# Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST)

> Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST) is a leading private university located in Islamabad, Pakistan, established in 1998 and granted university status in 2015. CUST is ranked #1 among private universities in Pakistan in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, with a THE ranking of 601–800 and a QS World Ranking of 1021–1040. The university offers comprehensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 7 faculties from its modern, energy-efficient campus in Islamabad. CUST is recognized as a future-ready institution focused on research, innovation, and producing industry-ready graduates.

CUST's vision is to be a world-class center of excellence in science and technology. The university operates from a purpose-built, energy-efficient campus on Islamabad Expressway and is recognized by HEC (Higher Education Commission of Pakistan). CUST has active research operations through its Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) and strong international and industry collaborations through MOUs with universities and organizations worldwide.

## Core Pages

- [Home](https://cust.edu.pk/): Overview of CUST as Pakistan's #1 ranked private university in THE Rankings 2025
- [About CUST](https://cust.edu.pk/about/): University history, vision, mission, Chancellor's message, and Vice Chancellor's message
- [Admissions](https://cust.edu.pk/admissions/): Central hub for eligibility, programs, merit criteria, sample papers, and how to apply
- [Online Admissions Portal](https://online-admissions.cust.edu.pk/): Apply online for admission to CUST programs
- [Admissions Sign-In Portal](https://admission.cust.edu.pk/web/signin): Login to your CUST admissions application
- [Fee Structure](https://cust.edu.pk/fee-structure/): Detailed fee structure for all CUST programs
- [Scholarships](https://cust.edu.pk/scholarship/): Merit-based and need-based scholarship opportunities at CUST
- [FAQs](https://cust.edu.pk/faqs/): Frequently asked questions about admissions, portals, and university processes
- [Blog](https://cust.edu.pk/blog/): News, insights, and updates from CUST
- [Contact Us](https://cust.edu.pk/contact/): Get in touch with CUST's admissions and administrative teams
- [Partnerships & Collaborations](https://cust.edu.pk/oric-collaborations-info/): CUST's national and international academic, research, and industry MOUs
- [Featured Achievements](https://cust.edu.pk/featured-achievements/): CUST's rankings, awards, and notable milestones
- [HEC Profile](https://www.hec.gov.pk/english/universities/Pages/Islamabad/Capital-University-of-Science-and-Technology.aspx): CUST's official profile on the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan

## Faculties & Departments

- [Faculty of Computing](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-computing/): BS Computer Science, BS Software Engineering, BS Mathematics, MS/PhD programs
  - [Dept of Computer Science](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-computing/department-of-computer-science/)
  - [Dept of Software Engineering](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-computing/department-of-software-engineering-3/)
  - [Dept of Mathematics](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-computing/department-of-mathematics/)

- [Faculty of Engineering](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-engineering/): B.Sc. Civil, Electrical & Computer, and Mechanical Engineering programs
  - [Dept of Civil Engineering](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-engineering/department-of-civil-engineering/)
  - [Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-engineering/department-of-electrical-and-computer-engineering/)
  - [Dept of Mechanical Engineering](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-engineering/department-of-mechanical-engineering/)

- [Faculty of Management and Social Sciences](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-management-and-social-sciences/): BBA, MBA, BS Accounting & Finance, BS Psychology, BS English
  - [Dept of Management Sciences](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-management-and-social-sciences/department-of-management-sciences/)
  - [Dept of Accounting and Finance](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-management-and-social-sciences/department-of-accounting-and-finance/)
  - [Dept of Psychology](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-management-and-social-sciences/department-of-psychology/)
  - [Dept of English](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-management-and-social-sciences/department-of-english/)

- [Faculty of Health and Life Sciences](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-health-and-life-sciences/): BS Bioinformatics, BS Biosciences, and related life science programs
  - [Dept of Bioinformatics and Biosciences](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-health-and-life-sciences/department-of-bioinformatics-and-bio-sciences/)

- [Faculty of Pharmacy](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-pharmacy/): Pharm-D program
  - [Dept of Pharmacy](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-pharmacy/department-of-pharmacy/)

- [Faculty of Law](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-law/): LL.B and LL.M programs
  - [Dept of Law](https://cust.edu.pk/department-of-law/)

- [Faculty of Associate Degree Programs (ADP)](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-associate-programs/): 2-year associate degree programs
  - [Dept of Associate Degree Programs](https://cust.edu.pk/faculty-of-associate-programs/dept-of-associate-degree-programs/)

## Admissions

- [Eligibility Criteria](https://cust.edu.pk/eligibility-criteria/): Program-specific eligibility requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions
- [Merit List Criteria](https://cust.edu.pk/merit-list-preparation/): How CUST prepares merit lists and selects candidates
- [Sample Papers](https://cust.edu.pk/sample-papers/): Entry test sample papers for prospective students
- [Prospectus](https://cust.edu.pk/prospectus/): CUST's official admissions prospectus
- [Academic Calendar](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/academic-calendar/): Key academic dates, semester start dates, and exam schedules

## Scholarships

- [All Scholarships](https://cust.edu.pk/scholarship/): CUST offers merit-based scholarships, need-based financial aid, and special category scholarships for outstanding students. Scholarships are available at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and are awarded on the basis of academic performance, financial need, and other eligibility criteria.

