YPDC University of Karachi - UoK

Pakistan’s future is being shaped by young minds across the world.

The Youth Ki URAAN – Overseas Pakistanis Summer Scholars Programme 2026 is now open for Pakistani-origin students currently studying at universities abroad, as well as foreign national students from institutions worldwide. This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of governance with the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives and contribute to Pakistan’s development journey.

Following 2,300+ applications from 45 countries in 2025, the programme returns in 2026, bigger, broader, and more impactful.

Choose from a 6-week or an 8-week track, work on real projects in policy, governance, innovation, and national development, and gain first-hand exposure to Pakistan’s leading public sector institutions.

Applications close: 15 June 2026 | Programme begins: 1 July 2026

Link to apply: https://forms.gle/r5Hp5qqzNUmrFnhi7

More than a paid internship—this is your chance to reconnect with your roots, define your purpose, and help shape Pakistan’s future.

Two Young Development Fellows-Hisham Abbasi and Bibi Zainab, exemplify the power of youth leadership in government. Serving directly in the Minister’s Office, they worked on national youth initiatives and contributed to the URAAN Pakistan Framework, proving that when equipped with responsibility and opportunity, young Pakistanis can shape policy, influence reform, and help drive the country forward. Their journeys stand as powerful inspiration for future leaders ready to step up and contribute to Pakistan’s development from within the system.

👉 Applications for YDF 2025 are now open, your journey could be next.
Apply: https://www.pc.gov.pk/web/career

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The Application for Young Development Fellowship Program is finally OPEN! The fellowship is a launchpad for Pakistan’s next generation of public leaders.
Since 2016, YDF, the brainchild of Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, has grown into a prestigious professional network of 250+ accomplished young leaders serving across Pakistan and the world: at the UN, World Bank, international organisations, top federal ministries, CPEC, and policy think-tanks.

Now, applications for the 2026 cohort are officially open.
This is your chance to enter the policy arena, contribute to national reforms, and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders transforming Pakistan’s future.

👉 Apply now and become part of the network shaping tomorrow.

Under the E of Equity, Ethics & Empowerment of the URAAN Pakistan framework, Pakistan’s youth now have the power of identity in their hands, anywhere, anytime.
From CNIC & FRC applications to biometric services, the Pak ID App brings digital access and essential documents right to your pocket.

Let’s shape a future where every young Pakistani is connected, empowered, and unstoppable.
👉 Download now and take control of your digital identity!

Day 3 of Uraan Pakistan National Debates 2025 marked the grand wrap-up, and what a journey it’s been!

After three days of back-to-back sessions, intense motions, and sleepless prep hours, YPDC-UoK proudly concludes its participation with the University of Karachi ranking 14th among 50 national universities across Pakistan. A moment of pride for every member who spoke, supported, and stood tall.

Uraan 2025 may have ended, but this experience was about growth, courage, and the momentum we built along is just taking flight!

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Uraan Pakistan National Debates 2025
Day 2 was nothing short of electric!

YPDC-UoK members continued to take the stage with passion and purpose, turning every argument into an art. Between heated motions, shared notes, and moments of pure adrenaline, the team embodied what it means to learn, grow, and represent with pride.

Day 2 might have been long, but the spirit never once dimmed!

Day one of the Uraan Pakistan National Debates 2025 is underway in Islamabad, featuring bright and talented participants from over 130 universities across 45 different cities . The event is part of the ongoing “Youth’s Flight” campaign and aims to engage students in informed and policy-oriented discussions centered on Pakistan’s key developmental priorities. Federal Minister for Planning, Professor has described the event as a significant investment in the country’s future leadership.

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