Islamabad, Pakistan October 2025 The National Incubation Center Islamabad (NIC Islamabad) proudly announced the induction of 31 promising startups into its Cohort 4, marking another milestone in its mission to accelerate Pakistan’s entrepreneurial growth and innovation landscape.
This year’s call for applications received an outstanding response from innovators and entrepreneurs nationwide, reflecting Pakistan’s expanding startup ecosystem and growing digital ambition. Following a rigorous evaluation and pitching process, 34 startups have been selected to join the country’s premier incubation program at NIC Islamabad.
The selected startups represent a wide range of sectors, from Deep Tech and Agri Tech to EdTech, FinTech, and HealthTech, showcasing the diversity and creative energy shaping Pakistan’s entrepreneurial future.
The Cohort 4 startups include:
AquaTech Fisheries, Arra Assistants, AxonWhale, CallZIP, Dakia AI, Data Copilot by IotaJ, eTaps.me, FinMap, FloodGuard, GameX, Horizon Preps, Innovative Bioenergy, juno, Khiladi, Kollab, Koro, Latent, Officeflow AI, Pak Organic Life, Prompt to Flow, Proya AI, Raabta, Researcharge Private Limited, SafetyX Pro, Scraping Solution Ltd, Sehat AI Bridge, Signers.ai, Soulters Glamps, Stayovers.pk, Truck Adda, UPLAW.PK, Valith, WobblyAI, and Zero Knowledge Technologies.
At NIC Islamabad, startups gain access to world-class mentorship, state-of-the-art facilities, industry partnerships, and investor linkages that help them transform ambitious ideas into scalable, high-impact ventures. Supported by the Ignite National Technology Fund under the Ministry of IT & Telecom (MoITT), the center is powered by a consortium of leading partners Fouji Foundation, Hashoo Group, Change Mechanics, CyberVision, and Telenor who bring together extensive experience, corporate insight, and a shared vision for nurturing Pakistan’s next generation of entrepreneurs.
As the new cohort gears up for its orientation and onboarding sessions, founders are set to explore opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and capacity building across NIC Islamabad’s dynamic ecosystem. The upcoming sessions will introduce them to a powerful network of industry experts, investors, and innovation leaders who will guide them throughout their incubation journey.
NIC Islamabad remains dedicated to fostering an environment where bold ideas can thrive. With a focus on emerging technologies, climate innovation, and human-centered solutions, the center continues to nurture startups that are not only driving Pakistan’s digital evolution but also creating meaningful social and economic impact.
The induction of Cohort 4 reinforces NIC Islamabad’s role as a national leader in innovation and entrepreneurship a platform where ideas become companies, founders become leaders, and startups become change-makers shaping Pakistan’s future.
FAQ
The National Incubation Center Islamabad (NIC Islamabad) is a flagship incubation and acceleration program supported by Ignite National Technology Fund under the Ministry of IT & Telecom (MoITT). It helps Pakistani startups grow through mentorship, funding access, and industry partnerships.
Cohort 4 is the latest batch of 34 startups selected for incubation at NIC Islamabad. These startups represent diverse sectors including Deep Tech, Agri Tech, Climate Tech, FinTech, HealthTech, and EdTech, showcasing Pakistan’s innovation potential.
NIC Islamabad operates in partnership with Fouji Foundation, Hashoo Group, Change Mechanics, CyberVision, and Telenor organizations that bring corporate expertise, technology, and industry support to strengthen the startup ecosystem.
Startups can apply through NIC Islamabad’s official website during open call periods announced by Ignite and MoITT. The selection process includes application screening, pitching sessions, and final evaluation by industry experts.
Startups get free-of-cost incubation, mentorship, access to investors, global exposure, and cutting-edge facilities to build scalable, high-impact ventures in Pakistan’s innovation ecosystem.
