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Engr. Sumair Saeed – Director CATI
Engr. Sumair Saeed
Rector
RECTOR'S MESSAGE

Welcome to National Aviation University

Let me take this opportunity to interact with you all through our social platforms. As we are entering the new year, let me share that 2025 was a successful year for all of us at CATI, where we achieved several landmark goals and are continuing to strive for more. I have noted your interest in CATI and appreciate the interaction you all have with our content. I personally review your suggestions and assure you that efforts are being made to incorporate them.

We are pleased to see people joining our community of aviation enthusiasts, and moving forward, we have exciting plans for our social media sites, which I am confident you will find engaging. As we progress in 2026, we are advancing towards our CATI Vision 2030, working diligently to achieve our goals and transform CATI into a world-leading aviation institute. For that, we seek your continued support, sincere prayers, and valuable feedback.

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LATEST NEWS

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14TH ESP (EXPERIENCE SHARING PLATFORM)

April 17, 2025

14TH ESP (EXPERIENCE SHARING PLATFORM)

12th CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

February 20, 2025

12TH CPD (Continuing Professional Development) HUMAN FACTORS IN AVIATION SAFETY ENGINEERING

11th CPD: CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND NEGOTIATION

November 14, 2024

11th CPD (Continuing Professional Development) CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND NEGOTIATION

UPCOMING EVENTS

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JUN
08

Aviation Safety Seminar

AU Auditorium
10:00 AM – 01:00 PM
JUN
15

Aircraft Maintenance Workshop

Hangar Training Facility
09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
JUN
22

Career Day & Industry Interaction

AU Campus
11:00 AM – 02:00 PM

FACTS & FIGURES

2026
Year of Establishment
19935
Students Enrolled
2474
Total Courses
23313
G. Total
2126
Govt/Corporate
49
Number of States which have sent trainees to CATI

