National University of Sciences and Technology
(NUST)
About
The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) is a Pakistani multi-campus public research university with its main campus in Islamabad and six other campuses in four cities, covering all provinces, as well as 18 constituent institutions in total. The university offers degrees in multiple disciplines e.g., engineering, computer sciences, natural sciences, business studies, humanities, a...
The National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) is a Pakistani multi-campus public research university with its main campus in Islamabad and six other campuses in four cities, covering all provinces, as well as 18 constituent institutions in total. The university offers degrees in multiple disciplines e.g., engineering, computer sciences, natural sciences, business studies, humanities, architecture as well as law and health sciences.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 590 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 25 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 12,468
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 12.0 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 5%
- Female : Male
- 38 : 62
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
13 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and Fuels | =121 | 61.1 | 2027 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | =127 | 49.6 | 2027 |
| Civil Engineering | =159 | 33.7 | 2027 |
| Engineering | =181 | 57.2 | 2027 |
| Chemical Engineering | =193 | 52.6 | 2027 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 243 | 24.5 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 247 | 50.0 | 2027 |
| Computer Science | =270 | 42.1 | 2027 |
| Materials Science | =307 | 42.1 | 2027 |
| Physical Chemistry | =330 | 49.7 | 2027 |
| Chemistry | =397 | 48.2 | 2027 |
| Environment/Ecology | =457 | 40.5 | 2027 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 660 | 33.4 | 2027 |
ARWU
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Civil Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Computer Science | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
THE
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 401–500 | 39.1 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 401–500 | 40.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 401–500 | 34.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 401–500 | 36.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of National University of Sciences and Technology?
National University of Sciences and Technology's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 801-900, US News Rank =590.
When was National University of Sciences and Technology founded?
National University of Sciences and Technology was founded in 1991.
What are the top subjects at National University of Sciences and Technology?
Top subjects at National University of Sciences and Technology include: Energy and Fuels, Green and Sustainable Science and Technology, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Chemical Engineering.
Where is National University of Sciences and Technology located?
National University of Sciences and Technology is located in Islamabad, Pakistan.