Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), operating under the Ministry of IT and Telecom, has officially opened bookings for Islamabad IT Park ahead of its formal inauguration scheduled for August 14, 2025. The development marks a significant step in the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its digital ecosystem through world-class infrastructure tailored for the technology sector. The facility spans 720,000 square feet and is set to become Pakistan’s most advanced IT complex, purpose-built to host over 120 companies in the IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) domain. This includes a wide mix of established exporters and emerging startups.
Designed to address the expanding needs of Pakistan’s growing tech landscape, the park consists of two basement levels, a ground floor, and nine upper stories. These will provide ready-to-move-in office spaces along with a fully equipped startup incubation centre, which houses 15 dedicated offices. Resident companies will also benefit from in-house business support services covering legal, marketing, and financial advisory needs. This structure ensures that both early-stage ventures and established firms can scale efficiently with access to critical professional resources.
A standout feature of Islamabad IT Park is the establishment of Pakistan’s first Tier III Data Centre, a high-security, internationally certified infrastructure built to offer uninterrupted data services. Designed with resilience and uptime in mind, the facility is expected to be instrumental for companies that rely on secure, always-on digital operations—be it local service providers or international clients seeking dependable hosting solutions in Pakistan. The Data Centre will serve as a key digital asset, aligning with global standards and reinforcing the country’s appeal as a technology outsourcing destination.
The park will also house research and development labs, virtual training zones, and business facilitation centres, along with an industry-academia linkage centre to strengthen collaboration between educational institutions and the private sector. This is a direct response to the pressing need for continuous skills development and a reliable supply of talent for the IT industry. Such efforts are essential for bridging gaps between curriculum and real-world demands, ultimately enhancing the employability of local graduates.
Strategically situated in the capital city, the location positions Islamabad as a hub for digital foreign direct investment. The project is backed by institutional support from key stakeholders, including the Ministry of IT & Telecom, PASHA, and Pakistan Freelancers Association. Their collective engagement reflects a national commitment to accelerating the growth of the technology sector through targeted initiatives and infrastructure development.
PSEB’s Islamabad IT Park is part of a broader plan to establish a network of high-tech parks across Pakistan, with another similar facility being developed near Karachi airport. These parks are intended to serve as catalysts for job creation, IT exports, and innovation, directly contributing to Pakistan’s digital economy transformation.
