Pakistan’s IT exports crossed the $400 million mark for the second time in April 2026, reflecting continued momentum in the sector’s external earnings.
According to data from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), exports of information technology and IT-enabled services reached $423 million in April, making it the second-highest monthly figure on record. The highest monthly inflow remains $437 million, recorded in December 2025.
Industry expert Dr. Noman Said said the milestone highlights the resilience of Pakistan’s IT industry amid global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions. He noted that sustained growth shows strong underlying demand for Pakistani tech services.
He further urged policymakers and exporters to focus on expanding market access and improving tax incentives to maintain growth momentum.
During the July–April period of FY2025–26, IT exports totaled $3.81 billion, up from $3.14 billion in the same period last year, reflecting a 21% year-on-year increase.
The sector includes earnings from freelancers, software exporters, call centers, and telecom-related services.
Despite strong growth, total annual IT exports are still projected to fall short of the $5 billion target, with estimates now closer to $4.5 billion.
Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) Chairman Ibrahim Amin said freelancers are playing a growing role in export earnings, which are expected to surpass $1 billion this fiscal year. He added that infrastructure challenges such as power outages and slow internet continue to limit productivity and export potential.
