Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari (BBSUL), was founded in 2010 by the government of Sindh, Pakistan and is affiliated with the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Benazir Bhutto Shaheed University, Lyari (BBSUL) is a public sector university.

The university is committed to providing quality education and promoting academic excellence through research, innovation, and technology-driven teaching methods. BBSUL offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines, including arts, social sciences, management sciences, education, and computer science.

BBSUL actively engages with the local community through various outreach programs, cultural activities, and social initiatives to address local issues and promote social development. 

The university offers scholarships and financial assistance to deserving and talented students to promote access to education and encourage academic achievement.

It is ranked 164th in Pakistan and 12334th in the world in the EduRank 2023 rankings.