The Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology (GIKI) is one of the most prestigious engineering institutes in Pakistan. GIKI is known the world over for setting a standard of excellence in the field of engineering. Over the years, the institute has produced bright, innovative graduates employed at some of the most respectable firms all over the world. GIKI aspires to be a centre of excellence in engineering sciences and technology, which acts as an effective agent of change and a model for others to emulate. It is autonomous and independently chartered and is funded by the private sector. It strives to attract faculty of outstanding talent and ability to provide the students with a supporting and enabling environment. It hopes to produce graduates who distinguish themselves by their professional competence, humanistic outlook and ethical rectitude, pragmatic approach to problem-solving and organisational and managerial skills. Given these attributes, they should be able to respond adequately to the needs of Pakistan and be the vanguard of techno-industrial transformation. Apart from its outstanding academic programme, GIKI is also known for the versatility and vibrancy of its extracurricular activities, all of which are student-organised. At present, GIKI has more than 20 student societies. These organisations provide the students with various opportunities to indulge in their aesthetic interests and experience working in a professional environment. Moreover, these societies instil in their members the priceless qualities of teamwork and leadership.
