COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) has recently unveiled its eagerly awaited 2nd Merit List for Bachelor’s degree admissions in 2023. Anticipation now surrounds the imminent release of the 3rd Merit List, as CUI continues to be a premier choice for aspiring students. Renowned as one of Pakistan’s largest and most esteemed public sector universities, COMSATS Islamabad CUI has garnered a reputation for excellence, particularly in the realm of Computer Science and IT Programs. Notably, the entry test for engineering programs has been concluded, resulting in a notable uptick in the merit standards for these sought-after programs.
Having been established in 1998, CUI has rapidly evolved into a dynamic and research-focused institution within Pakistan’s educational landscape. Boasting a diverse spectrum of academic offerings spanning from fundamental sciences to cutting-edge emerging technologies, the university stands as a prime destination for those pursuing advanced studies culminating in coveted MS and PhD degrees. Furthermore, CUI’s network of interdisciplinary research centers further underscores its commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge.
CUI has grown in various aspects since its inception, such as campuses (it has eight operational campuses at present), students, faculty, academic programs, research output, and public outreach. It aims to achieve its three-fold mission of Research and Discovery, Teaching and Learning, and Outreach and Public Service, which attracts many students for undergraduate and graduate programs. CUI is currently among the top three general universities in Pakistan, the best university in Computer Science and IT, and the second best university in research productivity in Pakistan, according to the HEC (Higher Education Commission) (Ranking 2015, released in February 2016). CUI has also been listed among the top 250 Asian universities recently. Furthermore, CUI has established the Student Startup Business Center (SSBC) with the aim of nurturing and bolstering entrepreneurship and innovation within the academic sphere.
