The Government College of Home Economics, Lahore was founded in 1955 to create a center for teaching and research in the field of Home Economics. Since its inception the college has been affiliated with the University of the Punjab, Lahore, for the award of bachelor's degree of four years integrated BS course. Two years M.Sc degree is also offered in five major areas of Home Economics. The college is also offering Graduate and Post Graduate diplomas. M. Phil and Ph. D degree programmes are also offered.