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Karachi University Entry Test — Pattern, Sample Paper & Free Practice Tests
How the KU admission test is built for each Intermediate group, what Visual Studies and Pharm-D candidates face, and free online mocks to prepare.
Which Programs Need the KU Entry Test?
Computer Science (BSCS, BSSE, BSAI), Doctor of Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Doctor of Physical Therapy, the test-based BS / B.Ed. streams and Visual Studies. Open-merit programs admit on Intermediate marks only. For the 2027 session the test-based morning test was held on 11 October 2026; the evening BSCS/BSSE test is on 22 November 2026.
Test Pattern by Intermediate Group
| Group | Subjects | MCQs |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical | English, General Knowledge, Chemistry, Physics (compulsory) + Mathematics (Pre-Engineering) or Biology (Pre-Medical) | 20 each = 100 |
| Intermediate General Science | English and General Knowledge + any 3 of the 5 optional subjects you studied | 20 each = 100 |
| DAE | English 20 + General Knowledge 20 + your DAE engineering subject 60 | 100 |
| Home Economics | English 20 + General Knowledge 20 + Home Economics 60 | 100 |
| Humanities | English and General Knowledge + any 3 of 23 optional humanities subjects | 20 each = 100 |
| Commerce / DBA / D.Com | English 20 + General Knowledge 20 + your Commerce subject 60 | 100 |
See the group-wise test pattern with sample papers and the Pharm-D sample paper (PDF).
Visual Studies Aptitude Test
Visual Studies (Architecture, Animation, Communication Design, Film, Fine Art, Islamic Arts, Product Design, Textile Design) selects on Academic 20% + Aptitude Test 60% + Interview 20%. You must score at least 50/100 in the test and 10/20 in the interview.
Free KU Entry Test Practice
KU collects the question paper after the test, so complete past papers are not published. Some remembered questions are on KU entry test past papers. On this site, also try entry test MCQs and university past papers.
Preparation Tips
- English and General Knowledge are in every group — 40 of 100 marks. Read current affairs and Pakistan GK daily.
- For science groups, revise first-year and second-year Physics and Chemistry definitions and formulas.
- There is no negative marking, so answer every question.
- Take at least two full timed mocks before the test day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MCQs are in the Karachi University entry test?
The KU admission test has 100 MCQs — 20 marks per subject — with no negative marking.
What is the passing score in the KU entry test?
Most test-based programs require a minimum test score of 50; a few accept lower scores such as 45, 40 or 25 with a higher academic percentage.
Is there negative marking in the KU entry test?
No, there is no negative marking.
When is the KU evening entry test 2027?
The BSCS / BSSE evening test is scheduled for 22 November 2026, after evening forms from 2 to 11 November.
Where can I get KU entry test past papers?
KU does not release full past papers. Use the sample papers and free practice mocks linked on this page.
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Last reviewed: 23 October 2026. Dates and fees change every year — always confirm on the official portal before applying.