Last Updated: October 22, 2026 | Source: Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Campuses page (iub.edu.pk/campuses), checked October 22, 2026
Quick answer: The IUB Baghdad Campus (Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus, BJC) is IUB’s main campus on Hasilpur Road, about 8 km from Bahawalpur city centre. According to IUB, 1,280 acres of land were allotted to the university there, and ten of IUB’s thirteen faculties are at this campus — including Agriculture, Arts, Engineering & Technology, Islamic Learning, Science, and Veterinary & Animal Sciences. The older Abbasia Campus at University Chowk in the city centre houses the Faculty of Law and main administrative offices such as the Admission Cell and Examination Division.
Total Area of IUB Baghdad Campus — Size in Acres and Development Status
IUB states that 1,280 acres of land on Hasilpur Road were allotted to the university for the Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus.
| Campus Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Official Campus Name | IUB Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus |
| Total Area | 1,280 acres allotted (iub.edu.pk) |
| Developed / Built-Up Area | Not published by IUB |
| Undeveloped Land | Not published by IUB |
| Campus Type | Hostels, sports complex, medical centre and libraries on campus |
| Ownership | Land allotted to the university |
| Comparison | Ten of IUB’s thirteen faculties are at this campus |
The total area of IUB Baghdad Campus given by IUB is the 1,280 acres allotted on Hasilpur Road. IUB does not publish a separate figure for the built-up area.
Some websites quote other acreage figures for the campus; the 1,280-acre figure above is the one on IUB’s own Campuses page.
Takeaway: IUB Baghdad Campus: 1,280 acres allotted on Hasilpur Road (per IUB), with hostels, libraries, sports complex and medical centre on site.
IUB Baghdad Campus Location — Address, Distance and How to Reach
The IUB Baghdad Campus location is Hasilpur Road, Bahawalpur — about 8 km from the city centre, according to IUB.
| Location Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Address | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Hasilpur Road, Bahawalpur |
| City | Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Distance from Bahawalpur City Centre | About 8 km from the city centre (per IUB) |
| Distance from Abbasia Campus | Abbasia Campus is in the city centre (University Chowk) |
| Nearest Major Landmark | Hasilpur Road |
| Transport Options | University transport (check routes with the transport office), local transport, private vehicle |
| Google Maps Search | Search “IUB Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus” |
| Nearest Railway Station | Bahawalpur Railway Station (in the city) |
Many students commute from the city and others live in the campus hostels. Ask the university transport office about current routes and timings.
IUB lists student hostels among the campus facilities. For hostel fee details, check the IUB Hostel Fee Structure 2026 page.
Takeaway: IUB Baghdad Campus is on Hasilpur Road, about 8 km from Bahawalpur city centre. Search “IUB Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus” on Google Maps for directions.
IUB Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus — Departments, Faculties and Programs Offered
According to IUB, ten of its thirteen faculties are at Baghdad-ul-Jadeed. The faculty buildings it names include the Faculty of Agriculture, Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Faculty of Islamic Learning, Faculty of Science and Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. The campus also houses the Institute of Business Management and Administrative Sciences (IBMAS), the Cholistan Institute of Desert Studies, the Directorate of Information Technology and the University Model School.
The table below gives examples of programs at the campus. Program lists change every year, so check the current IUB prospectus for the exact department and campus of your program.
| Faculty / Department | Programs Offered | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Faculty of Veterinary & Animal Sciences | DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) — 5 years | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Faculty of Agriculture | Agriculture programs (see prospectus) | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Faculty of Engineering & Technology | Engineering and technology programs (see prospectus) | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Department of Environmental Sciences | See prospectus | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Faculty of Food Science & Technology | See prospectus | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Department of Forestry & Range Management | See prospectus | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
| Sports Sciences | BS Sports Sciences | Check prospectus |
| Research Institutes | Cholistan Institute of Desert Studies; IBMAS | Baghdad-ul-Jadeed |
Besides agriculture, veterinary and engineering, the campus also hosts arts, Islamic learning, science and business faculties — it is IUB’s main campus, not a specialist one.
The Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, which runs DVM, is at the IUB Baghdad Campus. For complete DVM admission details, eligibility, and fee structure, see the IUB DVM Admission 2026 page.
Takeaway: Ten of IUB’s thirteen faculties — including Agriculture, Arts, Engineering & Technology, Islamic Learning, Science and Veterinary & Animal Sciences — are at Baghdad-ul-Jadeed. Check the prospectus for your program’s campus.
IUB Baghdad Campus Facilities — Hostels, Labs, Library, Sports and Infrastructure
IUB lists these facilities at the IUB Baghdad Campus: cricket ground, sports complex, squash court, separate study parks for boys and girls, libraries, computer labs, main auditorium, medical centre, student hostels, a bank, cafeterias and a solar park. Details not listed by IUB are marked “check locally” below.
| Facility | Status at IUB Baghdad Campus | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Boys’ Hostel | ✅ Available — multiple blocks | Apply through the hostel office |
| Girls’ Hostel | ✅ Available — separate facility | Apply through the hostel office |
| Academic Buildings / Lecture Halls | ✅ Operational — multiple faculties | — |
| Research Laboratories | ✅ Agriculture, Vet Sciences, Engineering labs | Computer labs listed by IUB |
| Campus Library | ✅ Libraries on campus | — |
| Mosque | Check locally | Accessible to all students and staff |
| Cafeteria / Canteen | ✅ Cafeterias | — |
| Sports Grounds | ✅ Cricket ground, sports complex, squash court | — |
| Medical Facility | ✅ Medical centre | — |
| Internet / Wi-Fi | Check with the IT directorate | — |
| Shuttle Service | Check with the transport office | — |
| Animal Farm / Livestock Area | Check with the Faculty of Veterinary & Animal Sciences | — |
The large site gives the IUB Baghdad Campus room for its sports complex and grounds, while Abbasia is a smaller city-centre campus.
