University of the Punjab Lahore
Listing Description
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Quaid-i-Azam Campus (New Campus), Lahore
: This is the main academic and administrative hub, spread over 1,800 acres. A canal divides the campus’s academic blocks from the student housing.
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: Located in the city center, this historic campus houses the College of Art and Design, the IT Center, and the Oriental College, among other departments.
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: Established in 2006, this campus offers programs in disciplines such as Commerce, Economics, Management Sciences, Law, English, and Information Technology.
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: Opened in 2012, it provides studies in Commerce, Economics, Management Sciences, Law, and Computer Science.
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Khanaspur Campus
: A summer campus located in the Himalayan mountain range, it serves as a research facility and a recreational spot for faculty and students.
- Arts and Humanities
- Behavioral and Social Sciences
- Commerce
- Computing & Information Technology
- Economics and Management Sciences
- Education
- Engineering & Technology
- Health Sciences
- Law
- Life-Sciences
- Pharmacy
- Science
- Entry Test: For the academic year 2025–26, the university mandated an admission test for all undergraduate programs on open merit seats. There are specific test categories for different fields of study.
- Application Process: Candidates must apply for the entry test and admission separately through the university’s online portals.
- LLB Programs: Admission to LLB programs requires both the PU Admission Test and the Law Admission Test (LAT).
- Merit Lists: The university releases merit lists for different programs, sessions, and campuses, which are published on its official website.
- QS World University Rankings: In the 2026 QS World University Rankings, the university was ranked #=542 globally.
- Times Higher Education: It was ranked within the 801–1000 band in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2025.
- U.S. News & World Report: For 2024, the university was ranked #760 in Best Global Universities.
- Official Website:
pu.edu.pk - Admissions Portal:
admissions.pu.edu.pk
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Bike Parking
- Parking Street
- Pets Friendly
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wireless Internet
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Is an entrance test required for admission?
Yes, an entry test is required for many programs at Punjab University.
When do applications open for the upcoming semester?
Admissions generally open during the Fall semester (July-August) each year. For specific entry test dates, check the official website in April or May.
Is there an age limit for admission?
Undergraduate (BS): The age limit is 24 years.
Masters: The age limit is 26 years, except for the College of Art & Design, which has a limit of 28 years.
Does the university provide hostel facilities?
Hostel facilities are available for both male and female students, particularly for those coming from outside Lahore.
What is the process for obtaining a degree or result card?
Information regarding degree and result card verification, along with the process for requesting a duplicate degree, can be found in the Forms Information section of the FAQs.
How long does it take to get my original degree?
A request for an original degree is typically processed within two months of receiving the application form.
