Closed: The last date for this admission (6 October 2026) has passed. Check the official website for any extension or the next round, or see our latest admissions.
Government College University Hyderabad (GCUH) opened admissions for its 2027 session in BS, B.Ed, MS, MPhil, MBA and PhD programmes. Online applications closed on 6 October 2026, and the pre-entry test is scheduled for 22 to 25 October 2026.
Students who passed HSC-II in 2024, 2025 or 2026 could apply for the undergraduate programmes. Students still waiting for their HSC-II result could apply for provisional admission.
Key details
| University | Government College University Hyderabad (GCUH) |
|---|---|
| Session | 2027 |
| Programmes | BS (4 years), B.Ed (4 years), MS, MPhil, MBA, PhD |
| Undergraduate eligibility | HSC-II passed in 2024, 2025 or 2026 with at least 50% marks |
| Processing fee | Rs3,000 (undergraduate), Rs4,000 (postgraduate), non-refundable |
| Last date to apply | 6 October 2026 (closed) |
| Pre-entry test | 22 to 25 October 2026 |
| First merit list | 2 November 2026 |
| Admission portal | adm.gcuh.edu.pk |
Programmes offered
GCUH offered four-year BS degrees in these subjects:
- Computing: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology
- Sciences: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Zoology
- Business and social sciences: Business Administration, Economics, Political Science
- Languages and humanities: English, Islamic Studies, Sindhi, Urdu
A four-year B.Ed programme for future teachers was also offered.
At postgraduate level, the university admitted students to MS, MPhil, MBA and PhD programmes in subjects including Mathematics, Chemistry, Information Technology, Education, Islamic Studies, English (Linguistics) and Zoology. Check the portal for the full list of postgraduate subjects and their specific requirements.
Eligibility and merit criteria
- For BS and B.Ed, applicants needed HSC-II (intermediate) passed in 2024, 2025 or 2026 with at least 50% aggregate marks.
- Students waiting for their HSC-II result could apply on a provisional basis. They will need to show their result later to confirm their seat.
- All applicants must appear in the GCUH pre-entry test from 22 to 25 October 2026. The test result will count towards the merit list.
The university has not published separate seat counts for each programme in the reports we checked. The exact merit formula and any subject-wise requirements will be on the admission portal.
How applications were submitted
- Applicants created an account on the GCUH online admission portal at adm.gcuh.edu.pk.
- They filled in personal and academic details, matching their CNIC or B-Form and marks sheets.
- They chose programmes in order of preference.
- They generated the fee challan and paid the processing fee (Rs3,000 for undergraduate, Rs4,000 for postgraduate).
- They submitted the form before the 6 October deadline.
- Applicants who submitted in time should download their admit card for the pre-entry test when it is issued on the portal.
Scholarships
Admitted students can apply for financial help through the university’s own scholarship schemes, the Sindh Higher Education Commission and other government programmes. Details of each scheme and how to apply are shared after admission. For more funding options, see our Scholarships section.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply online | 6 October 2026 (closed) |
| Pre-entry test | 22 to 25 October 2026 |
| First merit list | 2 November 2026 |
Frequently asked questions
Can I still apply if my HSC-II result has not been announced?
The application deadline of 6 October 2026 has passed. GCUH allowed provisional admission for students waiting for their HSC-II result, but check the official website for any extension.
Is there an entry test for GCUH admission 2027?
Yes. The pre-entry test will be held from 22 to 25 October 2026. Your schedule and test centre will be shown on your admit card.
What was the application fee?
The non-refundable processing fee was Rs3,000 for undergraduate programmes and Rs4,000 for postgraduate programmes.
Looking for other options? Browse more open programmes in our Admissions section.
Note: Always confirm details on the official website before you apply or pay any fee. Great Pak Times is not affiliated with any government body.
Source: GC University Hyderabad Admission Portal, with details as reported by ProPakistani and Bloom Pakistan. Checked 2 October 2026.