New admission record at PMAS Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi; over 4,500 students selected
Published 1 hour ago | By Nouman Shakeel
Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, has set a new record for admissions for the Fall 2026 semester. According to data released by the university, more than 4,500 new students enrolled this year—a significant increase compared to previous years.
This achievement was realized under the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman. The university administration noted that this rise in admissions reflects the trust that students and their parents place in the institution.
Increase in Admissions Compared to Previous Years
Enrollment figures for the Fall semester at Arid Agriculture University have fluctuated over the past few years. In 2023, 3,000 students enrolled, while in 2024, that number decreased to 2,600. Subsequently, in 2025, admissions rose to 4,100, and this year, the figure has surpassed 4,500.
Data indicates a 65.4% increase in admissions for 2026 compared to 2024. Furthermore, compared to the 4,100 admissions recorded last year, approximately 8% more students have chosen the university this year.
Interest in Modern Fields Alongside Agriculture
Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Qamar-uz-Zaman described the surge in admissions as a testament to public confidence in the university's academic standards and congratulated the faculty, administrative staff, and the admissions team.
According to the university spokesperson, Dr. Nadeem Ahmed Malik, student interest is no longer confined solely to traditional agriculture; there is also significant enrollment in fields such as IT, engineering, and management sciences. The spokesperson stated that the students' choice of Barani University reflects their confidence in its academic profile, reputation, and modern laboratories.
