Pakistan’s tech and startup ecosystem is evolving through AI, fintech, and global expansion opportunities, with investors highlighting challenges and pathways for founders to build scalable technology companies.
The Business Incubation Center at the University of Peshawar will host the final pitch of the KP Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 on November 2, with prizes up to Rs 1 million.
NIC Islamabad has opened applications for Cohort 6, inviting founders across AI, deep tech, healthtech, IoT, blockchain, and cybersecurity to scale their ventures.
NIC Faisalabad, backed by Ignite National Technology Fund and the Ministry of IT and Telecom, has opened applications for founders building in healthtech, fintech, mobility, food tech, and AI and SaaS, offering mentorship, research support, industry access, and investor connections.
NIC Faisalabad has opened applications for startups building in healthtech, fintech, mobility, food tech, and AI and SaaS, offering mentorship, research support, and investor connections to founders.
NIC Lahore is inviting startup founders to apply at niclahore.com, offering pitch refinement, direct feedback, and mentorship from experienced founders to help entrepreneurs sharpen their message for global venture capitalists. The programme has supported over 350 startups with PKR 1 billion plus in funding.
Durshal has opened applications for Cohort 6, inviting tech-driven startups and entrepreneurs to apply before June 8, 2026, for access to mentorship, co-working space, networking, and investment opportunities.
NIC Pakistan has launched applications for Cohort 15, inviting startups tackling real problems in mobility, logistics, fintech, and on-demand services to apply and scale their businesses with mentorship, funding, and ecosystem support.
INDUS AI Week Islamabad 2026 invites startups to apply for its Technology and Innovation Hub, offering exhibition booths, pitching, mentorship, and networking opportunities on February 9–10.
NIC Karachi organized a step-by-step guidance session for Cohort 15 applications, helping aspiring founders submit strong, complete applications with clarity and confidence
Ignite - National Technology Fund invites Pakistani startups to showcase innovation at SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026, pitch to international investors, and explore global market opportunities in AI, robotics, sustainability, and entertainment tech.
NIC Hyderabad announces open applications for Cohort 8, inviting young innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs to transform ideas into startups. Apply before December 31 to join the program.
Description: NIC Hyderabad invites early-stage founders to apply for its 7th cohort, offering expert mentorship, pitch refinement, and national exposure. Applications open until June 30.
Pakistan’s tech and startup ecosystem is evolving through AI, fintech, and global expansion opportunities, with investors highlighting challenges and pathways for founders to build scalable technology companies.
The Business Incubation Center at the University of Peshawar will host the final pitch of the KP Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition 2026 on November 2, with prizes up to Rs 1 million.
IBA CEDIR will host the pitching and closing ceremony for its Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Certificate in Tech Entrepreneurship cohort on October 31, with nine judges from the startup community.
Participants in the CIE and CITE programs at IBA CEDIR attended weekend sessions on legal, intellectual property and tax essentials and on pitch design, storytelling and investor outreach.