Petrol at PKR 335.18/L: what the latest OGRA prices cost you
What happened
Under Pakistan's new daily pricing mechanism, OGRA has set petrol at PKR 335.18 per litre and high-speed diesel at PKR 383.46 per litre. The government replaced fortnightly reviews with daily revisions in July 2026 amid volatile international oil prices, so pump rates can now move every day. Diesel sitting well above petrol matters because diesel moves freight and public transport — so its price feeds into the cost of almost everything you buy, not just your own tank.
Why it matters
Fuel is a fixed, unavoidable line in most household budgets. A few rupees per litre looks small at the pump but compounds over a month of commuting, and it quietly pushes up grocery and transport prices through diesel-driven logistics.
Who is affected
- Daily commuters running a car or motorcycle
- Ride-hailing and delivery riders whose margins are fuel-sensitive
- Anyone buying goods moved by diesel freight — i.e. everyone
| Petrol | prior day | PKR 335.18/L | |
| High-speed diesel | prior day | PKR 383.46/L |
A typical commute at today's petrol price
If you drive 1,500 km/month in a car averaging 13 km/L
| Item | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Litres burned per month | — | ≈ 115 L |
| Monthly fuel cost at PKR 335.18/L | — | ≈ PKR 38,700 |
| If pump price rose PKR 10/L (illustrative) | PKR 38,700 | ≈ PKR 39,850▲ +PKR 1,150/mo |
Illustrative estimate using real-world mileage, not manufacturer figures. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle, driving style and traffic.
Historical comparison
Where the current price sits versus recent reference points:
Frequently asked questions
What is the current petrol price in Pakistan?
As of the latest OGRA notification, petrol is PKR 335.18 per litre and high-speed diesel is PKR 383.46 per litre. Pakistan moved to a daily pricing mechanism in July 2026, so these rates can change day to day.
How much does fuel cost me per month?
It depends on distance and mileage. As an illustration, driving 1,500 km/month in a car doing 13 km/L burns about 115 litres — roughly PKR 38,700/month at PKR 335.18/L. Use the Fuel Cost Calculator for your own numbers.
Why is diesel more expensive than petrol right now?
Diesel and petrol are priced separately based on international product prices, taxes and levies. When diesel sits above petrol it raises freight and public-transport costs, which flows through to general prices.
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