • Bachelor Of Science In Commerce
  • Bachelor Of Science In Computer Science
  • Bachelor Of Science In Data Science
  • Bachelor Of Science In Economics
  • Bachelor Of Science In English (Applied Linguistics)
  • Bachelor Of Science In Information Technology
  • Bachelor Of Science In Islamic Studies
  • Bachelor Of Science In Mass Communication
  • Bachelor Of Science In Mathematics
  • Bachelor Of Science In Psychology
  • Bachelor Of Science In Public Administration
  • Bachelor Of Science In Sociology
  • Bachelor Of Science In Software Engineering
  • Bachelor Of Science In Zoology
  • Bachelor Of Science in Bioinformatics
  • Bachelor Of Science in Biotechnology
  • Bachelor of Business and Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Education 2.5 year Elementary program
  • Bachelor of Education (Hons) In Early Childhood Care and Education
  • Bachelor of Science In Accounting and Finance (2 Years) ICAP/CAF-qualified
  • Bachelor of Science In Business Administration
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