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Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) Introduction

Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) is a public sector university located in Multan, Punjab, Pakistan. It is the largest university in South Punjab and is known as the fastest-growing public university in Pakistan .

◆ Located in Multan, Punjab, Pakistan .
◆ Public sector university chartered by Government of Punjab .
◆ Largest university in South Punjab .
◆ Known as the fastest growing public university in Pakistan .
◆ Check latest admissions in Punjab for current opportunities.

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History of Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU)

◆ Founded as University of Multan on March 4, 1975 .
◆ Renamed to Bahauddin Zakariya University in 1979 .
◆ Named after Hazrat Bahauddin Zakariya (1172-1262 AD), a Muslim scholar and saint .
◆ Started with 8 departments in rented buildings .
◆ Expanded to 51+ departments/institutes/colleges over 50 years .

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Campuses of Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU)

◆ Main campus on Bosan Road, Multan, spread over 960 acres .
◆ Located 10 km from Multan city centre .
◆ Sub-campuses at Vehari, Layyah, and Lodhran .
◆ Campuses at D.G. Khan and Sahiwal became independent universities (Ghazi University, University of Sahiwal) .
◆ Layyah campus emerged as University of Layyah .

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Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) Ranking

◆ Ranked 601-800 globally in THE World University Rankings 2026 .
◆ Secured =1 position in Punjab and =2 position in Pakistan .
◆ Achieved 400-point growth from previous year in THE rankings .
◆ Ranked 250-300 in QS Asia Rankings 2026 with 100-point increase .
◆ Life Sciences ranked 501-600 globally by THE 2024 .
◆ ORIC ranked No. 9 in Pakistan by HEC .

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Hostel Facilities at Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU)

◆ Hostel accommodation available for students on campus .
◆ Hostel allotment managed through Hostel Management System .
◆ Hostel mess facilities provided at nominal charges .
◆ Separate hostel facilities for male and female students.
◆ For hostel details, please visit the official university website.

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Transport Facilities at Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU)

◆ University transport service with buses, coasters, and shuttles .
◆ Covers 28+ city routes across Multan .
◆ Routes include Peeran Ghaib, Mumtazabad, Gulgasht, Shah Rukne Alam, and Bilal Chowk .
◆ Morning departures at 6:15 AM and 2:00 PM for city routes .
◆ Internal campus shuttles connect main gate and Agricultural Gate .

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Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU) Statistics

◆ Over 30,000+ students enrolled .
◆ 640+ faculty members .
◆ 389 faculty members hold doctoral degrees .
◆ 200+ degree programs offered across 10 faculties .
◆ 3,900+ scholarships available for students .
◆ Explore spring admissions 2026 in Punjab for upcoming opportunities.

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Comparison with Other Universities

► Larger student enrollment than University of the Punjab.
► More campuses than Government College University Lahore.
► Established later than Punjab University (1882).
► Higher THE global ranking than many Pakistani public universities.
► More PhD faculty than University of Sindh.

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Contact Information of Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU)

◆ Address: Bosan Road, Multan, Punjab, Pakistan .
◆ Phone: +92-61-9210071 .
◆ Registrar: +92-61-9210071 Ext. 1101 .
◆ Email: registrar@bzu.edu.pk .
◆ Official website: official website.