Virtual University Fee Structure for Local Students
Virtual University is a leading distance learning institution in Pakistan that offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The fee structure of VU is designed to be affordable and accessible for students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
The fee structure of VU is based on a per-credit-hour system, where students pay tuition fees based on the number of credit hours they are enrolled in each semester. The fee structure is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure that it remains competitive and affordable for students.
VU also offers various financial aid programs and scholarships to help students to manage their educational expenses. These include need-based scholarships and merit-based scholarships.
Degree Program | Admission Fee | Registration Fee | Security Fee | Admission Processing Fee | Semester Enrollment Fee | Per credit hour fee | Fee of Convocation | Fee payable at admission |
Associate Degree Programs | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 935 | 2,000 | 11,905 |
B.Ed | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 935 | 2,000 | 11,905 |
Bachelors | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 935 | 2,000 | 11,905 |
BS | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 935 | 2,000 | 11,905 |
MS | 7,000 | 2,500 | 10,000 | 500 | 3,000 | 2,750 | 2,000 | 31,250 |
Ph.D | 7,000 | 2,500 | 10,000 | 500 | 3,000 | 2,750 | 2,000 | 31,250 |
Diploma | 3,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 500 | 1,000 | 1,430 | – | 13,390 |
Specialization Certificate | 3,000 | 2,500 | – | 500 | 3,000 | 1,430 | – | 13,390 |
Zero Semester | 3,000 | – | – | 500 | – | — | 8,275 | |
Short Courses | 500 | 500 | – | 500 | – | 4,400 | – | 6,000 |
Important Note:
- The entry test fee of Rs. 1,000 is mandatory and cannot be refunded (where applicable)
- The degree verification fee is included in the admission fee from the previous institute
- Students will be required to pay a lab fee for practicals, which will be charged according to the following schedule:
Degree Programs | CS Programs | BioSciences Programs |
BS (including Bachelor and Associate Degree Programs) | 2,000 | 3,000 |
Masters | 2,000 | 3,000 |
MS | – | 5,000 |
Diploma | 2,000 | – |
- The fee for the thesis will be charged at the following rates (in addition to the per credit hour tuition fee):
- MS @ Rs. 15,000/-
- D. @ Rs. 25,000/-
- Research Fee
- MS students in Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Genetics, Zoology, Molecular Biology, and Biology will be charged a research fee of Rs. 25,000
- The fee for Ph.D. students is Rs. 50,000
(At the time of enrolling in research work, a research fee will be charged in addition to the thesis fee)
- The university requires a mandatory convocation fee of Rs. 2,000 to be paid at the time of pass-out to receive transcripts, degrees, and other certificates.
- Students will be required to make a one-time contribution of Rs. 1,000 towards the endowment fund for the entire duration of their degree program
- A fee collection charge of Rs. 100 per semester will be applied.
- A societies and sports fund fee of Rs. 500 per semester will be charged.
- The tuition fee will be charged for the full semester instead of on a per-credit-hour basis.
- The University may adjust the fee structure periodically.
Fee Structure of Disable students in Pakistan
The Virtual University offers a 50% discount on tuition fees for disabled students. To qualify, students must provide appropriate documentation of their disability.
This discount applies to all courses offered by the university, including undergraduate and graduate programs. The fee structure for disabled students is designed to make higher education more accessible and affordable for all.
