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University Introduction – University of Malakand

University of Malakand (UOM) is a fast-growing public-sector university located in Chakdara, Lower Dir District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.

◆ Established in 2001 by the Government of Pakistan.
◆ Located on the banks of the Swat River in Chakdara.
◆ Recognised by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan.
◆ Serves as an educational hub for Malakand Division districts.
◆ Check latest admissions in Pakistan for more opportunities.

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History of University of Malakand

◆ Founded on August 30, 2001, by the Government of Pakistan.
◆ Established through a charter issued by the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
◆ Initially utilised former PIDC residential flats for student housing.
◆ Rapidly expanded from a small institute to a full-fledged public university.
◆ For detailed historical milestones, please visit the official UOM website.

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Campuses of University of Malakand

◆ Main campus located in Ramorra, Chakdara, Lower Dir District.
◆ Campus situated at the bank of the Swat River.
◆ Spread across a scenic location near lush green hills.
◆ Single integrated campus with multiple academic and administrative blocks.

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University Rankings of University of Malakand

◆ Ranked among the top 48 Pakistani universities in THE World University Rankings 2026.
◆ Secured the 7th position among general category universities by HEC.
◆ Recognised in the 801–1000 category in THE World University Rankings 2025.
◆ For accurate university rankings, please check HEC official website.

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Hostel Facilities at University of Malakand

◆ Two boys' hostels accommodate over 800 students.
◆ Malak Ahmad Khan Baba Boys' Hostel (HEC-funded, operational since 2007-08).
◆ Shaikh Mali Baba Boys' Hostel (self-funded, operational since 2016).
◆ Masooma Bibi Girls' Hostel accommodates over 400 female students and faculty.
◆ Facilities include mess, TV lounges, study rooms, and 24-hour security.

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University Statistics of University of Malakand

◆ Offers programs across 6 faculties and over 15 academic departments.
◆ Faculties include Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, Biological Sciences, Computing, and Management Sciences.
◆ Offers BS, MSc, MA, M.Phil, and PhD programs.
◆ Affiliated colleges include both public and private sector institutions.
◆ Check all open admissions in Pakistan for more opportunities.

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Comparison with Other Universities

◆ Older than COMSATS Islamabad (established 1998) by a few years.
◆ More specialised programs than local degree colleges in Malakand Division.
◆ Located in a scenic riverbank setting compared to urban universities.
◆ More affordable fee structure than private sector universities.

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Contact Information of University of Malakand

◆ Address: Chakdara, Lower Dir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800.
◆ Phone: +92-945-763441 or 0945-9250502-03.
◆ Email: registrar@uom.edu.pk.
◆ Fax: 0945-9250555.
◆ Official Website: University of Malakand official website.

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