The Wazir Muhammad Institute of Paramedical Technology, a constitutent of Gandhara University Peshawar, was established in 2000. Initially, only diploma programs in both Laboratory and dental technology were offered.
In 2010, the institute launched 4-years B. Sc (Hons) degree in Medical Laboratory Technology program. Gandhara University is the pioneer in introducing an honors degree in Khyber Pukhtunkhwa.