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April 18 & 19, 2026 • Garrison University, Lahore

CYBER FEST

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Where cybersecurity meets innovation — shaping Pakistan’s next generation of digital defenders, thinkers, and leaders.

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Who We Are

About Cyber Fest

Pakistan’s premier cybersecurity event — connecting students, professionals, and innovators to build a safer digital future.

About Cyber Fest

Cyber Fest is an annual cybersecurity event launched in 2025 by Tech Hierarchy. Now in its second edition in 2026, Cyber Fest continues to empower students and professionals with cutting-edge knowledge, hands-on challenges, and real-world industry insights. From Capture the Flag competitions to expert-led panels, this is where Pakistan’s digital defenders come together to learn, compete, and grow.

About Tech Hierarchy

Tech Hierarchy is a student-led technology community committed to advancing digital literacy, cybersecurity awareness, and innovation across Pakistan. With a mission to bridge the gap between academia and industry, Tech Hierarchy hosts world-class events, workshops, and networking opportunities that shape tomorrow’s tech leaders.

500+Registered
10+Speakers
2ndEdition
20+Partners
Join Us

Register for Cyber Fest 2026

Choose the right path for your cybersecurity journey. Access keynotes, workshops, or compete in our flagship CTF.

LEARN

Conference

Conference with keynotes panels live demos and networking

Free for All

Register to Learn
BUILD

Workshops

Hands on workshops on Cloud Security SOC Malware Analysis and AI Bug Hunting

Fee PKR 500 single or
PKR 1200 for all workshops

Register for Workshops
COMPETE

Attack & Defend CTF

Attack and Defend CTF competition with real world vulnerabilities

Team registration fee
PKR 2000

Register for CTF
Location

Event Venue

Hosting Venue

Garrison University
Lahore Campus

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DatesApril 18 & 19, 2026
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Time9:30 AM — 3:30 PM PKT (Both Days)
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AddressGarrison University Lahore Campus, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
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EntryOpen to All — Registration Required
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Experience

What to Expect

A two-day immersive experience packed with knowledge, challenges, and connections.

Expert Keynotes

Industry leaders share frontline insights, emerging threats, and the future of digital security across Pakistan and beyond.

CTF Challenges

Capture-the-Flag competitions testing your hacking skills, problem-solving, and cybersecurity knowledge in real-time.

Networking

Connect with students, professionals, mentors, and recruiters shaping Pakistan’s digital future.

Workshops

Hands-on technical sessions covering penetration testing, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and more.

Awards & Recognition

Top performers recognized with certificates, prizes, and opportunities for career advancement in cybersecurity.

Panel Discussions

Thought-provoking panels on AI-driven threats, cybersecurity policy, privacy, and secure digital infrastructure.

Our Journey

Event History

From a bold first step in 2025 to Pakistan’s most anticipated cybersecurity event in 2026.

2025 — Edition 01
The Beginning

Tech Hierarchy launched the inaugural Cyber Fest in 2025, bringing together students and professionals for a day of cybersecurity awareness, expert talks, and community building at Garrison University Lahore.

2026 — Edition 02
Bigger & Bolder

The second edition of Cyber Fest arrives in 2026 — spanning two full days and featuring 500+ expected attendees, elite speakers, industry-sponsored CTF challenges, workshops, and a newly expanded programming lineup.

Meet the Speakers

Featured Speakers

Industry leaders, researchers, and builders shaping Pakistan's cybersecurity future.

