National Collaborations

Kaarvan Crafts Foundation (KFC), Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Letter of Agreement with Kaarvan Crafts Foundation. The LoA signing ceremony was held on February 26, 2026.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Kamran, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Danish jabbar Khan, Chief Executive Officer, KFC

Focal Person:

• Dr. Muhammad Fahim Mushtaq, Chairman
• Department of Data Science

Witnesses:

• Prof. Dr. Dost Muhammad Khan, Dean, Faculty of Computing, IUB
• Dr. Faisal Shahzad, Director IT, IUB
• Dr. Shahzad Ahmed Khalid, Director Media and Public Relations, IUB
• Mr. Muhammad Arshad Bhatti From Directorate of International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the LoA:

1. Under this initiative, a Digital Learning Hub will be established to promote women’s digital literacy and economic independence. The hub will provide training and capacity-building opportunities in online marketing, e-commerce, financial technology, and digital communication. This initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and enable women to actively participate in the digital economy. Speaking on the occasion, the leadership emphasized that digital skills are no longer a luxury but a necessity for sustainable development and economic empowerment
2. By equipping women with modern digital tools and knowledge, the project will enable them to access new markets, strengthen entrepreneurial capabilities, and improve their livelihoods. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment among the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and UN Women Pakistan, Kaarvan Crafts Foundation to promote gender inclusion through technology and innovation.

Lodhran Pilot Project (LLP)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lodhran Pilot Project (LLP). The MoU signing ceremony was held on September 01, 2024.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Dr. Muhammad Abdul Saboor, Chief Executive officer , LPP

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Asif Naveed Ranjha, Chairman
• Department of Social Science, IUB

Witnesses:

• Miss. Shabana, LPP
• Prof. Dr. Shazia Anjum, Dean Faculty of Chemical and Biological Sciences, IUB
• Faisal Maqsood, Department of Botany

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The main purpose of this MOU is to establish an understanding between the parties for the collaborative efforts and joint ventures. This will be focusing but not limited on students' trainings, field learning, work on climate change, re-engagement of students Peace Clubs, mentorship & capacity building programs, career counseling, research studies and life skills with the support of national and international donors.

D-Sign Group of Companies, Islamabad

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with D-Sign Group of Companies, Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on July 01, 2024.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Zubair Ahmed, CEO of D-Sign Group of Companies

Focal Person:

• Dr. Muhammad Abid Rashid Gill, Chairperson
• Department of Economics, IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Muhammad Rizwan Junaid, Director, Projects & Research, D-Sign Group of Companies
• Dr. Atif, Director ORIC, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Both Parties acknowledge their intent to continue to collaborate with one another in enhancing capacities for Human Resource Development, Poverty Elevation programming in Pakistan.

Alkhedmat Foundation, South Punjab (Bahawalpur)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alkhedmat Foundation, South Punjab (Bahawalpur). The MoU signing ceremony was held on December 08, 2025.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Syed Zeeshan Akhtar, Head, AKSFP, Bahwalpur

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Atif, Director
• Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC)

Witnesses:

• Mr. Syed Zainulabidin, President, AKFSP
• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Amjad, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology
• Prof. Dr. Shafiq-ur-Rehman Dean Faculty of Islamic Learning
• Mr. Arshad Bhatti, Assistant, Directorate of International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Establish collaborative framework between IUB and AKFSP to enhance the development of students through various initiatives aimed at promoting social responsibility, humanitarian values, and community engagement through exchange of facilities.

Atidal Foundation, Lodhran, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Atidal Foundation, Lodhran, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on November 21, 2023.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Reactor of Atidal Foundation Lodhran

Focal Person:

• Dr. Muhammad Ilyas Khawaja Assistant professor
• Department of Arabic, IUB

Witnesses:

• Ammat US Salam, Finance Secretory, of Atidal Foundation
• Prof. Dr. Shafiq-ur-Rehman Dean Faculty of Islamic Learning
• Prof. Dr. Shazia Anjum, Faculty of chemical & Biological Science, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. AF and IUB agree to explore the feasibility and varied formats-of launching professional development training programs and related consultations to meet current and future needs associated with the education of students, academics, and faculty members
2. When feasible and practical, raise and provide grants, scholarships etc. to students and scholars of the Faculty of Islamic and Arabic Studies for workshops, seminars and conferences etc.
3. Facilitate and coordinate the availability of resources such as books, Artifact’s, customized material, scholars, experts etc.

