PSO Petrol Price in Pakistan Today| Live Updates, History & Forecast 2026
Pakistan's economy heavily relies on fuels, used in transportation and agriculture. As of September 08, 2026, the PSO petrol price is Rs. 358.77 per litre which applies uniformly across the country. The latest rate is based on the government’s daily petroleum pricing mechanism, with OGRA revising ex-depot prices according to international oil prices, exchange-rate movements, and other cost factors..
Petrol prices can change frequently due to fluctuations in global crude oil prices, the USD-PKR exchange rate, taxes, and government pricing policies. Checking the latest PSO petrol price helps motorists keep track of their daily fuel expenses.
Current Fuel Rates
- Petrol PKR 358.77 /Litre
- High Speed Diesel PKR 381.77 /Litre
- High Octane PKR 370.00 /Litre
- Light Diesel PKR 267.06 /Litre
- Kerosene Oil PKR 307.00 /Litre
PSO Petrol, Diesel & High Octane Prices Today
Here's a closer look at how the main fuel grades compare against the previous notification.
| Fuel Product | Current Price | Previous Price | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol Premier Euro 5 | Rs. 358.77/L | Rs. 345.87L | Rs+12.90 |
| High-Speed Diesel HSD | Rs.381.77/L | Rs. 378.05/L | Rs. +3.72 |
| High Octane Octane Euro 5 | Rs. 370.00/L | — | — |
Petrol is what most private cars, motorbikes, and rickshaws run on, and it's the rate most Pakistanis track closely since it directly affects daily commuting costs.
PSO diesel price today — High-Speed Diesel — sits noticeably above petrol at Rs. 381.77/litre. HSD matters more to the broader economy than petrol does, because it powers the trucking network that moves nearly every good sold in the country. A diesel hike doesn't just cost transporters; it tends to ripple into food and goods prices within days.
PSO high octane price, PSO's premium performance fuel, is priced at Rs. 370.00/litre. It's aimed at higher-compression engines and imported or performance vehicles that benefit from a higher octane rating than regular petrol provides.
PSO super petrol price — a term some drivers still use interchangeably with high octane — refers to the same Octane Euro 5 product; PSO doesn't sell a separate "super" grade.
Euro 5 standard fuel, which includes both PSO's Premier petrol and its Hi-Cetane diesel, is now the norm at PSO stations, offering lower sulphur content than the older Euro 2 fuel that was phased out.
PSO Petrol Price History in Pakistan
Petrol prices in Pakistan have followed a long, mostly upward climb, punctuated by sharp spikes and occasional relief. In 2006, a litre of petrol cost around Rs. 55. By the early 2020s that had roughly doubled again, and the years since have seen the steepest increases in the country's history.
Petrol prices moved gradually, generally staying in the Rs. 75–95 range through most of the decade.
A period of rapid increases driven by global crude prices recovering post-pandemic, combined with a weakening rupee and reduced government subsidies tied to IMF program conditions.
Widely regarded as the most painful year for Pakistani consumers at the pump, with petrol crossing into the low Rs. 300s at its peak — a level that had been unthinkable just a couple of years earlier.
A period of relief as global crude softened and the rupee stabilised, bringing petrol down meaningfully from the 2023 highs.
Renewed volatility, with prices swinging in response to fresh geopolitical tension in the Middle East (including disruptions tied to the Strait of Hormuz), rupee movements, and periodic changes to the Petroleum Development Levy.
The steepest single hikes have consistently tracked two things: a sudden jump in Brent crude prices, and sharp rupee depreciation against the US dollar. Increases in the Petroleum Development Levy, announced separately from the market-driven portion of the price, have also driven some of the larger jumps, particularly when the government has needed to meet IMF revenue targets.
The biggest relief has typically come when international crude prices fall while the rupee holds steady or strengthens — this lets OGRA pass on a larger cut than usual in a single fortnightly review, as happened during parts of late 2024 and again briefly in 2026 when regional tensions eased.
Fuel Price Trends
Why Do PSO Petrol Prices Change?
Fuel pricing in Pakistan isn't arbitrary — it follows a formula built around four main inputs.
