03/01/2026
JSMU and UBL - United Bank Ltd Collaborate to Advance Campus Services and Financial Inclusion
In a significant move to enhance campus infrastructure and provide integrated financial solutions, Jinnah Sindh Medical University (JSMU) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Bank Limited (UBL). The agreement was formally signed today on January 02, 2026 in a ceremony held at the JSMU campus.
The MoU was signed by the Vice Chancellor, JSMU, Professor Amjad Siraj Memon, and the General Manager, UBL, Mr. Farhan Ali Khan, along with the Registrar, Dr. Azam Khan.
This partnership establishes a comprehensive framework for UBL to deliver a full spectrum of banking services directly within the university ecosystem. A key initiative includes the establishment of a UBL service booth on Campus 2 and ATM, ensuring convenient access for students, employees of University and Patients.
Addressing the gathering, Professor Amjad Siraj Memon stated, "This collaboration with UBL Bank marks a pivotal advancement in our commitment to enriching the campus experience. By embedding robust banking services into our daily environment, we are empowering our academic community with financial tools that foster growth and stability."
The Vice Chancellor further underscored that the partnership will include financial literacy initiatives, with UBL conducting awareness sessions for students on modern banking, digital tools, and financial management
Dr. Nighat Shah, Pro-Vice Chancellor of JSMU, remarked on the shared vision, stating, "Our alliance with UBL is rooted in common values of progress and inclusion. This partnership will catalyze meaningful developments in campus services and contribute to the broader financial empowerment of our community."
Director Finance, Mr. Khurram Khalid, highlighted that the partnership with UBL goes beyond traditional banking by offering JSMU employees preferential, low-markup consumer financing, demonstrating the University’s commitment to staff welfare. He also noted that the collaboration introduces real-time fee payment facilities, ensuring that student payments made through UBL channels are instantly reflected in the University’s accounts, thereby improving efficiency, transparency, and administrative convenience.
The ceremony was attended by senior officials from both institutions, including JSMU's Director HR Dr. Rahat Naz, Director Administration Mr. Sohrab Zaman, Principal SMC Dr. Ambreen Usmani, Director Student Affairs Ms. Zohra Simee, Director IT Mr. M. Aurangzeb, and Additional Director Communication Ms. Asfiya Aziz. United Bank Limited was represented by a delegation of its senior officials.
This MoU underscores JSMU’s commitment to advancing service integration while promoting financial inclusion for all members of its community.