Nawab sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abasi Hospital, Bahawalpur

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Nawab sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abasi Hospital, Bahawalpur. The MoU signing ceremony was held on November 08, 2023.

Signatories:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Medical Superintendent Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi Hospital

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Saeed Ahmed, Dean
• Faculty of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences

Witnesses:

• Additional Medical Superintendent Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi Hospital
• Nursing Superintendent Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi Hospital
• Farhan Mukhtar Principal University College of Nursing, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Qaiser Jabeen, Faculty of Pharmacy
• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Atif, Faculty of Pharmacy

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi Hospital Bahawalpur, University College of Nursing and Faculty of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences will provide quality practical training to the students in the facilities available. This practical training acquired in the hospital will lead to increase in clinical research and practical skills of teachers and students.
2. Islamia University of Bahawalpur will also be able to obtain data from Nawab Sir Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi Hospital Bahawalpur for research purposes and both institutions will organize joint conferences, seminars and workshops.

Bargad Society of Human Resources, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Bargad Society of Human Resources, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on April 03, 2023.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Ms. Sabiha Shaheen , executive Director, Bargad Society of Human Resources

Focal Person:

• Dr. Azhar Hussain, Additional Director
• Student Affairs, IUB

Witnesses:

• Ms. Rabia Dar, Program officer, Bargad Society of Human Resources
• Ms. Arisha Fatima, President of IUB Road Safety Awareness Society
• Miss. Tahreem Fatima, President of IUB Girls Guide
• Dr. Muhammad Fahim Mushtaq, Department of Computer Science
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Providing the IUB students society’s members with opportunities in youth-developing activities/ training/ workshops/ youth festivals/ seminars/ dialogues/campaigns/exchanges, events, etc.
2. Promoting youth volunteerism through on-campus and community outreach activities, social action projects and internships
3. Developing market and civil society linkages for students among multiple stakeholders i.e. government, civil society, academia, media, youth organizations and groups
4. Involving IUB students in promoting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through awareness and orientation Establishment of a Youth Center at IUB after securing support from donor

Women university Swabi (WUS)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Women university Swabi (WUS). The MoU signing ceremony was held on February 09, 2023.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Shahana Urooj Kazmi, Vice Chancellor, WUS

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Shazia Anjum Dean
• Faculty of chemical & Biological Science, IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Ambreen Ayub, Director ORIC, WUS
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Joint venture in teacher education and resource development through pooling resources (faculty, library resources, and space/building) from both the universities.
2. Involvement of IUB faculty and staff in the academic programs of WUS by collaboration through educational seminars, conferences, trainings, joint research project and cultural exchange Exchange of library resources, publications, reports and other academic research materials and information.
3. Nomination of subject experts, bilaterally, for the purpose of assessment of academic programs Students from both the universities with innovative exchange experience for cross cultural, academic, and leadership development. An opportunity to improve the academic knowledge and professional skills required to achieve long-term academic and professional goals

The Women University, Multan (WUM)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Women University, Multan (WUM). The MoU signing ceremony was held on January 30, 2023.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Uzma Qureshi, Vice Chancellor, WUM

Focal Person:

• Rizwan Majeed, Director
• Information Technology (IT), IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Qammar Rubab, Registrar, WUM

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The purpose of this Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between The Islamia University of Bahawalpur and Women University, Multan is to work together in the area of testing and examinations. Through this agreement, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur will provide testing services and technical help to Women University, Multan. This cooperation aims to make the testing process fair, reliable, and of good quality, helping both universities improves their academic standards.

Pakistan institute of Development Economics, Islamabad

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Pakistan institute of Development Economics, Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on January 23, 2023.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Nadeem ul Haq, Vice Chancellor, Pakistan institute of Development Economics

Focal Person:

• Dr. Abid Rasheed Gill, Chairman
• Department of Economics, IUB

Witnesses:

• honorable guest, Raja Jahangir Anwar, Commissioner, Bahawalpur
• Chaudhry Zulfikar Ali Mann, President, Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Bahawalpur
• Dr. Durr-e-Nayab, Pro-Vice Chancellor Pakistan Institute of Development Economics Islamabad
• Prof. Dr. Rubina Bhatti ,Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The Parties, subject to the terms of this MoU and the laws, rules, regulations and national policies from time to time in force in each Party's country, will endeavor to strengthen, promote and develop academic and research co-operation between the Parties on the basis of equality and mutual benefit.

