5th International AI Championship · Coming soon

Empowering minds. Advancing innovation. Connecting the future.

AIEF is Pakistan's leading non-profit platform for AI education. We help young talent learn, compete and lead through certifications, international championships, mentorship and a growing network of chapters.

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4

Championship editions since 2023

200+

Project submissions at the 2nd edition

11

Partner universities and organisations

3

Active chapters, with China and the US next

Proud partners

Persivia LUMS FAST-NUCES COMSATS University Soliton Technologies LMC PSIM NUST BNU UBAS IEEE
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5th International AI Championship

Pakistan's biggest AI showdown returns. Dates, categories and registration will be announced right here on the Championship tab.

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The AIEF Family

One foundation. Many ways to grow with AI.

Learn with tiered certifications, compete in the International AI Championship, mentor as a member, or bring AIEF to your city.

5th edition · Coming soon

International AI Championship

Pakistan's biggest AI showdown. Student teams pitch real AI projects to industry judges, with Rs. 600,000 in prizes for the top three. The 4th edition winners are in, and the 5th is on its way.

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Comprehensive AI courses, from the fundamentals to hands-on projects. Tell us what you'd like to learn.

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Championship winners and community milestones, from the 1st edition to the 4th.

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Lead AIEF's mission in your city. Chapters run in Lahore, Nankana and Islamabad, with China and the US coming next.

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Professors and industry leaders from LUMS, FAST, COMSATS, Northeastern and Zhejiang University.

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AIEF Championship · since 2023

Four editions done. The 5th is on its way.

Every year the best student AI projects meet industry judges, mentors and global guests. The Championship now lives right here, as part of the AIEF website.

  1. 2023

    1st National AI Championship

    LUMS, Lahore · 25 teams

    1st placeFace Fractalization, Forman Christian College

  2. 2024

    2nd International AI Championship

    FAST, Lahore · 200+ submissions, 33 finalists

    1st placeARIA, COMSATS (mental-health AI assistant)

  3. 2025

    3rd International AI Championship

    LUMS, Lahore

    HighlightsPrototypes pitched to industry judges and global leaders

  4. 2026

    4th International AI Championship

    FAST-NUCES, Lahore · October 24, 2026

    1st placeAI-Persona, COMSATS University Islamabad

  5. Next

    5th International AI Championship

    Dates and venue to be announced

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About us

Building the community that develops Pakistan's next AI innovators.

Our platform gives AI enthusiasts accessible courses and a global network of opportunities, connecting learners, educators and professionals so they can grow and innovate together.

More about AIEF
01 · Mission

To make AI education accessible to everyone and foster a collaborative environment where learners, educators and professionals can grow and innovate together.

02 · Vision

A globally recognized platform that transforms AI enthusiasts into industry leaders through education, mentorship and opportunity.

03 · What we do
  • Deliver comprehensive AI courses and certifications
  • Host national and international AI competitions
  • Organize workshops and mentorship programs
  • Build a strong network of members and global chapters
Why AIEF

Key benefits that set us apart

Globally recognized certifications

Validate your expertise with credentials respected by industry leaders worldwide.

Expert-led curriculum

Learn from a curriculum designed and taught by leading professionals in AI.

Career acceleration

Unlock new job opportunities by mastering in-demand AI skills.

Hands-on practical experience

Move beyond theory with real-world projects, workshops and competitions.

Global networking

Connect with AI pioneers, mentors and peers from around the world.

Cutting-edge knowledge

Stay ahead with continuous learning on the latest AI trends and technologies.

The education from AIEF was a game-changer, revolutionizing our approach to technology and giving us a significant competitive edge.
Dr. Fauzia Khan
Dr. Fauzia KhanCo-Founder and CEO, AIEF & Persivia
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Championship

Winners of the 4th International AI Championship

AI-Persona (COMSATS Islamabad) took 1st, Code Lens-AI (BNU) 2nd and A·X·I·S (FAST-NUCES) 3rd at FAST-NUCES, Lahore.

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Press release

AIEF and FAST Lahore to host an AI conference for Pakistan's next generation of innovators

A Pre-AIEF Academic Conference, with top projects shortlisted directly for the 4th International AI Championship.

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Success story

Persivia's $107 million funding validates Pakistan's role in next-gen health technology

A Pakistan-based engineering team at the centre of one of the world's most advanced digital health platforms.

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