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Pakistan Institute of Development Economics

Information updated 14.08.2026

Pakistan Institute of Development Economics ( PIDE ) – public higher education institution in Pakistan. PIDEstarted accepting students in 1957. Pakistan Institute of Development Economics has garnered a reputation of a strong educational institution as it is among the top 60 universities of Pakistan. Application process and the cost of tuition. The admission is based on the results of the examinations. More than a half (60%) of the applicants manage to secure their spot at PIDE, however, the percentage may change depending on the faculty and the popularity of the course. The academic year consists of two semesters.

As a state university, PIDE provides scholarships to remarkable students. The composition of the university. Pakistan Institute of Development Economics is relatively small, teaching about 500 students on average. Both citizens and foreigners are able to apply. The teaching staff of PIDE is composed of 199 academic specialists. The university offers its students and the academic staff to participate in the international exchange programs. Infrastructure of PIDE. The university has its own library. For those who require accommodations dormitories on and off campus are offered.