# Top 36 public sector organisations in Iraq

Tamtam tracks 36 public sector organisations headquartered in Iraq. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by University of Baghdad, Salahaddin University-Erbil and University of Mosul. Their median headcount is 706. Half of them were founded in 1987 or later.

These Iraqi public sector organizations are primarily higher education institutions, alongside key players in the oil and gas industry and national transport. Most are large organizations, with several universities employing over a thousand people. The University of Baghdad, founded in 1956, is a prominent university in the Middle East. Salahaddin University-Erbil focuses on teaching and research, while the University of Mosul offers a wide range of accredited degrees. North Oil Company - Iraq handles exploration, production, and refining, and Basrah Oil Company (BOC) is involved in oil drilling and export.

A clear pattern is the dominance of higher education, with numerous universities established across different cities. Many of these institutions were founded between the 1960s and 1990s, indicating a period of significant expansion in Iraq's public education infrastructure. While Baghdad hosts several major universities, other cities like Erbil, Mosul, and Kirkuk are also significant hubs for these large public sector entities.

🇮🇶 Iraq · 36 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [University of Baghdad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-baghdad) (uobaghdad.edu.iq)<br>A prominent university in the Middle East and Arab region, founded in 1956, with 24 colleges spread across Baghdad, Iraq | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Karrada | 6,817 | 1956 |
| 2 | [Salahaddin University-Erbil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/salahaddin-university-erbil-3718011) (su.edu.krd)<br>A comprehensive public university in Erbil, Kurdistan dedicated to teaching, research, and community betterment for the advancement of learning | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 2,147 | 1981 |
| 3 | [University of Mosul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-mosul) (uomosul.edu.iq)<br>A public university in Mosul, Iraq offering a wide range of accredited Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees in various scientific specializations | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Mosul | 1,883 | 1967 |
| 4 | [North Oil Company - Iraq](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/north-oil-company-iraq) (nocoil.gov.iq)<br>An oil company with origins dating back to 1929 in Kirkuk, Iraq, focusing on exploration, production, and refining in the region | Oil and Gas | 🇮🇶 Kirkuk | 1,855 | 1991 |
| 5 | [University of Sulaimani](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-sulaimani) (univsul.edu.iq)<br>A public university in Kurdistan Region of Iraq offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs, issuing academic journals, and housing various academic centers and colleges | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇶 Sulaymaniyah | 1,755 | 1968 |
| 6 | [University of Kufa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-kufa) (uokufa.edu.iq)<br>An Iraqi university in Najaf, committed to education, research, and global collaboration, preparing students with relevant skills for the future | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Najaf | 1,515 |  |
| 7 | [University of Duhok](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-duhok) (uod.ac)<br>A rapidly expanding university in Duhok, Iraqi Kurdistan, dedicated to research and teaching, offering over 40 departments to equip students with knowledge and skills | Financial Services | 🇮🇶 Duhok | 1,277 | 1992 |
| 8 | [Basrah Oil Company (BOC)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/basrah-oil-company-boc) (boc.oil.gov.iq)<br>The company is involved in oil drilling, production, and export operations, expanding into new fields and infrastructure development in Iraq | Oil and Gas | 🇮🇶 Hey Al Kafaat | 1,174 | 1970 |
| 9 | [University of Anbar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-anbar) (uoanbar.edu.iq)<br>A prominent institution dedicated to providing high-quality education and research opportunities for students and academics | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Ramadi | 1,145 | 1987 |
| 10 | [Al-Nahrain University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-nahrain-university) (nahrainuniv.edu.iq)<br>Founded in 1987, the company consists of two campuses offering various faculties such as engineering, science, law, medicine, and biotechnology | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 1,112 |  |
| 11 | [University of Babylon](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-babylon)<br>A public higher education institute in Al Hillah, Iraq, offering a variety of academic programs and services to students | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Al Hillah | 1,045 | 1991 |
| 12 | [Iraqi Airways](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/iraqi-airways) (iraqiairways.com.iq)<br>A pioneering airline in the Middle East, offering diverse destinations with an efficient and modern fleet (#A220 #787) for a pleasant flying experience | Airlines and Aviation | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 861 | 1945 |
| 13 | [University of Basrah](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-basrah-basra) (albasrahuniv.com)<br>A Civil Engineering company located in Basra, Iraq, offering quality education and services in the field of engineering | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Basra | 838 |  |
| 14 | [University of Al-Qadisiyah](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-al-qadisiyah) (qu.edu.iq)<br>An Iraqi university established in 1987 offering a wide range of academic programs through 18 colleges in Al Diwaniyah, Qadisiyyah Province, Iraq | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Diwaniyah | 822 | 1987 |
| 15 | [University of Technology - Iraq](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-technology-iraq) (uotechnology.edu.iq)<br>An innovative higher education institution in Iraq offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in technology, engineering, and scientific fields with world-class facilities and faculty | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 759 | 1975 |
| 16 | [Mustansiriyah University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mustansiriyah-university) (uomustansiriyah.edu.iq)<br>Mustansiriyah University in Iraq is a prominent center for scientific and cultural education, offering various colleges and research centers to students | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 752 | 1963 |
