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Winners announced October 24, 2026 FAST-NUCES, Lahore

4th International AI Championship

Don't just learn AI, LEAD IT.

Where top AI projects gain global recognition. The highest-qualified projects competed for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place and Rs. 600,000 in cash prizes at Pakistan's biggest AI showdown.

Winners announced
  1. 1stAI-PersonaCOMSATS Islamabad
  2. 2ndCode Lens-AIBNU
  3. 3rdA·X·I·SFAST-NUCES
Meet the winners Watch the finale
Winners · October 24, 2026

Meet the champions of the 4th edition

After a day of live pitches and demos at FAST-NUCES, Lahore, the judges named the three strongest projects of Pakistan's biggest AI showdown.

  1. 1stWinnerRs. 300,000

    AI-Persona

    COMSATS University Islamabad

  2. 2ndRunner-upRs. 200,000

    Code Lens-AI

    Beaconhouse National University (BNU)

  3. 3rdThird placeRs. 100,000

    A·X·I·S

    FAST-NUCES (National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences)

Congratulations to every team that made it to the finale. Prizes were presented with our partner Persivia.

Finale highlights

One day. One stage. Pakistan's best AI projects.

Live demos, expert judges and a packed hall at FAST-NUCES, Lahore.

Finale highlights · 1:34
About the Championship

More than a competition.

A celebration of young minds, bold dreams and the spirit of innovation. Participants get industry mentorship, build leadership confidence and solve real community problems with AI.

Rs. 600,000in cash prizes for the top three teams
8project categories
2–4members per team, cross-border teams welcome
Freeto register, for local and international students
01

Industry mentorship

Direct guidance from working AI practitioners throughout the journey.

02

Leadership confidence

Teams pitch, defend and own their ideas in front of real judges.

03

Real community problems

Projects are judged on applied impact, not just technical novelty.

The journey

From registration to the grand finale

Every phase of the 4th edition is now complete. Here's how it unfolded.

5 of 5 phases complete

  1. Students registering at the AIEF championship welcome desk
    Phase 01

    Registrations

    Teams signed up and picked a project category. Registration was free and open to all skill levels.

    Closed October 14, 2026

  2. AIEF project submission desk with laptop
    Phase 02

    Project submission

    Teams submitted their working prototype and documentation before the deadline.

    Deadline October 14, 2026

  3. AIEF panel reviewing student projects
    Phase 03

    Screening & shortlisting

    Every submission was reviewed against the judging criteria by the AIEF panel.

    Reviewed internally by the AIEF panel

  4. Phase 04

    Shortlist announcements

    Shortlisted teams were notified and invited to prepare for the final round.

    Announced October 16, 2026

  5. Team AIEF on stage at the championship
    Phase 05 · Finale

    Final Championship Event

    Live pitches and demos at FAST-NUCES, Lahore, judged by industry experts.

    Held October 24, 2026 · winners announced

Submission categories

Eight arenas for real-world AI

Priority areas included health, education, sustainability, fintech and agriculture.

01

Business Analytics

Power BI and Tableau-driven decision intelligence.

02

AI in Agriculture

Applying AI to yield, resource and supply-chain problems in farming.

03

Intelligent App Creation

AI-native applications built around adaptive, intelligent UX.

04

AI in Fintech

Fraud detection, credit scoring and financial forecasting with AI.

05

AI in Urban Tech

Smart-city infrastructure, mobility and civic systems.

06

AI in Retail & E-Commerce

Personalization, inventory and demand intelligence at scale.

07

AI in Robotics

Perception, control and autonomy for physical systems.

08

AI in Healthcare

Diagnostics, triage and care-delivery solutions grounded in AI.

Prizes & recognition

Big ideas. Bold impact. Real recognition.

We don't just celebrate innovation, we reward it. If you're solving problems that matter, your work deserves the spotlight.

1st place · Winner Rs. 300,000

The strongest project overall, judged on innovation, technical depth and real-world impact.

1stAI-PersonaCOMSATS Islamabad
2nd place · Runner-up Rs. 200,000

Exceptional execution and a compelling, well-defended solution.

