Mawlana Jalaluddin Mohammad Balkhi University

Mawlana Jalaluddin Mohammad Balkhi University is a public university located in the city of Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh Province, in northern Afghanistan. The university was established in 2013 and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, including business, engineering, education, and law. The university's mission is to provide a quality education that meets international standards, fosters critical thinking, and prepares students to become leaders and agents of change in Afghanistan and beyond. Mawlana Jalaluddin Rumi University has a diverse student body from different parts of Afghanistan and other countries, and it also promotes cultural exchange and understanding. Despite the challenges faced by the university due to the impact of war and political instability in the region, it remains committed to its mission of providing high-quality education to its students. The university has established partnerships with national and international institutions to enhance its teaching and research capabilities and promote knowledge sharing and collaboration. Mawlana Jalaluddin Rumi University is named after Maulana Jalaluddin Rumi, a 13th-century Persian poet, scholar, and Sufi mystic who is widely regarded as one of the greatest poets of all time.

Mawlana Jalaluddin Mohammad Balkhi University is ranked as the #7 top university in Afghanistan during 2026.