Petrol
Rs. 409.78 / litre
$1.32 per litre
Petrol Price in Pakistan Today — PSO Fuel Rates PKR per Litre
Pakistan petrol reference on the PSO official fuel page lists Premier Euro 5 at Rs. 409.78/litre and Hi-Cetane Diesel Euro 5 at Rs. 409.58/litre, effective May 13, 2026. PSO also lists LDO at Rs. 273.92/litre, SKO at Rs. 311.73/litre, and Octane Euro 5 at Rs. 445.00/litre. PSO notes that final outlet prices include applicable freight from shipping point to retail station.
Diesel
Rs. 409.58 / litre
$1.39 per litre
Live Update
every 15 days
Source cycle: PSO official fuel prices + policy notifications
Fuel Product Prices
Quick reference for barrel, petrol, diesel, kerosene oil, and LPG Prices.
Crude Oil Barrel
$107.17 / barrel
Global benchmark
Petrol
Rs. 409.78 / litre
$1.32 per litre
Diesel
Rs. 409.58 / litre
$1.39 per litre
Kerosene Oil
Rs. 311.73 / litre
PSO listed SKO rate (May 13, 2026)
LPG
Rs. 303.81 / kg
PSO/OGRA benchmark reference
Fuel Update Cycle
every 15 days
PSO official fuel prices + policy notifications
Brent Crude Context
Brent crude is currently $107.17 per barrel ($0.67 per litre reference), updated .
Pakistan vs Brent
Premium: $0.65/L
Local taxes, subsidy policy, and distribution costs drive this spread.
Weekly move
+0.91%
Last 7 days: $1.31 → $1.32
30-Day Fuel Snapshot
Quick movement table for Pakistan based on the latest benchmark cycle.
| Window | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) |
|---|---|---|
| 30d ago | $1.26 | $1.34 |
| 21d ago | $1.28 | $1.36 |
| 14d ago | $1.30 | $1.37 |
| 7d ago | $1.31 | $1.38 |
| Today | $1.32 | $1.39 |
Pakistan Fuel Review & Pricing Breakdown
Latest PSO listed Euro 5 product rates effective date: May 13, 2026. Final retail prices vary by applicable freight from shipping point to outlet.
| Fuel | Current rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Euro 5 (Petrol) | Rs. 409.78 / litre | PSO listed rate effective May 13, 2026 |
| Hi-Cetane Diesel Euro 5 | Rs. 409.58 / litre | PSO listed rate effective May 13, 2026 |
| Octane Euro 5 (Hi-Octane) | Rs. 445.00 / litre | PSO listed city rate set |
| Kerosene Oil (SKO) | Rs. 311.73 / litre | PSO listed rate effective May 13, 2026 |
| Light Diesel Oil (LDO) | Rs. 273.92 / litre | PSO listed rate effective May 13, 2026 |
| LPG | Rs. 303.81 / kg | PSO/OGRA benchmark reference |
| Component | Petrol (MS-92) | Diesel (HSD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-refinery / import parity | Variable (official price sheet) | Variable (official price sheet) |
| Petroleum levy | Up to Rs. 78/L | Up to Rs. 78/L |
| Sales tax | Rs. 0 (exempt) | Rs. 0 (exempt) |
| Dealer margin | Approx. Rs. 8.4/L | Approx. Rs. 8.4/L |
| Freight/distribution | Location dependent | Location dependent |
| PSO listed rate (May 13, 2026) | Rs. 409.78/L | Rs. 409.58/L |
| City | Petrol / L | Diesel / L | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karachi | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Lahore | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Islamabad | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Rawalpindi | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Peshawar | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Quetta | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Multan | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
| Faisalabad | Rs. 409.78+ | Rs. 409.58+ | PSO base listed rate, freight applies |
Reference source: https://psopk.com/en/fuels/fuel-prices (PSO official fuel prices page) including the effective May 13, 2026 product table and PSO freight disclaimer.
Pakistan Fuel Price History
Quick long-range reference table for major policy cycles and petrol/diesel shifts across recent years.
| Date | Petrol (PKR/L) | Diesel (PKR/L) | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | Rs. 409.78 | Rs. 409.58 | PSO Euro 5 listed rates |
| Apr 04, 2026 | Rs. 378.41 | Rs. 520.35 | Govt notification snapshot |
| Apr 03, 2026 | Rs. 458.41 | Rs. 520.35 | Emergency increase from Mar cycle |
| Mar 28, 2026 | Rs. 321.17 | Rs. 335.86 | No change vs Mar 14 cycle |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Rs. 321.17 | Rs. 335.86 | No change vs Mar 07 cycle |
| Jan 2025 | Rs. 255.63 | Rs. 262.13 | Reference level |
| Jan 2024 | Rs. 281.88 | Rs. 288.32 | — |
| Jan 2023 | Rs. 272.95 | Rs. 280.10 | — |
| Jan 2022 | Rs. 149.86 | Rs. 144.15 | — |
Monthly Fuel Cost Calculator
Estimate monthly travel cost from daily distance, efficiency, and latest reference fuel price.
Estimated monthly cost
Rs. 51,222.5
125 litres × Rs. 409.78 per litre
CNG Reference in Pakistan
Average CNG benchmark
Rs. 230.00 / kg
Provincial station variation applies by supply zone.
CNG vs Petrol (cost view)
Usually 25% to 40% cheaper per km
Depends on engine tuning and city queue/wait time.
Primary usage
Ride-hailing, rickshaw, private commuter fleets
Most active in Punjab and KPK urban belts.
Impact on Daily Life
- Transport fares usually adjust within days after large petrol and diesel revisions.
- Truck freight cost affects food baskets, especially imported and inter-city supply items.
- Ride-hailing and rickshaw operators pass through fuel pressure into per-trip pricing.
- Household monthly budget stress increases when fuel and utility costs rise together.
Nearby Country Comparison
Compare Pakistan with nearby markets to see tax, subsidy, and policy-driven price differences.
| Country | Petrol (USD/L) | Diesel (USD/L) | Open page |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | $1.08 | $0.97 | India Petrol Prices |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | $0.98 | $0.82 | Bangladesh Petrol Prices |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | $0.28 | $0.31 | Saudi Arabia Petrol Prices |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | $0.89 | $1.28 | United Arab Emirates Petrol Prices |
Why fuel prices change in Pakistan
Petrol prices in Pakistan are tied to international crude and product benchmarks because the country imports most of its petroleum demand. Any jump in Brent crude or refinery product quotes quickly raises local import parity cost.
The USD/PKR exchange rate is the second major driver. Even if global oil is flat, rupee weakness makes imports expensive in PKR. Petroleum levy, currently a major fixed tax component, is then added on top before the final retail price is notified.
OGRA revisions happen every 15 days. In high-volatility periods, a single cycle can produce sharp changes, which then ripple across freight, transport, food, and utility costs nationwide.
FAQs
What is the petrol price in Pakistan today?
Based on the PSO official fuel prices page, Premier Euro 5 petrol is listed at Rs. 409.78 per litre effective May 13, 2026. Final retail selling price can vary by freight from shipping point to outlet.
How often are Pakistan fuel prices revised?
Pakistan typically follows a 15-day review cycle (around the 1st and 16th), but extraordinary revisions can happen outside the standard window during high volatility. PSO page updates reflect the currently posted product sheet and effective date.
What is the diesel price in Pakistan today?
PSO lists Hi-Cetane Diesel Euro 5 at Rs. 409.58 per litre effective May 13, 2026. Light Diesel Oil (LDO) is listed at Rs. 273.92 per litre on the same PSO page.
What is Hi-Octane petrol price in Pakistan today?
PSO's Octane Euro 5 listing is Rs. 445.00 per litre in the posted city table section on the PSO page.
Why did petrol price increase so much in April 2026?
April 2026 had multiple revisions and parallel product listings (government notifications and OMC posted rates). International product prices, exchange rate pressure, and policy adjustments drove the volatility.
What is the LPG price in Pakistan today?
Current benchmark LPG price is around Rs. 303.81 per kg (about Rs. 3584.96 for an 11.8kg domestic cylinder).
How does Pakistan set petrol prices — formula explained?
Pakistan uses a cost-plus formula: import parity price + refinery/freight + petroleum levy + dealer margin, then federal approval. Sales tax is currently zero on petroleum products.
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