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Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS) Introduction

The Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS) is a prestigious constituent institute of the public sector University of the Punjab, located in Lahore, Punjab. It is dedicated to advancing excellence in agricultural education, research, and innovation by combining modern scientific knowledge with practical field training.

◆ Located at the Quaid-e-Azam Campus (New Campus), Lahore, Punjab.
◆ Public sector institute and a constituent part of the University of the Punjab.
◆ Recognized as among the most prestigious institutes of agricultural sciences.
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History of Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS)

The institute was established in 2011 when the University of the Punjab upgraded its Department of Mycology and Plant Pathology to the Institute of Agricultural Sciences. The renaming ceremony was inaugurated by the then Vice Chancellor. The discipline of Horticulture was later established in 2012.

◆ Established in 2011 as a full-fledged institute.
◆ Evolved from the Department of Mycology and Plant Pathology.
◆ Horticulture discipline added in 2012.
◆ New academic block refurbished in 2020 to enhance research productivity.

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Campuses of Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS)

The institute is located at the University of the Punjab's Quaid-e-Azam Campus (New Campus) in Lahore. The main building is spread over approximately seven acres, with an additional seven acres dedicated to an experimental station.

◆ Main campus at Quaid-e-Azam Campus, Lahore.
◆ Seven acres of building area with seven acres of experimental station.
◆ Features 7 lecture rooms with multimedia and 5 fully equipped general laboratories.
◆ Five research labs, two seminar rooms, a computer lab, and a library.
◆ Separate common rooms for boys and girls, a growth room, and a conservatory.

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Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS) Ranking

IAGS is a constituent institute of the University of the Punjab, which is consistently ranked among the top universities in Pakistan. In 2020, the Vice Chancellor noted that IAGS was improving its international ranking and was considered among the most prestigious institutes of agricultural sciences.

◆ Constituent of the University of the Punjab, a top-tier public university.
◆ Recognized among the most prestigious institutes of agricultural sciences.
◆ Accredited by the National Agriculture Education Accreditation Council (NAEAC).
◆ For complete rankings, please check HEC official website.

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Hostel Facilities at Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS)

Hostel accommodation is available for students through the University of the Punjab's central hostel system. The university provides the most affordable accommodation, with fees as low as Rs. 2,000 per month. Allotments are based on merit and capacity. The institute has separate common rooms for boys and girls within its building.

◆ Hostel accommodation available through the University of the Punjab system.
◆ Allotment based on merit and capacity.
◆ Affordable fees starting at Rs. 2,000 per month.
◆ For complete hostel details, please visit the official university website.

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Transport Facilities at Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS)

The institute is located at the University of the Punjab's Quaid-e-Azam Campus on Canal Bank Road, Lahore, with access to city transport.

◆ Located on Canal Bank Road, Lahore, with access to city transport.
◆ For transport details, please visit the official university website.

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Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS) Statistics

IAGS has a strong academic community with a significant number of students and faculty members. At the time of a 2019 visit by the Provincial Minister for Agriculture, the institute had 75 PhD scholars and 439 M.Sc. (Hons.) students. Since its establishment, eleven batches of BS (Hons.) and eleven batches of M.Sc. (Hons.) programs have graduated. The institute has published a biannual scientific journal "Mycopath" and a quarterly newsletter 'Agricultural News'. It also established the First Fungal Culture Bank of Pakistan.

◆ 75 PhD scholars and 439 M.Sc. (Hons.) students (as of 2019).
◆ 3552 books, 15 research journals, and 352 theses in the library.
◆ First Fungal Culture Bank of Pakistan with 72 fungal and 50 bacterial species.
◆ Herbal Heritage Centre with pilot plants for commercial production.
◆ For complete statistics, please visit the official university website.
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Comparison with Other Universities

IAGS holds a significant position among agricultural sciences institutions in Pakistan, alongside other public sector agricultural universities and institutes.

► Part of the University of the Punjab, ranked among Pakistan's top universities.
► Offers specialized programs in Plant Pathology, Horticulture, and Food Science & Technology.
► Constituent institute of a public university, unlike independent agricultural universities.
► Houses the First Fungal Culture Bank of Pakistan, a unique research resource.
► Maintains international linkages with University of Toronto, ICARDA, USDA, and Wuhan University.

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Contact Information of Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAGS)

◆ Address: Institute of Agricultural Sciences, University of the Punjab, Quaid-e-Azam Campus, Lahore-54590.
◆ Direct Line: 0334-4146456.
◆ Telephone: +92-42-9231846-47.
◆ Fax: +92-42-9231187.
◆ Email: director.iags@pu.edu.pk.
◆ Official website: official website.