You will receive 70,000 rupees upon obtaining an IT certification

The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) has launched the "Prime Minister’s IT Certification Reimbursement Program" for IT graduates and professionals. Under this initiative, candidates who obtain approved global certifications will be reimbursed for their examination fees, up to a maximum of PKR 70,000.

This program has been initiated under the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication with the objective of enhancing the professional skills of the youth to meet global standards.

Over 50 IT Certifications Included

The program encompasses more than 50 approved IT certifications from global organizations, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft, and Google. Candidates who successfully pass the examination for any of these certifications will be eligible for a reimbursement of up to PKR 70,000.

Registration and Reimbursement Process

Interested candidates must complete the following steps:

1.  Create a profile on the portal: skills.techdestination.com.
2.  Select the desired certification from the list of approved certifications and submit an application.
3.  Appear for the examination conducted by the respective global organization and pass it successfully.
4.  After passing the exam, upload the official certification and the fee payment receipt to the portal.

The program’s authorized team will verify the submitted documents, following which the reimbursement amount (up to PKR 70,000) will be transferred to the candidate's account.

Important Note: It is mandatory for candidates to submit an application on the portal before appearing for the certification examination.

Benefits for Freelancers and the IT Sector

According to the PSEB, this program will assist young professionals in securing better opportunities within the global IT market and competing effectively on an international level. Furthermore, this project can play a significant role in promoting freelancing and software exports in the country.