Government College University, Lahore
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The Government College University (colloquially known as GCU; Punjabi, Urdu: گورنمنٹ کالج یونیورسٹی) is a public research university in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. GCU is ranked among the most prestigious academic institutions in Pakistan. Founded as Government College, Lahore, in 1864 under British administration, it became a university in year 2002.
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Other name | GCU |
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Former names | Government College (GC) |
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Type | Public |
Established | 1864; 160 years ago (1864) |
Accreditation | |
Chancellor | Governor of the Punjab |
Vice-Chancellor | Ahmad Adnan[1] |
Academic staff | 454[2] |
Administrative staff | 103[2] |
Students | 10,662[2] |
Undergraduates | 5,831[2] |
Postgraduates | 1,712[2] |
520[2] | |
Other students | Intermediate, Certifications[2] |
Location | , , Pakistan 31.5732°N 74.3079°E / 31.5732; 74.3079 |
Campus | Urban |
Colours | Royal blue, goldenrod, maroon |
Website | gcu |
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