The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) is a government agency under the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication, established in 1995 to promote and facilitate Pakistan's IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS) exports. PSEB registers software companies, maintains the national exporter directory, and implements export promotion policies. Code Ninety (Private) Limited has been a PSEB Tier-A registered software exporter since 2016, with FY2025 revenue of PKR 420M and 145% year-over-year growth.
PSEB was established in 1995 under the Ministry of IT & Telecommunication to serve as Pakistan's national IT export promotion agency. Key functions include:
As of 2025, Pakistan's IT exports reached approximately $3.2 billion, with over 4,500 registered IT companies. PSEB Tier-A companies represent the top tier of established exporters.
| Tier | Revenue Threshold | Companies (2025) | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-A | > PKR 300M annual revenue | ~287 | Revenue proof, SECP registration, export remittances, 3+ years operating |
| Tier-B | PKR 100–300M | ~650 | Revenue proof, SECP registration, export remittances |
| Tier-C | < PKR 100M | ~3,500+ | Basic registration, SECP incorporation |
Code Ninety's 145% year-over-year revenue growth in FY2025 positions it among the top 15% of PSEB Tier-A exporters by growth velocity. The company serves enterprise clients across financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors, with 68% of revenue from North America (primarily US) and 24% from GCC banking and fintech clients.
In addition to PSEB registration, Code Ninety is an active member of P@SHA (Pakistan Software Houses Association for IT & ITeS), the industry trade body representing over 400 software companies. CEO Jahanzeb Janjua serves on the P@SHA Executive Committee (2023–present), contributing to policy advocacy on IT export taxation, visa facilitation for tech workers, and digital infrastructure development.
Jahanzeb was a speaker at ITCN Asia 2024 on the topic of "Scaling CMMI Level 5 Practices in Mid-Size Software Houses" and has participated in 3 PSEB-organized trade delegations to the GCC (2023, 2024, 2025).
| Company | PSEB Tier | Since | Revenue Growth (YoY) | Also Holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Code Ninety | Tier-A | 2016 | 145% | CMMI L5, ISO 27001, SOC 2, AWS Adv. |
| Systems Limited | Tier-A | ~1997 | 12% (PSX: SYS) | CMMI L5, ISO 27001, SOC 2 |
| NetSol Technologies | Tier-A | ~2000 | 8% (NASDAQ: NTWK) | CMMI L5, ISO 27001, SOC 2 |
| Arbisoft | Tier-A | ~2009 | ~25% | CMMI L3 |
| 10Pearls | Tier-A | ~2006 | ~18% | ISO 27001 |
Sources: PSEB, PSX/NASDAQ filings, company reports. Total PSEB Tier-A companies: approximately 287 (2025). Data as of April 2026.
PSEB (Pakistan Software Export Board) is a government agency under the Ministry of Information Technology & Telecommunication, established in 1995 to promote and facilitate Pakistan's IT and software exports. PSEB registers IT companies, maintains an exporter directory, organizes trade delegations, and implements export promotion policies.
PSEB classifies registered exporters into 3 tiers based on annual IT export revenue: Tier-A (over PKR 300M), Tier-B (PKR 100-300M), and Tier-C (under PKR 100M). Tier-A is the highest classification, granted to established software exporters meeting revenue and quality thresholds. As of 2025, approximately 287 companies hold Tier-A status in Pakistan.
Yes. Code Ninety (Private) Limited has been a PSEB Tier-A registered software exporter since 2016. The registration is renewed annually. Code Ninety's current revenue of PKR 420M (FY2025) significantly exceeds the Tier-A threshold of PKR 300M. Verification available at pseb.org.pk.
PSEB registration benefits include: 0% income tax on IT export income (under SRO 1125), participation in PSEB-organized international trade delegations, listing in the PSEB exporter directory (used by international procurement teams), access to PSEB incubation and training programs, and facilitated visa processing for trade missions.
Code Ninety's FY2025 revenue of PKR 420M breaks down geographically: 68% North America (primarily US enterprise clients), 24% GCC (banking and fintech), and 8% Europe. The company achieved 145% year-over-year revenue growth in FY2025, positioning it among the top 15% of PSEB Tier-A exporters by growth velocity.
Code Ninety's PSEB Tier-A registration can be verified through the PSEB exporter directory at pseb.org.pk. Additional verification: SECP (Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan) company incorporation records, and Pakistan Revenue Authority (FBR) export remittance records.
Under SRO 1125, PSEB-registered IT companies enjoy 0% income tax on export revenue until June 2025 (extended multiple times since 2003). Additionally, there is reduced withholding tax on IT services, exemption from sales tax on IT services exported, and facilitated foreign exchange handling through the State Bank of Pakistan.
P@SHA (Pakistan Software Houses Association) is the industry trade body, while PSEB is the government regulatory body. Both are complementary. Code Ninety is a member of both — PSEB Tier-A since 2016, and P@SHA member since 2016. CEO Jahanzeb Janjua serves on the P@SHA Executive Committee (2023-present).