Are you a tech enthusiast or a budding entrepreneur from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)? The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Award—powered by USAID Pakistan, UNDP Pakistan, and National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)—is here to help turn your vision into reality! 🌟
This incredible initiative offers financial support, mentorship, and incubation to kickstart tech-driven solutions that can make a real difference.
🏆 Who Can Apply? 🏆
✅ Students (Undergrad, Postgrad, PhD) with a CNIC from KP
✅ Early-stage startups by KP CNIC holders
✅ KP-based SMEs owned by KP CNIC holders (must match 20% of the award)
🌱 What We’re Looking For 🌱
We are calling for ideas in the following domains:
- Sustainable Energy 🔋
- Digitization 🌐
- Water Resource Management 💧
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) 🤖
- Food Security 🌾
- Climate Change 🌍
- Waste Management 🚮
🔍 Eligibility Criteria 🔍
📚 For Students:
- Enrolled students (Undergrad, Postgrad, PhD) with a valid KP CNIC.
- Innovative ideas aligned with UN SDGs.
- Your idea must demonstrate:
- Scalability 📈
- Industrial application 🏭
- Positive social impact 🌱
🚀 For Startups:
- KP-based early-stage startups or startups owned by individuals with KP CNIC.
- Tech-driven, innovative solutions that solve real-world problems.
- Your idea must create a positive impact in your community or beyond.
🏢 For SMEs:
- KP-based SMEs or SMEs owned by individuals with KP CNIC, as per State Bank of Pakistan’s definition.
- Innovative business solutions in tech, solving real-world problems.
- SMEs must:
- Agree to match 20% of the prize money to reinvest in their business.
- Demonstrate positive social impact.
🎁 Benefits for Winners 🎁
🌟 Financial Incentives
🌟 Free Incubation at NUST
🌟 Fully funded travel, boarding, and lodging
🌟 Industry Placement
🌟 10% additional financial incentive from banks at low mark-up rates
🌟 Networking and mentorship from industry experts
📅 Ready to Innovate? Register Now!
The Innovation & Entrepreneurship Award is your chance to bring your ideas to life, make a difference, and receive the resources you need to succeed. 💼
👉 Apply Now and be part of Pakistan’s growing tech future!
