KU (UBIT) 2027 Study Plan — Entry Test Pattern & Syllabus
Last updated:Getting into the University of Karachi's UBIT comes down to three things: knowing the test overview, the paper pattern and the syllabus — with every reasoning and subject topic linked to its practice tests and lectures on the Maqsad app. This page walks you through all three, in order.
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Step 01 — Know the test overview
KU (UBIT) Entry Test 2027 — Overview & Subject Routes
What the test covers, how it's marked, and which subjects you sit.
Step 01 — Know the test overview
KU (UBIT) Entry Test 2027 — Overview & Subject Routes
What the test covers, how it's marked, and which subjects you sit.
The University of Karachi runs its own Bachelor Entrance Test — 100 MCQs worth 100 marks, with a 50% passing requirement. The 2027 admission cycle is expected to open around October 2026. The first 40 marks (English + IQ / General Knowledge) are compulsory for everyone; the remaining 60 marks are three subjects chosen to match your background.
100
Total marks
MCQs
Question type
50%
Passing
Oct 2026
Expected
Which Three Subjects Do You Sit?
The subject combination is set by your Intermediate background and the KU program you apply to. UBIT (Computer Science) applicants most commonly sit Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science. Always confirm the exact three subjects against the latest KU prospectus.
| Your Background | Subject Portion (3 × 20 marks) |
|---|---|
| F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) / A-Levels — Math, Physics, Chemistry | Mathematics · Physics · Chemistry |
| Intermediate in Computer Science (ICS) | Mathematics · Physics · Computer Science |
| F.Sc (Pre-Medical) | Biology · Physics · Chemistry |
| General Science / other Intermediate group | As specified for your chosen KU program |
Background
F.Sc (Pre-Engineering) / A-Levels — Math, Physics, Chemistry
Subject portion
Mathematics · Physics · Chemistry
Background
Intermediate in Computer Science (ICS)
Subject portion
Mathematics · Physics · Computer Science
Background
F.Sc (Pre-Medical)
Subject portion
Biology · Physics · Chemistry
Background
General Science / other Intermediate group
Subject portion
As specified for your chosen KU program
Verify before you apply. KU can revise its pattern each cycle — always cross-check against the official Bachelor test format, sample paper and the 2026 prospectus on the KU admissions portal.
Step 02 — Master the test pattern
KU Entry Test Paper Pattern
100 marks · MCQs · English 20 + IQ/GK 20 + three subjects × 20.
Step 02 — Master the test pattern
KU Entry Test Paper Pattern
100 marks · MCQs · English 20 + IQ/GK 20 + three subjects × 20.
Every candidate answers the same compulsory 40 marks — English and IQ / General Knowledge. The other 60 marks are your three background subjects, 20 marks each.
TapHover over a sector to see breakdown
| Section | Marks | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| English | 20 | 20% |
| IQ / General Knowledge | 20 | 20% |
| Subject 1 | 20 | 20% |
| Subject 2 | 20 | 20% |
| Subject 3 | 20 | 20% |
| Total | 100 | 100% |
Subjects 1–3 are your chosen background subjects (e.g. Mathematics, Physics & Computer Science for UBIT) — 20 marks each.
Step 03 — Cover the syllabus
KU (UBIT) Syllabus 2027 — Section-wise Breakdown
Section by section, topic-by-topic, with practice links for each.
Step 03 — Cover the syllabus
KU (UBIT) Syllabus 2027 — Section-wise Breakdown
Section by section, topic-by-topic, with practice links for each.
Compulsory portion (40 marks). Every candidate answers these — English and IQ / General Knowledge.
English
20 marks · 4 topics
English
20 marks · 4 topics
Sentence Completion
Watch a class
Worksheets
Reading Comprehension
Watch a class
Test yourself
Worksheets
Synonyms & Antonyms
Watch a class
Analogies
Watch a class
Test yourself
Weak on the basics? Work through the full Verbal Reasoning video lectures before drilling these topics.
IQ / Analytical Reasoning
part of 20 marks · 9 topics
IQ / Analytical Reasoning
part of 20 marks · 9 topics
Number Patterns
Watch a class
Test yourself
Geometric Patterns
Watch a class
Test yourself
Odd One Out
Watch a class
Test yourself
Directions
Watch a class
Test yourself
Averages & Age Problems
Watch a class
Test yourself
Percentages
Watch a class
Test yourself
Ratios
Test yourself
Basic Mathematics
Test yourself
Scenario-Based Reasoning
Watch a class
KU's IQ questions are logical-reasoning and basic-arithmetic MCQs. These ECAT Analytical & Quantitative drills cover the exact same question types.
