The National College of Arts (NCA), Gilgit Campus, a Federal Chartered Institute, has announced admissions for Associate Degree Programmes for the Academic Session 2026. This is a golden opportunity for students across Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, Islamabad Federal Territory, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Erstwhile FATA, Balochistan, Sindh, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
Programmes Offered
- Miniature Painting
- Painting
- Sculpture
- Visual Communication Design
- Textile Design
- Architecture
- Fashion Design
- Multimedia Art
- Music
- Film & Television
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have passed FA/F.Sc or equivalent qualification with minimum 45% (2nd division).
- Equivalence Certificate issued from IBCC is compulsory for qualifications other than Intermediate.
- No age limit.
Special Note:
- Applicants domiciled in Erstwhile FATA with minimum 40% marks are eligible to apply.
- Students awaiting results may apply with roll number slip or hope certificate.
- Admission confirmation requires submission of attested SSC/HSSC documents or IBCC equivalence.
Important Dates
Deadline for Application: Extended to 6th April, 2026
Test Date: Will be announced later.
Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply:
- Download the admission form and prospectus from the official website: www.nca.edu.pk or collect from NCA campuses (Gilgit, Lahore, Rawalpindi).
- Fill out the admission form carefully with all required details.
- Attach attested copies of academic documents.
- Submit the completed form to the admission office before the deadline.
Facilities & Scholarships
- Affordable fee structure
- Need-cum-merit based scholarships available
- Hostel facility for female students
- Limited hostel seats for male students
Provincial Admission Centres
Lahore: National College of Arts, Lahore-Pakistan | Ph: +92-42-99210599
Rawalpindi: National College of Arts, Rawalpindi Campus | Ph: +92-51-9290196
Gilgit: National College of Arts, Gilgit Campus | Ph: +92-5811-920189
Contact Information
Deputy Registrar, NCA Lahore
Email: deputyregistrar@nca.edu.pk / kamal.yousaf@nca.edu.pk
Vice Chancellor: Prof. Dr. Murtaza Jafri
Ph: 042-99210501, 99210599 | Website: www.nca.edu.pk
Email: admission.gilgit@nca.edu.pk
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online
- Visit the official NCA website: www.nca.edu.pk
- Navigate to the Admissions section and select “Associate Degree Programmes – Gilgit Campus”.
- Download the admission form and prospectus.
- Fill in the form with accurate details.
- Scan and attach attested copies of required documents.
- Submit the form online or send it to the admission office before 6th April, 2026.
- Keep a copy of the submitted form and documents for your record.
Students awaiting results or currently enrolled in intermediate programs are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a unique chance to pursue creative education at one of Pakistan’s most prestigious institutions.