Students, startups, and SMEs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) now have a valuable opportunity to bring their tech-driven ideas to life with the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Award. Supported by USAID Pakistan and implemented by UNDP Pakistan in collaboration with NUST, the award aims to foster innovation in critical sectors such as sustainable energy, digitization, water resource management, AI, food security, climate change, and waste management.
The award provides financial and business support, including mentorship, incubation, and access to industry leaders, helping candidates transform their innovative ideas into successful ventures.
Eligibility for the Award
Eligible applicants include:
- Undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. students with innovative ideas.
- Early-stage startups based in KP.
- Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) meeting the State Bank of Pakistan’s criteria and providing 20% self-financing.
Candidates must hold a KP CNIC to apply, and the program strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities, and transgender individuals, promoting inclusivity within the province’s growing innovation landscape.
Seize the Opportunity
This initiative offers a platform for talented innovators in KP to develop solutions that address local challenges, such as climate change and food security, while promoting economic growth. Applications for the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Award are now open and can be submitted through the official link.
