The Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT & ITES (P@SHA) will hold the P@SHA ICT Awards 2026 in Karachi on September 22.

The 22nd edition of the awards will bring together technology companies, startups, industry professionals, policymakers, investors, and other stakeholders.

The judging process has been completed in Karachi, Islamabad, and Lahore. More than 1,380 entries were reviewed across 10 main categories and 41 sub and cross-categories.

The categories cover areas including Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, Cybersecurity, HealthTech, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Solutions, Digital Government, Sustainability, and Gaming.

Entries were evaluated by industry professionals and experts on factors including innovation, technical capabilities, practical value, scalability, and potential impact.

The ceremony will announce the winners and runners-up across the various categories.

P@SHA Chairman Sajjad Syed said the awards continue to recognize talent, innovation, and achievements in Pakistan’s technology sector.

Senior Vice Chairman and Brand Chair Muhammad Umair Nizam said the event recognizes companies and individuals contributing to the country’s digital economy.

The 2026 awards are supported by Payoneer as Silver Sponsor and Systems Limited as Industry Partner. Abacus, Contour Software, 10Pearls, and NextGENi are sponsoring the roundtables.

The P@SHA ICT Awards also act as Pakistan’s official gateway to the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Awards. Winners and runners-up will get an opportunity to represent Pakistan at the APICTA Awards 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

The awards have been held for more than two decades and provide technology companies, startups, students, and innovators with an opportunity to showcase their work and gain industry recognition.

The September 22 ceremony will conclude this year’s awards process following the completion of applications, screening, and judging.