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DISCOVER INNOVATION AT ITS FINEST

 Access funding, mentorship, and training to launch and grow your startup

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NIC KARACHI IS AN IGNITE-FUNDED, LMKT-OPERATED INCUBATION CENTER AND STARTUP
ACCELERATOR DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING INNOVATIVE ENTREPRENEURS THROUGH MENTORSHIP,
TRAINING, AND ACCESS TO FUNDING. WITH OVER 299+ STARTUPS INCUBATED, 99,000+ JOBS
CREATED, AND RS. 8.1 BILLION RAISED IN INVESTMENT, NIC KARACHI IS AT THE
FOREFRONT OF PAKISTAN'S ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCENE.


WHAT WE OFFER

DISCOVER THE RANGE OF SUPPORT AND RESOURCES WE OFFER AT NIC KARACHI


MENTORSHIP
SUPPORT

We believe that mentorship is crucial to the success of any startup. Our
experienced mentors offer guidance, insights, and connections to help
entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of building and scaling a business.


NETWORKING
OPPORTUNITIES

Networking is essential for any startup's success, and at NIC Karachi, we offer
a range of networking opportunities that connect entrepreneurs with investors,
mentors, and fellow founders.


ACCESS TO
CAPITAL

We connect startups with numerous funding sources, such as angel investors,
venture capital, and grants. We aim to help entrepreneurs secure the necessary
capital to fuel the growth and sustainability of their startups.

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THE IMPACT
WE MADE

As Pakistan’s premier tech-incubator, our portfolio spans diverse industries
from HealthTech, AgriTech, FinTech, EdTech, to Big Data and AI, we have a global
footprint, spanning from Turkey, Africa, and London, making NIC Karachi the
go-to destination for innovative entrepreneurs.

Our startups have raised significant investments, generated revenue, and created
employment opportunities, contributing to social economic development in
Pakistan. Here are a few quick stats.

INVESTORS WHO HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR STARTUPS AT NIC KARACHI.


 * January 9, 2024


PAKISTANI GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES ‘PAKISTAN STARTUP FUND’ TO REVITALIZE STARTUP
INVESTMENTS

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OUR STAR STARTUPS

Explore our leading startups and their game-changing ideas that are shaking up
industries and reshaping the future.

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HOW WE HELP STARTUPS


EMPOWER


WE FOCUS ON EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE RESOURCES AND TOOLS THEY NEED TO
SUCCEED. OUR MENTORSHIP PROGRAM PROVIDES PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE FROM EXPERIENCED
MENTORS, WHILE OUR WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING SESSIONS HELP ENTREPRENEURS BUILD KEY
SKILLS. OUR GOAL IS TO EMPOWER ENTREPRENEURS TO REALIZE THEIR POTENTIAL AND
CREATE POSITIVE CHANGE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES.


ADVICE


OUR TEAM OF EXPERTS PROVIDE PERSONALIZED GUIDANCE AND VALUABLE INSIGHTS TO HELP
STARTUP FOUNDERS MAKE INFORMED DECISIONS. FROM BUSINESS STRATEGY TO MARKET
RESEARCH, WE OFFER ADVICE ON VARIOUS ASPECTS OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP. MOREOVER, WE
FACILITATE LINKAGES WITH INDUSTRY TO HELP ENTREPRENEURS BUILD PARTNERSHIPS AND
ACCESS NEW OPPORTUNITIES. OUR AIM IS TO EQUIP ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE KNOWLEDGE
AND CONNECTIONS TO THRIVE IN THEIR RESPECTIVE VERTICALS.




NETWORK


FUNDRAISING GUIDANCE


OUR TEAM OFFERS EXPERT GUIDANCE ON FUNDRAISING STRATEGIES AND CONNECTS STARTUPS
WITH POTENTIAL INVESTORS TO SECURE FUNDING.


ELEVATOR PITCH


WE WILL HELP YOU PREPARE AN EXCELLENT ELEVATOR PITCH THAT SHOWCASES YOUR STARTUP
IN A CLEAR AND COMPELLING WAY.


RECENT NEWS


PAKISTANI GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES ‘PAKISTAN STARTUP FUND’ TO REVITALIZE STARTUP
INVESTMENTS

January 9, 2024


NIC KARACHI: 9TH PAKISTAN INVESTOR SUMMIT POST-BLITZ 2023

December 15, 2023


NIC KARACHI STARTUPS VISIT AT PRESIDENT’S HOUSE

December 8, 2023


UPCOMING EVENTS




FOUNDING PARTNERS

MoITT is mandated to create an enabling environment through formulation and
implementation of policies and frameworks, providing ICT infrastructure for
enhancing productivity, facilitating good governance, improving public service
delivery and contributing towards the socio-economic growth of the country.

The funding partner for NIC Karachi, focuses on fourth industrial wave tech and
on ecosystem development initiatives to fulfill its mission of creating a
knowledge economy in Pakistan.

Pakistan’s largest technology incubation footprint and the operating partner for
NIC Karachi, providing quality incubation programs, and access to financial,
technical, and professional resources for impact-based startups.


ON GOING PROGRAMS

XSeed is an equity-free and free-of-charge incubation program for aspiring
entrepreneurs in Karachi. The program helps shape your idea into a successful
startup with cutting-edge coaching, tailored resources, and networking
opportunities.

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PERKS YOU GET


DISCOVER THE EXCLUSIVE PERKS AND BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR COMMUNITY.

 * $5,000 in AWS Activate Credits valid for 2 years.

 * 1 year of AWS Business Support (up to $1,500)

 * 80 credits for self-paced labs with QwikLabs ($80 value)

 * Access to the Activate Console, exclusive offers, recommended content and
   more.