General Knowledge
part of 20 marks · 7 topics
General Knowledge
part of 20 marks · 7 topics
Pakistan Studies
What to prepare
- History, important events & constitutional basics
Pakistan Geography
What to prepare
- Provinces, rivers, mountains, cities, borders & resources
Important National Events
What to prepare
- Pakistan Movement, independence & major national milestones
World Geography
What to prepare
- Countries, capitals, continents & major geographical features
General Science
What to prepare
- Everyday science & basic scientific facts
World Affairs
What to prepare
- Major organizations, countries & international facts
Current / General Knowledge
What to prepare
- Important recent facts & commonly tested GK
General Knowledge isn't on the Maqsad app yet — prepare these from a dedicated GK / current-affairs resource alongside your Maqsad practice.
Subject portion (60 marks). Prepare the three that match your background — every topic links straight to its practice MCQs and video lectures on the Maqsad app.
Mathematics
20 marks · 21 topics
Mathematics
20 marks · 21 topics
Number Systems
Watch a class
Test yourself
Sets, Functions & Groups
Test yourself
Quadratic Equations
Watch a class
Test yourself
Exponents & Logarithms
Watch a class
Test yourself
Partial Fractions
Test yourself
Binomial Theorem
Test yourself
Matrices & Determinants
Test yourself
Sequences & Series
Test yourself
Permutation & Combination
Test yourself
Probability
Test yourself
Fundamentals of Trigonometry
Trigonometric Identities
Test yourself
Solution of Triangles
Test yourself
Functions & Limits
Test yourself
Differentiation
Watch a class
Test yourself
Integration
Watch a class
Test yourself
Straight Lines
Watch a class
Test yourself
Linear Inequalities & Linear Programming
Watch a class
Test yourself
Circle
Test yourself
Parabola, Ellipse & Hyperbola
Test yourself
Vectors
Watch a class
Test yourself
Chapter-wise tests and lectures are still being added for some later chapters — use the full Math practice and lecture links below in the meantime.
Physics
20 marks · 18 topics
Physics
20 marks · 18 topics
Measurements
Test yourself
Scalars & Vectors
Test yourself
Kinematics & Dynamics
Test yourself
Work & Energy
Test yourself
Circular & Rotational Motion
Test yourself
Fluid Dynamics
Oscillations
Test yourself
Waves
Watch a class
Test yourself
Thermodynamics
Test yourself
Electrostatics
Test yourself
Current Electricity
Test yourself
Electromagnetism
Test yourself
Electromagnetic Induction
Test yourself
Alternating Current
Test yourself
Electronics
Test yourself
Modern Physics
Test yourself
Atomic Physics
Test yourself
Nuclear Physics
Test yourself
Chemistry
20 marks · 18 topics
Chemistry
20 marks · 18 topics
Atomic Structure
Watch a class
Test yourself
Chemical Bonding
Watch a class
Test yourself
Liquids & Solids
Watch a class
Test yourself
Stoichiometry
Watch a class
Test yourself
Thermochemistry
Watch a class
Test yourself
Chemical Equilibrium
Watch a class
Test yourself
Reaction Kinetics
Test yourself
Electrochemistry
Watch a class
Test yourself
Periodicity
Watch a class
Test yourself
Organic Chemistry — Fundamentals
Watch a class
Test yourself
Hydrocarbons
Test yourself
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Test yourself
Alkyl Halides
Test yourself
Alcohols, Phenols & Ethers
Test yourself
Aldehydes & Ketones
Test yourself
Carboxylic Acids
Test yourself
Macromolecules
Test yourself
Computer Science
20 marks · 11 topics
Computer Science
20 marks · 11 topics
Computer Fundamentals
Watch a class
Test yourself
Number Systems
Test yourself
Computer Architecture
Watch a class
Test yourself
Input & Output Devices
Watch a class
Test yourself
Software & Operating Systems
Watch a class
Test yourself
Data Communication & Networking
Watch a class
Test yourself
Programming Fundamentals
Watch a class
Test yourself
C / C++
Test yourself
Control Structures
Test yourself
Important Terms
Watch a class
Test yourself
Pick the three subjects that match your Intermediate background and target KU program — UBIT (Computer Science) applicants most commonly take Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science. Biology isn't on the Maqsad app yet, so pre-medical applicants should pair this with a separate Biology resource.
