We represent

ICT sector in Eastern Slovakia

We create an environment where talented people can progress and find jobs with high added value and where companies can grow and develop.

IT of Eastern Slovakia in figures

We collect and provide data to enhance the region’s appeal to investors, helping to stimulate economic growth.

1,066

active ICT entities (2024, Košice)

81,325

number of people working in ICT (Q4 2025, Slovakia)

+ 0.7%

€2,834

average salary of an employee in the ICT sector (Q4 2025, Slovakia)

+ 7.1%

5.6%

unemployment rate (Q4 2025, Slovakia)

+ 0.4 p.p.

€3.2 billion

revenue from goods and services in ICT (Q4 2025, Slovakia)

+ 4.2%

994

university graduates with a focus on ICT in Košice (2025, KE)

+ 3.3%

17.2%

women in Tech (2024, Slovakia)

– 0.2 p.p.

Upcoming events

Check out the selection of events from Košice IT Valley and its members for the upcoming months.

Region of the future – automotive conference

Conference

The FUTURE REGION conference brings a look at the automotive industry as a key sector for Eastern Slovakia. We will discuss the impact of AI, automation and new demands on talent. Join us and discover the opportunities that are shaping the future of the region.

KASV: Final presentations of student projects

Education

We invite you to the final presentations of the projects of the students of the 1st year of the Košice Academy of Software Development (KASV) programme, which will take place on 15 June 2026.

KASV: Diploma Ceremony

The graduation ceremony for the graduates of the Košice Academy of Software Development (KASV) programme will take place on 19 June 2026.

Activities Košice IT Valley

What activities do we have in our portfolio?

Education

Developing entrepreneurship in young people

Košice IT Valley develops entrepreneurship, creativity and technical skills of young people through the Lab IT Creativity 2.0 project. It connects schools, universities and IT companies, offers mentoring, workshops and project work, and prepares students for the real challenges of practice.

Other

Supporting communities

We believe that active and connected communities is what form the foundation of an innovative and sustainable ecosystem. We bring together people who want to grow and share experiences – from UX designers and project managers to women working in IT and entrepreneurship.

Eastern Slovakia

ESG Awards

The ESG Awards is the awarding of Košice IT Valley prizes for companies and individuals who significantly contribute to the sustainable development of the Eastern Slovakia region and demonstrate exceptional results in the field of environmental, social and governance aspects of business.

Become a member of Košice IT Valley

Are you interested in becoming a member of our association? Contact us and we will get back to you!