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Our Story
Making admissions guidance
accessible to every student.
Qallam is an AI-powered education platform founded in February 2022. We combine technology, data, and real student experience to democratize test prep and university admissions.
1,000+
Students
2022
Founded
4+
Years of Data
600+
LCAT Questions
The founder
Shayan Faisal
Founder · LUMS '25
A LUMS student and content creator who recognized that quality admissions guidance in Pakistan was either expensive, inaccessible, or both. Together with friends from Lahore, he built Qallam to combine web development and content creation into a tech-powered alternative to traditional counseling firms — making quality guidance available to all students, not just wealthy families.
What drives us
Our values
Student-First
Every feature is designed from the student's perspective. Affordability, accessibility, and genuine impact drive our decisions.
AI-Powered
We use AI and data to deliver counseling and prep that's more accurate, personalized, and affordable than traditional options.
Data-Backed
Our recommendations come from four years of real admission data, accepted student profiles, and continuously updated university information.
Community-Driven
1,000+ students, weekly newsletters, community meets, and a team of current university students guiding the next generation.
Our journey
How we got here
2022
Founded
A group of friends from Lahore recognized a gap in admissions resources during their A-level applications and launched Qallam.
2023
AI Integration
Transitioned from package-based consulting to AI-powered counseling, making quality guidance affordable and accessible.
2024
Test Prep Launch
Built the LCAT test prep platform with structured courses, mastery tracking, and full-length mock tests.
2025
Growing Community
Reached 1,000+ active students with expanded features including ExtraGuide AI and university deadline tracking.
Join our mission
Whether you're preparing for the LCAT, applying to universities, or building your student profile — we're here to help.