About Islamic University of Science and Technology
Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) is a state university at Awantipora in Pulwama, Kashmir, set up in 2005, offering engineering, architecture, nursing, science, management and humanities courses.
IUST was created under a 2005 Act of the Jammu and Kashmir legislature, began functioning in November 2005 and started teaching in July 2006. Its campus is at Awantipora in Pulwama district, south of Srinagar. It runs B.Tech in several branches, B.Arch, B.Sc Nursing and allied health degrees, four-year B.A. and B.Sc. programmes, MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Sc and M.A. courses, polytechnic diplomas and PhD research. The university is accredited by NAAC with grade B+. For 2026, B.Tech tuition is ₹36,000 per semester on regular seats.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Engineering | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | ₹6,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Architecture Accepts: NATA; JEE Main Paper 2A |
Full-time | 5 yrs | — | ₹62,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹30,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹20,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹30,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Science in Nursing Accepts: J&K BOPEE |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹76,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Main |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | ₹72,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Arts Accepts: CUET-PG |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹30,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Business Administration Accepts: CMAT; MAT; CUET-PG |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹72,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Computer Applications Accepts: CUET-PG |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹40,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Science Accepts: CUET-PG |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹30,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Master of Technology Accepts: GATE; CUET-PG |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹72,000 | — 2026–27 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Merit
Applications are made online only; the fee is ₹500 for one programme and ₹200 for each extra programme. B.Tech seats go on JEE Main (Paper I) 2026 scores, while four-year UG and other UG programmes admit on Class 12 percentage. MBA uses CMAT, then MAT, then CUET-PG; M.Tech uses GATE, then CUET-PG; other PG courses use CUET-PG. B.Sc Nursing and allied health seats are filled through J&K BOPEE, and B.Arch through CSAB.
Typical eligibility
- Diploma in Engineering: Studying in: Class 10; Must have studied: Mathematics; Must have studied: English; Science also compulsory
- Bachelor of Architecture: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCM); NATA or JEE Main Paper 2 as required by the institution
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing: Studying in: Class 12; Stream: Science (PCB); Must have studied: English; At least 45% marks in Class 12; minimum age 17 on 31 December of the admission year
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Computer Applications: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; BCA, B.Sc (CS/IT) or equivalent
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Rankings and accreditation
Accreditation
- NAAC B+
Where these courses lead
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get B.Tech admission at IUST?
B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main (Paper I) 2026 scores
What is the B.Tech tuition fee at IUST?
The 2026 admission guidelines list ₹36,000 per semester for regular B.Tech seats, plus a ₹2,200 admission fee
Which test is used for MBA at IUST?
CMAT is preferred, then MAT, then CUET-PG 2026.
What is the NAAC grade of IUST?
The university says it is accredited by NAAC with grade B+.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- IUST home page · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- All Programmes · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Admission Guidelines 2026 · Prospectus PDF, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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