Pakistan’s information technology sector has reached a historic milestone, recording $4.6 billion in IT exports during fiscal year 2025-26, as the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA) hailed the achievement as proof of the country’s growing strength in global technology markets despite regional instability.
The record export figure represents a 21 percent increase over the previous fiscal year, according to official data, making IT and IT-enabled services one of Pakistan’s fastest-growing export sectors. June alone contributed $416 million in exports, the highest monthly total of FY26, reflecting both year-on-year and month-on-month growth.
P@SHA said the achievement came despite “major, warlike disruptions in the region and the broader Middle-East during the FY26” and highlighted the industry’s ability to diversify into emerging technologies and new international markets.
AI, Robotics Drive New Growth
In a statement issued on Sunday, P@SHA said Pakistan expanded beyond traditional software and IT-enabled services by strengthening its capabilities in artificial intelligence, robotics and automation, allowing technology firms to remain competitive even during a challenging regional environment.
Welcoming the milestone, P@SHA Chairman Sajjad Syed praised the industry’s collective efforts.
“US$4.6 billion is a hallmark of Pakistan’s growing technical prowess and reflects the collective effort of thousands of Pakistani technology companies and the professionals they employ.”
He added that the achievement reflects the industry’s ability to evolve with global demand.
“This achievement demonstrates that Pakistan is not only delivering established IT and ITeS solutions; but, is also building capabilities in emerging technologies; keeping pace with the global technology curve and diversifying geographically as well.”
Official figures show Pakistan’s IT exports climbed from $3.81 billion in FY25 to $4.6 billion in FY26, driven by growing demand for digital services, supportive policy measures and improved export performance across international markets.
Industry Calls for Stable Policies
While celebrating the record performance, P@SHA stressed that sustained growth will depend on consistent government support and policy continuity.
The association said stable tax policies, simplified compliance procedures, investment in digital connectivity and close collaboration between the public and private sectors remain essential for maintaining export momentum.
“P@SHA is proud of this milestone, it remains equally focused on what comes next. Consistency in tax policies, streamlined compliance, continued investment in digital connectivity, and sustained collaboration between government and industry will enable Pakistan to build on this momentum, strengthen its position as a future-ready technology destination, and reach even greater heights in the years ahead.”
The association added that it will continue working with policymakers, industry leaders and international partners to strengthen Pakistan’s IT and ITeS ecosystem and improve its global competitiveness.
Analysts say the latest figures also place Pakistan on a stronger path toward the government’s long-term digital economy ambitions. Under the Uraan Pakistan economic plan, authorities have set a target of $10 billion in IT exports by FY29, although achieving that goal will require sustained annual growth, continued investment and expansion into high-value technologies.
Industry leaders believe Pakistan’s growing talent pool, expanding freelance economy and increasing adoption of advanced technologies position the country to capture a larger share of the global digital services market, provided policy stability and investor confidence remain intact.
