Pakistan Educational Research Network


The Pakistan Education and Research Network is a nationwide initiative aimed at connecting prominent educational institutions and research centers. It provides high-speed networking solutions, including internet access, intranet services, and bandwidth for research and educational purposes. This infrastructure supports key activities like digital library access, video and audio conferencing, cloud computing services, and widespread Wi-Fi coverage, especially in projects such as the Smart University initiative.
PERN is also undergoing a major upgrade to its infrastructure, which will enable ultra-fast 40Gbps backbone connectivity. This upgrade will link 50 cities across Pakistan, creating an advanced network that connects local institutions to national and international research and educational resources. Over 800,000 researchers across nearly 300 universities, colleges, hospitals, and research organizations will benefit from this enhanced connectivity, driving collaboration and innovation across the country’s academic and scientific community.

List of universities interconnected

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Membership and affiliation