Key Takeaways
- The Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) held its 12th convocation on July 22, 2026.
- Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar, Chairman of the Board of Governors and PAEC, conferred degrees to 270 graduates.
- The convocation highlighted the growing role of women in science and engineering.
The Pakistan Institute of Engineering and Applied Sciences (PIEAS) University recently held its 12th Convocation on July 22, 2026, at the Inam-ur-Rehman Auditorium. The event was graced by Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar, Chairman of the Board of Governors of PIEAS and Chairman of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC), who served as the chief guest.
Dr. Anwar expressed his pleasure at the significant proportion of female graduates in this year’s batch, emphasizing their contributions to scientific advancement and national development. He congratulated the graduating students on their academic achievements and encouraged them to embrace opportunities in research, innovation, and emerging technologies.
Addressing the convocation, Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship and experience-based learning for shaping successful professional careers. He urged the graduates not to limit their ambitions to seeking employment but to aspire to become job creators through entrepreneurship.
The Chairman also stressed that the future of Pakistan depends on the knowledge, character, and commitment of its young professionals. He encouraged the students to remain committed to excellence, integrity, and dignity throughout their professional careers.
Earlier in her welcome address, Dr. Anila Usman, Rector of PIEAS, congratulated the graduating students and thanked the Chairman for his continued support. She highlighted the outstanding employability and industry readiness of PIEAS graduates, noting that PIEAS ranked third among Pakistani universities in the recently released QS World University Rankings 2027.
Dr. Usman further stated that PIEAS remains committed to preparing future scientists and engineers through excellence in education, impactful research, and meaningful engagement with industry. She emphasized the university’s role in contributing effectively to Pakistan’s scientific and technological progress.
The convocation was attended by distinguished faculty members, graduates, and their families, marking a significant milestone for the institution and its students. The event underscored PIEAS's commitment to fostering a knowledge-based, innovative, and self-reliant Pakistan.
Today, our young engineers and scientists have access to opportunities and platforms that previous generations could only dream of. I urge you to seize these opportunities and contribute to building a knowledge-based, innovative, and self-reliant Pakistan.
Dr. Raja Ali Raza Anwar, Chairman of the Board of Governors and Chairman of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission
PIEAS remains committed to preparing future scientists and engineers through excellence in education, impactful research, and meaningful engagement with industry, enabling them to contribute effectively to Pakistan’s scientific and technological progress.
Dr. Anila Usman, Rector of PIEAS
