Information Technology Centre

Introduction

IT Centre at SBBU SBA was established in 2012 to meet the IT needs of the university and provide state of the art IT services to ensure smooth functioning of the university.

Information Technology Centre is the backbone of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad. A solution is a particular type of mixture e.g. software, hardware, network & other latest technologies.

Our focused, sound and innovative approach is derived from the cumulative experience of the members of our team.

Information Technology Centre ensures that everything works smoothly on the technology side, but our gift is to see things beyond technology and to focus on the ultimate objective to achieve.

Our goal is to exceed our department's expectations in the form of value, quality and complete satisfaction.

Vision

Our vision is to become a leader and trendsetter of IT Services for other universities to follow.

Mission

IT Centre is the backbone of Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad, our mission is to provide quality IT services to the university in a cost effective and timely manner.

IT Centre at SBBU is divided into two Functional Domains.

1) Networking Section
2) Software Section


For further contact

Mr. Amadullah Hisbani

System Administrator (In-charge ITC)

Email: systemadmin@sbbusba.edu.pk

SBBU-SBA Networks

The Networking section was established in 2014 with the objective to provide seamless networking, internet, IT support (Hardware / Software) and voice services (Local Telephone Exchange PABX) to all academic and administrative departments and buildings of SBBU.

All SBBU academic and administrative departments and buildings including Boys and Girls Hostel, Bachelor Hostel, Sports Complex are connected with backbone Optical Fiber.It also connects SBBU Intranet to the outside world through a bandwidth of 200Mbps on fiber link.

Below are the major centers and Services under the responsibility networking section

1) Data Center

SBBU Data Center is equipped with the latest state of the art Dell Servers, Nexus Server, Cisco Routers & Switches, Sangfor Internet Management System, NVR System for Surveillance Management and Storage Devices which are catering to the needs of the university


2) Video Conference Hall

- SBBU has a separate and state of the art Video Conference Hall through which interactive Video Conference Sessions can be carried out

- Around 35-40 persons can be accommodated in the Video Conference Hall.

3) Wireless Internet Connectivity Services

- SBBU is equipped with the latest Hotspot Access Points throughout the Campus providing Wireless Internet connectivity on the go.60 Access Points (Indoor and Outdoor) are present throughout the campus to provide WiFi connectivity. Control and monitoring of these Access Points is through the Data Centre.

4) Security Surveillance System

- SBBU is equipped with the latest Security Surveillance System with Security Cameras throughout the campus ( 70 indoor and outdoor cameras) providing a safe and secure environment.

- Centralized Monitoring room is available from which all Cameras are accessible allowing forsmooth monitoring and surveillance.


5) Local Telephone Exchange PABX Services

- SBBU Local Telephone Exchange PABX provides Voice Services to all Departments and Buildings throughout the campus. Interconnectivity to local PSTN is also provided.


6) Centralized Power System

- SBBU IT Centre has a dedicated Centralized Power Room consisting of electrical equipment, to provide uninterrupted power supply to all of the university IT Equipment e.g. cameras, access points, switches. IT Centre also provides dedicated UPS Backup facility for Computer Systems where required.Underground Power Cable is present throughput the campus which provides Centralized Power to different departments from the Data Centre.

Software Development Team

Sr. Name Designation Role
1 Mr. Amadullah Hisbani System Administrator (Chairman/Convener)
2 Mr. Umair Ramzan Shaikh Lecturer IT (Team Lead)
3 Mr. Safdar Hussain Sr. Web Developer (Team Member)
4 Mr. Abdul Ghani Computer Programmer (Team Member)
5 Mr. Shahid Ali Lecturer IT (Team Member)

In-House Developed University Software System

Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University, Shaheed Benazirabad (SBBU-SBA) has developed a comprehensive web-based campus software solution comprising the following integrated software modules


Academic & Examination Systems

1) Online Admission System. (OAS)

We have a computerized admission system that allows new students to register and submit the application form for new admission. Students should enter their basic information, academic qualification, department choices and images of relevant documents. Challan is generated and submitted through the admission system. Entry test slips can also be generated using the system and after the entry test marks automatically displayed on the portal. Scrutiny of the admission forms is preformed online through this system, HOD of every teaching department is responsible for the scrutiny of the forms, who have selected that department as first choice. Merit lists are also generated through the system on the basis of the test score of the students.

2) SBBU Computerize Testing Service

We have our own in-house developed Computer Based MCQs Type Testing system. It is a smart system that have an Algorithm through which, every student will have different questions of the test from the question bank, so that there will be no chance of copy. The system can simultaneously run tests of different disciplines.

3) Exam Management System (EMS)

The Exam Management System in which we have covered the modules.The controller can create Exam and enroll batches to appeared in the session.The teacher can see the enrolled batches to their dashboard according to assigned subjects.The teacher can fill the assessment sheet online and send to the controller for result generation.

4) Law Examinations System

Department-specific system within the Examinations Management System (EMS) Designed specifically for the Law Department.

Supports subject-wise assessments.Implements structured mark distribution. Provides multi-level approval workflow (review and verification stages).Division-based result calculation (First, Second, Pass, etc).

Results generated according to academic regulations (Marksheets, Ledgers and Gazette). Integrated EMS workflow for review, approval, and report generation.

