The University of Management and Technology (UMT) is a private, not-for-profit university in Johar Town, Lahore, founded in 1990 as the Institute of Leadership and Management and chartered as a university in 2004. It is recognised by the Higher Education Commission and is known for business, management, computer science and engineering, with a strong focus on entrepreneurship and industry links. Its quarterly fee system — paying in four instalments a year instead of two large semester fees — is one of the features families ask about most.
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | C-II, Johar Town, Lahore |
| Type | Private not-for-profit university, chartered 2004, HEC-recognised |
| BSCS / BBA total programme fee | About Rs 1,890,000 for 4 years |
| Quarterly instalment (BSCS / BBA) | Rs 118,125 |
| Admission fee (one time) | Rs 20,000 |
| Application processing fee | Rs 2,000 |
| Admission | Online at onlineadmissions.umt.edu.pk; entry test for most programmes |
Popular programmes
BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Artificial Intelligence, BS Information Technology, BBA, BS Accounting and Finance, BS Economics, BS Civil and Mechanical Engineering, Doctor of Pharmacy, and BS Media and Communication are the most popular choices. UMT's Dr Hasan Murad School of Management (HSM) is its flagship school, and the School of Systems and Technology (SST) runs the computing and engineering programmes. The university also offers aviation programmes, including BS Aviation Management and BS Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Technology, which are unusual among Lahore's private universities.
Fees and costs
UMT charges by quarter — 16 quarters over four years — with 0% markup instalments. For 2026, the published figures are: BS Computer Science and BBA, total programme fee about Rs 1,890,000, paid in quarterly instalments of Rs 118,125, plus a one-time admission fee of Rs 20,000. Other programmes differ: BS Artificial Intelligence and BS Information Technology are about Rs 93,125 a quarter, BS Software Engineering about Rs 111,875 a quarter, and BS Civil and Mechanical Engineering about Rs 124,375 a quarter. The application processing fee is Rs 2,000. International students pay in US dollars — for example, BS Computer Science is listed at US$21,900 for the full programme, or US$1,369 a quarter. Fees are revised each year, so confirm the current cycle's figures on the UMT admissions portal.
Admission and merit
Applications are made online. UMT runs its own entry test for most undergraduate programmes, and Fall 2026 admissions closed around 3 November 2026. Merit is programme-wise and published in merit lists after the test. Scholarships include merit scholarships for high achievers in FSc/A-levels, need-based assistance, and the 0% markup instalment plan, which eases cash flow even though it is not a discount. UMT also offers student housing, and its campus in Johar Town is well connected by public transport.
FAQ
What is the fee for BSCS at UMT? About Rs 1,890,000 for the four-year programme, paid in quarterly instalments of Rs 118,125, plus a one-time admission fee of Rs 20,000.
Is UMT a good university for CS? UMT's computing programmes are NCEAC-accredited and the university has a strong industry and entrepreneurship focus. Compare it with FAST, COMSATS and UOL on fees, merit and campus before deciding.
Can I pay fees in instalments? Yes — UMT's standard system is quarterly instalments at 0% markup.
Figures checked 2026-11-05: UMT 2026 fee figures (BSCS/BBA total about Rs 1,890,000; quarterly Rs 118,125; admission Rs 20,000; application Rs 2,000; international BSCS US$21,900). Fall 2027 dates and any fee revision are to be confirmed on umt.edu.pk.
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Sources and verification: UMT admissions portal and published 2026 fee structure (umt.edu.pk).