Are admissions open at SHAD Foundation Youth Development Centers?

Yes. Admissions are currently open at all three YDC branches — Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Chitral — for entry-test preparation students, college-level students, and university students (undergraduate, graduate, master's and PhD).

Which cities have a SHAD Foundation Youth Development Center?

SHAD Foundation operates Youth Development Centers in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Chitral, each offering secure accommodation and academic support for young women.

What facilities does a YDC provide?

Each YDC provides safe and secure accommodation, hygienic food, career counseling, a library, curricular and personal development activities, 24/7 CCTV surveillance, and a comfortable living environment.

How do I apply to a SHAD Foundation YDC?

Applicants can submit the online admission form on the SHAD Foundation website, selecting their preferred branch, or call the relevant YDC office directly: Islamabad (051) 2357505, Rawalpindi (051) 4940147, or Chitral (0943) 218085.

Can girls from Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan apply?

Yes, SHAD Foundation especially welcomes applications from girls belonging to Chitral, Gilgit-Baltistan and other regions of Pakistan.

Admissions open for girls from gilgit baltistan and chitral

SHAD Foundation · Youth Development Centers (Girls)

A safe, disciplined, growth-oriented home for ambitious young women — in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Chitral. Applications are especially welcome from students of Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan.

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YDC Islamabad
YDC Rawalpindi
YDC Chitral

Academic Excellence

Hygienic Food

Career Counseling

Curricular Activities

Comfortable Living

CCTV Surveillance

Library

Who can apply

Entry Test PreparationStudents preparing for university entry tests

College LevelIntermediate / college students

University StudentsUndergraduate, Graduate, Master's or PhD

Admissions are now open for girls from all regions of Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan, and across Pakistan.

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Admissions Open for 2026

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