Zara Naeem Dar Biography
Zara Naeem Dar is a Pakistani accounting student who made global headlines in early 2021 for topping the world in an ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) exam, competing against over 527,000 students from 179 countries.
About/Details
| Name | Zara Naeem Dar |
| Famous As | ACCA Global Topper |
| Education | ACCA, SKANS School of Accountancy |
| Date of Birth | September 8, 1998 |
| Birthplace | Jhelum |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
Early Life and Education
Zara was born on September 8, 1998, in Jhelum. She completed her O-Level and A-Level education in Lahore before joining SKANS School of Accountancy to pursue her ACCA qualification. She remained a top student throughout her academic career.
Family
Her father, Naeem Dar, served in the military and was himself a top-performing MBA student. Her two elder sisters are also accomplished, with one having studied on a scholarship. Zara is the niece of Aleem Dar, the internationally recognized Pakistani cricket umpire and member of the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires.
ACCA World Record
In December 2020, Zara scored the highest marks worldwide in ACCA’s Financial Reporting exam, among more than 527,000 students across 179 countries. Her achievement went viral on social media and drew praise from prominent figures, including Ali Zafar. Aleem Dar publicly congratulated his niece in a video message. She was also invited onto Nida Yasir’s morning show to discuss her achievement, and credited her father’s encouragement as key to her success.
