The Sindh government has launched a major initiative in collaboration with Google and Tech Valley Pakistan to provide over 30,000 scholarships for digital skills training to students at public sector universities across the province.
Announced at a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah at CM House, the programme will offer Google Career Certificates in high-demand fields including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, IT Automation, and Project Management.
"This partnership is a testament to our vision of transforming Sindh into a hub of innovation and skill development," Shah stated, noting that the programme will also promote gender inclusivity by ensuring at least 30% female participation.
The certificates, developed by Google experts, allow students to complete flexible online courses in as little as three to six months—no degree required. Graduates from previous cohorts have already secured jobs in leading firms, with salaries reportedly reaching up to Rs 1.6 million per month.
One such success story is Leena Kumari, a student from the University of Sindh, Jamshoro, who completed the Google AI Essentials course and secured a placement at Evolution. Her story was even featured by Google.
The programme will expand across 30 public universities and include new specialisations like Prompting Essentials and Agile Essentials. It also complements the ongoing Soft Skills & Career Kamyabi Sindh Programme, which provides training in CV writing, interview skills, and communication.
Kyle Gardener, Government Affairs & Public Policy Lead at Google, said the initiative reflects Google’s commitment to helping students “unlock new career opportunities and drive economic growth.”
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