The University of Malakand (UoM) at Chakdara, Lower Dir District, is one of the most prominent public sector universities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It was founded on August 30, 2001, by virtue of a charter granted by the Governor of KPK. UoM is accredited by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan for academic excellence, research work, and community service.
Campus Overview and Modern Facilities
Spread over around 300 acres in the Ramorra area, the UoM campus offers an aesthetically and supportive setting for learning and innovation. It is adequately equipped with:
- Smart Classrooms & Labs
- Boys and Girls Separate Hostels
- Canteens & Recreation Centers
- Sports Grounds & Gymnasium
- Medical Care Unit
- On-Campus Banks & Post Offices
- University Market & Utility Stores
- Student-Teacher Centers
- Family Parks for Relaxation
Academic Programs and Faculties
University of Malakand provides different academic fields through its various faculties and departments for both undergraduate and postgraduate students:
Sciences
- Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biochemistry
- Botany, Zoology, Physics
- Mathematics, Statistics
- Computer Science & IT
- Software Engineering
Social Sciences
- Economics, Education, English
- Islamic Studies, Journalism & Mass Communication
- Political Science, Sociology/Social Work
- Management Sciences
Management Studies
- Tourism and Hotel Management
Law
- Department of Law
- Pharmacy
- Department of Pharmacy
Languages and Literature
- Pashto and Oriental Languages
This diversity enables UoM students to be well equipped for both national and foreign career prospects.
Rankings and International Recognition
UoM has earned a superb reputation in national and international rankings:
QS World Rankings 2025:
- Best in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Ninth best in Pakistan
- Top 351–400 in Asia’s Universities
- UI Green Metric Rankings:
- Second in KPK (2018 & 2020)
- Sixth best in Pakistan (2018)
- Ranked 564th in the World (2018)
These rankings reflect UoM’s commitment to sustainability, academic excellence, and innovation.
Vision & Mission
UoM is committed to:
Providing world-class education and research
Support socio-economic growth in the region
Promote critical thinking and character development among students
Encourage collaborative innovation and sustainability
Faculty & Administration
UoM is served by a renowned faculty and administrative staff:
Prominent Faculty
- Prof. Dr. Atta Ur Rahman – Dept. of English
- Prof. Dr. Arab Naz – Dept. of Archaeology
- Key Administrative Staff
- Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Dr. Rashid Ahmad
- Provost: Dr. Muhammad Aasim
- Registrar (Acting): Hayatullah Yousafzai
Visit the UoM Faculty Page for an exhaustive list of departments and academic staff.
Contact Information
For inquiries or academic information, contact:
✉️ Email: info@uom.edu.pk
☎️ Phone: +92 946 410 100
www.uom.edu.pk
Why University of Malakand?
Top national and international education and sustainability rankings
Extensive range of academic programs
Scenic, well-facilitated campus
Prestigious faculty and student-focused instruction
Low-cost public university with HEC accreditation
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