Economics at GCU Lahore

24/09/2026

Heartiest Congratulations to Professor Dr. Babar Aziz! 🎉

Heartfelt congratulations to Professor Dr. Babar Aziz on his appointment as Dean, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, for the second time.

This is indeed a great honour and a proud moment for our institute. His dedication, academic leadership, wisdom, and commitment to the institution make this recognition especially meaningful.

Alhamdulillah, all praise and glory belong to Allah Almighty. May Allah bless Professor Dr. Babar Aziz with continued success, wisdom, and strength to fulfil this important responsibility, and may his second tenure as Dean bring further progress, distinction, and academic excellence to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Many congratulations, Sir! May this new chapter bring you even greater success and honour. 🌷

19/09/2026

MHES | EXECUTIVE COUNCIL 2026–27

The Mehboob-ul-Haq Economics Society (MHES) is pleased to announce its Executive Council for the 2026–27 tenure, committed to advancing the society’s academic, professional, and co-curricular initiatives.

PRESIDENT USMAN KHAN

Leading the Executive Council, Usman Khan will oversee the strategic direction and overall affairs of MHES, with a focus on effective planning, institutional growth, student engagement, and the successful ex*****on of the society’s initiatives.

Supporting the President in carrying forward the objectives of MHES:

Ghania Ibrahim — Senior Vice President
Maheen Falak — Vice President
Dania Nouman — General Secretary

Together, the Executive Council will work towards strengthening collaboration, enhancing student opportunities, and maintaining a professional and impactful platform for the Economics community.

A new tenure. A shared vision. A stronger MHES.⭐️

12/07/2026

🎓 BS Admissions Fall 2026 – Merit Lists Announced!

The wait is finally over!

The BS Programme Merit Lists for Fall 2026 at Government College University Lahore have been published.

If you applied for admission, now is the time to check your merit status and complete the next steps within the prescribed deadline.

Check the merit lists here:
https://gcu.edu.pk/cur-mlists.php?cid=2

Best of luck to all aspiring Ravians! 🌟

GC University Lahore Pakistan

03/07/2026

📢 Call for Papers | Government College Economic Journal (GCEJ)
Researchers, academicians, professionals, and policy experts are invited to submit their original, high-quality, and unpublished research manuscripts to the Government College Economic Journal (GCEJ) for its upcoming annual issue.
As an HEC Recognized Y Category Journal, GCEJ is committed to promoting rigorous academic research through a double-blind peer review process while ensuring high ethical standards and global scholarly visibility.
We welcome submissions in a wide range of areas, including:
• Economics
• Applied Economics
• Development Economics
• Financial Economics
• International Economics
• Public Economics
• Environmental & Energy Economics
• Agricultural Economics
• Monetary & Fiscal Policy
• Econometrics
• Business & Management
• Public Policy
• Related Interdisciplinary Areas
📅 Submission Deadline: 31 July 2026
📍 Submit your manuscript through the Open Journal System (OJS):
https://economic-journal.gcu.edu.pk/index.php/EJ
There are no article processing charges (APC), and authors retain the copyright of their published work.
We look forward to receiving your valuable research contributions and advancing impactful scholarship together.

15/06/2026

Admissions Open | Fall 2026 | Institute of Economics, Policy & Entrepreneurship (IEPE) | Government College University Lahore | Think | Analyze | Lead | Transform.

Shape the future through excellence in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration, and Entrepreneurship at one of Pakistan’s most historic and prestigious institutions.

Last Date to Apply: July 3, 2026
Apply online: www.gcuonline.pk

✨ Programs Offered

📘 Department of Economics
• BS Economics (Morning & Evening)
• MPhil Economics (Evening)
• PhD Economics (Full-Time Morning)

🏛️ Department of Public Policy
• BS Public Policy (Morning & Evening)
• BS Public Administration (Morning & Evening)
• MS Public Policy & Governance (Evening)

💡 Department of Entrepreneurship
• BS Entrepreneurship (Morning & Evening)
• MS Entrepreneurship & SME Management (Evening)

🌟 Why Choose IEPE @ GCU Lahore?
✔ Expert Faculty & Mentorship
✔ Research-Driven Learning Environment
✔ Policy and Practice Integration
✔ Global Perspective
✔ Leadership & Career Development Opportunities
✔ Financial Aid & Scholarships Available

Join a vibrant academic community where ideas become policies, innovation becomes enterprise, and knowledge becomes impact.

10/04/2026

Many congratulations and best wishes to Dr. Saima Sarwar on selection of her research proposal, "Electoral Losers, Institutional Commitments, and Conflict Substitution in Fragile Democracies," for foreign funding by the Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) as part of the second round of ‘Compact Research Grants’. A UKaid and DFID sponsored organization. 🙌🎊✨

18/10/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday to Dr. Babar Aziz! 🎉

On behalf of Institute of Economics, Policy and Entrepreneurship (IEPE), we extend our heartfelt wishes to our esteemed Director of IEPE, Chairperson of the Department of Economics, and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Your unwavering commitment to academic excellence, your visionary leadership, and your constant encouragement have been a true source of inspiration for all of us. You continue to lead by example, motivating your students to think critically and your colleagues to strive for higher standards of teaching and research.

May this year bring you continued success, good health, and happiness. Thank you for your guidance, support, and for being a mentor who truly makes a difference.

21/09/2025

A very warm welcome to the newly elected cabinet of the Mehbub-ul-Haq Economics Society (MHES) for the year 2025-26. We are excited to see the new team step into their roles with passion and commitment. May this year bring fresh ideas, meaningful initiatives, and greater achievements for the society. Wishing the cabinet a successful and inspiring tenure ahead.

14/09/2025

🌟 Mehbub-ul-Haq Economics Society welcomes the New Leadership! 🌟

The Mehbub-ul-Haq Economics Society (MHES) is delighted to welcome Mr. Zaigham Abbas as the President for the year 2025–26. We look forward to his vision, dedication, and commitment in leading the society towards more engaging academic and co-curricular initiatives. May this year bring new achievements, vibrant activities, and greater opportunities for our student community under his leadership. ✨
Congratulations to our new President.

07/09/2025

*📢 Announcement – Call for Applications (MHES)*
The Mehbub ul Haq Economics Society (MHES) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the following leadership positions:
1. President
2. Vice President (Male & Female)
3. General Secretary

Eligibility Criteria:
• Only 7th semester students of BS Economics are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must have at least 1 year of experience serving in MHES.
• Candidates applying for the post of President must also submit a CV along with a yearly plan of activities at PGB-218.

Interview Requirement:
All shortlisted candidates are required to prepare a 5–7 minute presentation for the interview. The presentation should highlight their vision, leadership approach, and plans for MHES. Interview dates will be shared later.

📌 Last Date to Apply: 9th September, 2025