October 20, 2026
Petrol Price in Pakistan Today, 20 October 2026: Petrol Down Rs 5.16
By Tahir Subhani · 20 October 2026 · ✔ Checked against the Petroleum Division notification
Good news for drivers. The petrol price in Pakistan today has been cut by Rs 5.16 per litre, from Rs 386.30 to Rs 381.14. High speed diesel (HSD) is cheaper by Rs 7.69, from Rs 396.96 to Rs 389.27 per litre. The new rates apply from Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
Quick answer: From 20 October 2026, petrol costs Rs 381.14 per litre (down Rs 5.16) and high speed diesel costs Rs 389.27 per litre (down Rs 7.69) in Pakistan.
Why Have Petrol and Diesel Prices Come Down?
The Petroleum Division says the new prices follow changes in the world oil market, including Platts prices (the international price of petrol and diesel), import premiums and other import costs. When these costs go down, the savings are passed on at the pump.
Since 17 July 2026, Pakistan no longer waits 15 days to change fuel prices. OGRA now revises them much more often, using an average of recent world prices and the rupee–dollar rate. This is why prices have moved several times this month instead of just twice. You can read how the system works on our daily petrol price page.
How Prices Moved This Month
This is the biggest single petrol cut in about a month. Most recent cuts were only Rs 1 to Rs 2 a litre.
| Date | Petrol (Rs/litre) | Diesel (Rs/litre) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 October | 398.96 (month’s high) | — |
| 15 October | 393.86 | 396.65 |
| 17–19 October | 386.30 | 396.96 |
| 20 October | 381.14 | 389.27 |
Petrol is now about Rs 17.82 per litre cheaper than its October high of Rs 398.96 on 9 October. See the full trend in our last 15 days’ petrol price report.
How Much Will You Save?
Here is what the cut means for a full tank:
| Vehicle | Fuel | You save |
|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle (10 litres) | Petrol | Rs 51.60 |
| Small car (35 litres) | Petrol | Rs 180.60 |
| Sedan (40 litres) | Petrol | Rs 206.40 |
| Truck or bus (200 litres) | Diesel | Rs 1,538 |
Work out your own monthly fuel cost with our free fuel and petrol calculators.
Why the Diesel Cut Matters More
Diesel runs trucks, buses, tractors and goods transport. A cut of Rs 7.69 a litre lowers the cost of moving food and goods around the country. If transporters pass on the savings, it can help bring down fares and the prices of daily items like vegetables and flour over the coming weeks.
How Much of the Price Is Tax?
Even after the cut, a large part of what you pay goes to the government. Reports say the government collects about Rs 114 per litre on petrol and Rs 100 per litre on diesel in levies and duties. The biggest part is the petroleum levy. Read more about the petroleum levy on petrol and diesel.
Will Petrol Get Cheaper Again?
No one can say for sure. Under the new system, prices follow world oil prices and the rupee–dollar rate closely, so they can move up or down within days. If crude oil prices stay low and the rupee stays stable, more small cuts are possible. Keep checking our petrol and diesel price today page for the latest rate.
💡 In Simple Words
- Petrol is now Rs 381.14 a litre, Rs 5.16 cheaper.
- Diesel is now Rs 389.27 a litre, Rs 7.69 cheaper.
- The cut comes from lower world fuel prices and import costs.
- Prices can change again soon because OGRA now reviews them often.
- Kerosene, light diesel oil and high octane were not part of this announcement. See our high octane price page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the petrol price in Pakistan today, 20 October 2026?
Petrol costs Rs 381.14 per litre from 20 October 2026, after a cut of Rs 5.16.
What is the diesel price in Pakistan today?
High speed diesel costs Rs 389.27 per litre from 20 October 2026, after a cut of Rs 7.69.
Why did the government cut petrol prices?
The Petroleum Division said the cut reflects changes in world prices, including Platts rates, import premiums and other costs.
Is the petrol price the same in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad?
Yes. The government price is the same across Pakistan. Small differences can appear in far-off areas because of transport costs.
How often do petrol prices change in Pakistan now?
Since July 2026, OGRA revises prices much more often instead of every 15 days, based on recent world oil prices and the exchange rate.
Sources
Petroleum Division notification of 19 October 2026 as reported by Radio Pakistan. Also see how we verify fuel prices · report a mistake.