Overview
KMU in Peshawar provides integrated medical education with hands-on clinical training across multiple campuses, helping students pursue MBBS, BDS, Pharm-D, and allied health careers. With a network of experienced faculty and structured pathways, KMU supports students from admission through graduation and beyond into healthcare practice and research.
1. General Information
| Established | 2007 |
| Type | Public Sector Medical University |
| Location | Phase 5, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan |
| Chancellor | Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vice Chancellor | Prof. Dr. Zia Ul Haq (as of 2024) |
For students evaluating KMU among Pakistan’s public medical universities, you may also review Nishtar Medical University (NMU) in Multan, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU) in Islamabad, Aga Khan University (AKU), and University of Karachi (UoK) to understand program breadth, campus life, and admissions.
2. Academic Programs Khyber Medical University
Undergraduate Programs
KMU offers undergraduate degrees across medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and a wide set of allied health programs that support hospital-based and diagnostic roles.
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
- Pharm-D (Doctor of Pharmacy)
- BS Programs in:
- Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
- Cardiology & Cardiac Perfusion
- Dental Technology
- Radiology
- Surgical Technology
- Anesthesia Technology
- Optometry
- Emergency Technology
- Public Health
- Psychology & Behavioral Sciences
- Medical Microbiology
- Renal Dialysis
- Neurophysiology
- Health Technology
Postgraduate Programs
Postgraduate study at KMU spans clinical training, research-based degrees, and internationally recognized postgraduate fellowships and memberships.
- MS/MPhil in various medical and allied health sciences disciplines
- PhD programs
- FCPS (Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons)
- MCPS (Membership of the College of Physicians and Surgeons)
3. Campus Locations
KMU operates across multiple teaching locations, which can be helpful for students comparing regional access to labs, clinical exposure, and program-specific facilities.
When exploring options, you may also compare the campus networks of other public medical universities, like Nishtar Medical University (NMU) in Multan, Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Medical University (SZABMU) in Islamabad, and Bacha Khan University among others for broader context on facilities and student life.
- Kohat
- Mardan
- Swat
- Lakki Marwat
- Parachinar (Kurram)
- Islamabad
- Lower Dir
- Swabi
- Hazara (Mansehra)
4. Fee Structure (Approximate)
| Fee Type | Charges (PKR) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | 10,000 – 20,000 | One-time (Program Dependent) |
| Registration Fee | 2,000 – 3,000 | One-time |
| Tuition Fee | 40,000 – 80,000 | Per Semester (Program Dependent) |
| Examination Fee | 2,000 – 3,000 | Per Semester |
| Library Fee | 1,000 – 2,000 | Per Semester |
| Hostel Fee (Optional) | 20,000 – 30,000 | Per Semester |
| Transport Fee (Optional) | 2,000 – 5,000 | Per Semester (If availed) |
| Security Deposit | 5,000 | Refundable |
| Degree Fee | 5,000 – 10,000 | One-time at Degree Issuance |
Because fee schedules can change by intake and program, always confirm the latest charges from KMU’s official fee notifications for your selected degree.
5. Faculties and Departments
Department of Anatomy
KMU organizes academic and training units across medical and allied health areas. Depending on your discipline, you may find related institutes under the medical education and research umbrella as well.
- Department of Physiology
- Department of Biochemistry
- Department of Pharmacology
- Department of Pathology
- Faculty of Public Health & Social Sciences – Institute of Public Health & Social Sciences (IPH&SS)
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences – Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Institute of Paramedical Sciences
- Institute of Health Professions Education & Research
- Faculty of Dentistry – Institute of Dental Sciences (IDS), Kohat
- Faculty of Nursing – KMU Institute of Nursing Sciences
- Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences – Department of Physical Therapy
- Department of Speech & Language Therapy
- Faculty of Medical Education – KMU Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Kohat
- KMU Institute of Medical Sciences, DI Khan
- Faculty of Pharmacy – Department of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Life Sciences – Department of Microbiology
- Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics
- Faculty of Health Informatics – Department of Health Informatics
- Faculty of Public Health – Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics
- Research Centers – KMU Research Institute of Basic Medical Sciences
- KMU Research Institute of Public Health
If you are comparing dentistry options in Pakistan, you may also want to review similar program structures at Bacha Khan University and other regional institutions alongside KMU’s dental and allied health offerings.
6. Hostel
KMU hostel facilities are designed to support students who study away from home, particularly those attending campus-based programs across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Hostel Location Inside Main Campus, Phase-5 Hayatabad, Peshawar
- Rooms Type Single, Double, Triple Sharing Rooms
- Hostel Capacity Limited (Preference to outstation students)
- Wi-Fi Internet
- Mess/Cafeteria
- Laundry Facility
- 24/7 Security
- Common Room
- Study Area
- Mosque
For students comparing medical universities with multiple campus options, you may also review NMU, SZABMU, AKU, or BKU for housing and campus life resources.
For students also exploring medical universities with multiple campus options, see Nishtar Medical University (NMU) as another example of a public-sector medical setup in Pakistan.
7. Contact Information
- Address: Phase 5, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
- Phone: +92 91 9217703
- Email: info@kmu.edu.pk
- Website: kmu.edu.pk
