The National Institute of Banking and Finance Pakistan conducted a one day face to face training session on Islamic Banking and Financial Literacy for the Civil Services Academy in Lahore. The training programme was held on July 29, 2026, at the Civil Services Academy and was designed to strengthen participants’ understanding of Islamic banking principles and financial literacy. The programme forms part of NIBAF Pakistan’s efforts to work with leading public sector institutions and provide specialised financial knowledge to professionals involved in public administration and decision making.
The training session brought together the expertise of NIBAF Pakistan and the Civil Services Academy, with the programme focusing on Islamic banking and broader financial literacy. Islamic banking has become an increasingly important component of Pakistan’s financial system, making awareness of its principles, structures and practices relevant for professionals working across government and public sector institutions. The session provided a dedicated platform for participants to develop a stronger understanding of the subject and its relevance to the country’s financial landscape.
Mufti Irshad Ahmad Ejaz facilitated the first and second sessions of the programme, bringing a specialised perspective to the discussions on Islamic banking. Mr. Salman Shehzad facilitated the third session, contributing to the financial literacy component of the training. The involvement of multiple facilitators allowed the programme to cover its subject areas through different professional perspectives while maintaining a focus on practical financial knowledge.
The programme was conducted specifically for the Civil Services Academy, one of the institutions responsible for professional training and development within Pakistan’s civil service structure. By conducting the programme at the academy in Lahore, NIBAF Pakistan extended its banking and financial education activities to public sector professionals. Such training provides an opportunity for government officials and other public sector decision makers to develop greater familiarity with financial concepts that can be relevant to their professional responsibilities.
The Islamic banking component of the training is particularly relevant to Pakistan’s financial sector, where Shariah compliant banking has developed into an established part of the banking industry. Understanding Islamic banking principles and financial structures can support greater awareness among public sector professionals as the country continues to expand Islamic financial services and strengthen the institutional framework surrounding the sector. Financial literacy also contributes to a broader understanding of financial products, systems and economic activity.
NIBAF Pakistan said the session reflects its continued commitment to partnering with premier national administrative institutions to build capacity and share critical financial knowledge. The institute aims to support key public sector decision makers by providing training programmes that address important areas of banking, finance and economic understanding. The collaboration with the Civil Services Academy adds to these capacity building efforts by bringing financial education into a public administration training environment.
The programme also connects with wider discussions around financial inclusion and the development of financial awareness in Pakistan. Greater understanding of Islamic banking and financial systems can help professionals better assess financial matters within their areas of responsibility. For public sector institutions, financial literacy can also support informed engagement with financial policies, banking sector developments and initiatives linked to the wider economy.
The training was conducted in a face to face format at the Civil Services Academy in Lahore, providing participants with an opportunity to engage directly with the facilitators throughout the sessions. The programme covered three sessions, with Mufti Irshad Ahmad Ejaz leading the first two and Salman Shehzad conducting the third. The structure allowed the training to focus on both Islamic banking and financial literacy within a single day.
NIBAF Pakistan’s continued engagement with administrative and public sector institutions reflects the institute’s broader role in professional development within Pakistan’s financial and banking ecosystem. Its training activities provide opportunities for institutions and professionals to strengthen their understanding of specialised financial subjects while keeping pace with developments in the banking industry.
The Islamic Banking and Financial Literacy session at the Civil Services Academy represents another effort to connect specialised financial education with public sector capacity building. By providing training on Islamic banking and financial literacy, NIBAF Pakistan is supporting greater financial awareness among professionals working within the public administration system. The initiative also reinforces the importance of financial knowledge for public sector decision makers as Pakistan’s banking and financial landscape continues to evolve.
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