Wafi Tameer Awards 2026 (formerly Shell Tameer)

About This Scholarship

Formerly known as the prestigious Shell Tameer Awards, the Wafi Tameer Awards have evolved into Pakistan's premier platform for young entrepreneurs and innovators. Rather than a university tuition grant, this is a massive seed-funding and recognition award for startups and student enterprises that are solving critical socio-economic and environmental challenges. Winners receive substantial cash grants, immense media visibility, and invaluable mentorship from industry titans to scale their businesses.

Scholarship Benefits & Coverage

• Direct non-dilutive seed funding and cash awards for category winners and runners-up to scale commercial ventures
• Intensive pitch preparation bootcamps and business model coaching conducted by international enterprise experts
• Fully sponsored round-trip travel and accommodation provided for shortlisted finalists traveling outside Karachi
• Direct investor networking and pitching access before prominent venture capitalists and industrial corporate executives
• National media exposure and brand visibility spotlighting your enterprise as a premier Pakistani innovation changemaker

Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Nationality: Pakistani Citizen residing in Pakistan.
• 2
  Age Limit: 20 to 35 years old.
• 3
  Concept: Must have a **STEM-based** or innovative business idea/prototype (e.g., Clean Energy, Circular Economy, Technology Innovation, Mobility).
• 4
  Stage: Can be a 'Bright Idea' (Prototype stage) or an 'Existing Startup' (Revenue generating).
• 5
  Focus Areas: Projects must solve energy, environmental, or social challenges (Clean Energy Solutions are priority).
• 6
  Student Status: University students (especially Engineers with Final Year Projects) are highly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply – Step by Step

1. 1

   Step 1: Wait for applications to open (usually August) on the Wafi Energy/Tameer website.

2. 2

   Step 2: Submit the online application form with details of your STEM innovation or business model.

3. 3

   Step 3: Upload a 2-minute video pitch explaining your project.

4. 4

   Step 4: Shortlisted finalists (Top 30) attend a 'Pitch Prep' bootcamp with experts.

5. 5

   Step 5: Finalists present to a jury of industry leaders at the Grand Awards Ceremony.

6. 6

   Step 6: Winners receive seed funding cheques on the spot.

Required Documents

• Business/Project Proposal
• Video Pitch (2 Minutes)
• CNIC Copy
• Proof of Prototype (Photos/Videos/Github link)
• University Enrollment Proof (if applying as Student)

Frequently Asked Questions