Are you hoping to secure admission in COMSATS University Islamabad? Your best plan is to check the expected closing merit for Fall 2025, so you can assess your chances early and avoid missing out on other opportunities. This blog is written based on the first official merit list, recent past merit trends (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025), and expected drops in upcoming merit lists. We’ve kept everything simple and to the point for students who want clear answers.
Note: The first merit list for Fall 2025 admissions at COMSATS Islamabad has been announced. If you’re aiming for admission, now is the time to see where you stand.
First Merit List Comsats Islamabad Fall 2025
COMSATS Islamabad Fall 2025 These are the actual closing aggregates from the 1st merit list issued by the university:
| Program | First Merit Closing (%) |
|---|---|
| BS Computer Science | 88.89% |
| BS Artificial Intelligence | 88.53% |
| BS Software Engineering (Non-Engg) | 86.69% |
| BS Data Science | 87.11% |
| BS Cyber Security | 87.51% |
| BS Business Data Analytics | 77.09% |
| BS Accounting and Finance | 71.75% |
| BS Business Administration | 64.41% |
| BS Psychology | 62.68% |
| BS Media & Communication Studies | 61.89% |
| BS International Relations | 70.13% |
| BS Bioinformatics | 70.12% |
| BS Biosciences | 55.32% |
| BS Math with Data Science | 60.05% |
| BS Math | 52.01% |
| BS Chemistry | 50.29% |
| BS Physics | 55.75% |
| BS English | 56.34% |
| BS Economics | 50.05% |
| BS Economics with Data Science | 65.00% |
| BS Electronics and Computing | 70.06% |
| BS Computer Engineering | 82.14% |
| BS Electrical Engineering | 70.68% |
| BS Electrical and Electronics Engg | 67.16% |
| BS Remote Sensing and GIS | 60.67% |
COMSATS Islamabad is among the top public universities in Pakistan, boasting leading programs in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and more. Competition is strong, especially in tech-related fields.
Spring 2025 Official Closing Merit – COMSATS Islamabad
Here’s the official final closing merit for Spring 2025, pulled from COMSATS Islamabad’s admissions office:
| Program | Final Closing Merit (%) |
|---|---|
| BS Computer Science | 88.26 |
| BS Artificial Intelligence | 87.69 |
| BS Software Engineering (Non‑Engineering) | 87.20 |
| BS Data Science | 86.52 |
| BS Cyber Security | 86.74 |
| BS Business Data Analytics | 73.68 |
| BS Accounting & Finance | 63.10 |
| BS Economics with Data Science | 52.56 |
| BS Psychology | 50.77 |
| BS Media & Communication Studies | 51.35 |
| BS Business Administration | 55.54 |
| BS Electronics & Computing | 66.05 |
| BS Bioinformatics, Biosciences, Chemistry, etc. (50–60% range) | — |
Fall 2025 Closing Merit (Expected) Comsats Islamabad
Based on recent trends (small semester-by-semester increases/decreases), here are the expected closing merit ranges for Fall 2025 at COMSATS Islamabad.
Expected Merit – 2nd and 3rd Lists (Fall 2025) Every year, we see a small drop in each list due to students leaving seats or securing admission elsewhere. Here’s what you can expect:
| Program | Expected 2nd List | Expected 3rd List |
| BS Computer Science | 88.3 – 88.5% | 88.0 – 88.2% |
| BS Artificial Intelligence | 88.0 – 88.2% | 87.7 – 88.0% |
| BS Software Engineering | 86.2 – 86.5% | 85.9 – 86.1% |
| BS Data Science | 86.7 – 87.0% | 86.3 – 86.6% |
| BS Cyber Security | 87.0 – 87.2% | 86.7 – 87.0% |
| BS Business Data Analytics | 76.0 – 76.5% | 75.5 – 76.0% |
| Other Programs (like BBA, A&F) | Drop of ~0.5% | Another ~0.5% |
Comparison with Past Merit Lists here’s how the closing merit has changed over recent semesters:
| Program | Fall 2024 | Spring 2025 | Fall 2025 (1st) |
| BS CS | ~88.4% | 88.26% | 88.89% |
| BS AI | ~87.6% | 87.69% | 88.53% |
| BS SE | ~86.0% | 87.20% | 86.69% |
| BS DS | ~86.1% | 86.52% | 87.11% |
When Will 2nd List Be Announced? The second merit list is expected around August 1, 2025. If you’re close to the 1st list merit, wait for the 2nd and 3rd lists. You still have a good chance.
COMSATS Islamabad Admission Schedule – Fall 2025
| Event | Date |
| Admissions Closed | July 17, 2025 |
| NTS/NAT Test | July 27–28, 2025 (expected) |
| 1st Merit List | July 26, 2025 |
| 2nd Merit List | August 1, 2025 (expected) |
| Fee Submission (1st List) | August 2–4, 2025 |
| 3rd Merit List | August 7–8, 2025 (expected) |
| Classes Begin | September 2025 |
FAQs
Q: When will the 2nd merit list of COMSATS Islamabad Fall 2025 be announced?
The second merit list is expected to be released on August 1, 2025.
Q: What is the closing merit for BS Computer Science in the 1st list of Fall 2025?
The closing merit for BS CS in the first list is 88.89%.
Q: Can I get admission in BS AI with 88%?
Yes, 88% is within the expected range for the 2nd merit list in BS Artificial Intelligence.
Q: How much does the merit drop in 2nd and 3rd lists at COMSATS Islamabad?
Merit usually drops by around 0.3% to 0.7% in the 2nd and 3rd lists, depending on the program.
Q: How many merit lists does COMSATS Islamabad release in total?
COMSATS usually announces 3 to 4 merit lists, based on how many students confirm their seats.
Q: What was the trend in merit from Fall 2024 to Fall 2025?
The merit for programs like CS and AI increased slightly from Fall 2024 to Fall 2025 because of more competition.
What to do?
- Apply early and complete your application before July 17 deadline.
- Clear NTS/NAT with strong scores, as test marks hold 50% weight.
- Aim ~0.5% above projected closing merit to secure early merit lists.
- Track official COMSATS portal for real-time merit list updates.
- Follow our blogs regularly 🙂