University Of the Punjab
Honorable Chancellor
University of the Punjab
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali
Vice Chancellor’s Message
“My mission is to raise the productivity of our graduates through quality education and practical knowledge to contribute in a significant way to the national economy.”
University of the Punjab History
The University of the Punjab was formally established with the convening of its first meeting of its senate on October 14, 1882 at Shimla. It was the fourth University to be established by the British Colonial Authorities on the Indian Subcontinent. The first three universities were establish by the British rulers at their initial strongholds of Bombay, Madras and Calcutta. The University of the Punjab came into existence as a result of long drawn struggle of the people of the Punjab after the war of independence in 1857. Contrary to the three previously established universities, which were only examining institutions, the University of the Punjab was both teaching as well as examining body right form the beginning.
University of the Punjab is located in the Historical and Culturally active city of Lahore. At present various on-campus teaching and research programs of the University are organized under fifty institutes, departments, constituent colleges or centers, which run over one hundred degree, diploma or certificate programs. Research leading to PhD degree is an integral part of the academic programs in many disciplines. New academic programs have been introduced recently according to the current requirements. This has gradually expanded the academic activity of the University.
The University continues to retain its original teaching as well as examining functions. In addition to the on-campus teaching and research activities, the University oversees and regulates the academic activities of over 328 affiliated colleges and institutes, imparting undergraduate, postgraduate and professional education. The University of the Punjab has played a leading role in higher education in the country. The University strives to provide a conducive environment for the pursuit of the academic activities. On account of its quality degree programs, pleasant environment and low tuitions fees, the University remains the institution of first choice for the students seeking admission.
In year 1982, Pakistan post issued a postal stamp to commemorate 100 year of University of the Punjab, Lahore
Vice Chancellor PROF DR. NIAZ AHMED AKHTAR was Interviewed by city 42 news channel.
Fact Books
Vice Chancellor PROF DR. NIAZ AHMED AKHTAR was Interviewed by city 42 news channel in which he highlighted university’s progress and daily routine matters.
(Documentary on Punjab University by Dr. Ahmad Bilal from College of Art & Design, University of the Punjab.)
Uplifting Sir AC Woolner statue at Punjab University College of Pharmacy Old Campus. Alfred Cooper Woolner (13 May 1878 – 7 January 1936) was a Sanskrit scholar and professor. He served as the vice-chancellor of the University of the Punjab, Lahore from 1928 to 1936.