Islamabad, September 30, 2025 – The government of Pakistan has raised the prices of petrol and diesel for the next fortnight, effective October 1, 2025.
According to a notification from the Finance Division, the revision follows recommendations from the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) and consultations with relevant ministries.
The new rates show petrol up by Rs4.07 per litre, pushing the price to Rs268.68 compared to the previous Rs264.61. Meanwhile, the price of high-speed diesel has been raised by Rs4.04 per litre, bringing it to Rs276.18 from Rs272.77. The notification noted that global oil price trends and exchange rate fluctuations were factored into the new calculations.
In the last fortnight, the government kept petrol prices unchanged, while diesel had already witnessed a Rs2.78 increase. The latest revision is expected to hit consumers hard, particularly lower and middle-income groups that rely heavily on petrol for motorbikes, cars, and rickshaws. For many families, commuting costs are set to rise further.
The situation is even more critical with diesel, which fuels a large portion of the country’s transport and agricultural sectors. From buses and trucks to tractors and tube wells, its higher cost is likely to push inflationary pressures upward. Analysts warn that a hike in diesel prices inevitably leads to rising costs of essential goods, including vegetables and food staples, due to higher transportation expenses.
The adjustments will remain in place until October 15, 2025, when the government announces the next review.