Pakistan imports the vast majority of its crude oil and refined products, so the international Brent Crude benchmark directly shapes the local price build-up. When OPEC production decisions tighten global supply, prices rise; when OPEC+ increases output or global demand softens, Pakistan usually sees some relief within a fortnight or two.
Oil is traded in US dollars. Since imports are paid for in dollars but sold to consumers in rupees, the USD/PKR exchange rate has an outsized effect on the final price. A weaker rupee raises the cost of every imported barrel even if crude prices stay completely flat internationally — which is why currency depreciation has been one of the biggest drivers of Pakistan's fuel inflation over the past several years.
A meaningful chunk of the price at the pump isn't the cost of the fuel itself, but government charges:
OGRA calculates the price build-up using the import parity price (or ex-refinery price for locally produced fuel), adds inland freight equalisation margin (IFEM), OMC and dealer margins, the Petroleum Development Levy, and any applicable duties. The resulting figure becomes the notified retail price that PSO and every other OMC must charge. This is the basis for most petrol price calculations you'll find online, and it's essentially what people mean by the OGRA fuel pricing formula.
Price History
| Date | Petrol | Diesel (HSD) | High Octane | Light Diesel | Kerosene |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 September 2026 | Rs 358.77 | Rs 381.77 | Rs 370.00 | Rs 267.06 | Rs 307.00 |
| 05 September 2026 | Rs 345.87 | Rs 378.05 | Rs 370.00 | Rs 252.03 | Rs 286.44 |
| 04 September 2026 | Rs 349.00 | Rs 374.31 | Rs 370.00 | Rs 252.03 | Rs 286.44 |
| 03 September 2026 | Rs 346.16 | Rs 372.03 | Rs 370.00 | Rs 252.03 | Rs 286.44 |
| 02 September 2026 | Rs 343.87 | Rs 370.91 | Rs 365.00 | Rs 252.03 | Rs 286.44 |
| 01 September 2026 | Rs 342.79 | Rs 370.41 | Rs 365.00 | Rs 252.03 | Rs 286.44 |
| 29 August 2026 | Rs 342.02 | Rs 371.44 | Rs 365.00 | Rs 269.69 | Rs 303.50 |
| 28 August 2026 | Rs 342.60 | Rs 371.61 | Rs 365.00 | Rs 269.69 | Rs 303.50 |
| 26 August 2026 | Rs 343.10 | Rs 371.80 | Rs 365.00 | Rs 269.69 | Rs 303.50 |
| 25 August 2026 | Rs 341.98 | Rs 370.69 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 261.81 | Rs 300.85 |
| 22 August 2026 | Rs 341.59 | Rs 368.29 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 261.81 | Rs 300.85 |
| 22 August 2026 | Rs 341.59 | Rs 368.29 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 261.81 | Rs 300.85 |
| 21 August 2026 | Rs 337.78 | Rs 364.70 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 261.81 | Rs 300.85 |
| 20 August 2026 | Rs 337.51 | Rs 363.06 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 256.70 | Rs 296.63 |
| 19 August 2026 | Rs 334.54 | Rs 395.69 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 256.70 | Rs 296.63 |
| 18 August 2026 | Rs 331.20 | Rs 390.42 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 249.03 | Rs 289.75 |
| 14 August 2026 | Rs 325.43 | Rs 383.95 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 249.03 | Rs 289.75 |
| 13 August 2026 | Rs 324.98 | Rs 382.79 | Rs 355.00 | Rs 247.82 | Rs 289.87 |
| 11 August 2026 | Rs 325.92 | Rs 382.25 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.34 | Rs 301.64 |
| 07 August 2026 | Rs 327.62 | Rs 380.86 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.34 | Rs 301.64 |
| 07 August 2026 | Rs 329.82 | Rs 382.36 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.34 | Rs 301.64 |
| 06 August 2026 | Rs 333.01 | Rs 383.86 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.34 | Rs 301.64 |
| 05 August 2026 | Rs 328.56 | Rs 385.86 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.34 | Rs 301.64 |
| 04 August 2026 | Rs 331.95 | Rs 389.93 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 258.84 | Rs 305.22 |
| 01 August 2026 | Rs 336.03 | Rs 392.38 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 259.72 | Rs 306.44 |
| 31 July 2026 | Rs 336.15 | Rs 393.04 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 25.71 | Rs 304.67 |
| 30 July 2026 | Rs 335.06 | Rs 390.62 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 256.04 | Rs 303.63 |
| 29 July 2026 | Rs 335.81 | Rs 388.38 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 255.16 | Rs 303.10 |
| 27 July 2026 | Rs 334.18 | Rs 386.83 | Rs 445.00 | Rs 199.98 | Rs 233.71 |
| 25 July 2026 | Rs 335.18 | Rs 383.46 | Rs 445.00 | Rs 199.98 | Rs 233.71 |
| 24 July 2026 | Rs 331.52 | Rs 378.66 | Rs 445.00 | Rs 199.98 | Rs 233.71 |
| 23 July 2026 | Rs 327.12 | Rs 375.04 | Rs 350.00 | Rs 199.98 | Rs 233.71 |
PSO Petrol vs Shell vs Total Parco
Because petrol prices are government-notified rather than set independently, the base rate is identical across every major OMC in Pakistan — as tracked live on Ograprices.com.
