First postgraduate entry test held at UAF


Faisalabad: University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) conducted its first postgraduate entry test for postgraduate admissions including MS/MPhil/MSc (Hons), MBA/MBA (Executive) and PhD programs for the academic session 2026-27, in which around 3,000 applicants appeared. UAF Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali constituted committees to ensure foolproof arrangements for the entrance test and facilitate the candidates. UAF Vice Chancellor directed the committee and concerned officials to ensure transparent, smooth and disciplined conduct of the examination, with all necessary arrangements put in place for the convenience of the applicants.



Director Graduate Studies Dr Muhammad Khalid Bashir said that online registration for the second entry test would remain open from July 21 to August 10, 2026. He urged interested candidates to apply within the stipulated deadline and take advantage of the opportunity to pursue postgraduate education at UAF.



The University spokesman said that the UAF had maintained its leading position in the fields of agriculture and forestry. According to the Subject Ranking 2026, UAF was ranked 33rd worldwide in Agriculture and Forestry and 1st in Pakistan in the same subject area, reflecting its academic and research excellence. The UAF continues to provide opportunities for advanced education and research in diverse disciplines and was committed to preparing highly skilled graduates and researchers to address emerging national and global challenges.



The university’s postgraduate programs offer students an opportunity to pursue advanced studies in a research-oriented academic environment supported by qualified faculty and modern facilities. Further details regarding degree programs, eligibility criteria, and admission procedures were available on the UAF website and postgraduate admissions portal. For queries, applicants can contact the Directorate of Graduate Studies at 041-9200189, 041-9200161-70 (Ext. 3701, 3702, 3703), or email [email protected], he added.