 * Fast track to their Startup Program, giving you access to technical
   expertise, visibility, partners offer, and up to 36k€ of cloud credits.

 * 600€ in cloud credits to try their products over a 4-month period.


FEATURED FOUNDERS

Meet the inspiring founders behind the innovative startups of NIC Karachi.


FURQAN KARIM


YPAY FINANCIAL SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED

NIC Karachi is a strongly bonded community of budding entrepreneurs where we go
through thick & thin together. This community has supported us throughout our
journey 


KAMRAN MAHMOOD


GRIDIZEN

Coming from the UK, I was very nervous and inexperienced to work in Pakistan.
NIC made it easy and gave me support at every stage.


MUZAFAR MANGHI


FARMDAR

NIC has proved to be a very open environment that is conducive to learning the
essentials of launching and running a startup. The team is exceptionally
supportive.


ZIANA SAKHIA


BECHLO.PK

NIC Karachi provides an extremely welcoming and supportive environment, where
startups can engage and learn from mentors, coaches, as well as their peers.


TRANSFORM YOUR IDEAS INTO REALITY WITH NIC KARACHI

If you have an innovative idea that you believe can make a difference, we want
to hear from you. Apply now to be a part of our thriving community of
entrepreneurs and receive the support you need to turn your vision into a
reality.

Don’t wait – let’s bring your ideas to life together.

Join us


Your questions answered


STILL HAVE QUESTION?

I HAVE A STARTUP IDEA. CAN YOU HELP ME?

WE SUPPORT ENTREPRENEURS WHO ARE IN NIC KARACHI  PROGRAMS, INCLUDING OUR
MENTORSHIP-DRIVEN ACCELERATOR PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU
TO EXPLORE MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAMS AND DETERMINE WHICH WOULD BE MOST HELPFUL TO
YOU AT THIS STAGE OF YOUR COMPANY JOURNEY.

HOW DO YOU CHOOSE WHICH COMPANIES TO ACCEPT INTO THE PROGRAM?

WE, AT NIC KARACHI, HAVE A RIGOROUS SELECTION PROCESS TO CHOOSE THE COMPANIES
THAT ARE ACCEPTED INTO OUR PROGRAM. OUR TEAM REVIEWS EACH APPLICATION CAREFULLY
AND CONSIDERS FACTORS SUCH AS THE STRENGTH OF THE BUSINESS IDEA, THE POTENTIAL
FOR GROWTH AND SCALABILITY, THE EXPERIENCE AND DEDICATION OF THE FOUNDING TEAM,
AND THE MARKET POTENTIAL OF THE PRODUCT OR SERVICE. WE ALSO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT
THE FIT OF THE STARTUP WITH OUR PROGRAM AND THE RESOURCES AND SUPPORT WE CAN
OFFER TO HELP THEM SUCCEED. 

OUR GOAL IS TO SELECT HIGH-POTENTIAL STARTUPS WITH A CLEAR VISION AND A SOLID
PLAN FOR GROWTH, AND TO PROVIDE THEM WITH THE TOOLS, GUIDANCE, AND RESOURCES
THEY NEED TO SUCCEED.

CAN YOU FUND MY STARTUP?

AS AN INCUBATION CENTER, WE DO NOT PROVIDE DIRECT FUNDING TO STARTUPS.

 HOWEVER, WE CAN CONNECT YOU WITH POTENTIAL INVESTORS AND HELP YOU WITH THE
FUNDRAISING PROCESS. OUR PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE STARTUPS WITH THE
RESOURCES AND SUPPORT THEY NEED TO BECOME INVESTMENT-READY AND INCREASE THEIR
CHANCES OF SECURING FUNDING. 

WE ALSO OFFER TRAINING AND WORKSHOPS ON FUNDRAISING STRATEGIES AND PITCH
PREPARATION TO HELP YOU ATTRACT INVESTORS.

HOW LONG IS THE INCUBATION PERIOD?

THE INCUBATION PERIOD OF NIC KARACHI IS 6 TO 12 MONTHS.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY INCUBATION PERIOD IS OVER?

AFTER THE INCUBATION PERIOD IS OVER, STARTUPS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR
ALUMNI NETWORK AND CONTINUE TO RECEIVE SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE. THIS INCLUDES
ACCESS TO OUR NETWORK OF MENTORS AND INVESTORS, AS WELL AS ONGOING INVESTOR
SUMMITS, WORKSHOPS AND TRAINING SESSIONS. 

ADDITIONALLY, STARTUPS MAY HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PITCH FOR FOLLOW-ON FUNDING
FROM OUR PARTNERS OR OTHER INVESTORS. OUR GOAL IS TO HELP STARTUPS ACHIEVE
LONG-TERM SUCCESS BEYOND THE INCUBATION PERIOD.

CAN I APPLY TO MORE THAN ONE PROGRAM?

YES, YOU CAN APPLY TO MORE THAN ONE PROGRAM AT THE SAME TIME. HOWEVER, WE
RECOMMEND THAT YOU CAREFULLY CONSIDER YOUR OPTIONS AND CHOOSE THE PROGRAM THAT
BEST FITS YOUR STARTUP’S NEEDS AND GOALS. 

ADDITIONALLY, PLEASE NOTE THAT EACH PROGRAM MAY HAVE DIFFERENT OFFERINGS AND
FOUNDER NEEDS DEPENDING ON THE STAGE OF THE STARTUP, SO BE SURE TO CHECK EACH
PROGRAM’S GUIDELINES BEFORE APPLYING.


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