Women Ventures (WV) is Karandaaz’s flagship programme dedicated to supporting the growth of women-led businesses in Pakistan. By bridging the financing gap for women-led SMEs, Women Ventures fosters job creation, enhances competitiveness, and opens pathways for women to thrive as business leaders. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with businesses gaining access to finance, mentorship, and tools to scale and transition into the wider financing ecosystem.
Up to PKR 35 million in concessional growth capital
Flexible financing to help women-led businesses expand operations and build long-term sustainability.
Tailored business development support
Customized business growth planning to guide sustainable expansion
Post investment business advisory
Ongoing mentorship and technical assistance to address challenges, unlock opportunities, and support long-term growth.
Impact
91
Women led SMEs
PKR
922.6 M
Financing Committed
PKR
8.24 B
Incremental revenue supported
PKR
522.7
Portfolio outstanding
1,632
Jobs supported
Numbers as of February 2026
Eligibility Criteria
If you are a businesswoman leading your enterprise for last three years and are looking for growth support from Karandaaz Women Ventures, please send your application on the following link. Please note the eligibility criteria for the program:
- The female entrepreneur is a Pakistani citizen (having an NIC or a NICOP), atleast 51% shareholding in the business, and has leading role in its management.
- The business earned a revenue of PKR 5 million in the last 12 months.
- The business should have an operational history of at least 3 years (less than 3 years would be considered if the business earned a revenue of at least PKR 7.5million in the last 12 months).
- The business must have an NTN.
