Islamabad: Google has announced a one-year free Gemini Plus subscription for Pakistani students as the technology giant begins its formal operations in Pakistan.

Google Vice President Wilson L White visited Pakistan for the launch of the company’s local office. Speaking on the occasion, he said Google had been investing in and maintaining its engagement with Pakistan for more than a decade, describing the opening of a local office as an important milestone in the company’s long-term association with the country.

Under the newly announced initiative, eligible students in Pakistan will be able to access Gemini Plus services free of charge for one year. However, Google has not yet released complete details about the registration process, eligibility criteria or the requirements students will have to meet to benefit from the offer.

Based on a similar student-focused offer introduced by Google last year, the new programme may include requirements such as proof of student status or verification through an educational institution. The final terms and conditions will only become clear once Google formally announces the registration procedure.

The monthly Gemini Plus subscription in Pakistan is currently reported to cost around Rs850. At that rate, a one-year subscription would cost approximately Rs10,200. If the free offer remains available for the full year, eligible students could therefore save around Rs10,000 on the annual subscription.

Students have been advised to wait for Google’s official registration process and avoid entering their Google account credentials, university details or other personal information on unofficial websites or suspicious links.