Latest Silver Rate in Pakistan Today
The silver rate in Pakistan today, Tuesday 18 August 2026, is standing at Rs. 7,052 per tola. These prices reflect daily market updates directly from local Sarafa markets. For smaller purchases, the price of Chandi is Rs. 6,046 for 10 grams and Rs. 604.6 for 1 gram. The market price for 1 kilogram of silver is Rs. 604,600.
Silver Prices by Weight
| Unit | Market Price |
|---|---|
| 1 Tola | Rs. 7,052 |
| 10 Grams | Rs. 6,046 |
| 1 Gram | Rs. 604.6 |
| 1 Kilogram | Rs. 604,600 |
| 52.5 Tolas (Nisab) | Rs. 370,230 |
Silver Rates in Major Cities
| City | Per Tola | 10 Grams |
|---|---|---|
| Karachi | Rs. 7,052 | Rs. 6,046 |
| Hyderabad | Rs. 7,052 | Rs. 6,046 |
| Lahore | Rs. 7,052 | Rs. 6,046 |
| Multan | Rs. 7,052 | Rs. 6,046 |
| Islamabad | Rs. 7,052 | Rs. 6,046 |
Why Do Silver Prices Change?
The price of silver in Pakistan fluctuates based on two key factors: global market shifts on the international spot market and the USD/PKR exchange rate. Local Sarafa associations across major cities like Karachi and Lahore update daily price sheets in sync with these movements.
Silver remains an affordable alternative to gold for wealth accumulation. Furthermore, growing industrial demand in clean energy, electronics, and solar technology helps maintain steady market valuation over time.
Silver Price Trend (Last 10 Days)
| Date | Per Tola | PKR Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 26 | Rs. 7,052 | +1,008 | +14.29% |
| Aug 17, 26 | Rs. 6,044 | +38 | +0.63% |
| Aug 16, 26 | Rs. 6,006 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Aug 15, 26 | Rs. 6,006 | +100 | +1.69% |
| Aug 14, 26 | Rs. 5,906 | -50 | -0.84% |
| Aug 13, 26 | Rs. 5,956 | +50 | +0.85% |
| Aug 12, 26 | Rs. 5,906 | +100 | +1.72% |
| Aug 11, 26 | Rs. 5,806 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Aug 10, 26 | Rs. 5,806 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Aug 09, 26 | Rs. 5,806 | -50 | -0.85% |
Silver Nisab for Zakat
To evaluate whether Zakat applies to your net assets using the Silver Nisab criterion, verify if your eligible wealth meets or exceeds the market value of 52.5 tolas of pure silver. With today’s silver price at Rs. 7,052 per tola, the Nisab threshold is calculated at Rs. 370,230 (52.5 × 7,052). If your total liquid savings, gold, silver, or trade stock stay above this amount for one full Islamic year, Zakat payment is obligatory.
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