Background: The theory-practice gap refers to the disparity between the knowledge and skills gained during nursing education and their practical application in clinical settings. Understanding nurses' perspectives on this issue is crucial for identifying the factors contributing to the theory-practice gap and developing strategies to bridge the divide. This Study highlights the key themes and recommendations provided by Pakistani nurses to address the theory-practice gap. Objective: To determine the perception association with demographic variable. Method: This Analytical cross-sectional study included 192 nurses from hospitals and universities in Lahore, Pakistan, both public and private. The data was gathered using a self-administered questionnaire, and SPSS was utilized for analysis. The participants were chosen using a convenient sampling technique. Results: Approximately 89.06% of the 192 respondents obtained a score exceeding 60%, whereas 10.90% received a score below 60%. This suggests that the majority of research participants exhibited a positive perception. Furthermore, the evaluation of participants' perceptions regarding the theory-practice gap in nursing indicated a favorable impression of the gap. Conclusion: The participants' knowledge of and comprehension of the theory-practice gap is evident. Given that nurses make up the majority of the healthcare team in Pakistan, this is a call to action for all professionals at the individual and organizational levels to work together to close gaps and improve the quality of service.

Theory-Practice Gap, Perceptions, Pakistani Nurse, and Evidence based practice