Government College University Faisalabad

Faisalabad's Government College University has quickly established itself as a premier centre of learning and research. With its dynamic faculty and innovative curricula, the University has become a catalyst for intellectual, social, and industrial change.

For other uses, see Government College University.

Government College University Faisalabad
گورنمنٹ کالج یونیورسٹی فیصل آباد
Other name
GCUF
Former names
Government College, Faisalabad
Motto'Striving For Excellence'
TypePublic
Established1897
Accreditation
ChancellorGovernor of the Punjab
Vice-ChancellorShahid Kamal[1]
Academic staff
1,488
Students25,789
Undergraduates18,639
Postgraduates7053
Location
Faisalabad, Punjab
,
Pakistan

31.4161°N 73.0700°E / 31.4161; 73.0700
CampusUrban, 37 Acres (Main Campus) & 200 Acres (New Campus)
Colors   Maroon and blue
Websitegcuf.edu.pk

The Government College University, Faisalabad is located on Jhang Road, not far from the historic Clock Tower of Faisalabad. The main campus covers about 37 acres, and construction on a new campus covering 200 acres has begun 3-4 kilometers away on Jhang Road.

History

The institute was established as a primary school in 1897 in the present building of Government College for Women, Karkhana Bazar, Faisalabad. It was promoted to high school and intermediate college in 1905 and 1924 respectively. In 1933, it was elevated to the degree level and postgraduate disciplines were introduced in 1963.[2] Government of the Punjab declared it as an autonomous institution in 1990. It was further given the status of university in 2002.

As an institution, the Government University, Faisalabad has a long history of excellence and distinction. Renowned scholars and notable individuals have served this institution in various capacities throughout its history. It has produced outstanding personnel who have gained not only personal but also national acclaim.

This institution has been served by luminaries such as Mr. Abdul Hameed, Mr. W.H.F. Armstrong, Mr. Lala Chattan Annand, Mr. Hashmat Khan, Mr. Taj Khyal, Mr. Namdar Khan, Mr. Karamat Hussain Jafari, Mr. Mukhtar Mahmood Qureshi, Mr. Asmat Ullah Khan, Dr. Asif Iqbal Khan, and Dr. Arif Zaidi.[3]

Facilities
  • Day Care Center
  • Mosques
  • Banks
  • Cafeterias
  • Hostels (only for girls)
  • Transport
  • Sports
  • Library

Faculties
  • Arts and Social Sciences
  • Economics and Management Sciences
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Islamic and Oriental Learning
  • Life Sciences
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Physical Sciences
  • Medical Sciences

References
  1. "VC Office | GCUF".
  2. "History of the Institute". www.gcuf.edu.pk. Retrieved 20 April 2020.
  3. "The Government College University, Faisalabad Ordinance, 2002". Punjablaws.gov.pk website. Retrieved 21 November 2021.
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