University of Karachi

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Institute of Clinical Psychology University of Karachi. The MoU signing ceremony was held on November 11, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Uzma Ali, Director Institute of Clinical Psychology University of Karachi

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Saleem, Chairman
• Department of Applied Psychology,  IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Sobia Aftab, Institute of Clinical Psychology University of Karachi
• Dr. Salman Shahzad, Institute of Clinical Psychology University of Karachi
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Professional Resource Sharing
2. Professional Capacity Building Programs
3. Research Collaboration
4. Internship Opportunities
5. Study Cultural Trips

Chamber of Commerce Industries, Rahim Yar khan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Chamber of Commerce Industries, Rahim Yar khan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on November 19, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Mian Saad Hasan, Acting President, RYKCCI

Focal Person:

• Dr. Fahad Javed Baig, Assistant Professor
• Department, Management. Sciences

Witnesses:

• Muhammad Uzman Zahar, Secretory-General, RYKCCI

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Under the agreement, business seminars, conferences, workshops will be organized in collaboration between the two institutions and business opportunities will be increased. Similarly, students will be provided with research projects, internships and access to industry facilities. In addition, business start-ups in the field of IT, promotion of alumni network, organization of various job fairs, establishment of business incubation centers and organization of international and national training programs for faculty and staff members will also be ensured through mutual cooperation.

Drug regulatory authority of Islamabad

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Drug regulatory authority of Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on August19, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Mr. Asim Rauf, CEO, DRAP

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhter, Dean
• Faculty of Pharmacy, IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Shahzad Khalid Director of PRO, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Both organizations, under this MoU have agreed to facilitate cooperation in academic research to foster collective efforts in facilitating scientific progress through exchange of knowledge and expertise. It will open new opportunities for academic, research, trainings and mutual collaborations.

Pakistan meteorological Department, Islamabad

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Pakistan meteorological Department, Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on June 29, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Honorable, Sahibzad Khan, General Director, Pakistan Meteorological Department

Focal Person:

• Dr. Ali Raza, Director
• National Research Center, Intercropping Technology, IUB

Witnesses:

• Staff of Pakistan Meteorological Department

Purpose of the MoU:

1. A center of excellence for teaching and research in climate sciences will be established. Glacier melting, river flow and its effects on the food chain will be examined. Priority will be given to training young scientists in this regard.
2. Research and collaboration will be promoted to convert the artificial rain system into a fruit basket of Pakistan.
3. According to the agreement, the two institutes will organize training programs to enhance the capacity of their specialists. A database of information on meteorology, agriculture, glaciers will be compiled.
4. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and Pakistan Meteorological Department for cooperation in the field of meteorology, increase in metaphysics, meteorological forecasting and related issues.

Pakistan academy of engineering artificial Intelligence Consortium (PAEAIC)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Pakistan academy of engineering artificial Intelligence Consortium (PAEAIC). The MoU signing ceremony was held on June 13, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Engr. Brig. Naseem Akhtar Khan Executive Secretary, PAEAIC

Focal Person:

• Dr. Imran Sarwar Bajwa Chairman
• Department of Computer Science

Witnesses:

• Dr. Masood from Australia, international Focal Person, PAEAIC
• Dr. Zubairy from USA, , international Focal Person, PAEAIC
• Brig. Dr. Naseem Akhtar A Khan from Karachi, PAEAIC
• Prof. Dr. Amjad Dean faculty of Engineering, IUB
• Dr. Muhammad Hussain Tahir, Dean, Faculty of Computing
• Dr. Dost Muhammad Khan Chairmen Department of IT, IUB
• Rizwan Majeed, Director IT, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The Pakistan Academy of Engineering Artificial Intelligence Consortium will provide job opportunities to engineering and IT students of the Islamia University of Bahawalpur in the global job market

Association for Biorisk management, Peshawar

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Association for Biorisk management, Peshawar. The MoU signing ceremony was held on May 26, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Dr. Asghar Ali, Executive, Director, Association for Biorisk Management

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Mansoor Khalid, Dean
• Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences

Witnesses:

• Prof. Dr. Saeed Ahmad Buzdar, Director, Institute of physics
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The Association for Biorisk Conservation will regularly collaborate on biosafety and security in the faculties and laboratories of the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and provide necessary training to the faculty members in this regard. In this way, measures regarding bio-safety in the laboratories of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine will be reviewed and safety devices will be provided to the researchers.