Degree Program | Admission Fee | Registration Fee | Security Fee | Admission Processing Fee | Semester Enrollment Fee | Per credit hour fee | Fee of Convocation | Fee payable at admission |
Associate Degree Programs | 1,500 | 1,250 | 1,000 | 250 | 500 | – | 1,000 | 5,960 |
B.Ed | 1,500 | 1,250 | 1,000 | 250 | 500 | – | 1,000 | 5,960 |
Bachelors | 1,500 | 1,250 | 1,000 | 250 | 500 | – | 1,000 | 5,960 |
BS | 1,500 | 1,250 | 1,000 | 250 | 500 | – | 1,000 | 5,960 |
MS | 3,500 | 1,250 | 5,000 | 250 | 1,500 | – | 1,000 | — |
Ph.D | 3,500 | 1,250 | 5,000 | 250 | 1,500 | – | 1,000 | |
Diploma | 1,500 | 1,250 | 1,000 | 250 | 500 | – | – | 6,695 |
Specialization Certificate | 1,500 | 1,250 | – | 250 | 1,500 | – | – | 6,695 |
Zero Semester | 1,500 | – | – | 250 | – | – | – | 4,140 |
Short Courses | 250 | 250 | – | 250 | – | – | – | — |
Important Note:
- The entry test fee of Rs. 500 is mandatory and cannot be refunded (where applicable)
- The degree verification fee is included in the admission fee from previous institute
- Students will be required to pay a lab fee for practicals, which will be charged according to the following schedule:
Degree Programs | CS Programs | BioSciences Programs |
BS (including Bachelor and Associate Degree Programs) | 1,000 | 1,500 |
Masters | 1,000 | 1,500 |
MS | – | 2,500 |
Diploma | 1,000 | – |
- The fee for the thesis will be charged at the following rates (in addition to the per credit hour tuition fee):
- MS @ Rs. 7,500/-
- D. @ Rs. 12,500/-
- Research Fee
- MS students in Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Genetics, Zoology, Molecular Biology, and Biology will be charged a research fee of Rs. 12,500
- The fee for Ph.D. students is Rs. 25,000
- At the time of enrolling in research work, a research fee will be charged in addition to the thesis fee.
- The university requires a mandatory convocation fee of Rs. 1,000 to be paid at the time of pass-out to receive transcripts, degrees, and other certificates.
- Students will be required to make a one-time contribution of Rs. 500 towards the endowment fund for the entire duration of their degree program
- A fee collection charge of Rs. 50 per semester will be applied.
- The tuition fee will be charged for the full semester instead of on a per-credit-hour basis.
- The University may adjust the fee structure periodically.
Miscelience fee charges
Fee Type | Fee Description | Local (PKR) | Overseas (USD) |
Registrar Office | Duplicate ID Card | 500 | 20 |
Registrar Office | NOC Certificate / Migration Certificate | 500 | 20 |
Registrar Office | Bonafide Certificate (Student/CGPA/Statements/Project Completion) | 500 | 20 |
Registrar Office | Correction in Student’s Profile | 500 | 20 |
Registrar Office | Course Exemptions / Transfer of Credit | 1000 | 25 |
Registrar Office | Issuance of Course Contents | 1000 | 25 |
Registrar Office | Readmission | 2000 | 50 |
Registrar Office | Semester Freeze | 2000 | 50 |
Registrar Office | Conversion/Change of Degree Program | 2000 | 50 |
Registrar Office | Study Program Change (Bachelor) | 2000 | 50 |
Registrar Office | Study Program Change (Masters) | 4000 | 100 |
Examination | Rechecking | 500 | 20 |
Examination | Certificate Fee of each course | 500 | 20 |
Examination | Verification Fee for Documents/Degree | 500 | 20 |
Examination | Transcript Fee/Partial/Duplicate | 500 | 20 |
Examination | Degree Fee/Urgent/Duplicate | 2000 | 50 |
Examination | Correction & Reissuance of Transcript & set of certificates – before issuance of degree | 1000 | 25 |
Examination | Correction & Reissuance of Degree, Transcript & set of certificates – after issuance of degree | 3000 | 75 |
Examination | Date Sheet- Late Fee | 500 | 20 |
Examination | Date Sheet- Double Late Fee | 1000 | 25 |
Examination | Rescheduling Fee (for each paper) | 2000 | 25 |
Examination | Publication of early result of Thesis/Project | 5000 | – |
Rector’s Office | Challenge the verdict of the Unfair Means Committee/Discipline Advisory Board | 1000 | 25 |
Rector’s Office | Review Appeal against the decision of the Rector | 2000 | 50 |
Academics | Fee for submitting the final CS619 project deliverable late (within 15 days after the deadline) | 1500 | 50 |
Academics | A fee will be charged for submitting the last deliverable of the CS619 Final Year Project beyond the extended deadline, up to 15 days late | 3000 | 75 |