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The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), established in 1906 as the Punjab Agricultural College and Research Institute, Lyallpur, has led Pakistan’s agricultural transformation for over a century. Founded during British India’s canal colony era, it played a pivotal role in converting barren lands into food-secure regions, laying the foundation for modern agriculture in South Asia. In 1961,

it became the West Pakistan Agricultural University with academic support from Washington State University, USA. Renamed as UAF in 1973, it has since remained a national leader in agricultural education, research, and rural development. UAF is ranked 1st in Pakistan for agriculture and 34th globally in Agriculture & Forestry in QS World University Rankings 2025, placing it among the world’s top 700 universities. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali, a distinguished educationist and agricultural scientist, UAF is advancing as a model of innovation, inclusion, and global collaboration. The university comprises 9 faculties, 3 constituent colleges, 1 community college, 6 centers, and serves over 33,000 students, 52% of them women. It promotes excellence across diverse disciplines including veterinary sciences, engineering, food & nutrition, social sciences, basic and pharmaceutical sciences, and humanities. UAF’s dynamic research ecosystem features the Pak-Korea Nutrition Center (PKNC), D-8 Food Security Center, Confucius Institute, and ICDD-Germany. It hosts advanced labs such as the ISTA Lab and CABB, and houses the Center for Advanced Studies in Agriculture and Food Security (CAS-AFS) in partnership with U.S. Backed by 467 PhD faculty and 135+ MoUs, UAF has introduced 11 crop/fruit/vegetable varieties, submitted 86+ for approval, and filed 30 patents/trademarks. With 189 national projects worth PKR 1.76 billion, 26 industry-linked programs, and 64 consultancy projects, it is a cornerstone of science-led agri-progress. Recognized as a Special Technology Zone (STZA) and innovation hub, UAF empowers youth through its Business Incubation Center and Agri Connect Innovations Pvt Ltd. It pioneers work in climate-smart agriculture, One Health, AI, e-agriculture, water conservation, and sustainable food systems, aligning with UN SDGs. UAF’s clean energy efforts, including a 1.5 MW solar project and biogas partnerships with Pak Suzuki and ADB, reflect its climate leadership. Firmly rooted in rural outreach and food security, UAF’s legacy is one of impact, growth, and global engagement — transforming agriculture and education in Pakistan and beyond.

UAF Hosts “Youth Climate Action Seminar and Campus Walk”Faisalabad, June 4, 2026: Rotaract Club, under the Senior Tutor...
04/06/2026

UAF Hosts “Youth Climate Action Seminar and Campus Walk”

Faisalabad, June 4, 2026: Rotaract Club, under the Senior Tutor Office, the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) organized the Youth Climate Action Seminar and Campus Walk at the National Incubation Center (NIC), UAF. The event was held in collaboration with Pak Mission Society and donor partner Tear Fund.The seminar brought together students, faculty, and climate advocates to discuss urgent challenges posed by global warming and the role of youth in driving sustainable solutions. Distinguished speakers highlighted the importance of climate resilience, community engagement, and innovative approaches to mitigate environmental risks.Following the seminar, participants joined a campus walk to symbolize collective commitment toward climate action. The walk served as a powerful reminder of the need for awareness, advocacy, and practical steps to safeguard the environment for future generations. UAF faculty members including Senior Tutor Dr. Shoukat Ali, Dr Abdul Wakeel, Dr Sanaullah, Dr Fahad Rasul, Dr Fahad Rasheed, President Rotrate Club Abdur Raffay, and Dr. Asma Islam From Ripha International University, Dr.Iram Sultana from
Government College University Faisalabad,
Adil Umer Assistant Commissioner City Faisalabad and others notables emphasized to fostering youth leadership in climate initiatives. They noted that empowering students to take ownership of environmental issues is vital for building a sustainable future.The event concluded with a call to action for young people to champion eco-friendly practices, advocate for policy reforms, and contribute to global efforts against climate changes.

04/06/2026

The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) in partnership with Health 360, has launched a Bibliotherapy Corner at its Main Library.

