IPS collaboration in PRIZE’s Essay competition
The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), Islamabad, in academic partnership with the Policy Research Initiative for Zakat-Based Interest-Free Economy (PRIZE), is pleased to invite students, researchers, and scholars to participate in the National Article Writing Competition 2026.
The competition seeks to encourage research, critical thinking, and policy-oriented contributions towards addressing key economic challenges facing Pakistan. Participants are invited to submit articles on either or both of the following themes:
- A Zakat-Based Fiscal System: Breaking the Trap of Poverty and Unemployment
- A Full-Reserve, Interest-Free Money System: Breaking the Trap of Debt and Inflation
Articles may be submitted in English or Urdu, with a word limit of 2,000–5,000 words. The last date for submission is 30 December 2026.
The competition offers a total cash prize of PKR 200,000, while shortlisted candidates may also be considered for internships and collaborative research opportunities.
IPS encourages students, researchers, and academics across Pakistan to seize this opportunity to contribute their ideas and research towards exploring sustainable and equitable solutions to the country’s economic challenges.
