Petrol Fuel Prices in Pakistan Today

Types of Fuel in Pakistan

The specific type of fuel is used in the engines according to their design. The refined petroleum products in Pakistan are listed below:

• Petrol (Super and Hi-Octane)
• Diesel (High Speed and Low Speed)
• Kerosene
• Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG)
• Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)

High speed Diesel and petrol are the major petroleum products in Pakistan because they are used in a huge quantity. So, government earns a huge amount of revenue by these two petroleum products.

Petroleum Quality In Pakistan

Pakistan had been receiving a low quality petrol as compared to other countries in past. From 2016, Pakistan started importing high quality petrol with a higher Research Octane Number RON, 92. Now, the oil companies are refining RON or 97petrol.

Hi-Octane Prices in Pakistan

The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority OGRA is unable to stabilize the Hi-Octane prices in Pakistan. Therefore, the price of Hi-Octant in Pakistan is different on petrol pumps across the country.

Euro Fuel Emission Standards In Pakistan

Euro V Emission Standards has been officially implemented in Pakistan. These standards are better for the improvement of engine performance of vehicles. By this the pollution is also reduced and will provide a safe and green environment in future.

In 2012, Pakistan was using Euro II Emission Standards when it was expired already. Now, Pakistan has jumped to Euro V Standard in 2020 and skipped Euro III and Euro IV. Other countries were already using the Euro V Standard since 2009. And now, Euro VI Emission Standard is implemented since 2014 and by 2025 expected to implement Euro VII Standard.

De-Stabilization of Petrol Prices In Pakistan

Petrol Prices in Pakistan have been unstable since the COVID-19 crises arose across the globe. The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority OGRA is responsible for the stabilization of Petrol Prices in Pakistan. For a couple of months, OGRA is regularly revising the prices of petrol in Pakistan after every 15 days. The petrol prices in various regions are different for others.

The global transformation of oil and gas directly affects the prices of petroleum products in Pakistan. However, there are also many local factors which are involved in the destabilization of petrol prices in Pakistan. Petroleum Resources, Economic Situations and Instable Political Setup are the major local factor among them. Resultantly, petrol prices go to frequent ups and downs.

Highest Petrol Prices In Pakistan

Pakistan saw a highest petrol price in November 2021 when the petrol price was all time high at Rs 145.82. Stay tuned with Gari.PK for latest updates on Petroleum Prices in Pakistan.

Petrol Prices FAQs

What is the petrol price in Pakistan today?

Currently, the price of 1 litre Petrol in Pakistan is 258.43 Rs.

What is the highest recorded petrol price in Pakistan?

The highest ever recorded petrol price in Pakistan is 331.38 Rs/Ltr which is recorded in 15 Sep 2023.

Which is the petrol price implementing body in Pakistan?

Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority OGRA is the petrol price implementing body in Pakistan. OGRA has recommenced to federal government to revise the petrol prices in Pakistan twice a month i.e. after 15 days (1st day of month and 15th day of month).

What RON petrol is refined in Pakistan?

Currently, Research Octane Number RON from 95 to 97 is refined in Pakistan.

Which type of petrol is best for cars?

Cars installed with bigger engine recommended to use Hi-Octane petrol. The RON 95+ is the best petrol for cars having smaller engines.

Which petrol is best for bikes?

The best petrol for 70cc and 125cc bikes is RON87+. However, the Hi-Octane petrol for bikes with high engines is recommended.

How do petrol prices in Pakistan compare to other countries?

Petrol prices in Pakistan are different in comparison to other countries based on factors such as taxes, subsidies, transportation costs, and domestic energy policies. Details international petrol prices can be checked below.