Takeaway: Official facility list: hostels, libraries, computer labs, auditorium, medical centre, bank, cafeterias, cricket ground, sports complex, squash court, study parks and a solar park.
IUB Baghdad Campus vs Abbasia Campus — Key Differences for Students
Students admitted to IUB often want to know which campus they will attend and how the two campuses compare. Here is a direct comparison of the IUB Baghdad Campus versus the historic Abbasia Campus.
| Factor | IUB Baghdad Campus | IUB Abbasia Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Hasilpur Road, about 8 km from the city centre | University Chowk, central Bahawalpur |
| Total Area | 1,280 acres allotted | Not stated by IUB — compact city campus |
| Primary Programs | 10 of 13 faculties, incl. Agriculture, Arts, Engineering, Islamic Learning, Science, Veterinary; IBMAS | Faculty of Law; VC Secretariat, Registrar, Examination Division, Admission Cell |
| Campus Type | Student hostels on campus | Two hostels: Abu Bakar Hall (boys), Rabia Hall (girls) |
| Environment | Large campus outside the city centre | City-centre campus |
| Sports Facilities | Cricket ground, sports complex, squash court | Sports ground |
| Main Library | Libraries on campus | Check locally |
| City Access | About 8 km from the city centre | In the city centre |
| Established Since | Newer — ongoing development | Historic — well-established infrastructure |
Your campus depends on where your department is located. Most faculties are at the IUB Baghdad Campus; the Faculty of Law is at Abbasia. Admission, examination and registrar matters are handled at Abbasia. Check your program’s campus in the prospectus or on your admission letter.
Takeaway: Your department decides your campus. Baghdad-ul-Jadeed hosts ten of thirteen faculties; Abbasia hosts the Faculty of Law and the main administrative offices.
IUB Baghdad Campus Admission 2026 — Programs, Fee Structure, Last Date and Apply Process
Fees are set per program in IUB’s official fee schedule, not per campus. See IUB Fee Structure 2026 for complete program-wise fee tables.
Admission to programs at the IUB Baghdad Campus follows the same IUB admission process as all other programs — there is no separate campus application.
| Step | Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check IUB admission advertisement | iub.edu.pk — look for programs listed under the campus departments |
| 2 | Check test requirement | Only if your program requires a test (see advertisement) |
| 3 | Apply online at IUB Admissions portal | Select your specific program — campus is pre-assigned by program |
| 4 | Pay application fee | Via bank challan — as per IUB admission brochure |
| 5 | Check merit list | IUB E Portal — separate list per program |
| 6 | Confirm seat and pay semester fee | By the deadline on the merit list — challan via the admission portal |
| 7 | Report to your department | Follow your department’s orientation notice |
For Fall 2026 admission timing, last dates, and complete eligibility for programs at the IUB Baghdad Campus, see the IUB Fall Admission 2026 page. For test schedules (where a program requires one), see the IUB NAT Test GAT Schedule 2026 page. For merit list checking, see the IUB Merit List 2026 page.
Takeaway: There is no separate campus application — apply through the normal IUB admission portal; your program decides your campus.
FAQ — IUB Baghdad Campus 2026
What is the total area of IUB Baghdad Campus in acres?
According to IUB’s Campuses page, 1,280 acres of land on Hasilpur Road were allotted to the university for the Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus. IUB does not publish a separate built-up area figure.
Where is IUB Baghdad Campus located?
The IUB Baghdad Campus is on Hasilpur Road, Bahawalpur, about 8 km from the city centre (per IUB). Search “IUB Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus” on Google Maps for directions. The Abbasia Campus is at University Chowk in the city centre.
What is Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus IUB?
The Baghdad-ul-Jadeed Campus (BJC), also called IUB Baghdad Campus, is IUB’s large campus on Hasilpur Road. “Baghdad-ul-Jadeed” means “New Baghdad”. Ten of IUB’s thirteen faculties are here, along with hostels, libraries, a medical centre and sports facilities.
Which programs are offered at IUB Baghdad Campus?
Programs of the faculties based there — including Agriculture, Arts, Engineering & Technology, Islamic Learning, Science, Veterinary & Animal Sciences (DVM) and IBMAS business programs. Law is at Abbasia Campus. Check the current prospectus for your exact program.
Does IUB Baghdad Campus have hostel facilities?
Yes — IUB lists student hostels among the IUB Baghdad Campus facilities. Apply through the university hostel office. For hostel fee details, see the IUB Hostel Fee Structure 2026 page.
How far is IUB Baghdad Campus from Abbasia Campus?
IUB says Baghdad-ul-Jadeed is about 8 km from Bahawalpur city centre, where the Abbasia Campus is located (University Chowk). Travel time depends on traffic; ask the transport office about university bus routes.
Is IUB Baghdad Campus better than Abbasia Campus?
They serve different purposes. The IUB Baghdad Campus is the large main campus (1,280 acres allotted) with most faculties and a sports complex; Abbasia is the historic city-centre campus with the Faculty of Law and main offices. Your department decides your campus.
Conclusion
The IUB Baghdad Campus (Baghdad-ul-Jadeed) is IUB’s main campus on Hasilpur Road, about 8 km from Bahawalpur city centre, with 1,280 acres allotted and ten of thirteen faculties. For hostel fee and accommodation details, see IUB Hostel Fee Structure 2026. For admission process and last dates, see IUB Fall Admission 2026. For DVM program specifically, see IUB DVM Admission 2026. For fee structure by program, see IUB Fee Structure 2026. For iub affiliated colleges 2026, see IUB Affiliated Colleges 2026.
