The Department of History is one of the leading centres of historical research and teaching in South Asia. Established in 1864, the Department prides itself on innovative teaching and research which caters to modern day challenges. Prizing teaching and research equally, the Department aims to provide a space where students are encouraged to utilize their full potential in their quest for learning. The history department is an ideal fit for students who are passionate about understanding the past.
The following renowned historians and scholars served the Department as Heads at various times since the inception of Pakistan.
| Namdar Khan | (1947-54) |
| Prof Dr Abdul Hameed | (1954-65) |
| Prof M. Amjad Butt | (1965-67, 1982-88, 1989-90) |
| Dr S. Razi Wasti | (1967-82, 1988-89) |
| Dr Farhat Mahmud | (1990-96) |
| Prof Syed Masood Raza Rizvi | (1996-99) |
| Prof lftikhar Ahmad Ch. | (1999) |
| Prof Javaid Ahmed Shiekh | (1999-2003) |
| Dr. Tahir Kamran | 2003–2010 |
| Dr Farhat Mahmud | 2010-2011 |
| Mohammad Ibrahim | 2011-2015 |
| Prof. Tahir Kamran | 2015-2019 |
| Prof. Tahir Mehmood | 2019 |
| Dr. Hussain Ahmad Khan | 2019-todate |
