Pakistan Startup Fund (PSF)
Federal non-dilutive equity matching grant designed to de-risk institutional venture checks and accelerate international venture capital into Pakistani tech ventures.
PKR 2B+
Venture Matching Capital Pool
Up to 30%
Equity Round Support Check
Non-Dilutive
Zero Equity Dilution Grant
Global VCs
International De-Risking
How Pakistan Startup Fund Works
Unlike incubators offering desks, PSF operates purely as catalytic venture capital matching grant to de-risk investment term sheets.
Institutional Lead VC Term Sheet
Startup secures an institutional term sheet from a recognized international or top-tier domestic Venture Capital fund.
PSF Grant Evaluation
PSF evaluates the venture and provides up to 30% non-dilutive matching grant to complete the target funding round.
Capital Deployment
The matching check is released directly upon lead VC round closing, extending runway without additional dilution.
Eligibility & Application Guidelines
Key requirements for startups seeking PSF matching grant allocation.
Active tech or tech-enabled startup incorporated in Pakistan or with primary operations in Pakistan.
Verified institutional lead investor offering a qualified equity term sheet.
Demonstrated commercial traction, defensible technology IP, or scalable unit economics.
Commitment to create high-value technology jobs within Pakistan.