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Published On: September 02, 2025

Are you a Pakistani professional dreaming of a global career in development? The World Bank Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2026 is your chance to make a real impact on international development projects while accelerating your career in a world-class environment. This prestigious program is designed for talented young professionals from member countries, including Pakistan, who want to shape policies, reduce poverty, and promote shared prosperity globally.

What Is the Young Professionals Program (YPP)?

The YPP is a two-year leadership development program offered by the World Bank Group (WBG). It targets highly skilled professionals with strong technical abilities and a passion for development work. During the program, participants:

Work on meaningful development projects across the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA.
Gain exposure to international policy-making and economic development initiatives.
Receive structured mentorship, training, and opportunities for professional growth.
Become eligible for a five-year renewable contract after successful completion.

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Programme Details

Host Country	United States
Host Organization	World Bank Group (WBG)
Location	Washington, D.C., USA
Duration	2-year leadership development program
Benefits	salary Based
Deadline	September 30, 2025

Eligibility Criteria for Pakistani Applicants

Pakistani citizens are fully eligible to apply for the YPP 2026 as long as they meet the following requirements:

Nationality: Must be a citizen of a World Bank member country (Pakistan qualifies).
Age: Born on or after October 1, 1990.
Education: Possess a master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, or complete all requirements before September 1, 2026.
Work Experience: Have 2–6 years of relevant professional experience.
Languages: Excellent command of spoken and written English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
Employment Status: Not currently employed by the World Bank Group under permanent, extended, or short-term contracts.

Application Deadline

Kindly submit your application by September 30, 2025. Don't miss out on this fantastic chance! Apply Now. For latest updates visit News and Scholarships.