Riphah International University, situated in Islamabad, stands as a privately chartered institution, granted its charter by the Federal Government of Pakistan back in 2002. Its founding mission was to nurture a new generation of professionals imbued with Islamic moral and ethical principles, establishing a distinctive educational approach.Fueled by a not-for-profit trust known as the Islamic International Medical College Trust (IIMCT), which came into existence in 1995, this university finds its dedicated sponsorship. The first project of the IIMCT was the Islamic International Medical College, Rawalpindi, established in 1996 by its Founding Managing Trustee; Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Muhammad Zulfiqar Ali Khan, TI(M), TBt (Late).
At present, the University boasts seven distinct faculties, a multitude of academic departments, and even extends its reach with overseas projects.
Creating advanced educational institutions with a primary emphasis on instilling Islamic ethical principles
Established in 2002, Riphah International University is a privately operated university, officially chartered by the Federal Government of Pakistan.
The mission of the trust is:
The core mission of IIMC-T is to address the critical challenge of declining academic standards within the Muslim Ummah. We aim to achieve this by founding new institutions in Pakistan and enlisting well-known scholars and scientists in our endeavors.
Our mission places a significant emphasis on nurturing Islamic ethical values among our students, with the ultimate goal of shaping them into Muslim professionals in fields like medicine, engineering, and social sciences.
Major General Zulfiqar Ali Khan founded the Islamic International Medical College Trust in 1995. He aimed to produce graduates who should not only be good doctors, physiologists, psychologists, dentists, chemists, and good educationists but also very good Muslims, human beings, and good citizens. Against all odds, he skillfully rallied the most exceptional talents from the nation, assembling a team that passionately carried his vision forward, working with unparalleled dedication to bring his mission to fruition.
From day one, his vision for trust transcended the mere establishment of educational institutions; his vision was to infuse Islamic values into a wide variety of fields. He often emphasized to his colleagues that the younger generation wouldn’t be swayed by mere words. Instead, they could be profoundly impacted, guided, inspired, and motivated by individuals of unwavering character and strength.
Riphah International University Sahiwal is dedicated to delivering a holistic educational experience that extends beyond academics. The university regularly organizes academic conferences, cultural programs, sports competitions, and extracurricular activities, providing students with opportunities to showcase their skills, build confidence, and develop leadership qualities. These events play a vital role in creating an engaging and vibrant campus environment.
To support students throughout their academic journey, Riphah offers safe and secure hostel facilities with separate accommodations for boys and girls, equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable stay. In addition, the university provides reliable and well-structured transportation services, connecting students from Sahiwal and nearby regions to the campus with ease. Together, these facilities ensure that students enjoy a supportive, accessible, and enriching university life.
The Islamic value system draws its legitimacy from two universal realities: tawhid (توحید) and ‘adl (عدل), or Allah’s unity, uniqueness, and attribute of fairness. For our convenience, we have selected six major values as the basis of our policies and practices. These are complemented by equally important behaviors prescribed by the Qur’an (قرآن) and the Sunnah (سنت) for a socially responsible society and organization.
Al-Akhirah (آخرت Oriented Decisions)
Act with awareness of the Hereafter, ensuring sincerity and responsibility.
Itiqan (اتقان – Excellence)
Strive for quality and continuous improvement.
Mushawarah (مشاورت – Consultation)
Encourage dialogue, respect, and collective wisdom.
Ijtima‘iyah (اجتماعیت – Team Work)
Build cooperation and mutual support.
Rahmah (رحمت – Compassion)
Show kindness, empathy (ہمدردی), and care.
Muhasabah (محاسبہ – Accountability)|
Ensure transparency and responsibility.
Riphah International University, Islamabad, earned the distinction of being categorized as a “W” Category University by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan in 2005. Furthermore, it ascended to the ranks of the top five private sector universities eligible to receive research grants from the Government of Pakistan through the HEC. Recently, Riphah has been ranked at the second position among all the private national universities of the general category. Riphah International University stands as an edge-cutting institution in Pakistan, securing the distinction of becoming the nation’s first university to attain certification under the ISO 9001:2008 Standard. This recognition was announced by the renowned UK-based entity, Lloyd’s Register, recognized as one of the world’s top independent organizations specializing in risk management and safety assurance.