National Center for Physics (NCP), Islamabad

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with National Center for Physics (NCP), Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on October 04, 2022.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Dr Mansoor Hameed Inayat, Director General of NCP

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Saeed Ahmad Buzdar, Dean
• Faculty of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, & Director Institute of physics

Witnesses:

• Dr. Ishaq Ahmad CEO Physics, NCP
• Dr. Ashfaq Ahmad Director High Energy Physics Division, NCP
• Dr. Muhammad Aslam Baig (S.I), NCP
• Ms. Rabia Rasheed, GM CAAD, NCP
• Dr. Faisal Iqbal, IUB
• Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Baloch, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. This MoU will provide opportunity to our students, researchers, and faculty members to participate in state of art research facilities.
2. This MoU will help our researchers to present their scientific work in national and international conferences happening at NCP very frequently.
3. This will be very beneficial to IUB in promoting its science culture and recognition.

Sawie Systems Rawalpindi, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Sawie Systems Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on December 30, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Engr. Mushtaq Ahmed Gill, CEO of SAWIE

Focal Person:

• Dr. Wajid Nasim Jatoi, Director
• International Center of Climate Change, Food Security and Sustainability (ICCFS) ,IUB

Witnesses:

• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Amjad, Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Technology
• Prof. Dr. Shazia Anjum, Dean, Faculty of Science, IUB
• Prof. Dr. M. Hussain Tahir, Dean, Faculty of Computing, IUB
• Prof. Dr. M. Khalid Mansoor Dean, Faculty of Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, IUB
• Dr. M. Aown Sammar Raza, Chairman, Department of Agronomy
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The Parties shall cooperate in science and technology to promote food security and climate change environment, water and natural resources. for the purpose of supporting technology innovation for improving the access of services, training, knowledge and broadening the existing knowledge base for agricultural development and strengthening the research, extension and outreach activities of the Parties

Weather Walay (WW) Islamabad, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Weather Walay (WW) Islamabad, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on December 21, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Honorable Gohar Ayub Khan, Station Development, Weather walay

Focal Person:

• Dr. Ali Raza, Director
• National Research Center, Intercropping Technology, IUB

Witnesses:

• Muhammad Hanif, University Alumni, Renowned meteorologist,

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The MoU reflects sincere intentions of enhancing capabilities at academic level, weather forecasts, deployment of weather stations and rain enhancement project
2. Mutual collaboration between the Islamia University of Bahawalpur and Weather walay institution will provide internship and employment opportunities to university students

AL NAFI, Karachi, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AL NAFI, Karachi, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on December 21, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Muhammad Faisal, CIO of AL NAFI Karachi

Focal Person:

• Dr. Dost Muhammad Khan, Head
• Department of Information Technology, IUB

Witnesses:

• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Provide the framework for any future binding concerning AL NAFI and IUB for the collaboration related to Students Training, Corporate Trainings, Research Assistance, Industrial Projects Assistance and Internship opportunities for the Students of IUB
2. Start the working relationship between AL NAFI and IUB by incorporating /launching any of the courses either as stand-alone courses or as part of IUB curriculum, from annexed list, which shall be offered by AL NAFI and IUB jointly.

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) Islamabad, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) Islamabad. The MoU signing ceremony was held on November 19, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Syed Abrar Hussain, Vice Chairman Ambassador (r), IPS

Witnesses:

• Naufil Shahrukh, GM Operations, IPS
• Syed Nadeem Farhat, Senior Research Officer, IPS
• Shafaq Sarfraz, Manager Outreach, IPS
• Prof. Dr. Jawad Iqbal, Dean, Faculty of Management Sciences and Commerce, IUB
• Muhammad Hamid Murtza Assistant Professors, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between IPS and IUB aimed at exploring and pursuing joint research, academic and publishing ventures, facilitating cooperation and collaboration between the two institutions in fostering dialogue and discussions among scholars, experts and policy makers in the areas of national interest, and capacity building endeavors for the research faculty and students to carry out policy-oriented research.

