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COMSATS University Islamabad
(CIIT)
About
The COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), formerly known as COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT), is a public university in Pakistan. It is a multi-campus university with its principal seat located in Islamabad. Comsats was envisioned as Pakistan's first exclusive Institute of Information Technology. In the latest QS University Rankings, CUI ranked 1st in Pakistan and 801–1000 in the w...
The COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI), formerly known as COMSATS Institute of Information Technology (CIIT), is a public university in Pakistan. It is a multi-campus university with its principal seat located in Islamabad. Comsats was envisioned as Pakistan's first exclusive Institute of Information Technology. In the latest QS University Rankings, CUI ranked 1st in Pakistan and 801–1000 in the world. Nationally it is ranked top-most in Computer Sciences and IT category. COMSATS is also highly regarded as one of the finest Engineering School in the country. COMSATS is often seen as in academic race with other best Universities like NUST, FAST and GIKI. COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) is under the administration of the Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 410 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 55 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 33,193
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 15.8 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 39 : 61
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
26 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | =28 | 80.7 | 2027 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | 67 | 61.9 | 2027 |
| Polymer Science | =105 | 43.3 | 2027 |
| Optics | 114 | 53.9 | 2027 |
| Water Resources | =141 | 32.2 | 2027 |
| Engineering | =142 | 61.0 | 2027 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =151 | 58.1 | 2027 |
| Environmental Engineering | =154 | 42.0 | 2027 |
| Artificial Intelligence | =178 | 39.2 | 2027 |
| Chemical Engineering | =179 | 53.8 | 2027 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =207 | 41.8 | 2027 |
| Computer Science | =216 | 45.5 | 2027 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | =226 | 36.1 | 2027 |
| Energy and Fuels | =226 | 50.8 | 2027 |
| Chemistry | =290 | 51.7 | 2027 |
| Physical Chemistry | =299 | 51.5 | 2027 |
| Environment/Ecology | =303 | 46.9 | 2027 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =316 | 48.4 | 2027 |
| Materials Science | =333 | 40.9 | 2027 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =341 | 43.3 | 2027 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | 345 | 35.4 | 2027 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =431 | 39.9 | 2027 |
| Geosciences | =453 | 22.6 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 493 | 21.0 | 2027 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =524 | 26.6 | 2027 |
| Clinical Medicine | =638 | 38.7 | 2027 |
ARWU
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Civil Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Chemical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Business Administration | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 401-500 | - | 2018 |
| Environmental Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Public Health | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
QS
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | =111 | 68.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =180 | 62.3 | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =221 | 68.5 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 251-275 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Accounting & Finance | 301-375 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =365 | 64.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
THE
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 401–500 | 39.1 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 401–500 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 401–500 | 36.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 501–600 | 35.5 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of COMSATS University Islamabad?
COMSATS University Islamabad's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =639, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 801-900, US News Rank =410.
When was COMSATS University Islamabad founded?
COMSATS University Islamabad was founded in 1998.
What are the top subjects at COMSATS University Islamabad?
Top subjects at COMSATS University Islamabad include: Mathematics, Green and Sustainable Science and Technology, Polymer Science, Optics, Water Resources.
Where is COMSATS University Islamabad located?
COMSATS University Islamabad is located in Islamabad, Pakistan.