Urdu: جامعہ اوکاڑہ | |
 | |
Other name | UO, UoO. Okara University |
|---|---|
Former names | University of Okara |
| Motto | Urdu: 'تفکر تدبر تحقیق' |
Motto in English | Explore, Meditate, Research |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 2016 (2016) |
| Accreditation | Higher Education Commission (Pakistan) |
| Chancellor | Governor of the Punjab |
| Vice-Chancellor | Sajjad Mubbin [1] |
| Location | , Pakistan 30°52′01″N 73°33′58″E / 30.8669°N 73.5660°E / 30.8669; 73.5660 |
| Campus | Rural 205 Acres |
| Colours | Navy Blue & white |
| Mascot | Mota bhalu |
| Website | uo.edu.pk |
The University of Okara (UO) (Urdu: جامعہ اوکاڑہ) is a public university located in Renala Khurd, Okara, Punjab, Pakistan.[2]
History
In 2005, Okara campus of the University of Education, Lahore (UE) was inaugurated by then Minister of Defence (Pakistan) Rao Sikandar Iqbal.[3] On February 23, 2016, Provincial Assembly of the Punjab passed the "University of Okara Bill 2016".[4] Following that, Government of the Punjab issued a notification on April 1, 2016, for the upgradation of Okara campus to the University of Okara.[3].
Campus
The University of Okara operates two campuses: the Main Campus located on the GT Road between Okara and Renala Khurd, and the City Campus situated on Samadpura Road in Okara city.
Main Campus
The Main Campus spans about 205 acres and is surrounded by open agricultural land. It comprises five academic blocks named ACE-I, ACE-II, ACE-III, ACE-IV, and ACE-V, along with five cafeterias: the Main Canteen, Hot and Cool, Sports Café, Latrova Café, and Doms Café. The campus also features extensive sports facilities, including cricket grounds, football and hockey fields, tennis courts, and general-purpose grounds. A large mosque was completed in August 2025, while the eastern side hosts a residential colony for university staff. The campus has four entry gates, with the northern boundary adjoining the GT Road and a railway line, and the southern side bordered by a canal road. A pedestrian bridge connects the main entrance across the railway and GT Road.
City Campus
The City Campus is located on Samadpura Road in Okara, within a crowded and densely populated urban area. It consists of a single block that houses two to three academic departments and has one main entry gate. The campus mainly serves students from Okara city and nearby localities.
About
The 204-acre lush green campus is surrounded by the outlandish Lower Bari Doaab Canal and forest belt at one side while the mighty National Highway and Railway Tracks at the other end. The UO currently has 29 academic departments and 07 new are on the cards. These departments are offering 80 BS Programs, 35 MPhil/MS Programs, and 10 PhD Programs. There are 12,000 students and 131 regular faculty members currently embellishing the academic life of the university.
Vision
To positively contribute to the educational, economic, and sustainable development of the local communities and the nation at large by providing high-quality, internationally recognized academic programs, which focus on developing professional skills and promoting employability.
Mission
The University of Okara is a Public Sector institution of higher learning committed to advancing academic excellence, expanding industry-oriented and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community and preparing leaders who are dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.
External links
Online Admissions
Undergraduate programs
Postgraduate Program
Skills Training Program
Faculty
Careers
See also
References
- ^ https://www.instagram.com/p/DKTj2qSs13T/?img_index=1
- ^ "University of Education Okara Campus". University of Education Okara Campus.
- ^ a b "About the University – UNIVERSITY OF OKARA". uo.edu.pk.
- ^ "University of Kara" (PDF). www.punjabcode.punjab.gov.pk. Archived from the original (PDF) on 15 July 2018. Retrieved 27 September 2017.
External links
- UO official website
  | This Pakistan university, college or other higher education institution article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by adding missing information. |