| 17 | [Salahaddin University-Erbil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/salahaddin-university-erbil) (su.edu.krd)<br>A public comprehensive university in Kurdistan region of Iraq, offering a variety of courses through 12 different colleges since 1968 | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 716 | 1968 |
| 18 | [Middle Technical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/middle-technical-university) (mtu.edu.iq)<br>Technical university in Baghdad with six colleges and institutes, as well as campuses in four other provinces, offering various technical programs and education | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 706 | 2014 |
| 19 | [Tikrit University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tikrit-university) (tu.edu.iq)<br>An Iraqi public university in Tikrit, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various specialties since 1987 | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Tikrit | 662 | 1987 |
| 20 | [Al Mustansiriya University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-mustansiriya-university) (uomustansiriyah.edu.iq)<br>A historical educational institution established in 1227, now a modern university offering courses with financial support from the Iraqi government | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇶 Al Rusafa | 603 | 1963 |
| 21 | [Soran University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/soran-university) (main.soran.edu.iq)<br>A prestigious university in Kurdistan and Iraq with a focus on research and teaching in science, technology, and scholarship for global impact | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 575 | 2009 |
| 22 | [Koya University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/koya-university) (koyauniversity.org)<br>A renowned university located in Kurdistan Region of Iraq, offering a wide range of faculties and departments to enhance academic interactions | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Kurdistan Region | 575 | 2003 |
| 23 | [Erbil Polytechnic University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/erbil-polytechnic-university) (epu.edu.iq)<br>A university in Erbil specializing in technical and vocational education and training | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 571 | 1996 |
| 24 | [University of Basrah](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-basrah) (en.uobasrah.edu.iq)<br>A leading university in Iraq, offering a wide range of academic programs, research opportunities, and degrees in various fields of study | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Basra | 569 | 1964 |
| 25 | [Al Iraqia University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-iraqia-university) (aliraqia.edu.iq)<br>An educational institution in Iraq offering a wide range of academic programs and research opportunities to students and faculty members | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 530 | 1989 |
| 26 | [Duhok Polytechnic University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/duhok-polytechnic-university) (dpu.edu.krd)<br>An educational institution located in Duhok city, Kurdistan region of Iraq, offering teaching and research opportunities with a focus on polytechnic education | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Duhok | 522 | 2013 |
| 27 | [Hawler Medical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hawler-medical-university) (hmu.edu.krd)<br>Hawler Medical University in Iraqi Kurdistan offers medical and health science education, focusing on excellence in learning, research, and community support | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 487 | 2005 |
| 28 | [جامعة بغداد](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/company-15121535) (uobaghdad.edu.iq)<br>A public research university in Baghdad, Iraq, the largest in the country and tenth largest in the Arab world | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 484 |  |
| 29 | [University of Zakho](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-zakho) (web.uoz.edu.krd)<br>Provides higher education in various fields through the Faculty of Science and Faculty of Humanities with a focus on science and humanities studies | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Zakho | 473 | 2010 |
| 30 | [University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-kurdistan-hewler-ukh) (ukh.edu.krd)<br>A public university in Iraq offering English-medium education, research, and training in various disciplines to support regional development and sustainability | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇶 Erbil | 369 | 2006 |
| 31 | [University of Kirkuk](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-kirkuk) (uokirkuk.edu.iq)<br>A university in Kirkuk established in 2003, offering a wide range of academic programs and actively working towards scientific advancement in Iraq | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Kirkuk | 344 | 2003 |
| 32 | [Northern Technical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/northern-technical-university) (ntuiq.com)<br>A government technical university with multiple colleges and institutes in various provinces, offering polytechnic education under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education | Higher Education | 🇮🇶 Mosul | 327 | 2014 |
| 33 | [Nahrain University جامعة النهرين](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nahrain-university) (nahrainuniv.edu.iq)<br>A coeducational public university in Baghdad, Iraq, offering undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as research opportunities since 1987 | Government Administration | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 321 | 1987 |
| 34 | [University of Duhok UoD](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-duhok-uod) (uod.ac)<br>A leading institution in Duhok, Iraq promoting socioeconomic and cultural development through education and preparing graduates to contribute to the region's progress | Education Administration Programs | 🇮🇶 Duhok | 320 | 1992 |
| 35 | [Ministry Of Oil / State Company for Oil Projects - (SCOP)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ministry-of-oil-state-company-for-oil-projects-scop) (securegateway.com)<br>The company is a public entity specialized in oil project planning, construction, consulting, and development, founded in the mid-1900s | Oil and Gas | 🇮🇶 Baghdad | 318 | 1964 |
| 36 | [Baghdad College](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/baghdad-college)<br>An elite high school in Baghdad initially founded and operated by American Jesuits, later becoming nationalized by the Iraqi government | Education | 🇮🇶 Adhamiya | 181 | 1932 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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