SSBC Cohort 4 (2025-26) Award Distribution Ceremony and Celebration of BIC securing the top position in Punjab and ranki...
04/06/2026

SSBC Cohort 4 (2025-26) Award Distribution Ceremony and Celebration of BIC securing the top position in Punjab and ranking second nationwide in the HEC 2024–25 University rrankings:
The Business Incubation Centre (BIC) at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) hosted the Student Startup Business Centre (SSBC) Award Distribution Ceremony in the Syndicate Room. The event was chaired by the Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr Zulfiqar Ali. Celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of young innovators from Cohort 4 (2025–26), the ceremony recognised ground-breaking business ideas and provide seed funding to help students in transforming their innovative ideas into viable commercial ventures.
In his opening address, Director BIC, Dr Hammad Badar outlined the strategic vision driving the SSBC awards since their inception in 2015, while elaborating the rigorous shortlisting and evaluation procedures governing the competition. He noted that a panel of judges—comprising prominent industrialists, Directors, Deans, the Treasurer, the BIC team, and a representative of the NIC Director—selected a total of 47 incubatees based on the innovation of their business plans. This cohort comprises 33 physical space incubatees and 14 virtual incubatees, representing diverse sectors that showcase the creativity, resilience, and ambition of the student community.
Highlighting the university’s institutional commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship, the Vice Chancellor distributed cheques to the top four business idea winners: Mr Tayyab Ahmad, Ms Farzeen Mansha, Ms Manahil Akmal, and Mr Shehroz Zafar. Each recipient was awarded Rs. 100,000 in seed funding to accelerate their ventures and contribute meaningfully to Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem.
Addressing the ceremony, Prof. Dr Zulfiqar Ali shared the university's vision of fostering innovation and underscored the importance of strengthening BIC linkages with both industry and academic departments at UAF to provide startups with enhanced opportunities for growth, commercialisation, and scalability. He noted that initiatives such as the SSBC are vital to strengthening the country’s knowledge economy. Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali also commended the BIC for securing the top position in Punjab and ranking second nationwide in the HEC 2024–25 university rrankings, expressing confidence in its continued progress.

The Dean and Principal Officer of the ATRI, Prof. Dr Rao Zahid Abbas, said that startups can achieve genuine success by understanding the core essence of business—namely, contributing to the community while mmaintaining profitability.
The ceremony was attended by the Treasurer, Mr Zeeshan Ishfaq Bukhary; Deputy Director, Dr Robina Rasheed; Deputy Director, Dr Shahbaz Nasir Khan; Dr Zunera Afzal; and Research Officer BIC, Dr Riffat Shamim, alongside other notables, reflecting the strong institutional support for student-led innovations.
The event concluded with a cake-cutting ceremony led by the Vice Chancellor to celebrate the BIC’s top ranking in Punjab and Pakistan, accompanied by a collective commitment to securing further accolades in the coming years.

🎓✨ Postgraduate Admissions 2026–27 – University of Agriculture Faisalabad ✨🎓Pakistan’s #1 in Agriculture & Forestry Ent...
03/06/2026

🎓✨ Postgraduate Admissions 2026–27 – University of Agriculture Faisalabad ✨🎓
Pakistan’s #1 in Agriculture & Forestry

Entry Test Schedule & Registration:

1st Entry Test
🖊️ Registration: June 04 – June 18, 2026
📖 Test Date: July 19, 2026 (Sunday)

2nd Entry Test
🖊️ Registration: July 21 – August 10, 2026
📖 Test Date: August 16, 2026 (Sunday)🌟

Ranked 33rd worldwide & 1st in Pakistan in Agriculture & Forestry!👉 Apply online for MS/MPhil/MSc (Hons)/MBA/PhD and secure your future with UAF – where excellence meets opportunity.📞 For queries: 041-9200189 | ✉️ [email protected]
🔗 Visit: www.uaf.edu.pk

🎓 UAF Opens Undergraduate Admissions 2026-27! 🌱Your journey towards academic excellence begins at the University of Agri...
03/06/2026

🎓 UAF Opens Undergraduate Admissions 2026-27! 🌱

Your journey towards academic excellence begins at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF) — ranked #1 in Pakistan and 33rd best University in the World in Agriculture & Forestry.

✅ Undergraduate Admissions Open
✅ 13 Entry Test Centers across Punjab
✅ Wide range of degree programs
✅ Bright future through quality education and research

1st Entry Test Registration: June 9 to June 22, 2026

Test Date: July 5, 2026

Apply now and become part of a legacy of excellence.

UAF launches Bibliotherapy corner to promote student well-being and emotional resilienceFAISALABAD, June 3, 2026: The Un...
03/06/2026

UAF launches Bibliotherapy corner to promote student well-being and emotional resilience

