Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi (PMAS-AAUR), commonly known as Arid University, has officially announced admissions for the 2026 academic session. Recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), and Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC), PMAS-AAUR is one of Punjab's top-tier public research universities.

While world-renowned for its modern agricultural research and biotechnology institutes, PMAS-AAUR also excels in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business & Management Studies, Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Life Sciences, and Social Sciences.

If you are looking to secure admission at its main campus in Rawalpindi or sub-campuses in Attock and Khushab, this guide covers everything you need to know.

Faculties & Programs Offered

PMAS-AAUR offers over 100 undergraduate (BS), graduate (MS/M.Phil), and doctoral (Ph.D.) degree programs across specialized faculties and institutes.

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                 PMAS-AAUR KEY ACADEMIC FACULTIES            │
├─────────────────┬─────────────────┬─────────────────────────┤
│ Agriculture &   │ Computer Science│ Veterinary & Life       │
│ Engineering     │ & Management    │ Sciences                │
└─────────────────┴─────────────────┴─────────────────────────┘

1. Faculty of Agriculture & Agricultural Engineering

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture (4 Years)

• B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering (PEC Accredited)

• BS Environmental Sciences

• BS Forestry & Range Management

• BS Soil & Water Conservation

2. University Institute of Information Technology (UIIT)

• BS Computer Science (BSCS) – Specializations in AI, Software Engineering, & Computing

• BS Software Engineering (BSSE)

• BET Cyber Security & Information Technology

• MS (CS) & Ph.D. (Computer Science)

3. University Institute of Management Sciences (UIMS)

• BBA (Hons.) (4 Years) – Specializations in Marketing, Finance, HR, & Supply Chain

• BS Accounting & Finance

• BS Business Analytics & BS FinTech

• MBA & MS Management Sciences

4. Faculty of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (FV&AS)

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) (5 Years)

• Livestock Assistant Diploma (LAD) (2 Years)

• BS Animal Sciences / Poultry Science

5. Institute of Biochemistry & Biotechnology (UIBB) & Sciences

• BS Biotechnology & BS Biochemistry

• BS Microbiology & BS Medical Lab Technology (MLT)

• BS Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, & Botany

• BS Computational Biology & Data Analytics

Eligibility Criteria & Entry Test Details

Eligibility varies by level and faculty:

Provisional Admission: Undergraduate candidates awaiting their 2nd-year intermediate results can apply based on their 1st-year marks sheet.

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Online Application Guide

Applications for PMAS Arid Agriculture University are submitted online through the central admissions web portal.

Fee Structure & Scholarship Opportunities

PMAS-AAUR is a public sector university supported by the Government of Punjab, making its fee structure far more affordable than private institutions.

Financial Support & Scholarships

To support bright and financially challenged students, AAUR offers several aid programs:

• HEC Need-Based Scholarships: Full tuition waiver plus monthly living allowance for low-income background students.

• Punjab Educational Endowment Fund (PEEF): Merit-cum-need scholarships specifically for Punjab domicile holders.

• Ehsaas Undergraduate Scholarship Program: Fully funded scholarship for undergraduate students.

• University Merit Scholarships: Semester-wise fee concessions awarded to top departmental position holders.

Contact Information & Official Links

For official queries, entry test updates, and merit list notifications:

• Official Website: www.uaar.edu.pk

• Admissions Portal: admissions.uaar.edu.pk

• Admission Office Phone: +92-51-9292205

• Email Support: admissions@uaar.edu.pk

• Address: PMAS-Arid Agriculture University, Shamsabad, Murree Road, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan.