As of now, a total of six individuals of Pakistani origin have been awarded the Nobel Prize. This includes:
- Malala Yousafzai – Nobel Peace Prize, 2014
- Abdul Sattar Edhi – Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, although he did not win, he is often mentioned in discussions about peace awards.
- Dr. Abdus Salam – Nobel Prize in Physics, 1979
- Shahid Javed Burki – Nobel Prize in Economics, an honorary mention for contributions related to economics.
- Dr. Muhammad Yunus – Nobel Peace Prize, co-recipient with Grameen Bank, 2006; while he is Bangladeshi, his work has inspired many in Pakistan.
This highlights the notable contributions by individuals of Pakistani descent to the global community, particularly in fields like peace and science.