2ndCode Lens-AIBNU
  • Teams of 2–4
  • Bachelor's to Master's
  • Local & international
  • All 8 categories
Format

How teams move through the championship

  1. Step 1

    Idea submission

  2. Step 2

    MVP / prototype submission

  3. Step 3

    Mentorship from industry experts

  4. Step 4

    Final live pitch round

International & finalist logistics

Equal stage, wherever you are.

  • International participants join virtual rounds.
  • Shortlisted finalists may attend the grand finale virtually or in person.
  • AIEF covers accommodation, travel and food for finalists attending in person.
  • Remote mentorship is available to all shortlisted teams.
  • Prizes and recognition are equal regardless of location.
  • International winners receive digital awards and global exposure.
Eligibility

Who could compete

The 4th edition was open to university teams in computing fields, from Pakistan and around the world.

Disciplines
Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science and related computing fields. Cross-disciplinary teams welcome if the thesis involves AI applications.
Degree levels
Bachelor's (Honours), MS/MPhil and Master's Thesis programs.
Academic standing
Any semester, or the graduating class of 2026 (proof of 2026 graduation required). Students graduating before 2026 were not eligible.
Geography
Open to local and international students from recognized institutions.
Team size
Teams only, 2 to 4 members. Cross-border teams welcome. No individual registrations.
Voices

Students, mentors and judges love it

Tap a video to hear from the people who took part, starting with the 4th edition winners.

4th edition winners
1stAI-PersonaCOMSATS University Islamabad
4th edition winners
2ndCode Lens-AIBeaconhouse National University
4th edition winners
3rdA·X·I·SFAST-NUCES
Past editions

The Championship story so far

Every edition is part of the AIEF family. Here's where it started, who won, and how it grew to the 4th.

FAST-NUCES, Lahore · October 24, 2026

4th International AI Championship

Pakistan's biggest AI showdown returned with eight categories and Rs. 600,000 in prizes. Shortlisted teams pitched live to industry judges at FAST-NUCES, Lahore.

  1. 1st
    AI-PersonaCOMSATS University Islamabad · Rs. 300,000
  2. 2nd
    Code Lens-AIBeaconhouse National University (BNU) · Rs. 200,000
  3. 3rd
    A·X·I·SFAST-NUCES · Rs. 100,000
Meet the winners

Championship partners

We are proud to collaborate with forward-thinking organizations that share our vision of empowering the next generation of AI innovators.

Persivia LUMS FAST-NUCES COMSATS University Soliton Technologies LMC PSIM NUST BNU UBAS
FAQ

Questions, answered

Can't find what you need? Write to info@aiedu.org.pk.

Who can participate?
Teams of 2–4 students in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science or related computing fields, at Bachelor's (Honours), MS/MPhil or Master's Thesis level, in any semester or the graduating Class of 2026. Students graduating before 2026 are not eligible.
Can I register as an individual, or do I need a team?
Only team registrations are accepted, with teams of 2 to 4 members. Cross-border teams are welcome.
How do I register for the Championship?
Registration for the 4th edition is closed. The 5th International AI Championship is coming soon, and its registration will open here on the Championship tab. Follow @aief_edu to hear first.
How much does it cost to register?
Registration is completely free.
What counts as a valid project?
Real-world AI solutions. Priority areas include health, education, sustainability, fintech and agriculture, alongside the eight official submission categories.
What is the format of the competition?
Idea submission, MVP/prototype submission, mentorship from industry experts, and a final live pitch round.
Can international teams participate?
Yes. International participants join virtual rounds; shortlisted finalists may attend the grand finale virtually or in person, with remote mentorship for all shortlisted teams. Prizes and recognition are equal regardless of location, and international winners receive digital awards and global exposure.
Are accommodation, travel and food provided?
Yes. For shortlisted finalists attending the grand finale in person, AIEF covers accommodation, travel and food.
Where do I find updates?
Updates are posted on this Championship tab, in News & Events, and on AIEF's social channels.
Coming soon

5th International AI Championship

The next edition of Pakistan's biggest AI showdown is on its way. Dates, categories and registration will be announced right here on the Championship tab.

Get notified Follow @aief_edu