Pakistan’s telecom sector crossed major growth milestones during FY2024–25, with total subscribers surpassing 200 million and sector revenues exceeding Rs1 trillion, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) Annual Report 2024–25.
The report shows broadband connections crossed 150 million, while telecom coverage expanded beyond 92 percent nationwide. Broadband penetration exceeded 60 percent, reflecting continued digital adoption across both urban centres and underserved regions.
Financial performance strengthened during the year, with sector revenues rising 12 percent year-on-year to over Rs1 trillion. Contributions to the national exchequer increased to Rs402 billion in 2025, up from Rs336 billion in 2024. Sector-wide investments also grew by 9 percent to $838 million.
Telecom infrastructure expansion drove sharp growth in data usage, which reached 27,727 petabytes in 2025. Around 95 percent of cellular networks are now 4G-enabled, supported by 17.21 Tbps of international bandwidth. Pakistan is further enhancing global connectivity through the addition of four new high-capacity submarine cable systems.
PTA facilitated multiple connectivity initiatives across Pakistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan, including the National Roaming initiative aimed at improving coverage in remote and commercially less viable areas.
The report highlights strong progress in local manufacturing, with over 95 percent of mobile devices now produced locally, including 68 percent smartphones, supporting import substitution and domestic industry growth.
Pakistan’s cybersecurity posture also improved during the year, with the National Telecom Security Operations Center addressing cyber threats and contributing to a 13 percent reduction in consumer complaints.
PTA said its ongoing priorities include 5G readiness, enhanced cybersecurity frameworks, and building a resilient, future-ready digital economy.
