Applications for the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2025 are officially open, inviting technology innovators, entrepreneurs, students, and enterprises across Pakistan to showcase their contributions to the growing digital ecosystem. Organized by PASHA, the awards have become one of the country’s most prestigious platforms for celebrating excellence in the information and communication technology sector. Winners not only receive national recognition but also earn the opportunity to represent Pakistan at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards 2025.
The awards offer a broad spectrum of participation across ten primary heads and forty-one sub-categories, making it accessible to startups, established tech companies, university students, and industry veterans. This year’s format maintains a streamlined process to encourage greater participation from all segments of the tech industry. Applicants are invited to visit the official HBL P@SHA ICT Awards website, where they can choose their desired category, complete the application, and submit it after careful review.
The application process has been designed for ease and clarity. Participants begin by visiting the Apply Now section of the PASHA ICT Awards website. From there, they can access additional documents including the Company Category Guidelines, Preparation Notes for Companies, and Student Submission Guidelines. These resources help ensure that participants understand the requirements and submit complete entries that reflect their work and impact.
The awards serve as a platform to highlight the country’s rapidly growing tech talent, promote product and service innovation, and spotlight local solutions that solve real-world challenges. Over the years, the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards have played a critical role in identifying and nurturing talent that later finds success on global platforms. With categories spanning from fintech and e-commerce to AI, education, health, sustainability, and cybersecurity, the awards continue to evolve with the trends shaping the global tech landscape.
Participation in the HBL P@SHA ICT Awards provides visibility within Pakistan’s technology and investment ecosystem while fostering connections with stakeholders who are driving change across the region. For students and startups in particular, the platform is often a launchpad that leads to mentoring, business growth, and further exposure.
PASHA encourages everyone in the ICT space—from university labs and small creative teams to established companies—to apply and make their mark. As Pakistan’s digital transformation accelerates, initiatives like this continue to play a key role in recognizing those pushing boundaries and creating impact at home and abroad.