AIR 2026 – Simple and Helpful Guide for Test Preparation

If you’re planning to apply for undergraduate programs at Air University (AU) in 2026, this comprehensive guide covers every detail — programs offered, Spring & Fall 2026 schedules, eligibility criteria, entry test details, merit formula, fee structure, scholarships, required documents, and campus-wise information for Islamabad, Kamra, Multan, and Karachi.

Air University is a top-ranked public-sector institution operated by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF). It offers Engineering, Computing, Aviation Sciences, Cyber Security, Management Sciences, and Social Sciences programs with modern labs and industry-focused training.

1. Does Air University Offer Spring Admissions?

YES — AU offers both Spring and Fall admissions, depending on the campus and program.

• Spring Admissions: Mostly for Management, Social Sciences & Computing at Islamabad, Multan, Karachi.
• Fall Admissions: Major intake — Engineering, Computing, Cyber Security, Aviation Sciences, Allied programs.

2. Admission Schedule – Spring & Fall 2026 (Tentative)

A. Spring 2026 (Tentative)

Event	Expected Dates (Spring 2026)
Applications Open	November 2025
Application Deadline	January 2026
CBT Test	January 2026
Merit List	Late January 2026
Classes Begin	February 2026

B. Fall 2026 (Tentative)

Campus	Applications Open	Last Date	CBT Test Window	Classes Begin
Islamabad (Main Campus)	April 2026	July 2026	Late July – Early August 2026	15 September 2026
Kamra (Aerospace & Aviation Campus)	April 2026	July 2026	July 2026	September 2026
Multan Campus	April 2026	June–July 2026	July 2026	September 2026
Karachi Campus	April 2026	June 2026	June–July 2026	September 2026

3. Programs Offered – All Air University Campuses

A. Islamabad Campus (Main Campus)

• BE Electrical Engineering
• BE Mechatronics Engineering
• BS Computer Science
• BS Cyber Security
• BS Software Engineering
• BS Artificial Intelligence
• BS IT
• BS Psychology
• BBA
• BS Accounting & Finance
• BS English

B. Kamra Campus (Aerospace & Aviation Campus)

• BE Aerospace Engineering
• BE Avionics Engineering
• BS Aviation Management
• BS Aviation Technology
• BS Artificial Intelligence
• BS Computer Science

C. Multan Campus

• BS Computer Science
• BS IT
• BBA
• BS Psychology
• BS English
• BS Cyber Security

D. Karachi Campus

• BS Computer Science
• BS Software Engineering
• BBA
• BS English
• BS Psychology

4. Eligibility Criteria – 2026

Program	Eligibility
BE Electrical / Mechatronics / Aerospace / Avionics	FSc Pre-Engineering with 60%+
BS Computer Science / SE / Cyber Security / AI / IT	FSc Pre-Engineering or ICS with Math – 50%+
BBA / BS English / BS Psychology	Any HSSC group – 50%+
BS Aviation Management	FSc/FA/ICS/A-Levels – 45-50%+

SAT-I or NAT with required scores may exempt the AU test for some programs.

5. Air University Entry Test (CBT) – 2026 Pattern

• Type: Computer-Based Test
• Duration: 90–120 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (as per AU 2024–2025 pattern)
• Centers: Islamabad, Kamra, Multan, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar

Program Category	Math	Physics	English
Engineering	45%	35%	20%
Computing	55%	20%	25%
BBA	40%	–	60%
Psychology	20%	–	40% English + 40% Psychology

6. Merit Calculation – 2026

Program Type	Merit Formula
Engineering	10% Matric + 50% FSc + 40% Test
Non-Engineering	15% Matric + 35% FSc + 50% Test

7. Fee Structure (2026 Expected)

Program	Per Semester Fee (PKR)
BEE / BSCS	55,000 – 70,000
BBA	50,000 – 60,000
BS Cyber Security / AI	60,000 – 70,000
BS Psychology	50,000 – 55,000
BS Aviation	Higher (varies by program)
Admission Fee	15,000 (one-time)
Security Deposit	10,000 (refundable)

8. Scholarships Offered

• Merit Scholarships: For top scorers in AU test
• Need-Based Scholarships: Up to 100% waiver
• HEC Ehsaas & PEEF
• Kinship & Sports Scholarships

9. Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Go to official portal: AU Admissions Portal
2. Create an account
3. Fill application form carefully
4. Upload documents (SSC, HSSC, CNIC/B-Form, Photo)
5. Pay Fee (PKR 2,500)
6. Download Admit Card
7. Appear in CBT test
8. Check merit list
9. Submit documents + pay semester fee
10. Join orientation on given date

10. Required Documents

• SSC Certificate + DMC
• HSSC Certificate + DMC
• CNIC / B-Form
• Father/Guardian CNIC
• 2 Passport-size Photos
• IBCC Equivalence (for O/A Level)
• Test Admit Card

11. Official Contact Information

Website: https://www.au.edu.pk
Admissions Portal: Apply Online
Email: admissions@au.edu.pk
Phone: +92 51 926 2555

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