University of Central Punjab (UCP) was founded by Mian Amer Mehmood in 2002. UCP is a private university that is recognized and affiliated with various higher education bodies in Pakistan such as HEC, PHEC, Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, PEC and PBC.

UCP offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various disciplines, including business administration, computer science, engineering, law, social sciences, media studies, and health sciences. The university is organized into several schools, each focusing on specific fields of study.

The university encourages research and innovation among its faculty and students. UCP has research centers and labs dedicated to specific fields of study, providing opportunities for research and scholarly activities. UCP offers various scholarships to support and incentivize deserving students in their academic pursuits. Common types of scholarships offered by UCP may include Merit Scholarships, Need-Based Scholarships, Sports Scholarships and Special Scholarships.

UCP has consistently been considered one of the top private universities in Pakistan with a strong emphasis on academic quality, research, and industry relevance.