20 Speakers
Kaukab Zuberi
KZ
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Kaukab Zuberi
Director at DFRSC
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Basim Nawaz
BN
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Basim Nawaz
Founder at Tech Hierarchy
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Major Yahya Qurashi (R)
YQ
Major Yahya Qurashi (R)
Lecturer at PU
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Dr. Amjad Tufail
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Dr. Amjad Tufail
HoD of Psychology Department Leeds University
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Ahmad Manzoor
AM
Ahmad Manzoor
Founder of Pakistan Blockchain Institute
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Muhammad Husnain Sarwar
HS
Muhammad Husnain Sarwar
Cyber security researcher
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Farhan Ashraf
FA
Farhan Ashraf
Senior AISecOps Engineer
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Hamza Rabbani
HR
Hamza Rabbani
Senior Information Security Consultant
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Arif Hussain
AH
Arif Hussain
Senior Manager SOC
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Shazeem Mir
SM
Shazeem Mir
Security Engineer
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Muhammad Khizer Javed
KJ
Muhammad Khizer Javed
BlackHat Speaker
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Hammad Hassan
HH
Hammad Hassan
Cyber Security Expert
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Dr. Hafeez ur Rahman
HR
Dr. Hafeez ur Rahman
CEO Itsolara
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Muhammad Shaban Raza
SR
Muhammad Shaban Raza
CyberSecurity Manager
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Farhan Mirza
FM
Farhan Mirza
Founder, Catalyic Group of Companies
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Ali Manzer
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Ali Manzer
CISO at The Bank of Punjab
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Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain
ZH
Muhammad Zunnurain Hussain
Cyber Security & Cloud Architecture
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Husnain Shahid
HS
Husnain Shahid
Malware Analyst and Red Teamer
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Muhammad Waseem
MW
Muhammad Waseem
Security Researcher
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Our Network

Sponsors & Partners

Organizers
Tech Hierarchy
Tech Hierarchy
Lead Organizer
DFRSC
DFRSC
Co-Organizer
D mech
D Mac
Co-Organizer
Sponsors
Hack The Box logo HTB
Hack The Box
Swag Sponsor
Notion logo NOT
Notion
Sponsor
Al-Khidmat logo NOT
Al-Khidmat
Sponsor
Partners
AQSEC logo AQ
AQSEC
Strategic Partner
Zaaric logo ZA
Zaaric
Industry Partner
CyberSter logo CS
CyberSter
Outreach Partner
FDC logo FDC
Fcit Developer Club
Community Partner
I Mind Society logo IMS
I Mind Society
Community Partner
Kinnaird logo KIN
Kinnaird Computer Club
Community Partner
BULC logo BULC
IEEE BULC
Community Partner
UET logo UET
UET Cyber Security Society
Community Partner
ACM CUI logo ACM
ACM CUI Lahore
Community Partner
Al-Khidmat logo AK
Al-Khidmat
Partner
Schedule

Event Timeline

The complete roadmap of Cyber Fest 2026. Join us for a journey through the future of technology.

09:30 – 10:00
Check-in & Networking
10:00 – 10:30
Opening Ceremony and Keynotes
10:30 – 10:50
The AI and Our Future Life
10:50 – 11:00
Cognitive Warfare: Controlling the Decision Machine
11:00 – 11:15
Web 3: Blockchain, NFTs, dApps and Metaverse
11:15 – 11:45
Future of Information Security
11:45 – 12:00
How to Start a Career in InfoSec
12:00 – 12:15
Cybersecurity in AI and Vibe Coding Era
12:15 – 12:30
Notion for Enterprise Security and Compliance
12:30 – 01:00
Energizer
01:00 – 01:30
National Cybersecurity Future
01:30 – 01:45
Connecting the Dots
01:45 – 02:00
MoU Signing Ceremony
02:00 – 02:30
Awards, Closing Ceremony, Group Photo
02:30 – 03:30
Networking + Refreshments
09:30 – 11:30
Track A: Seminar Hall 1
Workshop 1: Hack → Detect → Defend: A Live SOC on Cloud Security and Vulnerability Scanning
Track B: Library
Cyber Battle Pakistan 2026 (Ongoing competition)
11:30 – 01:30
Track A: Seminar Hall 1
Workshop 2: Malware Analysis & Vibe Python Development for Cybersecurity
Track B: Library
Cyber Battle Pakistan 2026 (Ongoing competition)
01:30 – 02:30
Track A: Seminar Hall 1
Workshop 3: From Recon to Exploit: AI-Driven Bug Bounty Hunting
Track B: Library
Cyber Battle Pakistan 2026 (Final Hour)
02:30 – 03:30
Track A: Seminar Hall 1
Workshop 3 (Continued): From Recon to Exploit: AI-Driven Bug Bounty Hunting
Track B: Library
Cyber Battle Award Ceremony
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