The Ministry of Information Technology and its affiliated organizations are set to incur expenses totaling over Rs. 13.82 billion during the current fiscal year 2024-25. These costs include both employee-related expenses (ERA) and non-employee-related expenses (non-ERA).
The Ministry itself has received a budget allocation of Rs. 993.568 million, which will cover operational expenses, employee compensation, and administrative costs.
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 crucial role in providing communication services in remote areas.
The National Information Technology Board (NITB) will receive Rs. 1.453 billion for implementing e-governance initiatives across government departments. 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 each have been earmarked for the Pakistan Digital Authority and the National Digital Commission, newly established bodies aimed at advancing the Digital Pakistan mission. The Electronic Certification Accreditation Council will also receive Rs. 340 million.
These allocations demonstrate the government’s commitment to fostering digital transformation and strengthening Pakistan’s digital infrastructure.
