The minimum educational qualification for admission to engineering institutions in Pakistan is:

Correct Answer: FSc (Pre-Engineering). FSc Pre-Engineering (or its equivalent) is the required qualification because it includes the necessary math and science background.

• Matric: This alone is insufficient since it precedes the intermediate level required for admission.
• O Level: Without equivalent science subjects at the intermediate level, this alone is not sufficient.
• FA: This is a Humanities-focused intermediate qualification that lacks the required science subjects.