OUR FACULTIES

NAU Course Catalog — ATP 2026

Airport Road – Hyderabad

Based on ATP-2026 Training Program
Eligibility Criteria
Entry Requirements per Program — 2026
All candidates must meet the minimum academic qualifications listed below. Foreign nationals and CAA employees may be subject to additional requirements.
BE ANS Engineering / BE Airport Engineering
4 Years · 8 Semesters
FSc (Pre-Engineering) or A-Levels (Physics, Math, Chemistry/CS) with minimum 50% marks
NTS/AU Entry Test with qualifying score
Age limit: Not more than 22 years at time of admission
Pakistani National or approved foreign national
BS Aviation Management / BS Aviation Operations
4 Years · 8 Semesters
FA/FSc/ICS or equivalent with minimum 45% marks
NTS/AU Entry Test with qualifying score
Age limit: Not more than 23 years at time of admission
BS Aviation Cyber Security
4 Years · 8 Semesters
FSc (Pre-Engineering/ICS) or A-Levels with Math/CS with minimum 50% marks
NTS/AU Entry Test with qualifying score
Age limit: Not more than 22 years at time of admission
MBA Aviation Management
2 Years · 4 Semesters
Bachelor's degree (16 years of education) in any discipline with minimum 2nd Division (45%)
GAT General / NTS MBA Test with minimum qualifying score
Working professionals with aviation background preferred
Minimum 2 years post-graduation work experience (preferred)
Short courses are primarily designed for CAA/PAA employees, aviation industry professionals, and government nominees. Some courses are open to sponsored candidates from other organizations.
Aerodrome Fire Fighting Courses
1–5 Weeks
Matriculation (SSC) minimum qualification
Physically fit — medical clearance required
Nominated by employing organization (CAA/PAA/Airport Authority)
ATC / ANS / Management Courses
1–8 Weeks
Intermediate (FSc/FA) or equivalent for officer-level courses
Matriculation for staff-level courses
Official nomination letter from parent organization mandatory
Admissions Office: +92 22 9260310-19
Email: AdID.Academics@paa.gov.pk
Required Documents
What to bring & upload for admission
Incomplete applications will not be processed. Ensure all documents are attested by a Gazetted Officer or relevant authority before submission.
Identity & Academic
Required
CNIC / B-Form (student)
Attested photocopy
Required
CNIC of Father / Guardian
Attested photocopy
Required
Matriculation Certificate & DMC
Attested photocopy
Required
Intermediate Certificate & DMC
Attested photocopy (FSc/FA/A-levels)
Required
Bachelor's Degree & Transcripts
For MBA — attested by HEC
If Applicable
Hafiz-e-Quran Certificate
For additional merit consideration
Photos & Financial
Required
4 Recent Passport-Size Photographs
White background, not older than 3 months
Required
Application Processing Fee (Challan)
Original paid challan from designated bank
Required
Entry Test Result / NTS Score Card
Must meet qualifying threshold
If Applicable
Nomination Letter
For CAA/PAA employees or govt nominees
If Applicable
Domicile Certificate
For provincial quota seats
If Applicable
Disability / Special Category Certificate
For reserved seat consideration
Pro Tip: Bring originals along with 2 sets of attested photocopies on your submission day. Online applicants must upload clear scanned copies (min. 300 DPI, PDF or JPG format).
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Professional Courses
PCAA Type Ratings & ICAO-Endorsed Programs
PCAA Type Rating courses are fully endorsed and regulated by the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority. Certificates are recognised for CAA licensing and regulatory compliance purposes.
ATR 42/72 Type Rating
6 Weeks PCAA Endorsed
Ground school and simulator sessions for ATR turboprop operations. Includes systems, limitations, and emergency procedures.
Boeing 737 Classic Type Rating
8 Weeks PCAA Endorsed
Comprehensive type rating covering B737-300/400/500 series. FFS sessions included at approved simulator facility.
Airbus A320 Family Familiarisation
10 Weeks PCAA Endorsed
Full A320/A319/A321 type rating course with fly-by-wire systems, FMGC operations, and CRM training.
ATC Procedures (ICAO Doc 4444)
4 Weeks PCAA Endorsed
Standardised ATC procedures per PANS-ATM. Radar vectoring, separation minima, and emergency handling.
ICAO-recognised courses follow TRAINAIR PLUS standards and are accepted internationally. These certificates are valid for regulatory and professional recognition across ICAO member states.
Aviation Safety Management (SMS)
1–2 Weeks ICAO Standard
Understanding and implementing Safety Management Systems per ICAO Annex 19 and Doc 9859.
Crew Resource Management (CRM)
1 Week ICAO Standard
Human factors, decision making, and crew coordination for flight and ATC operations teams.
Aviation Auditing Techniques
1 Week ICAO / USOAP
Regulatory audit methodology aligned with ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme.
Aircraft Accident Investigation (Annex 13)
1 Week ICAO Standard
Accident and incident investigation procedures per ICAO Annex 13, evidence collection and reporting.
Aviation Security (Annex 17)
1 Week ICAO Standard
Aviation security standards, threat assessment, and countermeasures per ICAO Annex 17 and Doc 8973.
Aviation & Climate Change
1 Week ICAO Standard
CORSIA framework, carbon offsetting, sustainable aviation fuels and environmental impact management.
Enquiries: AdID.Academics@paa.gov.pk
Training Office: +92 22 9260310-19
Events & Activities
Seminars, Cultural Days & Student Life — NAU 2026
JUN08
Seminar
Aviation Safety Seminar 2026
AU Auditorium, Main Campus 10:00 AM – 01:00 PM
Annual aviation safety seminar featuring guest speakers from PCAA, ICAO, and international aviation authorities. Open to all students and faculty.
JUN15
Workshop
Aircraft Maintenance Workshop
Hangar Training Facility 09:00 AM – 03:00 PM
Hands-on workshop covering line maintenance procedures, tool handling, and safety compliance. Mandatory for BE AME students.
JUN22
Career Day
Career Day & Industry Interaction 2026
