Last Updated: September 20, 2026

Admissions in Peshawar

About the City

Peshawar, one of the earliest cities in South Asia, has a rich heritage extending back over 2,000 years. It was historically known as Purushapura and has continued to serve as an important cultural and economic center in the territory. The city has a population density of over 2 million people and is known for its traditional sites and popular sights such as Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Bala Hisar Fort, and Peshawar Museum.

Educational Institutes

Peshawar is also an important educational city in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with a literacy rate of around 60%. The city hosts a wide diversity of educational institutions, including many different schools, colleges, and recognized universities. These institutions offer programs in fields such as medical sciences, engineering, business, social sciences, and information technology.

Here, you will receive the information about admissions in various universities and colleges in Peshawar. Each listing will give a short overview, and you can refer to the full guide (where applicable) for each institute to get full details about the admissions.

Islamia College Peshawar

Already Closed: Spring 2026                                       

Field of Study: Science & Arts                            

Ranking in Asia: 202

Address: Jamrud Road, University Campus, Peshawar.

Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar (SBBWU)

Already Closed: Spring 2026                                      

Field of Study: Science & Arts     

Ranking in Pakistan: 28th

Address: Main Campus, Charsadda Road, Landy Sarak, Larama, Peshawar