World-class education across Canada's globally ranked universities and institutes.
Official admission benchmarks for undergraduate and postgraduate Pakistani applicants.
| Requirement | Undergraduate | Graduate / Master's |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Record | HSSC / A-Levels, 65%+ marks | 4-year Bachelor's, 70%+ / 3.0 GPA |
| IELTS | 6.0 overall (min 6.0 each band) | 6.5 overall |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 - 86 | 86 - 90 |
| PTE Academic | 58 - 60 | 60 - 65 |
| Duolingo English Test | 105 - 110 | 110 - 115 |
| Category | Estimated Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Degree | $20,000 - $35,000 |
| Graduate / Master's Degree | $15,000 - $30,000 |
| College Diploma Program | $12,000 - $18,000 |
| Living Expenses (incl. GIC ~$20,635) | $12,000 - $15,000+ |
6 steps to obtaining your Canadian Study Permit.
Receive a Letter of Acceptance from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
Apply online through IRCC, submitting proof of funds and language scores.
Provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo).
Complete a medical exam, if required.
Receive study permit approval / Port of Entry (POE) letter.
Travel to Canada; get the study permit stamped/issued at the border.
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Apply within 180 days of your completion letter. Programs of 2+ years (or Master's degrees) qualify for up to a 3-year open work permit; shorter programs (8 months-2 years) receive a permit matching the study duration. A language test (CLB 7 for degree graduates, CLB 5 for college graduates) is required for applications since November 2024.
Permanent Residency: Gain 1 year of skilled Canadian work experience on a PGWP, then apply through Express Entry - Canadian Experience Class or a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP). The PGWP is non-renewable, so timing your PR application is essential.
Study permit approvals remain capped nationally, and PGWP eligibility for diploma/certificate programs now depends on IRCC-approved fields of study linked to labour-market needs. Study permits for prerequisite/pathway programs (e.g. English language bridging) are valid only for the program length plus 90 days. Confirm current DLI and PGWP-eligibility status before enrolling.