## Rankings & Achievements

- **THE World University Rankings 2025**: CUST is ranked #1 among private universities in Pakistan — a landmark achievement reflecting the university's commitment to research, teaching quality, and international outlook
- **QS World University Rankings**: 1021–1040
- **Times Higher Education (THE) Ranking**: 601–800
- **THE Profile**: [View CUST on Times Higher Education](https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/capital-university-science-and-technology)
- [View All Featured Achievements](https://cust.edu.pk/featured-achievements/)

## Accreditations

- [QEC & Accreditation Overview](https://cust.edu.pk/accreditation/): CUST's Quality Enhancement Cell manages accreditation processes across all programs
- CUST programs are accredited by relevant Pakistani statutory bodies including Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pharmacy Council of Pakistan, and other relevant councils
- [Full Accreditation Details](https://cust.edu.pk/accreditation/)

## Research & Innovation (ORIC)

- [ORIC Introduction](https://cust.edu.pk/objectives/): Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization — drives research, industry linkages, and commercialization
- [Research Themes](https://cust.edu.pk/theme/): CUST's focused research areas and priorities
- [Journal Publications](https://cust.edu.pk/publications-journals/): Research papers and journal articles published by CUST faculty
- [Conference Publications](https://cust.edu.pk/conference-publications/): Conference papers and proceedings by CUST researchers
- [R&D Projects](https://custapp.pk/rd-projects/): Ongoing research and development projects at CUST
- [MS Thesis Repository](https://thesis.cust.edu.pk/): Repository of MS theses from CUST graduates
- [PhD Repository](https://cust.edu.pk/phd-repository/): Repository of PhD dissertations from CUST graduates
- [JBR Publishing](https://cust.edu.pk/jbr-publishing/): CUST's academic publishing arm
- [Annual Report](https://cust.edu.pk/annual-report/): CUST's annual research and institutional report
- [Takhleeq](https://cust.edu.pk/takhleeq/): CUST's entrepreneurship and startup incubation initiative

## Partnerships & Collaborations

- [View All Collaborations](https://cust.edu.pk/oric-collaborations-info/): CUST has signed MOUs with international and national universities, research institutions, and industry organizations
- **Southwest University of Science and Technology, China** (MOU signed: January 2026) — Academic and research collaboration
- CUST maintains active international collaborations for student exchange, joint research, and academic partnerships with universities across China, and other global institutions

## Student Life & Services

- [Directorate of Student Affairs (DSA)](https://cust.edu.pk/directorate-of-student-affairs-dsa/): Student support, welfare, and campus life management
- [Societies & Clubs](https://cust.edu.pk/societies-clubs/): Student-run societies, clubs, and extracurricular organizations
- [Career Services Office (CSO)](https://cust.edu.pk/placement-office/): Career counseling, job placement, and industry linkage support
- [Community Engagement – VIS](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/vis-directorate/): Volunteer and community service programs
- [Health, Safety and Security](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/health-safety-and-security/): Campus health, safety protocols, and security services

## Online Learning (Capital Online)

- [Capital Online / VLE](https://cust.edu.pk/virtual-learning-environment/): CUST's Virtual Learning Environment for blended and online education
- [VLE Policy](https://cust.edu.pk/virtual-learning-environment/vle-policy/): Policies governing CUST's online learning platform

## Student Portals & Resources

- [Online Fee Payment](https://pay.cust.edu.pk/): Pay CUST semester fees online
- [CUST Digital Library](https://tasjeel.cust.edu.pk/library): Access CUST's library catalog and digital resources
- [HEC Digital Library](https://www.digitallibrary.edu.pk/): Access HEC's national digital library (available to all Pakistani university students)
- [Graduate Studies Office (GSO)](https://cust.edu.pk/graduate-studies-office/): Support and administration for MS and PhD students
- [Verify Student/Degree](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/degree-transcript-issuance-process/): Process for degree and transcript issuance and verification

## Quality Enhancement

- [QEC Introduction](https://cust.edu.pk/qec/): CUST's Quality Enhancement Cell ensures continuous academic quality improvement
- [CUST Quality Policy](https://cust.edu.pk/cust-quality-policy/psg-2023/): Institutional quality assurance policy
- [QEC Activities](https://cust.edu.pk/qec-activities/): QEC initiatives, audits, and quality improvement programs

## Optional

- [Academic Policies](https://cust.edu.pk/academic-policies/): Undergraduate, MS, and PhD regulations and general academic policies
- [Rules & Regulations](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/allpolicy/students-discipline/): Student discipline and conduct policies
- [University Dress Code](https://cust.edu.pk/my-capital/allpolicy/university-dress-code/): CUST's official dress code policy

## University Information

- **Full Name**: Capital University of Science and Technology (CUST)
- **Type**: Private University
- **Founded**: 1998 (University status granted: 2015)
- **Location**: Islamabad Expressway, Kahuta Road, Zone-V, Islamabad, Pakistan
- **Primary Target**: Students from Islamabad and Rawalpindi
- **Secondary Target**: Students from Punjab, across Pakistan, and international students
- **Key Strengths**: Comprehensive Programs, Research Excellence, Future-Ready Education
- **Notable Feature**: Energy-Efficient, Purpose-Built Campus in Islamabad
- **Website**: https://cust.edu.pk
- **Admissions Contact**: https://cust.edu.pk/contact/