WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela Admission 2026 – Class 8 Admission Form, Entry Test Date & Eligibility

WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela (WCCT) is one of Pakistan’s most reputed residential cadet colleges, offering quality academics, military-style discipline, leadership grooming, and character building. Situated near the historic Tarbela Dam in District Haripur, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the college provides a highly secure and academically focused environment for young cadets.

Affiliated with the FBISE Islamabad, the college follows a structured academic framework combined with physical training, co-curricular activities, and moral development. Every year, WCCT admits a limited number of students strictly on merit, ensuring high academic standards and disciplined campus life.

For the academic session 2026–2027, WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela has announced admissions in Class 8 only, following its traditional intake policy.

WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela Admission 2026 – Important Dates

According to the latest admission cycle pattern and official announcements:

• Availability of Admission Form & Prospectus:
  10 September 2026
• Last Date to Submit Form (Without Late Fee):
  22 September 2026
• Last Date to Submit Form (With Late Fee):
  05 October 2026
• Written Entry Test Date:
  11 October 2026
• Result / Interview & Medical Schedule:
  Late October 2026
• Commencement of Academic Session:
  April 2027 (Tentative)

⚠️ Applicants are advised to submit forms early to avoid postal delays.

Seats Allocation & Merit Policy

For the 2026 intake:

• Total Seats: 90
• Selection Basis: Purely on merit
• Quota: Open merit (students from all provinces eligible)

Due to limited seats and nationwide competition, early preparation for the entry test is crucial.

Eligibility Criteria for Class 8 Admission 2026

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Age Limit

• 12 to 14 years as of 12 April 2026

Academic Qualification

• Passed Class 7 OR
• Currently studying in Class 7 at the time of application

Medical Fitness

• Candidate must be medically fit for residential cadet life
• Final medical examination conducted by college-appointed medical board

Nationality

• Pakistani nationals from any province may apply

Admission Form & Prospectus 2026

The admission form and prospectus can be obtained through offline mode.

How to Get the Admission Form

• Send a Bank Draft of Rs. 2,500/- in favor of
  Principal, WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela

The prospectus includes:

• Fee structure
• Hostel & uniform details
• Academic rules
• Discipline policy
• Test pattern and syllabus

Entrance Examination Fee

• Examination Fee: Rs. 2,500/- (Non-Refundable)
• Payable via Bank Challan in any branch of
  Bank Alfalah Limited

Written Entry Test Details

The Class 8 Entry Test 2026 will be conducted on:

📅 11 October 2026

Subjects Included

• English
• Urdu
• Mathematics
• General Science

Syllabus

• Based on Class 7 syllabus
• Punjab Textbook Board curriculum
• Concept-based and analytical questions

Candidates must bring:

• Roll Number Slip
• B-Form / Student ID
• Required stationery

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide

• Obtain admission form & prospectus via bank draft
• Fill the form carefully using block letters

Attach required documents:

• Student B-Form
• Father/Guardian CNIC copy
• 4 recent passport-size photographs
• School verification certificate
• Submit the completed form before the deadline
• Prepare for the entry test
• Download roll number slip (as instructed in prospectus)
• Appear in written test and subsequent medical/interview

👉 Official Website: www.wcat.edu.pk

Why Choose WAPDA Cadet College Tarbela?

• Affiliation with FBISE Islamabad
• Highly disciplined cadet system
• Strong academic results in board exams
• Secure hostels & structured daily routine
• Emphasis on leadership, ethics, and physical fitness
• Experienced faculty and modern science labs

FAQs

Q1: Is there online admission for WCCT 2026?

No. Admissions are currently processed offline via postal submission.

Q2: What is the age requirement?

12–14 years as of 12 April 2026.

Q3: How many seats are available?

Only 90 seats, strictly on merit.

Q4: What is the test syllabus?

English, Urdu, Math, and General Science from Class 7 Punjab Textbook Board syllabus.

Q5: Can students from Punjab or Sindh apply?

Yes. Students from all over Pakistan are eligible.