Higher Education Ministry Launches Third Reading Award with Major Cash Prizes

Islamic University, Najaf
On Sunday, 10 August 2025, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research launched the third edition of the Higher Education Reading Award. The initiative, recommended by the ministerial committee overseeing the programme, seeks to promote a culture of reading and intellectual awareness among Iraqi university students.

This year’s competition is open to students of the Islamic University in Najaf and its branches in Babel and Diwaniya.

Key Dates:

Registration: 10 August – 28 September 2025

Online examination: Saturday, 4 October 2025, at 11 a.m.

Award ceremony: Thursday, 9 October 2025, at Al-Hakim Hall, University of Baghdad

Cash Prizes:

First place: 10 million Iraqi dinars

Second place: 8 million Iraqi dinars

Third place: 5.5 million Iraqi dinars

Fourth to twentieth place: 4.5 million Iraqi dinars each

The three universities with the highest participation nationwide will also be honoured.

Registration:

• Students may apply through the official platform awards.mohesr.gov.iq: awards.mohesr.gov.iq (http://awards.mohesr.gov.iq/)

using their official university email address and a valid phone number.

The 90-minute electronic exam can be taken from any internet-enabled device.

Announcement to Students:

The Ministry described the competition as a golden opportunity for students to test their reading and cultural skills, compete for substantial prizes, and represent their universities on a national stage.

Important Notice:

Students without a university email address are advised to contact their department or faculty office to complete the required form.