University of Poonch, Rawalakot - Programs, Fee, Apply Now

Introduction

University of Poonch Rawalakot (UPR) is a public sector university located in Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan. It was established in 2014 and is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

◆ Located in Rawalakot, district headquarters of Poonch, Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
◆ Public sector university chartered by the Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
◆ Motto: "Enter to learn, leave to serve!".
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History

The university traces its origins to an agriculture college established at Rawalakot in 1980 as a sub-campus of the University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. It was formally established as an independent university on March 25, 2014 through an Act of the AJK Legislative Assembly.

◆ Agriculture college established in 1980.
◆ Formally established as an independent university on March 25, 2014.
◆ Chancellor is the President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
◆ Current Vice Chancellor: Prof. Dr. Zakria Zakar.

Campuses

The university operates across three campuses.

◆ Main Campus: Located in the heart of Rawalakot district.
◆ Kahuta Campus: Located in Forward Kahuta, District Haveli.
◆ Mong Campus: Located in Mong, Rawalakot Valley.
◆ 32 departments with over 5,500 students enrolled.

Ranking

University of Poonch Rawalakot has received international recognition.

◆ Ranked in the 601-800 Impact Rankings 2025 by Times Higher Education (THE).
◆ Secured 62nd position globally in Quality Education, 1st in AJK and 6th in Pakistan.
◆ Recognized by HEC Pakistan, PVMC, Pharmacy Council of Pakistan, and National Council for Tibb.
◆ For accurate rankings, please check HEC official website.

Hostel Facilities

The university has been grappling with an acute shortage of student accommodation.

◆ Hostel facilities are currently limited.
◆ For hostel details, please visit the official university website.

Transport Facilities

The main campus is located in the heart of Rawalakot district.

◆ Located in Rawalakot, the district headquarters of Poonch.
◆ For transport details, please visit the official university website.

Statistics

The university has a significant student body and offers programs across seven faculties.

◆ Over 5,500 students currently enrolled.
◆ 7 faculties consisting of 26 departments.
◆ Main campus has 6 faculties including the Faculty of Agriculture.
◆ Offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
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Comparison with Other Universities

University of Poonch Rawalakot is the premier public sector university in the Poonch district of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

◆ Established in 2014, newer than University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (established 1980).
◆ Largest public university in the Poonch district.
◆ Only university in AJK offering a Faculty of Veterinary & Animal Sciences.
◆ Serves over 5,500 students across three campuses.

Contact Information

◆ Address: Main Campus, University Road, Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan.
◆ Phone: +92 5824 960008.
◆ For admissions and other inquiries, please contact the university directly.