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PIFD Admissions 2026 — PhD in Design & PhD in Design Management (Lahore)
PIFD Admissions 2026 · Lahore · Dawn,
Admission advertisement published in Dawn on Sunday, 2 August 2026, listed under Lahore. Issued by PIFD Admissions 2026. The last date printed on the advertisement was Tuesday, 8 September 2026 and has passed.
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Issuer: Pakistan Institute of Fashion & Design (PIFD), Lahore. PIFD is inviting applications for Admissions 2026 to its Ph.D. programmes in Design and in Design Management.
Programs and key details:
| Program | Key eligibility | Experience | Credit Hours / Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. in Design | 18 years of education in design or a relevant field with a minimum CGPA 3.0 (semester system) or equivalent (First/2nd division) in annual system. Candidates with 16 years of education may be considered with a minimum CGPA 2.5 (semester) or equivalent for intra-disciplinary qualification as per HEC & PIFD Graduate Research Policy & Procedures (2006). | Not specified | Total credit hours: 68; Minimum duration: 3 years; Maximums shown: coursework/part-time/overall as listed; Thesis/Dissertation & Creative Work: 30 credit hours; Maximum programme duration indicated as up to 8 years. |
| Ph.D. in Design Management | Minimum CGPA 3.0 (semester) or First Division (annual) in MPhil/MS or equivalent (18 years of education) from an HEC-recognized university/institute in Design Management, Marketing, or a relevant field. | Minimum one year of professional work experience after completion of 18 years of education is required for intra-disciplinary qualification (as per HEC & PIFD policy). | Total credit hours: 68; see programme duration and thesis credit hours above. |
Additional application requirements (selected):
- Research proposal / Statement of Purpose (minimum ~1500 words): include topic/area of interest, rationale, problem statement, research questions, objectives, and proposed methodology. Times New Roman, font size 12, line spacing 1.15 recommended.
- Personal statement.
- Two strong reference letters with contact details (academic and professional).
- Strong professional portfolio or digitally updated work and relevant work experience.
- Attested copies of degrees and transcripts.
- For full detailed requirements, applicants are directed to visit the PIFD website.
Application fee and submission method:
- Processing fee: Rs. 2,000. To be submitted online or deposited to A/C # 50007910297603 (HBL, Expo Centre Branch, Johar Town, Lahore).
- Applicants will submit their processing fee online or by deposit as above.
Important dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 2026-09-08 |
| Aptitude test | 2026-09-13 |
Contact & application information:
- Registrar, Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design, 51-Main Johar Town, Lahore.
- Phone: +92 42 99232951–7; Admission Office Ext. 148, 549, 150.
- Website: www.pifd.edu.pk
- Email: [email protected]
Note: Applicants should consult the PIFD website for full application instructions, deadlines, and detailed admission requirements.
Published in Dawn on Sunday, 2 August 2026. DailyAds.pk indexes newspaper advertisements; the original notice and the issuing organisation remain the source for final terms and eligibility.
Questions about this admission
- What is the last date for this admission?
- The advertisement prints Tuesday, 8 September 2026. That date has passed.
- Which newspaper published this admission?
- Dawn, in the edition of Sunday, 2 August 2026.
- Which city is this admission for?
- Lahore — the location listed for this advertisement.
- How do I respond to this admission?
- Follow the instructions printed in the clipping; the advertiser’s own page is linked from this one. Applications are not submitted through this page.
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