Barani Agricultural research institute (BARI) Chakwal, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Barani Agricultural research institute (BARI) Chakwal. The MoU signing ceremony was held on September 24, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Mr. Muhmmad Rafique Doger Direcotor of Jaffri, BARI

Witnesses:

• Dr. Muhammad Azhar Iqbal Senior Scientist, BARI
• Dr.Muhammad Nafees Chairmen, Horticulture Science, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. To strengthen the research and development activities in horticulture sector (Germplasm exchange, researcher's visits, and student's internship facilitations, Co-supervision of undergraduate/postgraduate students, research trials/trainings and seminars)

Faizan global relief foundation Dawat-e-Islami (FGRF), Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Faizan global relief foundation Dawat-e-Islami (FGRF), Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on August 25, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Haji Asla Attari, Reginol Head Dawate-Islami Multan Region

Focal Person:

• Prof. Dr. Shafiq-ur-Rehman, Director
• Seerat Chair, IUB

Witnesses:

• Arshad Hassan Madni, Regional Head Education Department Dawate-Islami Multan Regiona
• Malik Amir , Farm Manager, IUB
• Dr. Nafees, Faculy of Agriculture, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. To promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable plantation across the university, Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF) for the plantation of 2500 trees in the Baghdad ul Jaded Campus, IUB

Internet things Center private limited Islamabad, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Internet things Center private limited Islamabad, Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on July 07, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Mr. Muhammad Hamza CTO of Internet things center private limited

Witnesses:

• Dr. Tahir Hussain Dean Faculty of Computing, IUB
• Dr. Waqar Aslam Head Department of Artificial Intelligence, IUB
• Dr. Shahzada Khurrum Assistant professor Department of Artificial Intelligence, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Internet of Things Center will provide the students or graduates of IU Bahawalpur with volunteer experiences, internships and internship leading to job opportunities.
2. Internet of Things Center and IU Bahawalpur will mutually organize webinars and workshops regularly, related to emerging technologies such as lot.
3. Internet of Things Center will plan and offer discounted rate loT trainings with or without its partners including IU Bahawalpur. IU Bahawalpur can provide relevant available teachers/trainers for trainings who will be paid accordingly.
4. Both Parties are allowed to use official logos of each other for trainings, seminar, webinars and workshops.

Hamard Labotaries (WAQF) Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hamard Labotaries (WAQF) Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on June 22, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Director & Head HR Rector of Hamdard Laboratories (Waqf)

Witnesses:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, IUB
• Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Asif, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Paid internship will be offered in Hamdard Laboratories and Hamdard Matabs to the BEMS graduates of UCCM, IUB and subsequently jobs will be offered after completion of internship. Medical camps, national & international seminars/conferences will be organized throughout the Pakistan for the recognition of Eastern Medicine as joint activities.
2. Research facilities of both the institutions will be shared and joint research projects will be carried out for development of profession.

University of Management and Technology Lahore

The University Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with University of management and Technology Lahore Signing MoU and Virtual Document Exchange Ceremony held on April 15, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Ibrahim Sohiab Murad, President ILM Trust, UMT

Witnesses:

• Dr. Muhammad Aslam, UMT
• Dr. Sadia Saleem, UMT
• Muhammad Saleem Chairmen Department of Applied Psychology, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. The purpose of this Agreement is to stimulate and to support educational activities and projects Department of Clinical Psychology, UMT and Department of Applied Psychology, IUB.
2. Promoting institutional exchange by inviting faculty of the other Party to participate in a variety of teaching or research activities and professional development.
3. Organize symposia, conferences, short courses, and meetings on research issues.
4. To exchange expertise in terms of counseling and therapy for effective working of department and Enabling Center situated in the department of Applied Psychology, IUB.

Association for gender awareness Human Empowerment (AGAHE), Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Association for gender awareness Human Empowerment (AGAHE), Pakistan. The MoU signing ceremony was held on January 01, 2021 .

