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Baba Guru Nanak University
Nankana Sahib, Punjab
About BGNU
Baba Guru Nanak University (BGNU) is a newly established public sector university in the historic city of Nankana Sahib, the birthplace of Guru Nanak. Spanning 107 acres, the university is designed as a cultural and academic bridge, with a specialized focus on Punjabi language, Sikh heritage, and Khalsa studies. The campus features modern academic blocks, a central library system, and state-of-the-art laboratories. BGNU aims to accommodate over 20,000 students, fostering an environment of critical thinking and interfaith harmony while contributing to the knowledge-based economy of Pakistan.
The foundation stone was laid on October 28, 2019, to commemorate the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak. The university was formally chartered by the Government of Punjab through the BGNU Act (X of 2020) on July 02, 2020.
Programs Offered
5 programs available
BS Computer Science
4 YearsHigh
52,000 PKR
1st Semester
BS Zoology
4 YearsHigh
48,000 PKR
1st Semester
BS Information Technology
4 YearsHigh
52,000 PKR
1st Semester
BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
4 YearsModerate
45,000 PKR
1st Semester
BS Islamic Studies
4 YearsModerate
35,000 PKR
1st Semester
Frequently Asked Questions
3 common questions answered
Campus Facilities
- Faculty Hostels Building
- Central Library System
- State-of-the-art Science Labs
- Sikh Heritage Research Center
- IT Infrastructure & CMS Portal
- Student Cafeteria & Mosque
Academic Departments
Department of Computer Science & IT
Department of Zoology
Department of Mathematics
Department of Physics
Department of Islamic Studies
Department of Fine Arts & Graphic Design
Department of Management Sciences
Admission 2024
Application Period
July - September (Fall) / December - January (Spring)
Deadline
September 15, 2026 (Fall Cycle Estimate)
Entry Test
BGNU Departmental Test / ETEA / NAT
Test Date
September 25 - October 05, 2026
Fee Structure
Fee Range
35,000 - 65,000 PKR
As a public sector institution, BGNU offers a subsidized fee structure. Morning programs in Social Sciences average 35,000 - 40,000 PKR per semester. Science and IT programs (Computer Science, Zoology, Physics) range from 45,000 to 55,000 PKR. Replica/Evening programs are slightly higher, averaging 55,000 - 65,000 PKR.