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Quaid-i-Azam University

Islamabad, Pakistan
Global Rank Top 8% • #522 of 6.7k
  • 0 Master's
  • 22
  • 4.3
  • Top 6% in PK

Quaid-i-Azam University About

Quaid-i-Azam University is an international seat of higher, advance, intellectual learning that illuminates the human minds and broadens the vision bringing back home all kinds of opportunities and development.

History

Quaid-i-Azam University (once named Islamabad University) was established in July 1967 under the Act of National Assembly and started teaching and research programmes for PhD and MPhil degrees. 

Education

For growing educational and technical needs of the country, the University imparts quality education and training on lower strata of life in the field of computer and runs a wide range of short term certificate and diploma courses. In all, the University’s academic programmes, have an enrollment of over 5,500 students.

Research

The Office of Research, Innovation & Commercialization (ORIC) has been established under the directives of Higher Education Commission (HEC).

The aim of ORIC is to:

  • Identify research opportunities for faculty members
  • Facilitate faculty to apply for research grants
  • Legal, administrative and financial management support of research grants
  • Support commercialization, licensing etc, of the university research products
  • Promotion of the research culture
  • Encouraging the publishing of the subject journals
  • Focal point for all the research related works in connection with funds/liaison with the funding agencies
  • Identifying new ways and opportunities of collaborations in fields of Biological, Social, Medical & Natural Sciences

Quaid-i-Azam University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #381 Ranking
  • 22 Scholarships
  • 597 Academic Staff
  • 9,785 Students
  • 98 Students (int'l)

Quaid-i-Azam University Overview

Quaid-i-Azam University Scholarships

Quaid-i-Azam University Scholarships

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program for Developing Countries in Asia and Pacific
Merit-based

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ADB/Japan Government
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

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ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based

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Aga Khan Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

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Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
International Conference Scholarship
Merit-based

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International Society of Women Airline Pilots
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
02 Feb 2027
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship
Merit-based

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Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based

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Leopold Figl Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
NextLevel Student Scholarship
Merit-based

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NextLevel Student Scholarship
Location not available

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Quaid-i-Azam University Student Reviews & Awards

4.3

Based on 49 reviews

  • 5 Star
    23 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    20 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    3 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    2 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    1 Review
5/5

its good for us

i am so glad because i have good experiance in this website

Posted by day dreamer
Studied from Jan 2026 - Dec 2028
Posted on Oct 2026
5/5

Excellent Learning Experience

My overall study experience was very good. I really liked the supportive learning environment, helpful teachers, and the opportunity to learn new things and improve my skills. The study materials were useful, and the learning experience helped me grow both personally and professionally. I think adding more practical activities and interactive sessions could make it even better. Overall, I am happy with my experience and grateful for the knowledge I gained.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Aug 2022 - Aug 2026
Posted on Oct 2026
5/5

I am studying here

As far as my ideas are concerned that my experience is going well and I am proud of myself because I took a milestone action to get enrolled in Quaid e Azam university of Islamabad and my experience is connected with all the concerns and that are good

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Sep 2025 - Sep 2029
Posted on May 2026
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Quaid-i-Azam University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

#2 of 34 Ranked Universities in Pakistan
#522 of 6.7k Ranked Universities Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

QS World University Rankings

381

By TopUniversities

Dropped 27 places compared to 2026

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

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315 354 381

Best Global Universities Rankings

451

By U.S. News & World Report

Dropped 40 places compared to 2026

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

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381 411 451

World University Rankings

551

By Times Higher Education

Dropped 150 places compared to 2026

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

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401 401 551

Library services

Dr. Raziuddin Siddiqi Memorial Library (central library) is located at the center of university academic campus. Central library shifted from the departmental premises to its own building in 1985, comprising of four floors. The total covered area of DRSM library is about 102,500 sq. ft. 

Quaid-i-Azam University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Pakistan Country
Islamabad City

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