University of Agriculture, Faisalabad

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) is a public research university in Faisalabad, Pakistan. It is the largest university of Pakistan by area, covering 2,550 acres.

The history of the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF) dates back to 1906, when it was founded as the Punjab Agricultural College and Research Institute in Lyallpur (now Faisalabad). The college was established to meet the growing need for trained agricultural professionals in the Punjab region.

The college offered a two-year diploma program in agriculture, and it quickly became one of the leading agricultural institutions in British India. In 1923, the college began offering a four-year degree program in agriculture.

After the independence of Pakistan in 1947, the college was upgraded to a university in 1961 and renamed the West Pakistan Agricultural University, Lyallpur. In 1973, the university was renamed the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad.

UAF is also a major center for agricultural research in Pakistan. It has a number of research institutes and centers that work on a variety of agricultural issues, including crop production, livestock management, and natural resource management. UAF's research has helped to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability in Pakistan.

UAF has played a significant role in the development of agriculture in Pakistan. Its graduates have gone on to hold senior positions in government, academia, and the private sector. UAF has also played a key role in the development of new agricultural technologies and practices.

University of Agriculture, Faisalabad is ranked as the #7 top university in Pakistan during 2024. The rank is improved by 3 points from last year.