One militant was killed when personnel of the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) responded to an attack by a group of militants at Manglore, Swat, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Friday.
The slain militant, who was identified as Adil, was a resident of the same area and was wanted by the CTD for his role in three incidents of terrorism.
The remaining militants, however, managed to flee.
The CTD launched a search operation in the area to arrest the absconders.