Pakistan Startup Fund

📢 Join Us at NIC Karachi’s Pakistan Investor Summit 2026 – Day 2

Pakistan Startup Fund (PSF) is pleased to be part of National Incubation Center Karachi’s Pakistan Investor Summit 2026.

Mr. Nayab Babar, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, Pakistan Startup Fund, will be speaking at a key session titled:
“From Local to Global: How BridgeStart, Pakistan Venture Fund & Pakistan Startup Fund Are Reshaping Pakistan’s Startup Ecosystem.”

The session will highlight how catalytic funding, global pathways, and strategic partnerships are enabling Pakistani startups to scale and access international markets.

We look forward to engaging with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders shaping the future of innovation in Pakistan.

📅 Tue, 31 March 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM onwards
📍 NIC Karachi
🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/d6iXBK4j

📢 Deadline Extended

The application deadline for the position of Assistant Manager (Grants) under the Pakistan Startup Fund (PSF) has been extended.

This is an opportunity to join Ignite – National Technology Fund, under the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication (MoITT), and contribute to strengthening Pakistan’s startup ecosystem.

🗓 New Deadline: Sunday, 5th April 2026
🔗 Apply now: www.njp.gov.pk

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a growing innovation-driven initiative.

A strategic meeting was held at the Prime Minister’s Office to discuss the collaboration between the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication (MoITT) and the Prime Minister's Youth Programme (PMYP) for the digitization of PMYP initiatives.

The meeting was chaired by Mr. Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, Chairman PMYP, where discussions focused on upcoming initiatives aimed at empowering youth through digital transformation and innovation.

The session was attended by key stakeholders including Mr. Faisal Jeddy (CEO PSEB), Mr. Nayab Babar, CFA (CIO PSF), and Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar (S.I) (Chairman HEC), reflecting a strong commitment towards building a digitally enabled and opportunity-driven ecosystem for Pakistan’s youth.

📢 Career Opportunity

The Pakistan Startup Fund (PSF), executed by Ignite – National Technology Fund under the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication (MoITT), is looking for a motivated and dynamic professional to join the team as Assistant Manager (Grants).

This role is part of the PSDP project supporting Pakistan Startup Fund, aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s startup and venture capital ecosystem.

Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online at:

🔗 https://njp.gov.pk
📅 Application Deadline: 29 March 2026

The Pakistan Startup Fund supports innovation-driven startups in Pakistan that demonstrate strong growth potential and investor backing.

Eligible startups must:

✔️ Be legally incorporated in Pakistan

✔️ Be an active tax filer with FBR

✔️ Have secured or be in advanced discussions with investors

✔️ Demonstrate scalability and innovation potential

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

For details:

www.ignite.org.pk/pakistan-startup-fund

Ignite – National Technology Fund hosted the Pre-Bid Conference for the Pakistan Venture Fund on 5th March 2026, with participation from 45+ international and local VCs, fund managers, and leading private sector representatives.

The session highlighted Ignite’s vision to strengthen Pakistan’s venture capital ecosystem and provided an opportunity to potential bidders to address their key queries. Ignite - National Technology Fund

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