UET Lahore Combined Entrance Test 2026 Admission Open | ECAT 2026
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UET Lahore Combined Entrance Test 2026 Admission Open | ECAT 2026
Admissions are now officially open for UET Lahore Combined Entrance Test 2026 (First) for candidates seeking admission in B.Sc. Engineering programs, Computing, and other disciplines offered by the University of Engineering & Technology Lahore and affiliated engineering institutions across Punjab.
With more than 104 years of academic excellence, UET Lahore continues to be one of Pakistan’s most trusted public sector engineering universities. The Combined Entrance Test (ECAT 2026) is mandatory for admission into public sector engineering institutions of Punjab and is conducted under the guidelines of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).
This is the first entrance test for the year 2026, and its score will be valid for Fall 2026 admissions at UET Lahore and its campuses.
Programs Covered Under ECAT 2026
The Combined Entrance Test 2026 is required for admission in:
- B.Sc. Engineering Programs
- Computing Programs
- Other related disciplines offered by UET Lahore
There is no passing threshold for any program, and no negative marking in ECAT.
Entrance Test Format & Subjects
- Test Level: Intermediate (F.Sc.)
- Test Duration: 100 minutes
- Total Questions: 100
- Marks Per Question: 4
Subject Combinations:
Candidates will appear in one of the following combinations:
- Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry & English
- Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science & English
- Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science & English
- Mathematics, Statistics, Physics & English
DAE candidates may choose from:
- Physics, Mathematics & English
- Chemistry, Mathematics & English
- Computer Science, Mathematics & English
Test Schedule (ECAT 2026 – First)
- Test Dates: Monday to Friday
- From: March 30, 2026
- To: April 03, 2026
Candidates will appear at their allocated test centers as mentioned on the Admit Card.
Test Centers
The Combined Entrance Test will be conducted at multiple centers including:
- Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan
- Islamia University Bahawalpur (Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus)
- NFC Institute of Engineering & Technology, Multan
- University of Engineering & Technology Lahore (Main Campus & Sub-Campuses)
- University of Engineering & Technology Taxila
- Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering & Information Technology, Rahim Yar Khan
- University of Gujrat
- Other designated centers across Punjab
Application Process for UET ECAT 2026
- Visit the ECAT Portal
- Generate Challan / Token Number
- Pay the Application Processing Fee of Rs. 3,000
- Fill out the online application form
- Select your preferred test center carefully
- Submit the application before the deadline
Important Dates to Remember
- Last Date to Purchase Online Token:
Sunday, March 22, 2026 - Printing of Admit Card / Entrance Roll Number:
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 (Evening) - Result Announcement:
Friday, April 17, 2026
Required Documents at Test Center
Candidates must bring original photo ID. Acceptable documents include:
- Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)
- Juvenile Card issued by NADRA
- Original Matric / Intermediate Certificate with photograph
- Computerized Domicile with photograph
- Computerized Form-B issued by NADRA
Failure to present a valid photo ID may result in disqualification from the test.
General Instructions
- Candidates must report at the exact allotted time and venue
- Late entry will not be allowed
- The test is fully automated
- No re-checking facility is available
- Entrance test fee is non-refundable and non-transferable
- UET Lahore reserves the right to change policies when required
Admission Office Contact
Admission Office – UET Lahore
Phone: 042-99029216, 042-99029452
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is ECAT mandatory for UET Lahore admission 2026?
Yes, appearing in the Combined Entrance Test 2026 is mandatory for admission in engineering and computing programs offered by UET Lahore.
Is there any negative marking in ECAT 2026?
No, there is no negative marking in the UET Combined Entrance Test.
How many times can I attempt ECAT in 2026?
Applicants are allowed multiple chances, and this is the first ECAT of 2026.
What is the validity of ECAT 2026 result?
The ECAT 2026 (First) result will be valid for Fall 2026 admissions at UET Lahore.
Can DAE students apply for ECAT 2026?
Yes, DAE candidates can appear with approved subject combinations.
When will the ECAT 2026 result be announced?
The result will be announced on Friday, April 17, 2026.
