Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University (STMU) is a top-tier private sector university in Islamabad, established in 2012. Attached to the renowned Shifa International Hospitals Ltd., STMU is widely recognized for its clinical training in medical, nursing, and allied health sciences.
The university has expanded into computer science, management sciences, and social humanities, offering a well-rounded academic portfolio.
Accreditations & Approvals
- Higher Education Commission (HEC): Fully chartered private sector degree-awarding institution.
- Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (PMDC): Regulates MBBS and BDS programs.
- Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP): Accredits the 5-year Pharm-D program.
- Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC): Regulates all undergraduate and postgraduate nursing degrees.
- College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP): Recognized for postgraduate FCPS residency training.
Constituent Faculties & Colleges
- Shifa College of Medicine (SCM): Conducts MBBS and clinical research.
- Shifa College of Dentistry (SCD): Offers BDS and specialized oral health training.
- Shifa College of Nursing & Midwifery (SCNM): Offers BS Nursing, Post-RN, and Master’s programs.
- Shifa College of Pharmaceutical & Allied Health Sciences: Manages Pharm-D, DPT, and Medical Technology.
- Department of Computing & Management Sciences: Offers BS Computer Science, BBA, and software engineering fields.
Academic Programs Offered
Undergraduate Degrees (Bachelors / Professional)
- Medical & Health Sciences: MBBS (5 Years), BDS (4 Years), Pharm-D (5 Years), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT, 5 Years).
- Nursing & Allied Health: BS Nursing (Generic 4 Years & Post-RN 2 Years), BS Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT), BS Anesthesiology, BS Radiology, BS Speech & Language Pathology, BS Audiology.
- Computing & Technology: BS Computer Science (BS CS), BS Software Engineering.
- Business & Humanities: BBA (4 Years), BS Accounting & Finance, BS Health Services Management, BS Clinical Psychology, BS English Literature.
Graduate & Doctoral Programs (MS / MPhil / PhD)
- Master’s / MPhil: MS Physical Therapy (MSPT), MS Clinical Psychology, Master of Health Professions Education (MHPE), MPhil Pharmacology, MBA (Executive & Regular), MS Management Sciences.
- PhD: PhD Clinical Psychology, PhD Pharmacology, PhD Dentistry, PhD Management Sciences.
- Certificates & Diplomas: Early Childhood Care & Education (ECCE), PGD Bioethics, PGD Clinical Psychology.
Admissions & Merit Criteria
MBBS & BDS Eligibility
- FSc (Pre-Medical) / A-Level: Minimum 60% aggregate.
- MDCAT Score: Must meet current PMDC qualifying percentiles (at least 55% for MBBS, 50% for BDS).
- Merit Formula: 10% Matric + 40% FSc + 50% MDCAT.
Allied Health, Pharm-D & Computing Admissions
- Candidates must pass Intermediate (FSc Pre-Medical / Pre-Engineering / ICS) with a minimum of 50%–60% marks depending on the discipline.
- STMU conducts its own University Entrance Test & Interview for Allied Health, Nursing, and Computing admissions.
Estimated Fee Structure (Per Semester / Year)
- MBBS / BDS (Open Merit): PMDC capped annual tuition fees (approx. PKR 1,900,000 – 2,400,000 per year for local students).
- Pharm-D & DPT: Approx. PKR 250,000 – 290,000 per semester.
- BS Nursing / Allied Health Sciences: Approx. PKR 140,000 – 188,000 per semester.
- BS Computer Science / BBA: Approx. PKR 120,000 – 150,000 per semester.
Facilities & Teaching Hospital
- Clinical Training: Students train directly at Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad, a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited tertiary care unit.
- Hostels: Purpose-built, secured accommodation for out-station female and male students.
- Scholarships: Financial support via HEC Need-Based Scholarships, STMU Merit Grants, and Endowment Funds for eligible students.
How to Apply
- Visit the portal at stmu.edu.pk.
- Register an account and select your target faculty and program.
- Upload academic transcripts, MDCAT result (if applicable), CNIC/B-Form, and paid bank challan.
- Appear for the university entry test/interview as scheduled.
You can explore the STMU Department of Management Sciences Overview to learn more about the degree options and learning environment at their Islamabad campus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
STMU operates as a private, chartered university established under the Government of Pakistan. It holds active recognition from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and maintains accreditation with professional regulators including PMDC, PNC, and the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan.
All mandatory clinical rotations, clerkships, and practical training take place at Shifa International Hospitals Ltd. (Islamabad) — a 500+ bed, JCI-accredited tertiary care facility that serves as the university’s principal teaching hospital.
Applicants need:
- Minimum 60% in FSc Pre-Medical (or an equivalent qualification)
- A qualifying score in the provincial MDCAT — at least 55% for MBBS and 50% for BDS
Final merit is computed using the PMDC-standard formula: 10% Matric, 40% FSc, and 50% MDCAT.
Yes. While MBBS and BDS admissions are processed strictly through MDCAT, STMU administers its own university-level entry test and interview for programs in Allied Health Sciences (DPT, BS MLT, etc.), Nursing, Computer Science, and Business Administration.
STMU offers on-campus managed hostel facilities for out-of-city students. Availability is limited and priority is given based on academic merit and home distance — early application during the admission window is strongly recommended.
