Today's Fuel Rates
Latest Update
Valid From: October 16, 2026
Petrol Rate Today
Rs. 390.23
-Rs. 3.63
ISLAMABAD: The federal government and OGRA have updated petroleum prices effective October 16, 2026. Motor spirit (petrol) has been revised down to Rs 390.23 per litre following a reduction of Rs 3.63 per litre. High-Speed Diesel (HSD) sees a slight increase to Rs 396.96 per litre (+Rs 0.31). Kerosene Oil and Light Diesel Oil (LDO) rates remain steady at Rs 330.14 and Rs 266.41 per litre respectively.
Petrol -3.63
Rs. 390.23
/L
High Speed Diesel +0.31
Rs. 396.96
/L
Kerosene Oil 0.00
Rs. 330.14
/L
Light Diesel 0.00
Rs. 266.41
/L
Quick Price Breakdown
| Fuel Type | New Price | Change | % Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (Premier Euro 5) | 390.23 | -3.63 | -0.92% |
| High-Speed Diesel (HSD) | 396.96 | +0.31 | +0.08% |
| Kerosene Oil (SKO) | 330.14 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Light Diesel Oil (LDO) | 266.41 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
Recent Price History (October 2026)
| Dates | Petrol | Diesel | Kerosene | LDO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16 - Today | 390.23 | 396.96 | 330.14 | 266.41 |
| Oct 15 | 393.86 | 396.65 | 330.14 | 266.41 |
| Oct 14 | 392.66 | 396.82 | 330.14 | 266.41 |
| Oct 09 - Oct 13 | 395.37 | 396.85 | 330.14 | 266.41 |
Rates Across Major Cities
| City Name | Petrol (RS) | Diesel (RS) |
|---|---|---|
| Karachi | 390.23 | 396.96 |
| Lahore | 390.23 | 396.96 |
| Islamabad | 390.23 | 396.96 |
| Peshawar | 390.23 | 396.96 |
| Quetta | 390.23 | 396.96 |
Fuel Price Trend This Week
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the petrol price in Pakistan today?
Petrol currently costs Rs. 390.23 per litre across the country as of October 16, 2026.
Did diesel price go up or down?
Diesel price went up by Rs 0.31 (31 paisas), bringing the rate to Rs. 396.96 per litre.
What are the prices for Light Diesel and Kerosene?
Light Diesel stands at Rs. 266.41 per litre, while Kerosene Oil is Rs. 330.14 per litre.
Why do fuel prices change in Pakistan?
Fuel prices change based on global crude oil prices, USD/PKR exchange rates, and official notifications by OGRA and the Petroleum Division.
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