National Fertilizer Corporation Institute of Engineering and Technology Multan (NFC-IET)

NFC-IET offers exceptional engineering sciences and related study programs with a modern and up-to-date curriculum. The university provides BS and BSc degrees in various fields, including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology, Computer Science, and Business Administration.

HISTORY

To address the shortage of skilled manpower at the National Fertilizer Corporation, particularly for the chemical process industry, a Training Center was established in 1985 with technical assistance from M/s. COSMO International Co., Ltd., Japan. The Center was created to provide training for engineers, supervisors, operators, technicians, and other administrative staff through modern, multi-dimensional programs. These programs were designed with an up-to-date and comprehensive structure, offering flexibility in content and duration to cover all aspects of process and engineering.

The training program was later upgraded to align with the education policy set by the Government of Pakistan. With approval from the Ministry of Industries & Production, Government of Pakistan, NFC expanded its training center in 1994 by introducing graduate engineering classes in Chemical Engineering, renaming it the “NFC Institute of Engineering & Technological Training.” Continuing its progress, the institute introduced two additional programs—Electronics Engineering and Computer System Engineering—in 2001. Later, a four-year BS program in Computer Science was launched in 2008, followed by a four-year BS program in Environmental Sciences in 2011.

Subsequently, degree programs were introduced at NFC IET under the administration of Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan, and the accreditation of the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).

As a result, NFC IET was granted the status of a Federal Degree-Awarding Institute in 2012, and Prof. Dr. Malik Akhtar Ali Kalrou was appointed as its first Vice Chancellor. Since then, NFC IET has continuously introduced new programs. In 2013, programs in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Architecture Design were launched. Additionally, in 2016, NFC IET introduced research-based postgraduate programs in Chemical Process Engineering and Electrical Power Engineering.

Facilities at NFC IET:

To fulfill the co-curricular needs of students, the institute has established various societies. These societies motivate and inspire students to come up with innovative ideas and enhance their creative skills. The student societies at NFC-IET are:

• Literary Society
• General Society
• Technical Society

A career counseling office has been established at the institute to assist students in effective career planning. The office maintains a comprehensive database of engineering graduates and keeps students informed about new job openings. Additionally, it provides guidance on developing CVs and meeting other career-related requirements. The department is equipped with excellent computer facilities and specialized software, while the digital library offers all the resources necessary for academic success. The institute values productive interaction between academia and industry, and to support this, it offers students internship opportunities with industry partners.

Mission

The mission of the institute is to foster a robust knowledge-based economy. The team at the institute is dedicated to exploring the wonders of science and technology. The institute aims to develop highly skilled professionals equipped with advanced technological expertise. This drive will transform the country’s population into valuable human capital. At NFC-IET, young talents are nurtured and prepared to tackle modern technological challenges. Additionally, the institute seeks to help transform the nation into a prosperous, dignified, and self-reliant country by the end of this decade. It is committed to making advancements that will enhance scientific education and innovation.