What the Three Selected Startups Receive

Business & Financial Structuring

  • Revenue model validation and pricing optimization
  • Unit economics coaching: CAC, LTV, margins, forecasting
  • Go-to-market planning and execution review
  • Weekly progress check-ins with assigned business mentor

Technical Development Oversight

  • Sprint planning and weekly technical reviews
  • UI/UX design feedback and iteration support
  • Backend architecture assessment
  • Smart contract development guidance and security audit
  • Compliance-aware code review

Legal & Regulatory Advisory

Advisory provided by Pakistan Crypto Council, PSX regulatory specialists, corporate lawyers, and IBA’s entrepreneurship faculty.

  • Company registration and legal structuring
  • Regulatory compliance for fintech and Web3 operations
  • Intellectual property protection guidance
  • Governance framework and documentation

Investor Pipeline Development

  • Curated introductions to VC firms, angel networks, and corporate investors
  • Structured investor feedback sessions during incubation
  • Live Demo Day at the September Showcase

PSX IPO Readiness Signal

The program does not end at the September Showcase. Startups that demonstrate structured financials, early traction, clear governance, and market scalability at the Showcase will be eligible for the PSX IPO Readiness Signal, which includes:

  • GEM Board orientation and structured pathway briefing
  • Pre-IPO compliance checklist tailored to startup stage
  • Corporate governance framework aligned with PSX requirements
  • Financial reporting guidance and investor relations preparation

National Fintech & Web3 Startup Program 2026 — Institute of Business Administration, Karachi