AU Campus Grounds 11:00 AM – 02:00 PM
Meet recruiters from PIA, AirBlue, PCAA, and aviation MRO companies. Bring your CV. Final-year students are strongly encouraged to attend.
JUL04
Cultural
Independence Day Ceremony & Flag-Raising
Main Parade Ground, NAU 08:00 AM – 09:30 AM
Annual flag-raising ceremony on Independence Day. Attendance compulsory for all enrolled students and faculty members.
CPD sessions are open to all staff and nominated industry professionals. Certificates of participation are issued upon completion of each session.
APR17
Completed
14th ESP — Experience Sharing Platform
AU Conference Hall April 17, 2025
Experience Sharing Platform bringing together aviation professionals across Pakistan for knowledge exchange and best practice discussions facilitated by PCAA and PAA experts.
FEB20
Completed
12th CPD — Human Factors in Aviation Safety Engineering
AU Auditorium February 20, 2025
Focused session on human factors methodologies in aviation safety engineering, covering ICAO Annex 19 guidelines and real-world case studies.
NOV14
Completed
11th CPD — Conflict Resolution & Negotiation
AU Conference Hall November 14, 2024
Interactive CPD session on conflict resolution strategies and negotiation skills for aviation managers and supervisors.
Sports Week
Annual inter-department sports competition including cricket, football, and table tennis. All enrolled students may participate and represent their faculty.
Every November
Airport Visit & Familiarisation Trip
Organised visits to Hyderabad Airport and other CAA-operated facilities for operational exposure. Final-year students get priority placement.
Each Semester
Cultural Day
Celebration of Pakistan's cultural heritage through music, food, traditional dress, and student performances. Open to families and alumni.
March, Annually
Science & Tech Exhibition
Student project showcases, robotics demonstrations, and innovation presentations from all departments. Industry judges award prizes.
May, Annually
Convocation Ceremony
Annual degree-awarding ceremony for graduating students. Families and alumni are invited. Guest speaker from PCAA or PAA leadership.
September, Annually
Industry Guest Lectures
Regular sessions with aviation professionals, CAA inspectors, airline captains, and engineers sharing real-world insights directly with students.
Monthly
MAR23
Completed
Pakistan Day Ceremony — March 23
Main Parade Ground March 23, 2026
Flag raising and national ceremony marking Pakistan Resolution Day. Attended by all students, faculty, and administrative staff.
FEB05
Completed
Kashmir Solidarity Day
AU Auditorium February 5, 2026
Solidarity event featuring speeches, videos, and awareness activities in support of Kashmir cause, observed university-wide.
DEC16
Completed
APS Memorial Day
AU Campus December 16, 2025
Annual memorial observance in honour of the APS martyrs. Candlelight vigil and prayers held across the campus.
Event enquiries: AdID.Academics@paa.gov.pk
Examination Results
National Aviation University
Results are published through the Student Online Portal. Log in with your student credentials to view your semester results, grade reports, and transcripts.
Student Portal
Login to view your results
Result Dates
View result announcement schedule
For result queries: AdID.Academics@paa.gov.pk
Call Academics Office: +92 22 9260310-19
Office Hours: Mon–Fri, 08:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Examination Schedule
Academic Year 2026
Mid-term and Final examination schedules are released two weeks before the examination period. Download the detailed timetable from the portal or check below for key dates.
ProgramSemesterExam PeriodVenue
BS Aviation ManagementSpring 2026March 10–18, 2026Block A, Exam Hall
BE ANS EngineeringSpring 2026March 10–18, 2026Block B, Exam Hall
BE Airport EngineeringSpring 2026March 11–19, 2026Block B, Exam Hall
BS Aviation Cyber SecuritySpring 2026March 12–20, 2026Block C, Lab 1
MBA AviationSpring 2026March 10–17, 2026Block D, Exam Hall
Short Courses (All)OngoingEnd of each course weekRespective Classroom
ProgramSemesterExam PeriodVenue
BS Aviation ManagementSpring 2026May 20–30, 2026Block A, Exam Hall
BE ANS EngineeringSpring 2026May 20–30, 2026Block B, Exam Hall
BE Airport EngineeringSpring 2026May 21–31, 2026Block B, Exam Hall
BS Aviation Cyber SecuritySpring 2026May 22–June 1, 2026Block C, Lab 1
MBA AviationSpring 2026May 20–28, 2026Block D, Exam Hall
ProgramSemesterExam PeriodNote
All ProgramsSpring 2026June 8–12, 2026Approved medical/emergency cases only
Make-up exams require prior approval from the Academics Office. Submit your application at least 5 working days before the scheduled date.
Detailed timetable PDF available on the Student Portal
Exam queries: AdID.Academics@paa.gov.pk
Downloads
Forms, Guides & Official Documents
Admission Forms
Undergraduate Admission Form 2026
PDF · 2 pages · Updated Jan 2026
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Short Course Nomination Form
PDF · 1 page · Updated Jan 2026
Download
Hostel Accommodation Request Form
DOCX · 1 page · Updated Feb 2026
Download
Academic Documents
Course Catalog 2026
PDF · 48 pages · Updated Jan 2026
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Examination Schedule Spring 2026
PDF · 4 pages · Updated Mar 2026
Download
Academic Calendar 2026
PDF · 2 pages · Updated Jan 2026
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Fee Structure 2026
PDF · 3 pages · Updated Jan 2026
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Student Services Forms
Leave of Absence Application
DOCX · 1 page
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Transcript / Certificate Request Form
DOCX · 1 page
Download
Make-up Exam Application Form
DOCX · 1 page
Download
Policies & Guidelines
Student Code of Conduct
PDF · 12 pages · Updated 2026
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Anti-Harassment Policy
PDF · 6 pages
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Academic
Calendar
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