The Planning and Development Directorate is the backbone of the University which plays a vital role in its growth and development. Primarily it was established as a Planning and Development Section with the inception of the University in 1980, Keeping in view the convincing demand of the HEC and Planning Commission to strengthen this unit, the Planning and Development section was converted in to the Planning and Development Directorate.
The role of Planning and Development Department is to assess the current and future needs for physical and academic infrastructure and HR needs and prepare plans accordingly. The Planning & Development department is headed by a Director (P&D), who is supported by Assistant Director and other staff.