Government College University (GCU)

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PublicHEC Recognized401–410 AsiaQS 801-1000
Katchery Road, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
Established 1864
Government College University (GCU)
Founded:1864
Type:Public
Sector:General
Programs:80
Tuition:PKR 40,350 - 129,499
Campuses:2

About the University

Established in 1864, Government College University is one of the few oldest and at present perhaps the most respected institutions in South Asia. At Katchery Road, Anarkali, in the old city of Lahore, not far from where Pakistan Resolution had been adopted stands its imposing gothic buildings and its Clock Towe. Furthermore, the university has a contemporary 392-acre Kala Shah Kaku (KSK) campus, providing state-of-the-art facilities with serene atmosphere conducive to learnings.

Approved by the HEC and accredited by PEC for EE, GCU Lahore enjoys a good international ranking in QS and Times Higher Education 2026.

The university comprises 32 academic departments and five faculties, teaching and research are tort in science, engineering, arts, social science and languages. It is the only university of Pakistan that produced two Nobel laureates: Abdus Salam and Har Gobind Khorana.

With its energetic “Ravian Spirit,” GCU offers 50+ student clubs, solid scholarship resources, and focused career services. With strong graduate rates and a robust alumni network, it remains instrumental in advancing leaders in academia, public service and industry.

 Key Highlights:

  • Established in 1864 – A historic seat of learning
  • Ranked in QS World and QS Asia 2026
  • Only Pakistani university with two Nobel Laureates
  • 32 departments across 5 faculties
  • 392-acre modern KSK campus + iconic historic main campus
  • Strong scholarships and career placement support

Campuses

Main Campus

Katchery Road, Anarkali, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
Accounting and FinanceEngineeringComputer Science and Information SystemsBusiness and ManagementMedical and Health SciencesLawArts and HumanitiesSocial Sciences

Kala Shah Kaku (KSK) Campus

Lahore Bypass, Sheikhupura (near the Kala Shah Kaku Interchange)
Engineering and TechnologyAgriculture and Veterinary SciencesSocial Sciences

Programs Offered

Showing 4 of 4 programs

BS Information Security Engineering Technology

Undergraduate
Morning
Evening
4 years
Fees: 104000

BS Software Engineering

Undergraduate
Morning
4 years
Fees: 108550

BS Artificial Intelligence

Undergraduate
4 years
Fees: 108550

BS Computer Science

Undergraduate
4 years
Fees: 108550

Admissions

Admission Cycles:

  • Fall (Undergraduate, Masters, FSC)
  • Spring (Masters, PhD)

Entry Test Requirements:

  • GCU-GAT (for Masters)

Eligibility Summary:

Undergraduate: Minimum 50% marks in Intermediate (60% for Engineering/Pharm-D) and a passing score in the GCU Entrance Test
Masters: 16 years of education with at least 2.5/4.0 CGPA (or 50% annual marks) and 50% marks in GCU-GAT/NTS
PhD: MS/MPhil degree with minimum 3.0/4.0 CGPA (or 60% annual marks) and 60% marks in the PhD Admission Test

Application Timeline:

Timeline TBA

Fee Structure

LevelAmount
UndergraduatePKR 40,350 - 116,850 (Per Semester)
MastersPKR 71,700 - 117,200 (Per Semester)
PhDPKR 106,550 - 129,500 (Per Semester)

Additional Charges:

One-time
PKR 5,000
One-time
PKR 10,000
Examination Fee
PKR 5,000
Medical Fee
PKR 1,000

Campus Facilities

Central Library
Research Labs
Hostels
Cafeteria
Sports Complex
Transport

Contact Information Section

GC University, Katchery Road, Lahore 54000, Pakistan
+92-42-111-000-010
registrar@gcu.edu.pk
https://gcu.edu.pk/