FAISALABAD, June 3, 2026: The University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), in partnership with Health 360, has launched a Bibliotherapy Corner at its Main Library. The corner uses structured reading materials — including biographies, fiction, and self-help books — to foster empathy, strengthen critical thinking, and support emotional well-being.
UAF Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali described it as a significant step toward promoting the psychological health and emotional well-being of students.
The corner provides carefully selected books and resources to help students manage academic stress, social isolation, financial challenges, and digital overload. Through the partnership with Health 360, Ms. Iqra Nafees — a psychologist and alumna of the English Access Scholarship Program — will offer free counseling services to students using books as a therapeutic tool.
On the occasion, UAF and Health 360 formally signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to foster collaboration in mental health awareness, psychological services, capacity building, research, training, and community outreach. The LoI was signed by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Zulfiqar Ali and Health 360 Chief Executive Officer Ansar Mushtaq. Clinical Psychologist Ms. Iqra Nafees, UAF Dean Prof. Dr. Rao Zahid Abbas, Librarian Mr. Muhammad Umar Farooq, Director External Linkages Dr. Muhammad Tehseen Azhar, Registrar Prof. Dr. Muhammad Kamran Asif, and other notables were also present.
The Letter of Intent reflects the shared commitment of both institutions to promote psychological well-being, support evidence-based practices, and create opportunities for students, faculty, and health professionals to engage in meaningful academic and professional activities.
Recognizing the potential of Bibliotherapy, the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) is planning to initiate the bibliotherapy program across universities in the province through training of librarians enabling them to collaborate with psychologists, and counselors for successful ex*****on of the program
Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), the initiative presents an innovative and scalable model for supporting student wellness in higher education institutions across Pakistan.

Wishing you all a very happy Eid-ul-Adha. May this Eid bring the true spirit of sacrifice, compassion, and sharing into ...
26/05/2026

Wishing you all a very happy Eid-ul-Adha. May this Eid bring the true spirit of sacrifice, compassion, and sharing into our lives and help us reflect these values in our actions and practices. Our prayers and best wishes are with you and your families.

26/05/2026

An insightful conversation on sustainability, environmental responsibility, and a greener future was held between Dr. Zulfiqar Ali, Vice Chancellor University of Agriculture Faisalabad, and representatives of Shangrila Foods (Pvt.) Ltd. during the Plantation Drive of 10,000 Trees initiative. 🌳

The discussion highlighted the importance of collective action, ecological awareness, and academia-industry collaboration in promoting environmental sustainability and building a cleaner, healthier Pakistan. Every sapling planted today represents a commitment toward climate resilience and a greener tomorrow. 🌍💚

Together, let’s nurture nature and inspire sustainable change for future generations.

A two-day international capacity-building workshop on “Institutional Coordination, Policy Coherence and Science Policy C...
26/05/2026

A two-day international capacity-building workshop on “Institutional Coordination, Policy Coherence and Science Policy Communication” was organized at the Centre for Advanced Studies (CAS), University of Agriculture Faisalabad (UAF), to strengthen the capacity of faculty members in policy communication, institutional coordination, and evidence-based policymaking.
The workshop was organized by the Agri. Policy, Law and Governance Centre (APLGC), University of Agriculture Faisalabad, in collaboration with the BNU Center for Policy Research (BCPR), Beaconhouse National University (BNU), University of Management and Technology (UMT), Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), and Punjab University (PU), with support from the Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC) under R&D Cluster on Public Policy and Economic Development, the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), Australia.
The workshop formed part of a continuing series of capacity-building initiatives following an earlier extensive month-long training program on agriculture policy, institutional coordination, and science communication. Around 30 faculty members from various disciplines and departments of UAF participated in the training sessions.
Dr. Muhammad Ejaz Qureshi from the Australian National University, Australia, and Prof. Dr. M. Asif Kamran, Director of the Agriculture Policy, Law and Governance Centre (APLGC), UAF, served as key resource persons for the workshop.
The sessions focused on institutional coordination, science-policy communication, effective policy brief writing, and evidence-based policy engagement. Participants were trained in preparing policy brief templates, translating research findings into practical policy recommendations, and developing concise and impactful communication strategies for policymakers and stakeholders.
During the interactive sessions, participants collectively prepared and presented a policy brief to enhance their practical understanding of policy analysis, science communication, and evidence-based policymaking.
Dr. Muhammad Ejaz Qureshi shared insights from the Australian agricultural research and policy system and highlighted the role of institutions in strengthening governance, policy coherence, and science-policy communication. He emphasized that research projects should not merely produce reports and academic publications but should also demonstrate practical relevance and measurable impact on policymaking and society.
Prof. Dr. M. Asif Kamran stated that the workshop aimed to strengthen the policy engagement and communication skills of faculty members and promote stronger linkages among research, institutions, and policymaking processes. He added that such initiatives would help improve interdisciplinary collaboration and enhance the role of universities in policy making process to address agricultural and food policy challenges.
Participants appreciated the workshop and described it as a valuable learning opportunity for improving research communication, policy understanding, and institutional collaboration in the agriculture sector.

25/05/2026

Promoting cleanliness, environmental responsibility, and a green campus culture at through a Cleanliness Awareness Walk and Drive organized by the Senior Tutor Office, Estate Office, Green Society, Gym Club, and Green Youth Movement.

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