University of Chakwal, Chakwal
University of Chakwal is a public-sector university in Chakwal, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
Quick Facts
| Location | Chakwal |
|---|---|
| Province | Punjab |
| Private or Government | Public (Government) |
| Institution Type | University |
| HEC Recognition | HEC Recognized |
| Website | http://uoc.edu.pk |
About
University of Chakwal, Chakwal is a public-sector university in Chakwal, Punjab, recognised by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.
University of Chakwal operates as a multi-faculty institution rather than a single-discipline school.
Location and Address
The institution is located at Chakwal Punjab-Pakistan.
Degree Programs
| Program | Duration | Eligibility | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Petroleum and Gas Engineering Morning programme | 4 Years | F.Sc. Pre-Engineering; ICS (Chemistry remedial in first semester); F.Sc. Pre-Medical (additional Mathematics if admitted); DAE in Petroleum, PetroChemical and Chemical Technology. | — |
| BBA Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 45% marks. | — |
| BS Botany Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | At least 50% marks in F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) or equivalent with Biology as major subject. | — |
| BS Chemistry Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | 50% marks in F.Sc. (Pre-Medical or Pre-Engineering) / A-Level with Chemistry. | — |
| BS Computer Science Morning programme | 4 Years | At least 50% in Intermediate (F.Sc. Pre-Engg, ICS) with Mathematics or equivalent 12 years education with Mathematics; Pre-Medical with at least 50% also eligible but must pass two additional Mathematics courses (6 credit hours) in first year or be dropped. | — |
| BS Economics Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | F.A./F.Sc./A Level or any other with 12 years of schooling with at least 45% marks (HEC minimum). | — |
| BS English Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent; provisional admission on Part-I with 45%. | — |
| BS Food Science and Technology Morning programme | 4 Years | HSSC/A-levels (12 years) in F.Sc. Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, Pre-Agri, food-related subjects, or DAE in food-related subjects; at least 50% marks (provisional admission on Part-I with 50%). | — |
| BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics Morning programme | 4 Years | Minimum 50% in F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) (provisional admission on Part-I with 50%) or A-level (Biology mandatory) with 50%. | — |
| BS Information Technology Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | At least 50% in Intermediate (F.Sc. Pre-Engg, ICS) with Mathematics or equivalent 12 years education with Mathematics; Pre-Medical with at least 50% also eligible but must pass two additional Mathematics courses (6 credit hours) in first year or be dropped. | — |
| BS International Relations Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 45% marks. | — |
| BS Islamic Studies Morning programme | 4 Years | 45% in Intermediate / Shahadat al Khasa (IBCC equivalence certificate). | — |
| BS Mathematics Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | 50% marks in Intermediate or equivalent with F.Sc. (Pre-Engineering)/ICS/F.Sc. (Pre-Medical with Additional Mathematics); provisional admission on Part-I with 50%. | — |
| BS Physics Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | 50% marks in Intermediate with Physics as major subject (Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, ICS) or equivalent; provisional admission on Part-I with 50%. | — |
| BS Psychology Morning / evening programme | 4 Years | 45% marks in Intermediate or equivalent with F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) / A level (Biology and Chemistry). | — |
| BS Sociology Morning programme | 4 Years | Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 45% marks. | — |
| BS Urdu Morning programme | 4 Years | Intermediate or equivalent with minimum 45% marks. | — |
| BS Zoology Morning programme | 4 Years | 50% marks in Intermediate or equivalent with F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) / A level (Biology and Chemistry). | — |
| BSc Electronics Engineering Morning programme | 4 Years | F.Sc. Pre-Engineering; ICS (Chemistry taught as remedial course in first semester); F.Sc. Pre-Medical (additional Mathematics course(s) required if admitted); DAE in relevant technology. (Minimum marks and merit formula stated for Mechatronics: 60% and 50/33/17.) | — |
| BSc Mechatronics Engineering Morning programme | 4 Years | At least 60% marks in Intermediate Part-I / relevant DAE (overall at least 60% after results) in: F.Sc. Pre-Engineering; ICS (Chemistry taught as remedial course in first semester); F.Sc. Pre-Medical (additional Mathematics course(s) required if admitted); DAE in relevant technology. Merit: 50% Intermediate/DAE, 33% entry test, 17% interview and matric. | — |
| LLB Morning programme | 4 Years | At least 45% marks in HSSC/equivalent and passed HEC Law Admission Test in last two years; merit 30% SSC + 70% HSSC; additional Pakistan Bar Council registration fee payable. | — |
| Pharm-D Morning programme | 5 Years | Minimum 60% marks in F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) / A level (Biology and Chemistry); merit 70% F.Sc. Part-I + 30% matric (science); entry test may be conducted. | — |
Admissions
Admission Requirements
- BSc programs: F.Sc. Pre-Engineering. ICS (Chemistry taught as remedial course in first semester). Pre-Medical (additional Mathematics course(s) required if admitted). DAE in relevant technology.
These apply to every program at that level. Requirements specific to a program are in the Eligibility column of the Degree Programs table.
Applying in Punjab
Public-sector engineering admission in Punjab runs through the ECAT administered by UET Lahore, while medical and dental admission uses the national MDCAT. Punjab operates one of the country’s largest public university systems, so applicants typically hold offers from several institutions at once and should compare merit positions before accepting. Public-sector seat allocation includes a domicile component, so where your domicile certificate was issued affects which quota you compete under at University of Chakwal.
HEC Recognition and Accreditation
University of Chakwal holds Higher Education Commission recognition. That status confirms the institution is chartered and empowered to award degrees whose attestation the HEC will process. Recognition is institutional, however, and does not by itself confirm that any particular programme is accredited by its professional body. Applicants should confirm programme-level accreditation with the relevant council directly.
Contact Details
- Address: Chakwal Punjab-Pakistan, Tel # +92-0543-555087, Email: [email protected]
- Official website: uoc.edu.pk
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Chakwal recognized by HEC?
Yes. The Higher Education Commission of Pakistan lists University of Chakwal as a recognised institution, which means its degrees can be attested by the HEC and are accepted for further study and public-sector employment. Recognition applies to the institution; individual programmes may additionally require accreditation from a professional council.
Is University of Chakwal private or government?
University of Chakwal is a public-sector institution. Public institutions generally charge lower fees than private ones because they receive government funding, and admission is correspondingly more competitive on merit.
What entry test is required for admission to University of Chakwal?
Requirements vary by programme. Most undergraduate intakes are based on HSSC or an equivalent qualification, and many institutions add their own entry test or interview. Confirm the current requirement on the institution's own admissions page, since criteria and closing dates change each cycle.
Does HEC recognition mean every programme at University of Chakwal is accredited?
No. HEC recognition confirms the institution is chartered to award degrees. Individual programmes in regulated fields need separate accreditation — the Pakistan Engineering Council for engineering, PMDC for medicine and dentistry, the Pakistan Bar Council for law, NCEAC for computing. A programme can sit inside a recognised institution without holding that professional accreditation, so check the specific programme before enrolling.
Where is University of Chakwal located?
University of Chakwal is located in Chakwal, Punjab. Full address and contact details are listed above; the official website is uoc.edu.pk.