5) SBBU OJS Base Journals:

OJS is installed in our in-house server for the publication of Research Journals. Currently two research journals are setup on server

  • Journal of Social Sciences
  • Journal of Emerging Business and Economic Trends

Student Management Systems

1) Student Attendance Management System

Manage the daily lecture attendance of the students. HODs can create subjects, assign subjects to the faculty members and view different types of attendance reports. Teacher can mark attendance and view the lecture wise attendance. Teachers can also generate warnings to the students on the basis of attendance. Students can view their subject wise and cumulative attendance. System can generate Exam slips of those students who have attendance above 75%,including campuses and affiliated colleges.

2) SBBU CertiǪR

  • QR Code generation system for degrees and certificates.
  • Ensures authenticity and ease of verification for university-issued documents.

3) Student ID Cards & Enrolment Card Generation System

Generates the QR enabled ID cards of the students in bulk on a single click. Cards can be printed using a specialized card printer. QR on the student card can be used in library and other places. Enrolment cards for the newly inducted students can also be generated in bulk using this system.


Affiliated Colleges Systems

1) Affiliated Colleges System (ACS)

SBBU-SBA developed Affiliated Colleges System(ACS) in 2015 for 40+ affiliated colleges. In Affiliated Colleges System(ACS) multiple roles are given e.g college focal person(user), director colleges, controller of examination and admin.

  • College focal person apply online admission form and also apply online for enrolment
  • College focal person applies online examination.
  • College focal person generates all type of reports.
  • Director colleges assign enrollment number and generate enrollment cards.
  • Controller of examination scrutiny/verify examination form and assign a roll number
  • Controller of examination generates a gate slip for examination.
  • Controller of examination generate all type of reports assessment sheets.
  • Admin has all the privileges for user management.

Administrative & HR Systems

1) SBBU App Galaxy (Biomatric & Leave Management System)

Shows the live attendance of the employees, when an employ marks his/her attendance on biometric device, the attendance immediately synced with the system. The System maintain the Attendance record of the employees and have multiple reports. Employees Leave management is also done by the system. It helps the HR to generate the Parole of the employees and keep track of the leaves of employees.

2) Faculty Research Profile

This system allows the employees to add and maintain their research profiles. These research profiles can be used by the QEC as it is the requirement of HEC QEC in several proforma.

3) Evolution Management

Used to conduct QEC Evaluation from the students. It has a Performa containing different questions provided by the QEC HEC. The system generates multiple Reports of the Evaluation data. It can also generate different graphs to visualize the evaluation data. It can also send the Reports to the employees through Email

4) SBBU Recruitment Portal

  • Enables HR to announce job vacancies across departments.
  • Manage candidate applications efficiently.
  • Track candidates through multiple processing statuses.
  • Review, filter, and process applications.
  • Communicate with candidates directly through the platform.
  • Generate detailed reports as per departmental requirements.
  • Streamlines the university’s hiring process across all departments.

Hostel & Campus Management Systems

1) Online Student Hostel Allotment

This system is developed for the current and new hostelers of SBBU. Using this system students can make requests for hostel allotment using this online portal. Wardens can allot the rooms to the students according to the availability of the rooms. The hostel fee record can also be managed in the system. Hostel cards of the students can also be generated using the system.

2) Hostel Exit Management System

This system is developed to track and secure the Inn and Out of hosteler students from university. The system will be operated by the warden, the warden will generate the gate pass using the system. Gate pass will have a unique QR code, a mobile app is provided to the security guard at the main gate to verify the gate pass. On every Inn and Out an SMS will be generated by the system automatically to the parent of the student.

3) SBBU Q-Vehicle Pass

A secure vehicle identification system that generates a unique QR code for each employee containing their personal and vehicle details. The QR sticker is placed on the employee’s vehicle, allowing security guards to scan and verify entry or exit quickly using a mobile device. This ensures authorized access, reduces manual checks, and enhances campus security.

4) Sports / Events Scoreboard System

Real-time digital scoreboard system for university-level sports events.Records, updates, and displays live match scores.

Supports multi-round tournament structure

  • Round.
  • Quarter Finals.
  • Semi Finals.
  • Finals.

Provides round-wise summaries of matches. Automatic qualification of teams to next stages. Clear display of team scores and match winners. Ensures accurate and transparent results for each round.


In Process . . .

1) University Fee Transaction Management System.

2) E-Clearance (Student).

3) Financial Aid Software (Scholarship).

4) Task Management System.

5) SBBU Legal Aid Portal.

Mr. Amadullah Hisbani

System Administrator (In-charge ITC)

Email:systemadmin@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Safdar Hussain

Sr.Web Developer

Email:safdar@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Abdul Ghani

Programmer

Email:abdulghani@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Ladha Hussain

Network Manager

Email : ladha.hussain@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Muhammad Ali Junejo

Lab Assistant

Email : m.alijunejo@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Ahsan Ali Chohan

Technician

Email :


Mr. Waqar Hussain

Technician

Email :


Lab Assistants


Mr. Arsalan Ahmed

Lab Assistant

Email : arsalan.manzoor@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Ikram Unar

Lab Assistant

Email : ikram.unar@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Manthar Ali

Lab Assistant

Email : mantharali@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Siraj Ahmed

Lab Assistant

Email : sirajkhoso@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Maqsood Ahmed

Lab Assistant

Email : maqsooddero@sbbusba.edu.pk


Mr. Jawad Raza

Lab Assistant

Email : jawadraza@sbbusba.edu.pk