List of universities in Azad Kashmir

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Higher education in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has seen significant growth in recent years. The University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, established in 1980, is the largest institution in the region, offering a diverse range of programs across multiple campuses. The Higher Education Department of AJK oversees 178 colleges and 5 public sector universities, [1] ensuring quality education across the region . With a literacy rate of approximately 91.88% in 2021, AJK stands out for its commitment to education. These advancements reflect AJK's dedication to enhancing educational opportunities and fostering academic excellence.

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List of universities

UniversityLocationEstablishedCampusesSpecializationType
Mirpur University of Science and Technology Mirpur 1980 (2008)* Bhimber GeneralPublic
University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Muzaffarabad 1980 Neelam, Jhelum Valley GeneralPublic
University of Poonch Rawalakot 1980 (2014)* Sudhanoti, Haveli GeneralPublic
Al-Khair University Mirpur 1994 (2011*)GeneralPrivate
Mohi-ud-Din Islamic University Nerian Sharif 2000GeneralPrivate
Women University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir Bagh Bagh 2013GeneralPublic
University of Kotli Kotli 2014GeneralPublic

* Granted university status.

List of medical colleges

Public

Name of medical school [2] FundingEstablishedMBBS

Enrollment

UniversityCityProvince WDOMS profile ECFMG eligible graduates
Azad Jammu Kashmir Medical College Public2012110UHS Muzaffarabad AJK F0002928 2022-current
Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Medical College Public2012110UHS Lahore Mirpur AJK F0002929 2012–current
Poonch Medical College Public2013110UHS Rawalakot AJK F0003102 2022-current
Total330

Private

Name of medical school [3] FundingEstablishedEnrollmentUniversityCityProvince WDOMS profileECFMG eligibility
Mohiuddin Islamic Medical College Private2009100 MIU Mirpur AJK F0002582 2009–current

See also

References

  1. "Higher Education Department Govt. of Azad Jammu & Kashmir".
  2. "Public Medical Colleges". Pakistani Medical Commission. Retrieved 9 May 2021.
  3. "Private Medical Colleges". Pakistan Medical Commission. 2020. Retrieved 9 May 2021.