31 March, 2026

Scope of Competition

3D design is the foundation of additive manufacturing, translating ideas into detailed digital models for precise fabrication. It enables customization, enhances design flexibility, and drives efficiency by enabling iterative testing and optimization before production.

In the past Design Competitions held in 2022, 2023, and 2024, many students participated and gained valuable awareness about Additive Manufacturing (AM), along with exposure and linkage opportunities with industry. This design competition is an excellent opportunity for students to compete and enhance their understanding of design and gain further exposure to industry practices.

In this competition, students are invited to design a specified part for 3D printing that meets given criteria, optimizing for minimum mass and maximum load capacity. The best CAD designs will be selected for printing at the PIAM3D facility. These 3D printed models will then compete for the top three positions, with winners chosen by a panel of expert judges.

Patron-in-Chief

Director of Event

Event Coordinator

Organizing Committee

Takeaways for Students

Competition winners will be announced and cash prizes with certificates will be distributed on the event day. Certificate of participation will be given to all.

• Fundamental understanding of Additive Manufacturing
• Ability to apply design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) principles
• Competence in designing and modeling lattice structures
• Development in analytical and problem solving skills.
• Increased confidence in participating in national and international AM competitions.

Venue

National Centre for Physics (NCP), Shahdara Valley Road, Islamabad

Eligibility

Students (individual or a team of max 3 persons) currently enrolled in BS or MS program in the field of Mechanical Engineering or allied technologies at an accredited Pakistani university / Institute can participate in this contest.

Design Problem

To download the design problem, click here.

Prizes

Competition winners will be announced and cash prizes with certificates will be distributed on the event day. Certificate of participation will be given to all.

• 1^st Place: Rs 60,000
• 2^nd Place: Rs 40,000
• 3^rd Place: Rs 30,000

How to Apply

Application form can be accessed here. Deadline for Registration is 18 January, 2026 along with submission of following requirements.

• Design File (CAD Model in .STL/.IGS/.STP format
• Structural Analysis Report in .pdf format
• University Reference Letter
• Payment proof of Registration Fee
  Rs. 2500/- per participant to be deposited in following account:
  Account Title: Director National Centre for Physics
  Branch Code: 0294
  Account No: 00114487-01
  Bank: Habib Bank Ltd, QAU Branch, Islamabad

Competition Poster

To download the competition poster, click here.

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