OGDCL BS BBA BE BEd Admission 2024
Empowering Youth through the OGDCL-National Talent Hunt Program 2024 at Sukkur IBA University
In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering educational excellence and offering admission 2024 and opportunities to the youth from underprivileged areas of Pakistan, the Oil and Gas Development Company Limited OGDCL has teamed up with Sukkur IBA University to launch the OGDCL-National Talent Hunt Program 2024. This fully funded scholarship program is designed to provide a quality education to talented students from Sindh, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Program Overview
The OGDCL-National Talent Hunt Program offers an invaluable opportunity for 340 candidates selected on a merit-cum-need basis to enroll in a Foundation Semester at Sukkur IBA University. This esteemed institution, known for its AACSB accreditation, promises a robust educational experience in foundational subjects including English, Mathematics, and Information & Communication Technologies ICT.
Students who achieve a minimum GPA of 2.2 in their Foundation Semester will qualify for admission into various undergraduate programs. Notably, the top 200 students from this Foundation Semester will receive a fully funded scholarship for a four-year duration in a range of degree programs, contingent upon Sukkur IBA University’s admission policies.
Available Degree Programs
The scholarship covers a diverse array of degree programs, offering students the chance to pursue studies in:
Business Administration BBA
Education B.Ed
Computer Science BS
Software Engineering BS
Accounting and Finance BS
Media & Communication BS
Mathematics with Specialization in Artificial Intelligence BS
Electrical Engineering BE
Software Engineering BE
Selection Criteria
To be considered for this program, candidates must have completed their Intermediate/F.Sc/A-Level education in 2022, 2023, or 2024. The selection process will be based on merit-cum-need criteria, focusing on students from districts identified by OGDCL. Detailed district information and eligibility can be accessed here.
Scholarship Coverage
The scholarship is comprehensive and designed to cover all major educational expenses:
Foundation Semester: Tuition fee, transport charges, books, a monthly stipend, hostel facility, and a laptop for outstanding performers.
Regular Programs: Tuition fee, transport charges, monthly stipend, and hostel facility.
Eligibility Requirements
For BBA/BS/B.Ed Programs: Candidates must have achieved at least 50% marks in their Intermediate/F.Sc annual examinations with no supplementary subjects.
For BE Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering Programs: Candidates need a minimum of 60% marks in their Intermediate/F.Sc Pre-Engineering/Computer Science or A-Level in relevant subjects, or a 3-year DAE with no supplementary.
For BS Mathematics Programs: Candidates should have a minimum of 50% marks in their Intermediate/F.Sc Pre-Engineering or Computer Science group with no supplementary.
Important Dates
Online Form Available: September 9, 2024
Last Date for Form Submission: November 4, 2024
Admission Test Date: November 17, 2024
Classes Commence: January 2025
For details on admission test centers and online applications, please visit here and here.
Contact Information
For more information or queries, you can reach out to Sukkur IBA University at:
Address: Nisar Ahmed Siddiqui Road, Sukkur-65200
The OGDCL-National Talent Hunt Program 2024 represents a transformative step towards nurturing the potential of Pakistan’s youth. By providing access to quality education and essential resources, this initiative aims to build a brighter future for students across the nation.