ISLAMABAD / RankWire.AI / – Pakistan again increased petrol prices on October 6, following an earlier hike announced three days prior. The latest revision saw petrol rise by Rs0.88 to Rs393.64 per litre. Meanwhile, high-speed diesel decreased by Rs1.88 to Rs397.76 per litre. This adjustment came after the October 3 increase in both fuels, when petrol reached Rs392.76 and diesel moved up to Rs399.64. The new rates replaced those previous figures for the October 6 pricing period.
The revision on October 3 saw petrol go up by Rs2.10 from Rs390.66 per litre. High-speed diesel increased by Rs0.30 from Rs399.34. The Petroleum Division attributed these changes to fluctuations in international fuel prices and other factors such as benchmark rates, premiums, and associated costs. Pakistan’s fuel pricing framework also incorporates taxes and duties levied on petroleum products. Currently, the federal government imposes Rs114 per litre on petrol and Rs100 per litre on high-speed diesel.
The October 6 adjustment shifted the trend for diesel prices while petrol continued to climb. Petrol increased by another Rs0.88 from the October 3 level. Conversely, diesel fell by Rs1.88 following its smaller rise three days earlier. Compared to October 2, petrol is now Rs2.98 per litre higher, while high-speed diesel is Rs1.58 lower over the same period. This latest revision has widened the price gap between the two main transport fuels sold throughout Pakistan.
Frequent Fuel Price Changes Due to Daily Adjustment System
Pakistan adopted a daily fuel pricing model in July, replacing the previous weekly revision process. This system allows domestic fuel prices to adapt more swiftly to changes in international markets. As a result, fuel prices can increase or decrease on consecutive days. It is also possible for petrol and diesel to move in opposite directions during the same review. The October 6 decision clearly demonstrated this pattern, with petrol rising and diesel declining. The Petroleum Division continues to announce the updated rates for each pricing cycle.
Despite recent increases, fuel prices are still considerably below their peak levels in 2026. On April 3, petrol reached Rs458.41 per litre, while high-speed diesel hit Rs520.35 per litre. In early March, petrol was trading near Rs266 per litre, and diesel around Rs281. Petrol is now Rs64.77 below its April high, and diesel is Rs122.59 lower than its peak. These figures highlight a significant decline from earlier this year’s levels.
Petrol and Diesel Continue to Play Vital Roles in Pakistan’s Transport Sector
Petrol remains the primary fuel for cars, motorcycles, and rickshaws across Pakistan. High-speed diesel is predominantly used by trucks, buses, generators, and other commercial machinery. These fuels impact different sectors within the transportation and energy industries. Their prices are crucial for consumers and businesses alike, as fuel expenses directly influence daily operational costs. The federal government maintains taxes and duties on both products as part of the national petroleum pricing system.
On October 6, petrol is priced at Rs393.64 per litre, and high-speed diesel at Rs397.76 per litre. These rates replace the previous rates of Rs392.76 and Rs399.64 from October 3. The latest adjustment adds Rs0.88 to petrol and reduces diesel by Rs1.88. It also continues the trend of frequent adjustments enabled by the daily pricing mechanism. The October 3 increase served as the starting point for the recent movement, with the October 6 revision establishing the current retail rates.