How many MCQs are in the GIKI admission test 2026?

The GIKI undergraduate admission test has 80 MCQs in total: Mathematics (30 MCQs), Physics (30 MCQs), and English (20 MCQs). There is no negative marking, so incorrect answers do not deduct marks.

What is the GIKI admission test syllabus 2026?

The GIKI admission test syllabus covers Mathematics (Number Systems, Quadratic Equations, Sequences & Series, Mathematical Induction, Trigonometry, Differential Calculus, Integral Calculus, Analytic Geometry, Vectors), Physics (Measurements & Vectors, Motion & Work, Waves & Oscillation, Optics, Heat & Thermodynamics, Electricity, Modern Physics), and English (Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Correct Usage).

Does GIKI have negative marking in the admission test?

No, GIKI does not apply negative marking in its admission test. Incorrect answers do not deduct marks, so students can attempt all questions without penalty.

Is there an interview at GIKI?

No, GIKI does not require an interview as part of the admission process. Admission is based purely on the written test score and academic merit.

When is the GIKI admission test 2026?

The GIKI 2026 admission test is held between July 6–10, 2026. Registration is open from March 15 to May 15, 2026. Test centres are available in Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Lahore, Quetta, Karachi, and Multan.

Which programmes does the GIKI test cover?

The same GIKI admission test is used for all BS Engineering and Computing programmes including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Computer Engineering (CE), Computer Science (CS), Data Science (DS), Software Engineering (SE), and Cyber Security (CyS).

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GIKI Admission Test Syllabus 2026 — Chapter-wise Breakdown

This is the official syllabus for the GIKI BS Engineering & Computing admission test (AI, CE, CS, DS, SE, CyS). The test has 80 MCQs across Mathematics (30), Physics (30), and English (20), with topic and sub-topic breakdowns for every section listed below.

80 MCQstotal

Math 30MCQs

Physics 30MCQs

English 20MCQs

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GIKI 2026 Test Format & Paper Pattern

80 MCQs across Mathematics, Physics, and English — all compulsory. No negative marking. Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview before final admission.

Total MCQs

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Jul 6–10

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Subject-wise weightage

80total MCQs

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Subject	MCQs
Mathematics	30
Physics	30
English	20
Total	80

GIKI Admission Test 2026 — Key Dates

One shot at the test — make sure you register before the deadline.

Registration Opens

15 Mar 2026

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Registration Closes

15 May 2026

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Admission Test

6–10 Jul 2026

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Merit List

Late Jul 2026

Results announced on GIKI portal

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GIKI Syllabus 2026 — Mathematics, Physics & English

Official GIKI syllabus for BS Engineering & Computing (AI, CE, CS, DS, SE, CyS) — topics and sub-topics exactly as published.

Mathematics

30 MCQs

#	Topic	Sub-topics	Prepare
01	Number Systems, Set Theory & Functions	Real Nos., Complex Nos., Sets, Functions, Linear Equations, Matrices, Determinants, Simultaneous Equations, Polynomials	Practice Lectures
02	Quadratic Equations	Solution of Equations, Relationship between Roots & Coefficients	Practice Lectures
03	Sequence & Series	AP, GP, HP, Basic Statistics, Probability, Permutations, Combinations	Practice Lectures
04	Mathematical Induction	Mathematical Induction, Binomial Theorem, Binomial Series	Practice Lectures
05	Trigonometry	Trigonometric Equations, Functions, Inverse Functions, Angles, Applications	Practice Lectures
06	Differential Calculus	Functions, Limits, Differentiation	Practice Lectures
07	Integral Calculus	Integration, Areas, Volumes	Practice Lectures
08	Analytic Geometry	Analytic Geometry, Conic Sections	Practice Lectures
09	Vectors	Vectors in Plane & Space, Scalar/Vector/Triple Product of Vectors	Practice Lectures
10	Miscellaneous	Assorted topics in Mathematics	Practice Lectures

01Number Systems, Set Theory & Functions

Real Nos., Complex Nos., Sets, Functions, Linear Equations, Matrices, Determinants, Simultaneous Equations, Polynomials

02Quadratic Equations

Solution of Equations, Relationship between Roots & Coefficients

03Sequence & Series

AP, GP, HP, Basic Statistics, Probability, Permutations, Combinations

04Mathematical Induction

Mathematical Induction, Binomial Theorem, Binomial Series

05Trigonometry

Trigonometric Equations, Functions, Inverse Functions, Angles, Applications

06Differential Calculus

Functions, Limits, Differentiation

07Integral Calculus

Integration, Areas, Volumes

08Analytic Geometry

Analytic Geometry, Conic Sections

09Vectors

Vectors in Plane & Space, Scalar/Vector/Triple Product of Vectors

10Miscellaneous

Assorted topics in Mathematics

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Physics

30 MCQs

#	Topic	Sub-topics	Prepare
01	Measurements & Vectors	SI, Errors, Physical Quantities, Vectors, Equilibrium	Practice Lectures
02	Motion & Work	Force, Linear Motion, Circular Motion, Work, Power, Energy, Fluid Dynamics	Practice Lectures
03	Waves & Oscillation	Propagation of Waves, Superposition of Waves, Stationary Waves, Doppler's Effect, SHM, Free & Forced Oscillation	Practice Lectures
04	Optics	Principles, Instruments	Practice Lectures
05	Heat & Thermodynamics	Kinetic Theory of Gases, Laws of Thermodynamics, Entropy	Practice Lectures
06	Electricity	Electrostatics, Current, DC, AC, Potential, Laws, Electromagnetism, EM Induction, Electronics, Devices	Practice Lectures
07	Modern Physics	Relativity, Quantum Theory, Atomic Physics, Nuclear Physics	Practice Lectures
08	Miscellaneous	Assorted topics in Physics	Practice Lectures

01Measurements & Vectors

SI, Errors, Physical Quantities, Vectors, Equilibrium

02Motion & Work

Force, Linear Motion, Circular Motion, Work, Power, Energy, Fluid Dynamics

03Waves & Oscillation

Propagation of Waves, Superposition of Waves, Stationary Waves, Doppler's Effect, SHM, Free & Forced Oscillation

04Optics

Principles, Instruments

05Heat & Thermodynamics

Kinetic Theory of Gases, Laws of Thermodynamics, Entropy

06Electricity

Electrostatics, Current, DC, AC, Potential, Laws, Electromagnetism, EM Induction, Electronics, Devices

07Modern Physics

Relativity, Quantum Theory, Atomic Physics, Nuclear Physics

08Miscellaneous

Assorted topics in Physics

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English

20 MCQs

#	Topic	Sub-topics	Prepare
01	Reading Comprehension	Content & Context Understanding, Idiomatic & Colloquial Use of Language, Inference & Deductive Reasoning	Practice Lectures
02	Vocabulary	Synonyms, Antonyms	Practice Lectures
03	Correct Usage	Tense Agreement, Usage, Language Patterns	Practice Lectures
04	Miscellaneous	Assorted topics in English Language	Practice Lectures

01Reading Comprehension

Content & Context Understanding, Idiomatic & Colloquial Use of Language, Inference & Deductive Reasoning

02Vocabulary

Synonyms, Antonyms

03Correct Usage

Tense Agreement, Usage, Language Patterns

04Miscellaneous

Assorted topics in English Language

Practice MCQs Video Lectures

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