Today’s Petrol and Diesel Prices 16 August 2025
August 16, 2025, No Change in Petrol Price. That is how the notification from the Government of Pakistan on Fuel Price adjustment reads. The price of petrol will continue to be sold at Rs 264.61 per liter. However, High-Speed Diesel has decreased by Rs 12.84 and will now be offered for sale at Rs 272.99 per liter. Massive decreases in Kerosene Oil and Light Diesel Oil also translate into some benefits for consumers amidst changing global oil rates.
Know more about: 2017 Petrol Price in Pakistan
16 اگست 2025، پیٹرول کی قیمت میں کوئی تبدیلی نہیں۔ حکومت پاکستان کی جانب سے فیول پرائس ایڈجسٹمنٹ کا نوٹیفکیشن اس طرح پڑھتا ہے۔ پیٹرول کی قیمت 264 روپے 61 پیسے فی لیٹر پر فروخت ہوتی رہے گی۔ تاہم، ہائی اسپیڈ ڈیزل کی قیمت میں 12.84 روپے کی کمی ہوئی ہے اور اب اسے 272.99 روپے فی لیٹر میں فروخت کے لیے پیش کیا جائے گا۔ مٹی کے تیل اور لائٹ ڈیزل آئل میں بڑے پیمانے پر کمی بھی تیل کی عالمی قیمتوں میں تبدیلی کے درمیان صارفین کے لیے کچھ فوائد کا ترجمہ کرتی ہے۔
Today’s Patrol and Diesel Prices 16 August 2025
| Fuel Type | Price (PKR per litre) | Change from the Previous Fortnight |
| Petrol | 264.61 | No change |
| High-Speed Diesel | 272.99 | ↓ Rs 12.84 |
| Kerosene Oil | 178.27 | ↓ Rs 7.19 |
| Light Diesel Oil | 162.37 | ↓ Rs 8.20 |
Factors Affecting the Prices of Patrol and Diesel
- International Crude Oil Prices: Global oil prices are crucial for Pakistan’s fuel prices, as the country is a net oil importer. Geopolitical issues, OPEC production cuts, and rising demand can increase import costs. Falling global prices can lead to lower domestic prices.
- Exchange Rate (PKR vs USD): Fuel imports are paid in US dollars, making the exchange rate between the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) and the US Dollar (USD) important. A weaker rupee increases local currency costs for oil, raising fuel prices even if international prices remain stable.
- Government Taxes and Levies: Fuel prices often exclude taxes such as the Petroleum Development Levy (PDL) and General Sales Tax (GST). The government can adjust these taxes to raise revenue or fulfill international commitments. Reducing taxes can help consumers during inflation.
- Refinery and Import Costs: After importation, crude oil must be refined and incurs additional costs such as margins, processing fees, and import charges. Increases in any of these costs, like freight charges due to shipping issues, result in higher domestic prices.
Today City-wise Petrol & Diesel Prices
| City | Petrol | High-Speed Diesel | Kerosene Oil |
| Karachi | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Lahore | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Islamabad | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Peshawar | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Quetta | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Multan | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Faisalabad | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Hyderabad | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
| Sialkot | 264.61 | 272.99 | 178.27 |
Patrol and Diesel Previous Prices
| Effective Date | Petrol | Change | HSD | Change |
| 16 Aug 2025 | 264.61 | No Change | 272.99 | ↓ 12.84 |
| 01 Aug 2025 | 264.61 | ↓ 7.54 | 285.83 | ↑ 1.48 |
| 15 Jul 2025 | 272.15 | ↑ 5.36 | 284.35 | ↑ 2.05 |
| 01 Jul 2025 | 266.79 | ↑ 8.36 | 282.30 | ↑ 3.50 |
| 15 Jun 2025 | 258.43 | No Change | 278.80 | No Change |
Conclusion
Petrol͏ and diesel prices in Pakistan depend on multiple global and local factors, including international rates of oil plus currency fluctuations and government taxation policies. While presenting the current prices as of August 16, 2025, bringing some relief in the form of reductions in diesel and kerosene, the unaltered rate for petrol gives a testament to the volatility that still exists within the energy market. These trends have to be keenly followed by consumers, businesses, and policymakers since fuel price has direct effects on inflation, plus transportation costs, among numerous others.
پاکستان میں پیٹرول اور ڈیزل کی قیمتیں متعدد عالمی اور مقامی عوامل پر منحصر ہیں، بشمول تیل کی بین الاقوامی قیمتوں کے علاوہ کرنسی کے اتار چڑھاؤ اور حکومتی ٹیکس کی پالیسیاں۔ 16 اگست 2025 تک موجودہ قیمتوں کو پیش کرتے ہوئے، ڈیزل اور مٹی کے تیل میں کمی کی صورت میں کچھ راحت لاتے ہوئے، پیٹرول کی غیر تبدیل شدہ شرح اس اتار چڑھاؤ کا ثبوت دیتی ہے جو توانائی کی مارکیٹ میں اب بھی موجود ہے۔ صارفین، کاروباری اداروں اور پالیسی سازوں کو ان رجحانات کی سختی سے پیروی کرنی ہوگی کیونکہ ایندھن کی قیمت کا براہ راست اثر افراط زر، نیز نقل و حمل کی لاگت پر ہوتا ہے، اور متعدد دیگر کے درمیان۔
FAQ’s
What’s the petrol price in Pakistan today?
The Patrol price has changed to 264.61 per litre as of August 16.
What is today’s diesel price in Pakistan?
Today’s Diesel (HSD) price is 272.99 per litre, after a reduction of 12.84.
What Factors affected the petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan?
International crude oil prices, exchange rate, taxes and levies, and global political and economic conditions that influence the prices of petrol and diesel.
Where can I check the latest petrol prices in Pakistan?
You can check them at the OGRA website, government notifications, or authentic news portals.