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Mubark Ali Sarwar, Chief Executive officer, AGAHE

Witnesses:

• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Facilitate to each other in need base Research Program.
2. Organize the joint conferences and training workshops on the common programmatic area of both organizations.
3. Design the internship program especially with the said departments and AGAHI Programmatic Areas (WASH. Sustainable lively hood. Governance. Disaster management, health and nutrition especially on the Climate Change and Agriculture.
4. Exchange the programmatic information and materials with each other
5. Exchange of periodicals and other publications

Quaid-i-Azam University of Islamabad, Pakistan

The University Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding Quaid-i-Azam University of Islamabad, PakistanSigning of MoU and Virtual Document Exchange Ceremony held on April 08, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ali Vice Chancellor, Quaid-i-Azam University of Islamabad

Witnesses:

• Dr. Gul Shahnaz Department of Pharmacy, Quaid-i-Azam University of Islamabad
• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar Dean Faculty of Pharmacy, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad Director International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Collaboration in research projects.
2. Collaboration and exchange of information and technology among teaching faculty, scholars of post-graduate and undergraduate students.
3. Training of teaching faculty, scholars of post-graduate and undergraduate students of advanced techniques, processes and data analysis.
4. The conduct of special projects for mutual benefit for improving health, well-being and socioeconomic status of both institutions
5. The faculty members, scholars and undergraduate students will be exempted to pay any bench/tuition/course fee on either side.

Weekly Technology Times Islamabad, Pakistan

The University Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding Weekly Technology Times Islamabad, PakistanSigning of MoU and Virtual Document Exchange Ceremony held on April 02, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Syyed Aki Mustafa Zaidi Paras, Edittor of Weekly Technology Times

Witnesses:

• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Sharing their expertise with each other in science popularization through media.
2. Arranging science journalists training, media workshops, conferences and various types of events for awareness creation among journalist community specifically and other communities generally, and socio-economic development of the society.
3. Arranging science exhibitions, demos, walks and any kind of science promotional institutions etc.
4. Will work as media partners for promotion of IUB functions free of cost
5. Mutual sharing and exchange of information and materials like literature, videos, and other data for designing of common activities.

Bahuaddin Zakariya University of Multan, Pakistan

The University Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding Bahuaddin Zakariya University of Multan, PakistanSigning of MoU and Virtual Document Exchange Ceremony held on March 26, 2021.

Signatories:

• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Mansoor Akbar Kundi Vice Chancellor, BZU

Witnesses:

• Prof. Dr. Naveed Akhtar, Dean Faculty of Pharmacy, IUB
• Prof. Dr. Haji Shoaib Department of Pharmaceutics, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Collaboration in research projects.
2. Collaboration and exchange of information and technology among teaching faculty, scholars of post graduate and undergraduate students.
3. Training of teaching faculty, scholars of post graduate and undergraduate students of advanced techniques, processes and data analysis.
4. The conduct of special projects for mutual benefit for improving health, well-being and socioeconomic status of both collaborators.
5. At least one faculty member and one nomine from industry side will attend conference arranged by either side.

Mumkin Kar Welfare Society (MKWS), Punjab, Pakistan

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Mumkin Kar Welfare Society (MKWS), Punjab, Pakistan. The MoU signing and virtual document exchange ceremony was held on January 1, 2021.

Signatories:

• Muhammad Farooq Ashraf, Head of South Punjab, MKWS, Punjab, Pakistan
• Engr. Prof. Dr. Athar Mahboob, Vice Chancellor, IUB

Witnesses:

• Hafiz Fahad Safdar, Head of Documentation, MKWS, Bahawalpur
• Muhammad Waqar, Marketer, MKWS, Bahawalpur
• Dr. Naveed Ranjha, Chairman, Department of Social Work, IUB
• Dr. Abid Shahzad, Director, International Linkages, IUB

Purpose of the MoU:

1. Provision of Fatima Scholarship especially for IUB students from diversified background coming from entire Pakistan.
2. Provision of fees for deserving, needy and Orphans IUB students especially for students from diversified background coming from entire Pakistan.
3. Financial assistance in form of payment of hostel dues of deserving, needy and Orphan IUB students especially for students from diversified background coming from entire Pakistan.
4. Provision of internship and job opportunities for IUB graduates in relevant fields
5. For any other initiatives with mutual consent.
6. Provision of hard component (vehicles for Social Work field practice and for Directorate of Fundraising and University Advancement, infrastructure development, lab and IT equipment etc.)