The Ministry of Information Technology and its affiliated organizations are set to incur more than Rs. 13.82 billion in expenses during the current fiscal year 2024-25. These costs include both employee-related expenses (ERA) and non-employee-related expenses (non-ERA).
According to official documents from the Ministry of IT, a budget allocation of Rs. 993.568 million has been reserved for the Ministry itself. This amount will cover operational expenses, employee compensation, and related administrative costs necessary for the ministry to function effectively throughout the year.
One of the largest allocations within the ministry’s budget is for the Special Communications Organization (SCO), which has been allocated Rs. 6.989 billion. The SCO plays a pivotal role in providing communication services in remote areas, particularly in regions like Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
The National Information Technology Board (NITB), which is responsible for implementing e-governance initiatives across various government departments, will receive Rs. 1.453 billion. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) has been allocated a total of Rs. 3 billion, including Rs. 2 billion for rewarding software exporters.
Additionally, Rs. 500 million have been earmarked each for the Pakistan Digital Authority and the National Digital Commission, both newly established bodies aimed at advancing the Digital Pakistan mission. These initiatives are part of the government’s broader efforts to foster digital transformation and strengthen Pakistan’s digital infrastructure. The Electronic Certification Accreditation Council will also receive Rs. 340 million.
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