Islamabad, January 9, 2026 – Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has launched the Artificial Intelligence 101 module at the Civil Services Academy, marking a significant step in equipping future civil servants with essential digital skills amid Pakistan’s push for technological advancement.
Hands-On Training for Probationary Officers
The inauguration addressed a special CSS batch comprising 52 probationary officers from Balochistan, 46 from Sindh, and 10 additional officers from Sindh. A two-day intensive AI training program was conducted for over 150 officers, covering fundamentals of AI, prompt engineering, applications in administration and research, productivity tools, and ethical considerations in government use.
Additionally, a Training of Trainers initiative prepared 30 faculty members from various civil service institutions as master trainers to sustain the program. The AI module has now been formally integrated into the CSA curriculum, ensuring structured education for every incoming batch.
Alignment with National Digital Vision
Minister Khawaja highlighted the module as a direct outcome of the National Artificial Intelligence Policy’s focus on building government capacity. She briefed officers on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s Digital Nation Vision and the Digital Nation Pakistan Act, emphasizing its role in digital transformation across economy, society, and governance.
Praising the joint initiative by the Ministry of IT & Telecom, Planning Commission, CSA, and atomcamp, she announced plans for advanced AI publications.
The Minister also noted achievements like 100% e-Office adoption in most federal divisions, slashing file processing times, and stressed high-speed internet, cybersecurity, and AI as pillars of Pakistan’s digital future.
She committed to expanding training to mid-career and senior officers while aligning with emerging governance frameworks.