Kashmir Institute of Management (KIM)
Empowering Public Service | Enriching Governance | Inspiring Leadership
Our Legacy
The The Kashmir Institute of Management (KIM) is an autonomous body responsible for the capacity building, policy research, and policy formulation for public servants under the Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD), Government of AJK. It was created through the AJK Assembly's Act of 2014. The institute began its journey in 1990 as the AJK Staff Training Institute (STI), committed to the professional development of civil servants in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
In 2003, the institute was upgraded to the Kashmir Institute of Public Administration (KIPA). It delivered high-impact training, including the prestigious “Advanced Course in Public Sector Management” in collaboration with NIPA Lahore.
However, the devastating earthquake of 8th October 2005 destroyed the KIPA building. This tragedy marked a turning point in the institution’s journey.
Restructuring and Transformation
In 2010, under the leadership of Mr. Shahzad Arbab (then Chief Secretary, AJK), and with support from the Prime Minister and NSPP, the institute was envisioned as a full-fledged professional academy.
The result was the establishment of the Kashmir Institute of Management (KIM)—modeled after Pakistan’s National Institutes of Management (NIMs).
Adapting Through Adversity
During the COVID-19 pandemic, KIM adapted quickly, conducting short training workshops under strict health protocols, reaffirming its commitment to capacity building even in times of crisis.
Mission & Growth
KIM’s core objective is to enhance capacity, performance, and leadership in AJK’s public service. The training portfolio includes areas such as:
- Leadership & Public Policy
- Governance & Public Finance
- National Security & Communication
- Public Administration & Applied Research
KIM has earned respect and appreciation across Pakistan through its dedication, professionalism, and academic excellence.
Functions of the Institute (as enshrined in KIM Act 2014)
- The Institute's functions include providing instruction/, conducting examinations, awarding degrees, diplomas, and certificates, charging fees, offering training, conducting research, and delivering other services in fields such as:, including:
- Public Administration
- Public Policy
- Law
- Economics
- Finance
- Public Management
- Governance It can also formulate courses of study, organize training courses and workshops, provide pre-service and in-service training, and undertake research and advisory services. The Institute can award degrees, diplomas, and certificates to those who pass its examinations. Additionally, it serves as a research institute for the Government on public policy matters and can advise the Government on these issues.
- 41 Long-Duration Courses, including:
- 10 Mid-Career Management Courses (MCMCs)
- 06 Professional Development Courses (PDCs)
- 04 Senior Management Courses (SMCs)
- 05 Professional Planning & Management Courses (PP&MCs)
- 02 Office Management Courses (OMCs)
- 01 Specialized Domain-Specific Course
- 02 Orientation Programs for Probationary Officers & Tehsil Qazis
- 04 Domain Training Programs
- 01 Program for Community Mobilizers
- 39 Workshops & 2 National Conferences featuring local and international experts.
- Launch specialized short-term training programs
- Open participation to federal and provincial public servants
- Inspire cultural change in AJK’s civil service through professionalism and continuous learning
Our Training Portfolio
Visionary Leadership
Under the Chairmanship of Mr. Khushhal Khan, Chief Secretary of AJK, and with strategic direction from the BoG, KIM is expanding its footprint across Pakistan, forming key partnerships and enabling inter-provincial cooperation.
New Chapter of Excellence
Appointed as Director General, Dr. Muhammad Muqeem ul Islam brings over 25 years of experience in civil service training. With a PhD in Public Policy and Governance, his leadership signifies a new era of growth, innovation, and reform for KIM.
The Road Ahead
With the blessings of Almighty Allah, the support of our leadership, and the dedication of our team—KIM is poised to become a national-level center of excellence in public service training, policy innovation, and sustainable governance.