Key Takeaways
- P@SHA ICT Awards 2026 will be held in Karachi on September 22.
- More than 1,380 entries were evaluated across 10 main categories.
- Winners will have an opportunity to represent Pakistan at APICTA Awards 2026.
The Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT & ITES (P@SHA) has announced the date for the 22nd edition of the P@SHA ICT Awards, to be held in Karachi on September 22. This event follows the completion of judging rounds in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore.
Entries were assessed by industry professionals and experts based on criteria including innovation, technical strength, practical value, scalability, and potential impact. Over 1,380 submissions were evaluated across 10 main categories and 41 sub/cross-categories, covering areas such as Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, Cybersecurity, HealthTech, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Solutions, Digital Government, Sustainability, Gaming, and other technology sectors.
The awards ceremony will recognize winners and runners-up in the presence of technology sector representatives, policymakers, businesses, investors, and other stakeholders. P@SHA Chairman Sajjad Syed stated that the awards continue to recognize talent, innovation, and achievements in Pakistan’s technology sector. Senior Vice Chairman and Brand Chair Muhammad Umair Nizam highlighted the opportunity for companies and individuals to contribute to the growth of Pakistan’s digital economy.
The 2026 awards are supported by Payoneer as the Silver Sponsor and Systems Limited as the Industry Partner. Additional sponsors include Abacus, Contour Software, 10Pearls, and NextGENi, who will also sponsor roundtables. The P@SHA ICT Awards serve as Pakistan’s official gateway to the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards, with winners and runners-up having the chance to represent the country at the APICTA Awards 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
With applications, screening, and judging completed, the September 22 ceremony will mark the final stage of the P@SHA ICT Awards 2026. This event is expected to provide a platform for technology companies, startups, students, and innovators to showcase their work and gain industry recognition.
