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ICT Award 2025 Announces Top Startups, Products, and Innovations

10th October 2025, Kathmandu

The path to a ‘Digital Nepal’ just got clearer. The ICT Award 2025, a premier national platform recognizing excellence in technology, innovation, and digital transformation in Nepal, has officially announced its semifinalists in four major categories: Startup, Product, Rising Star Innovation, and Social Innovation.

ICT Award 2025 Top Startups

These 300+ strong nominations have been rigorously reviewed, showcasing a vibrant and burgeoning technology ecosystem poised to drive Nepal’s economic and social progress. The announcement marks the completion of the second round of selection, moving the competition closer to naming the ultimate champions of Nepali tech.

The Best of Nepali Innovation: Semifinalists Revealed

The esteemed panel of 14 expert jury members conducted a meticulous digital evaluation of all submissions, ultimately selecting the top contenders. The semifinalists will now advance to a crucial phase involving mentoring sessions, “speed dating” with experts, and grand jury presentations to determine the coveted Top 5 finalists in each category.

Here are the companies and projects shaping the next generation of Nepali technology:

Top 12 Startup ICT Award 2025 Semifinalists

The chosen startups represent diverse sectors, highlighting the maturity and breadth of the Nepali entrepreneurial landscape. These companies are being recognized for their strong institutional development, scalable products, and resilient business models.

ARKBO Technologies

ATS Vehicle Assist

Bots Industries

Connect Kisan

Cyber Alert Nepal

Elites Logistics

Fasto Nepal

Mach Twenty-Four Orbitals

Sync Technology and Suppliers

Trip Turbo

Vending King

Wiser Esports

Top 12 Product ICT Award 2025 Semifinalists

The products cutting demonstrate cutting-edge development and significant practical application, from enterprise solutions to consumer-facing tools.

BizForce360

CostQ

Fitflow

GKavach-DWM

IELTS Pulse

lphaVend

Lungta eCommerce with ERP

Mirrago

MY QR

QuickCCA

Tuna Dairy ERP

Vayudrishti

Top 13 Rising Star Innovation ICT Award 2025

This category, often featuring projects from college students and young developers, showcases the raw, pioneering ideas that are set to disrupt the market.

AgroConnect

Ajira

Federated Learning in Healthcare for Generalized Models

Kanoon AI

MIND BRIDGE

Mind Guard

P-SETU

Phulbari

PlayCount Royalty

Scaling Smarter

Spinovate

TapToLink

Vox Vision

Top 13 Social Innovation ICT Award 2025

Highlighting the powerful role of technology in solving social and national challenges, these innovations demonstrate a positive impact on society and governance.

Chhauko Jalan

Code for Charity

DASTAA

Hamro Health Schools

HWC-Nepal

Kataho Digital Address

IDMS

Newa ASR

Rahat

Saalik

Shasaan

Super Krishak

Vayudrishti

What’s Next for the ICT Award Semifinalists?

The journey to the Grand Finale, organized by Living with ICT, is intensive. Semifinalists will be thrust into a series of high-profile events, including the Startup and Idea Fest, dedicated mentoring, and televised pitching sessions. These activities are designed not just to select winners but to foster growth and visibility for the next wave of tech leaders. Their stories will be featured in five special television episodes, providing invaluable public exposure.

Recognizing Excellence Across the Spectrum

While Category A (Startup, Product, and Innovation) moves into the next phase, nominations remain open for Category B (Individual Awards) and the evaluation continues for Category C (Institutional Awards). The ICT Award also continues its international recognition with the South Asia Startup and Province Startup Recognition nominations in their final phase.

The ICT Award 2025 selection committee features 14 Nepali and 4 international jury members, guided by a 15-member advisory committee, ensuring a fair, rigorous, and globally informed selection process.

For more: ICT Award 2025 Top Startups

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