| Fuel Company | Petrol Price | Diesel Price | High Octane |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSO | Rs. 358.77/L | Rs. 381.77/L | Rs. 370.00/L |
| Shell | Rs. 358.77/L | Rs. 381.77/L | Varies by product line |
| Total PARCO | Rs. 358.77/L | Rs. 381.77/L | Varies by product line |
Regular petrol and HSD prices are uniform across all OMCs since they follow the same OGRA notification. High-octane and premium fuel pricing can differ slightly between companies since these are not always government-regulated in the same way, and each OMC markets its own branded formulation.
Since the base fuel specification (Euro 5, in most modern outlets) is regulated, there isn't a meaningful quality gap between PSO and Shell for regular petrol at the pump. The more relevant differences are consistency of supply, additive packages in premium grades, and how well a station chain maintains its underground storage and pump calibration — all of which vary more by individual outlet than by brand.
PSO remains the most widely used fuel brand in Pakistan for practical reasons:
- Largest fuel networkPSO has more retail outlets than any competitor, making it the easiest option to find, especially outside major cities.
- Nationwide availabilityFrom Gwadar to Gilgit, PSO stations are present in areas where other brands have limited or no presence, which matters a lot during long-distance travel.
Petrol Price Forecast in Pakistan
Predicting the exact next revision is genuinely difficult, since it depends on variables that shift daily. That said, a few broad trends are worth watching.
- Escalating conflict affecting Middle Eastern oil supply routes
- Renewed rupee depreciation against the US dollar
- A government decision to raise the Petroleum Development Levy to meet revenue targets
- OPEC+ increasing output to cool global prices
- A stronger, more stable rupee
- Easing geopolitical tensions in oil-producing regions
Tips to Save Fuel Costs Despite Rising Petrol Prices
Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance, which forces your engine to work harder and burn more fuel. Check pressure monthly, especially before long trips.
Hard acceleration and sudden braking can increase fuel consumption noticeably compared to smooth, steady driving. Anticipating traffic ahead and easing off the accelerator early both help.
Unnecessary items in the trunk add weight your engine has to move with every acceleration. Clear out anything you don't regularly need.
Sticking to a reputable brand and, where appropriate, a higher-octane fuel for high-compression engines helps maintain cleaner combustion and consistent performance over time.
A clean air filter, properly gapped spark plugs, and fresh engine oil all keep combustion efficient. Deferred maintenance is one of the most common — and most avoidable — causes of poor fuel economy.
Conclusion
As of September 08, 2026, petrol prices in Pakistan are as follows: PSO petrol is Rs. 358.77 per litre, HSD is Rs. 381.77 per litre, and high octane is Rs. 370.00 per litre. These rates, set by OGRA and the Finance Division, apply uniformly across all OMCs.
Fuel prices are influenced by international crude prices, the exchange rate, government levies, and OGRA's pricing formula, leading to frequent changes. It's advisable to check for daily updates for the most accurate fuel costs.