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Est. 2006 · Lahore, Pakistan

Unlocking Pakistan's insights through precision field research.

We deliver high-fidelity data collection, third-party monitoring, and social research services trusted by leading global institutions and academic researchers.

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Years of Operation 19 Years
Primary HQ Lahore, PK
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Trusted by leading partners

About Us

To facilitate and provide assistance for quality research in Pakistan.

Established formally in 2006 under section 58(1) of the Partnership Act 1932, Research Consultants (RCons) is dedicated to fostering and supporting quality research endeavors in Pakistan. We leverage extensive field experience to offer innovative, tailored solutions—bringing novelty and modern approaches to data collection and field Monitoring & Evaluation.

Our work spans academic, socio-economic, education, health, agriculture, and political research. We design methodologies that address each client’s unique objectives, then actively engage to strengthen their professional capabilities—so decisions are grounded in verified, actionable evidence.

ICT-Backed Field Capacity

Our Core Capacity Pillars

Robust capacity bolstered by modern ICT infrastructure, hardware, and software—so every engagement delivers professional-grade results.

Accurate, Reliable & Quality Data

We prioritize collection, processing, and analysis with rigorous quality assurance and industry best practices—so the data we deliver is robust and actionable.

Timely Submission of Deliverables

Through efficient project management, proactive communication, and coordination, we consistently deliver on or ahead of schedule.

Confidentiality to the Highest Level

Strict confidentiality and data security protocols protect sensitive client information throughout the research process.

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Range of Services

Tailored Field Solutions

We conduct both Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) and traditional paper-based surveys for flexible, accurate data collection.

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Face-to-Face Interviewing

In-person interviews to gather data and insights directly from respondents across households and communities.

  • Household & demographic surveys
  • CAPI and paper-based instruments
  • Agriculture & socio-economic baselines
  • Health, education & political inquiries
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In-Depth Interviewing

Detailed interviews that explore complex issues and gather comprehensive qualitative information.

  • Key informant interviews (KIIs)
  • Stakeholder & elite consultations
  • Case studies & narratives
  • Sensitive-subject inquiries
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Focus Group Discussions

Organized group discussions that delve deeper into specific topics and surface diverse perspectives.

  • Community-level consensus building
  • Gender-segregated appraisals
  • Participatory rural appraisals (PRAs)
  • Program design & feedback sessions
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Behavioural Lab Games

Controlled experiments studying decision-making and social behavior in field and lab settings.

  • Behavioural & experimental protocols
  • Decision-making studies
  • Social preference measurements
  • Field-adapted lab designs
Geographic Achievement

Geographic Coverage

One of the country’s reliable research organizations, with presence across Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and AJK—backed by skilled trainers and enumerators.

Punjab Region

Sample districts of active operation
15 Districts
Lahore
Multan
Faisalabad
Rawalpindi
Sialkot
Bahawalpur
Gujranwala
Jhang
Kasur
Khanewal
Khushab
Layyah
Lodhran
Mandi Bahauddin
Mianwali

Sindh Region

Sample districts of active operation
19 Districts
Badin
Dadu
Ghotki
Hyderabad
Jacobabad
Jamshoro
Karachi
Kashmore
Khairpur
Larkana
Matiari
Mirpur Khas
Naushahro Feroze
Sanghar
Kambar Shahdadkot
Shaheed Benazirabad
Shikarpur
Sujawal
Sukkur

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Region

Sample districts of active operation
5 Districts
Peshawar
Abbottabad
Kohat
Haripur
Nowshera

Azad Jammu & Kashmir Region

Sample districts of active operation
4 Districts
Muzaffarabad
Bagh
Athmuqam
Hattian
What Our Clients Say

Trusted in the Field

Feedback from leading economists, academic researchers, and institutional partners who rely on our rigorous data collection and survey expertise.

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"We have been extremely satisfied always, with the extreme professionalism of the firm, with the quality of their work, and with their responsiveness to both urgent and routine requests to recheck specific data in the field. We have at times gone back to them several years after a survey for a specific check on the data with excellent results."

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Dr. Ghazala Mansuri
Lead Economist, Poverty Reduction & Equity Group, The World Bank
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"RCons conducted a 28,000-household census for our project on recovery from the 2005 northern Pakistan earthquake, funded by the World Bank. The project included household and school surveys. RCons was responsive and diligent; their financial and monitoring reports were exemplary."

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Dr. Tahir Andrabi
Professor, Pomona College, USA
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"Our overall experience with RCONS was excellent. The RCONS team consistently delivered on time and provided a high-quality product. Their professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail ensured successful outcomes."

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Dr. Reehana Raza
Director, Institute of Development and Economic Alternatives
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"I was highly impressed with Mr. Irfan Ahmad's professionalism and his work on our project. He executed the assignment efficiently and competently. The data collected were complete and easy to tabulate electronically."

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Dr. Anila Asghar
Assistant Professor, McGill University
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"During data entry, RCons raised questions to ensure high data quality and effectively recoded responses to open-ended questions. SAHE observed excellent field coordination—their attention to detail reflected a real commitment to quality work."

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Dr. Abbas Rashid
Chairman, Society for the Advancement of Education
Core Team

Leadership & Field Leads

Meet the experienced professionals guiding research operations, technical execution, and field coordination.

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Irfan Ahmed

Director

University of the Punjab graduate (1996); post-graduate diploma in primary education from Ali Institute. Joined the LEAPS team in 2002 and is a founding member of RCons.

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Sarfraz Bhatti

Programme Coordinator

Punjab University (1996); Master’s from Imperial College for Business Studies (2002). Joined LEAPS in 2003 as District Coordinator, Attock—also a founding member of RCons.

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Kashif Abid

Programme Coordinator

Helliay College, University of the Punjab (1999); Master’s from SYSTEX College (2001). Joined LEAPS in 2003 as District Coordinator, Faisalabad, and co-founded RCons.

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Naveed Rasool

Programme Coordinator

University of the Punjab (2002); Master’s in Political Science (2006). Joined RCons in December 2006—experienced in training, questionnaire design, and field monitoring.

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Kashif Nisar

Data Manager

University of the Punjab (2002). Joined RCons in December 2006. Strong in STATA, Microsoft Visual Basic, and Microsoft Access for data management and analysis.

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Tahir Ansari

Finance Manager

B.Com (1998). Joined the LEAPS team in 2003 as project accountant; brings deep experience in financial management and project administration.

Get In Touch

Let's Start a Conversation

RCons places significant emphasis on conducting high-quality training workshops during surveys and research studies.

Mobile

0300-4594045

Telephone

+92 4235926126-27

Office Address

Research Consultants (RCons)
379-K Model Town, Lahore, Pakistan

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