University of Punjab, A river of light

The University of the Punjab is the largest and the oldest seat of higher learning in Pakistan. It was the first to be established in the sub-continent in Muslim majority area.

Located in the historical and culturally alive city of Lahore, this University 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 degrees, pleasant environment and low tuition fees the University remains the institution of first choice for admission seeking students. On this day the famous and historical University of the Punjab was founded. For people to know, UoP is the largest 'public' university in Pakistan and was established by British government in 1882. Today, the university has over 63 departments and is known for training two Nobel Peace Prize laureates respectively. Today marks 134 years of its founding.