Petrol Price in Pakistan Falls to Rs332 for Nov 13
The petrol price in Pakistan will fall to Rs332 a litre from November 13, while high-speed diesel drops to Rs360 a litre, after the federal government cut fuel prices for the second day in a row.
The Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority confirmed the new rates in a press release on Thursday. Petrol falls by Rs3 a litre and diesel by Rs4 a litre. The cut follows the reduction announced for November 12, when petrol dropped to Rs335 and diesel to Rs364.
Petrol price in Pakistan: how daily pricing works
Fuel prices in Pakistan are now reviewed every day. The government moved to a daily pricing mechanism on July 17, 2026, replacing the old weekly review cycle. The change came as renewed tensions between the United States and Iran kept global oil markets volatile and raised concerns over fuel supplies.
Under the daily system, prices can move up or down each morning in line with international rates and the rupee. That means small cuts like this one can follow each other day by day, instead of waiting for a fortnightly announcement.
The latest cut is the second in two days. Petrol has now fallen by Rs6 a litre in 48 hours, while diesel is down Rs11 over the same period.
What lies behind the lower prices
The government has been using a mix of measures to hold fuel prices down. On November 2, it announced that oil refineries would bear a burden of Rs15 billion a month, which would allow petrol to be sold Rs15 cheaper than the price in the global market amid the US-Israeli war on Iran.
At the same time, the government has tried to shield small vehicle owners from fuel costs. On September 13, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a relief scheme offering Rs100 a litre off petrol for motorcycles, three-wheeler rickshaws and cars with engines up to 800cc.
The scheme covers an estimated 11.8 million people. Around 10 million two-wheeler users and 800,000 three-wheeler users can claim relief on 20 litres of fuel a month, worth up to Rs2,000 each. Another one million users of cars up to 800cc can claim relief on 30 litres a month, worth up to Rs3,000 each.
What the cut means for commuters
For most households, the direct saving is modest. A motorbike rider who buys 20 litres a month saves Rs60 from this cut alone. But the saving adds up when cuts repeat, and lower diesel prices feed into transport costs and food prices over time.
Local transport fares in Rawalpindi have already started falling after the recent fuel cuts, ProPakistani reported, with local passenger fares down 12 per cent, intercity fares down 5 per cent and freight rates down 10 per cent. If diesel keeps falling, pressure will grow on transporters elsewhere to pass the saving on to passengers.
The government has also kept a lid on fuel use. On September 17, it reintroduced austerity and fuel conservation measures, with shops and markets closing by 9pm, marriage halls by 10pm and restaurants by 11pm.
Why fuel prices still matter
Fuel is one of the biggest drivers of inflation in Pakistan. When petrol and diesel rise, transport costs climb, and that pushes up the price of food and other goods. When they fall, the relief is slower to reach shoppers, but it still helps.
The picture is mixed. Pakistan turned down expensive LNG cargoes this week after suppliers quoted up to $31 per MMBtu, and gas companies have asked OGRA for higher prices. LPG pricing is also changing hands, with a new company set to take over rate-setting from OGRA.
For now, though, the direction on petrol is down. Foreign exchange reserves have risen for four weeks in a row, which gives the government more room to manage fuel costs without putting fresh pressure on the rupee.
Frequently asked questions
What is the new petrol price in Pakistan?
Petrol costs Rs332 a litre from November 13, 2026, down Rs3 from Rs335 a litre on November 12.
What is the new diesel price?
High-speed diesel costs Rs360 a litre from November 13, down Rs4 from Rs364 a litre.
How often do fuel prices change now?
Fuel prices are reviewed daily under a mechanism introduced on July 17, 2026, which replaced the weekly review cycle.
Who qualifies for the Rs100 a litre petrol relief?
Motorcycle users, three-wheeler rickshaw owners and cars with engines up to 800cc can claim Rs100 a litre off petrol, up to a monthly limit.
