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Why Choose Iqra National University

Reasons to Choose Iqra National University

10 reasons to choose Iqra National University

Iqra National University at a Glance

Published institutional figures, recognition and rankings

Est 2000With Iqra Sindh Chartered
  • Opened in 2000 as Iqra University Peshawar Campus
Since 2010Own Chartered by Government of KPK
  • Now an independent, HEC-recognized university
9,000+Students
  • Largest private-university enrollment in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
  • Peshawar campus capacity: 15,000
30,000Alumni
  • Alumni Association (INUAA): reunions, mentoring and giving back
04 Campuses
  • Operational 02Peshawar · Swat
  • Planned 02Mardan · Riyadh
International Collaboration
  • 15 partner universities in 8 countries
  • Partnerships since 2017
80+International Qualified Faculty
  • Teaching across all nine schools
  • Listed in the Faculty Directory
6 Colleges9 Schools
  • Engineering, Computer Science, Business
  • Allied Health, Nursing, Pharmacy
  • Art & Design, English
Top 5th RankUni as per HEC, QEC
  • W Category university in Pakistan
  • 90+ score, year 2026 (QEC)

Recognition by

Recognized by Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Registered with KP HERA

Accreditation & Affiliation by

Accredited by National Computing Education Council
Accredited by Allied Health Professionals Council
Accredited by Pakistan Nursing & Midwifery Council
Accredited by Pharmacy Council of Pakistan
Accredited by Pakistan Engineering Council
Affiliated with International Network for QA Higher Edu
Affiliated with Pakistan Network of Quality Assurance in Higher Education

Ranked by

Ranked by Times Higher Education
Ranking in Process Awaited for Result
W Category Uni in Pakistan Achieving 90+ Score Year 2026

Expanding Global Partnerships

The Founder’s Vision

Transforming Lives Through Education, Leadership & Opportunity

“To empower generations through education, create opportunities through institutions, transform communities through sustainable development, and connect Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with national and global opportunities.”

Iqra National University Chancellor
Obaid-Ur-RehmanEntrepreneur | Founder | Chairman | Chancellor | CEO

Provide students with a strong academic foundation while helping them develop practical skills they can use beyond the classroom.

Encourage critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving so graduates can respond confidently to new challenges.

Support personal growth through communication, teamwork, ethical judgment and opportunities to take responsibility.

Prepare capable graduates who can contribute to their professions, strengthen their communities and continue learning throughout their careers.

Iqra National University  /  Campus network

Our campuses across Pakistan and beyond

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Main campus

Peshawar

Our founding campus in Hayatabad brings together six colleges, four faculties and nine schools. Students have access to purpose-built laboratories and the Information Resource Centre, near Bagh-e-Naran and the Hayatabad Sports Complex.

Address
Phase 2, Hayatabad, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
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Established
2000
Student capacity
15,000
Campus enrollment
7,000+
Schools
9
Highlights
  • 4 faculties and 6 colleges
  • Undergraduate, MS and PhD programs
  • University central administration
  • 30,000 graduates across the INU network
Campus photography and architectural renderings courtesy of INU.IQRA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Colleges and Schools Offering Recognised Degree Programmes

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Iqra National University
College of

Engineering & Technology

2 schools · 6 published programmes

Schools of

School of Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering & Applied Sciences

Civil Engineering School was established in 2010. The School is accredited as per PEC's OBE based learning module under level 2 Washington Accord. The ever evolving undergraduate program in civil engineering aims towards ingraining leadership skills, a strong sense of professionalism and ethical responsibilities in the future engineers, and prepare them to engage in lifelong eruditeness. Our school is affiliated with the prestigious Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).

School established
2010
Level II · Washington Accord
PEC
BSc credit hours
141
Degree programs
3
Programmes

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Careers and Alumni

The Career Development Center connects students with employers, career fairs and professional guidance.

Email

info@inu.edu.pk · UAN 111-111-468

Career Development Center, Peshawar campus.