The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications has proposed a development budget of Rs. 71.84 billion for the fiscal year 2026–27, over 3x higher compared to the current fiscal year’s allocation.
According to official planning documents, the proposed Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) includes 20 IT-related projects, comprising 12 ongoing schemes and eight new initiatives.
The ministry has allocated Rs. 32.13 billion for ongoing projects and Rs. 39.71 billion for new initiatives in the upcoming fiscal year. Documents further show that Rs. 37.79 billion has been requested for five ministry-led projects, reflecting a strong focus on expanding Pakistan’s digital infrastructure and technological capabilities.
The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) has been allocated a proposed Rs. 24.39 billion for seven ongoing projects. Among major initiatives, the Islamabad IT Park has reached 72 percent completion and requires Rs. 6.73 billion in funding for FY2026–27. Meanwhile, the Karachi IT Park has been allocated Rs. 11.5 million under the proposed PSDP.
The government has also earmarked Rs. 1.802 billion for projects aimed at supporting the startup and venture capital ecosystem. In addition, more than Rs. 1 billion has been proposed for the National Semiconductor Human Resource Development Program, highlighting efforts to strengthen advanced technology skills and develop local expertise in the semiconductor sector.
The Special Communications Organization (SCO) has proposed Rs. 2.67 billion for four projects, including a new Rs. 2.5 billion initiative to improve telecommunications services in remote and underserved areas.
The National Information Technology Board (NITB) has requested Rs. 743 million for three projects, while Ignite has sought Rs. 3 billion for a new initiative. The National Telecommunication and Information Security Board (NTISB) has also proposed Rs. 3.24 billion for its planned projects in the next fiscal year.
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