Introduction
World Space Week (WSW), held every year from 4–10 October, is the world’s largest celebration of space science, technology, and their impact on society. Declared by the United Nations General Assembly, it commemorates two historic milestones: the launch of Sputnik 1 on October 4, 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on October 10, 1967. Globally coordinated by the World Space Week Association (WSWA), WSW is celebrated in over 96 countries through events led by space agencies, schools, universities, planetariums, museums, and astronomy clubs.
In Pakistan, World Space Week is led by SUPARCO while The National Center of GIS and Space Applications (NCGSA) and Institute of Space Technology, Islamabad actively contribute to this global celebration by organizing nationwide activities to inspire young minds, engage educators, and promote public awareness about the vast possibilities space science and technology offer for our future.
Our Legacy
Since 2005, the Institute of Space Technology (IST) has proudly led the celebration of World Space Week in Pakistan, serving as a vibrant hub for space-themed learning and exploration. Over the past 20 years, IST has engaged school, college, and university students through immersive STEM and STEAM based activities, competitions, workshops, exhibitions, and hands-on projects, curating more than 200 unique and impactful modules. These efforts have ignited curiosity, nurtured innovation, and built a strong appreciation for the transformative power of space science and technology.
With the launch of the National Center of GIS and Space Applications (NCGSA) in 2020, IST’s space outreach expanded nationwide, championing space education across diverse academic levels. Through World Space Week, NCGSA-IST continues to empower students to think creatively, explore scientific careers, and contribute to the global vision for peaceful and sustainable space exploration. By inspiring the next generation of thinkers and doers, IST remains committed to shaping future leaders in the space sector.
World Space Week 2025
Continuing its tradition of promoting excellence in space science and technology education, the Institute of Space Technology (IST) is proud to host World Space Week 2025 under the global theme “Living in Space.”
This two-day event will offer students from Grades 6–12 an exciting opportunity to explore the wonders of space, understand its impact on human life and technology, and engage in interactive learning experiences.
- Event Dates : October 9-10 ,2025
- Age Group: Grade 6 – 12
- Registration Fee: PKR 10,000 per institution
- Registration Deadline: October 2, 2025
Register yourself now to secure your participation! Don’t miss the opportunity — details are available on the registration page.
Space Ambassadors’ Forum 2025
The Space Ambassadors’ Forum was held on September 30, 2025. The forum brought together space ambassadors from 20+ educational institutions who were briefed on event categories, competition modules, registration procedures, preparation guidelines, and ways to encourage students to actively participate in space science activities.
Awards & Honors
Space Champion Award
for Institute
(Shield & Certificate)
Space Runner Up Award for Institute
(Shield & Certificate)
Winner Awards for
Exceptional Participants
(Shield & Certificate)
Runner Up Awards for
Outstanding Participants
(Certificate)
Space Ambassador Acknowledgement Award
(Certificate)
Best Space Ambassador Award
(Shield & Certificate)
Participation Acknowledgement
(Certificate)
For Queries
www.ncgsa.org.pk/world-space-week
worldspaceweekist@gmail.com
+92-51-9075751 | +92-334-2949667
www.facebook.com/WSW.IST
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Flashbacks
WSW – 2024
WSW – 2023
WSW – 2021
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