[4] It is recognized by the Higher Education Commission (Pakistan)[5] and holds highest category 'W' by HEC.

Due to its heavy reliance on serving lectures through the internet, Pakistani students abroad are also enrolled in the university's programs.

Virtual University of Pakistan has developed mobile science laboratories for research of bio-sciences and technology.

[9] The students are conventionally evaluated each semester through physical appearance in their Mid Term Exams and Final Term Exams at designated university campuses, and remaining semester activities like assignments, quizzes, and GDB which are conducted through VULMS.

[10] The university collaborates with several international educational institutions to offer a diverse range of courses and research opportunities.