Corruption continues to be one of Pakistan’s biggest challenges, shaping public trust in government institutions, according to the National Corruption Perception Survey (NCPS) 2025 by Transparency International Pakistan. The survey, conducted from September 22 to 29 across 20 districts with 4,000 respondents, captures public views on integrity, accountability, and service delivery.

Public Experience and Perceptions

The report found that 66% of citizens did not face bribe demands in the past year, showing uneven impact of everyday corruption. Nearly six in ten respondents credited government economic measures linked to the IMF programme and removal from the FATF Grey List for stabilizing the economy.

Perceptions of key institutions, including the police, education, taxation, and local government services, showed improvements, with the police gaining 6% in public approval due to reforms and better service delivery.

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Demand for Institutional Reforms

Citizens strongly demand tighter accountability systems, reduced discretionary powers, and stronger Right to Information laws. A significant 78% want anti-corruption bodies like NAB and FIA to be more transparent and answerable, while 42% expressed willingness to report wrongdoing if strong whistleblower protections are guaranteed.

Other Key Concerns

The health sector and political funding were highlighted as major issues, with calls for stricter regulation of pharmaceutical commissions, clearer rules for private medical practice, and limits on business financing of political parties.