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University of Balochistan

The University of Balochistan (UoB) (Urdu: جامعہ بلوچستان; Balochi: بلوچستان ء یونیورسٹی, Pashto: د بلوچستان پوهنتون ) also known as Balochistan University, is a public university located in the city center area of Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan. UoB is the oldest highest education institution in Balochistan, having been established in 1970.

The University of Balochistan (UoB) was established in October 1970 through an Ordinance issued by the Governor of Balochistan. In 1996, the Balochistan Assembly passed the University of Balochistan ACT [1]. In 2022, a unified ACT [2] for all public sector universities in the province was passed, under which UoB currently operates.

UoB is the largest general university in Balochistan, offering higher education across Science, Arts, and Humanities. The university now consists of 6 faculties, 56 departments, 5 centers, and 1 constituent law college. Initially starting with three departments—Physics, Chemistry, and Geology—it has since expanded significantly.

The following institutes and specialized centers are now part of the university:

The university also operates a constituent Law College and sub-campuses in Quetta (Jungle Bagh and City), Mastung, Kharan, Pishin, and Killa-Saifullah. Additionally, several affiliated colleges contribute to the university’s academic network. The Abdul Samad Khan Shaheed Chair and Nawab Yousaf Aziz Magsi Chair have also been established at UoB. Academic Programs:

UoB offers a variety of programs including a four-year BS, as well as M.S / M.Phil., and Ph.D. programs. Since 2017, the university has adopted a semester system. The current enrollment exceeds 14,000 students.

Admissions in teaching departments are granted based on merit and seat allocation as follows:

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