The University of Malakand (UOM) is a public-sector university in Chakdara, District Dir (Lower), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, established in 2001. It serves the Malakand Division — one of the largest and most populous regions of KP — and it is known for affordable fees, a wide range of BS programmes, and strong departments in computer science, biotechnology, English, economics and the social sciences. For students from Dir, Swat, Chitral and Bajaur, it is the nearest full university, and its merit-based admissions make it accessible to students from modest backgrounds.
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Chakdara, District Dir (Lower), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Type | Public sector university (established 2001) |
| Best known for | Computer science, biotechnology, English, economics, sociology, geology |
| Admission portal | www.uom.edu.pk (Online Application System) |
| Fall 2026 deadline | 10 August 2026 (official advertisement) |
| Minimum eligibility | At least 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent for BS programmes |
| Age limit | 22 years for BS (female candidates exempt) |
Admission schedule (Fall 2026, official advertisement)
The Fall 2026 admission notice (uom.edu.pk) set: last date for applications 10 August 2026; Hafiz-ul-Quran test and interviews for undergraduate candidates 17 August 2026; display of provisional merit lists 21 August 2026; display of final merit lists 24 August 2026; interviews, submission and finalisation 26 August 2026; commencement of classes 31 August 2026. Applications are made online through the university's Online Application System, with the system-generated fee challan deposited at any branch of the National Bank of Pakistan or the Bank of Khyber. Candidates awaiting their Intermediate Part-II results can apply provisionally on the basis of Part-I results, and merit is based on Intermediate/HSSC or equivalent results. Candidates with less than 45% marks in HSSC are not eligible, and third-division holders are not eligible.
Programmes
BS (4-year) programmes include Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics and Computing, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Geology, Economics, English, Urdu, Education, Sociology, Political Science, International Relations, Psychology (5-year), Criminology, Journalism and Mass Communication, Tourism and Hotel Management, BBA, Commerce, Islamic Studies, Archaeology, Social Work and LLB. The university also offers MS/MPhil and PhD programmes, with entry tests as per HEC policy. Quota seats are available for underdeveloped regions including AJK, and HEC merit and need-based scholarships are available, along with the University of Malakand Scholarship Scheme and the National Bank Students Loan Scheme.
Fees and merit guidance
Undergraduate fees are reported at about Rs 25,000–30,000 per semester (older published figure — to be confirmed on the current fee structure), and MPhil fees at about Rs 45,000–50,000 per semester. The university does not publish a single closing-merit table; merit is calculated from Intermediate marks, and competitive programmes (Computer Science, Software Engineering, English) close higher than others. Because the fee figure is from an older source, confirm the current semester fee on the official uom.edu.pk fee page or the admission advertisement before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
Can result-awaiting students apply? Yes — you can apply on the basis of Intermediate Part-I results, and admission stays provisional until the Part-II result is submitted.
Is there an entry test? An entry test is required for programmes as per HEC policy; check the current advertisement for your programme.
Is there an age limit? Yes — 22 years for BS programmes, with female candidates exempt from the age bar.
To be confirmed: the current semester fee structure and the Fall 2027 admission dates — confirm on the official uom.edu.pk website when the Fall 2027 advertisement is published.
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Sources and verification: University of Malakand official Fall 2026 admission advertisement (uom.edu.pk): last date 10 August 2026; provisional merit lists 21 August 2026; final merit lists 24 August 2026; classes 31 August 2026; minimum 45% in HSSC; age limit 22 (female exempt). Fees Rs 25,000–30,000 per semester as reported in an older source — to be confirmed.