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STEM Hub — opportunities for Pakistani students
200+ competitions, fellowships, research programmes and scholarships, curated for students in Pakistan.
Deadlines change every year. All dates here are approximate, based on previous cycles. Always confirm on the official website before applying.
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International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)
The world's most prestigious mathematics competition for high school students, held annually since 1959. Pakistan participates via the Pakistan Mathematical Olympiad (PMO) — students must pass provincial rounds, then a national round, to be selected for the Pakistan IMO team. An IMO medal is recognized by every top university on earth as one of the strongest signals of mathematical ability that exists.
PMO regional rounds typically October–February annually
Closes around February
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International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI)
The world's premier computer science competition for secondary school students, held annually since 1989. Pakistan participates via the Pakistan Olympiad in Informatics (POI). Students pass multiple elimination rounds, then the top ~50–60 nationally are invited to APIO selection trials, from which the Pakistan national team to IOI is selected. An IOI medal is the single most powerful CS credential a high school student can hold.
POI rounds typically January–April annually
Closes around April
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SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)
The primary standardized test for US university admissions. Required by MIT, all Ivy League universities, and most top global universities. Target score for MIT/Ivies: 1550+ with Math 800. Test centers available in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. Register year-round at collegeboard.org.
Year-round; test dates every 1–2 months
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Research Science Institute (RSI)
One of the most prestigious free summer research programs in the world, hosted at MIT. Six weeks of real research with MIT and Harvard faculty. Approximately 80 students selected from over 3,100 applicants each year — a 2.5% acceptance rate. Pakistani students must contact CEE directly to confirm country participation before applying.
Opens October; deadline January annually
Closes around January
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ISEF (International Science and Engineering Fair)
The world's largest pre-college science competition, run by Society for Science. Pakistan has a national ISEF affiliate — top performers from Pakistan's national science fairs can qualify. First place winners earn $50,000+ scholarships and recognition from top universities worldwide.
Through Pakistan national science fair affiliate — check annually
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Breakthrough Junior Challenge
Create a 2-minute video explaining a complex concept in physics, mathematics, or life sciences. The winner receives a $250,000 college scholarship, their school gets a $100,000 science lab, and their teacher receives $50,000. Open globally to students aged 13–18. Completely free to enter.
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NYAS Junior Academy (New York Academy of Sciences)
A selective free online STEM program running innovation challenges twice per year (September and January). Students collaborate in teams to solve real-world problems using research and design thinking. Recognized by admissions officers at MIT, Caltech, and Carnegie Mellon. Requires 3–4 hours per week during challenge periods.
Rolling admissions — apply at nyas.org
Pakistan Mathematical Olympiad (PMO)
National gateway to IMO. Provincial rounds held in major cities, followed by a national round. Top performers selected for the Pakistan IMO team. Organized annually — the single most important first step for any student interested in mathematics olympiads in Pakistan.
Provincial rounds typically October–February
Closes around February
Pakistan Olympiad in Informatics (POI)
National gateway to IOI. Multiple elimination rounds from hundreds of students — top performers from finals are invited to APIO selection trials. The most prestigious CS competition in Pakistan for school students.
NSTC (National Science Talent Contest)
Pakistan's government-run national science talent competition for school students. Covers multiple subjects. Top performers receive scholarships and national recognition. One of the most accessible and important first competitions for any Pakistani school student — a strong starting point before attempting international olympiads.
Through school registration — typically March–May annually
Closes around May
No official link on file yetReport a broken linkPIEAS STEM Olympiad
Pakistan Institute of Engineering & Applied Sciences STEM Olympiad. Covers Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Top performers receive direct PIEAS BS admission without entry test — one of the most valuable prizes in Pakistani STEM education.
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APIO (Asia Pacific Informatics Olympiad)
Regional IOI feeder competition. Pakistan selects its top ~50–60 students via POI for APIO selection trials. Strong APIO performance feeds directly into IOI team selection. Held annually in May.
Pakistan Math Contest (PMC)
Nationwide mathematics competition organized by Sundar STEM School. Good entry point for younger students discovering mathematical competitions. Accessible and well-organized.
GIKI CodePK
GIK Institute's national programming contest. Open to school and university students. Top 20 nationally is a strong result for university applications and a recognized achievement within Pakistan's CP community.
PUCIT PUCOM
University of Punjab's national programming competition. Top 10 nationally is a competitive result. One of Pakistan's longest-running university-hosted programming contests.
NUST PROCOM
NUST's national computing conference and competition. Strong recognition in Pakistan's CS and tech community.
Think2Code
Pakistan-based coding competition for school students. Accessible entry point for students just beginning their competitive programming journey.
No official link on file yetReport a broken linkMecTech
Pakistan robotics and technology competition. Good starting point for students interested in robotics and hardware engineering.
No official link on file yetReport a broken linkAll Pakistan Mathematics Olympiad (APMO)
Regional math competition pathway distinct from PMO. Check current organizer for registration details.
No official link on file yetReport a broken linkEnactus Pakistan
Social entrepreneurship competition active in Pakistani universities. Advanced school students can participate and begin building entrepreneurship credentials early.
MIT Enterprise Forum Pakistan
Pakistan-specific startup and innovation ecosystem events. Good networking and learning opportunity for entrepreneurially-minded students.
FAST NUCES Programming Contests
FAST university hosts multiple national-level programming contests annually across its campuses in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and Peshawar.
LUMS Olympiad Competitions
LUMS hosts math and computing competitions. Check LUMS website for current cycle details.
- Pakistan eligible
USACO (USA Computing Olympiad)
The US pathway to IOI — but fully online and open to students worldwide including Pakistan. Four divisions: Bronze → Silver → Gold → Platinum. Reaching Platinum is a recognized signal at top US universities. Free to participate. Contests run December, January, February, and March.
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