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Paktia University

· Public University · Est. 2003

#19 in Afghanistan Admissions open
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Public University
Founded
2003
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Paktia University at a glance

  1. Where it stands

    On Educads it is #19 of the ranked universities in Afghanistan, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 939 times (h-index 14), according to OpenAlex.

  2. Ranked near it in Afghanistan

    Universities placed just above and below Paktia University on Educads:

    #17 Bamiyan University#18 Al-Birony University#20 Khurasan University#21 Parwan University

Questions about Paktia University

Is Paktia University a good university?

On Educads it is #19 of the ranked universities in Afghanistan, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 939 times (h-index 14), according to OpenAlex.

Overview

Paktia University is a public university in Gardez, which is the capital of Paktia Province in eastern Afghanistan. It is under the Ministry of Higher Education, which is headquartered in Kabul. The current chancellor of the university is Sheikh Mawlawi Sifatullah Haqqani. His predecessor was Abdul Hakim Hamdi.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Afghanistan.

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Last updated 22 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.