Quick Summary
University of the Punjab is a public founded in 1882, located in Lahore, Pakistan. Ranked #741-750 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 50000 students including 1% from outside Pakistan. Known for strengths in Mathematics, Petroleum Engineering, Physics & Astronomy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 20%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Oldest and largest university in Pakistan with a massive network of alumni and the lowest tuition fees for world-class education.
Subject Strengths
MathematicsPetroleum EngineeringPhysics & AstronomyAgriculture & ForestryChemical Engineering
Founded1882
TypePublic
Total Students50000
Intl Students1%
Faculty Ratio26
CampusUrban
Campus Size1800 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSheikh Zayed Hospital, Mayo Hospital, Jinnah Hospital
AccreditationHigher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#741-750
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801–1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Associate Degrees, Bachelor's, Master's, MPhil, PhD, Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
Centre for Excellence in Molecular Biology (CEMB), Centre for High Energy Physics, School of Biological Sciences
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC), Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate20%
IELTS6
TOEFL79
Min GPA2.5
GRERequired for PhD (GAT Subject/GRE)
GMATRequired for MBA (GAT General/GMAT)
SATAccepted for overseas seats
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · August/September
SPRINGApplication Deadline · December/January
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on Punjab University Admission Test (PUCET) and maintain a high percentage in FSc/A-Levels; apply early through the online portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Pakistani Rupee
UG Tuition
₨100,000/yr
per year · PKR
Living Cost
₨700,000/yr
per year · PKR
PG Tuition
₨130,000/yr
per year · PKR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₨850,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · PKR
Scholarships AvailableHEC Need Based, PEEF, Merit Scholarships, HEC Indigenous Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$400
Financial AidAvailable for low-income families
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Associate Degrees, Bachelor's, Master's, MPhil, PhD, Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Business Administration | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Molecular Biology | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Information Technology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,500
Average Salary After Graduation
78%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementActive through Career Counseling & Placement Centre (CCPC)
Industry Connections
Strong links with textilepharmaceuticaland IT industries in Lahore and Faisalabad
Notable Alumni
Abdus Salam (Nobel Laureate), Allama Iqbal, I. K. Gujral, Satish Dhawan
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes (Hostels for male and female students)
Sports Facilities
Cricket Ground, Football Pitch, Gymnasium, Squash Courts, Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
Dramatic Society, Debating Society, Blood Donor Society, Literary Society
Library Resources
Punjab University Library (over 500,000 books and rare manuscripts)
Exchange Programs
Erasmus Mundus, Mevlana Exchange Program
Summer Programs
Available (Short courses and certificates)