National Assembly Seats in Pakistan: The Complete Guide
How many seats are in Pakistan’s National Assembly, how the 336 break down, who holds what in the 16th Assembly, and the roles of the Speaker, MNAs and the Opposition — verified from current sources.
Last updated: 11 October 2026
Quick answer: Pakistan’s National Assembly has 336 seats: 266 general seats filled by direct election, 60 reserved for women and 10 for non-Muslim minorities. A party needs 169 seats for a simple majority. The current 16th National Assembly (elected 8 February 2024) is led by Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, with Shehbaz Sharif as Leader of the House and Mahmood Khan Achakzai as Leader of the Opposition.
The 336 Seats, Explained
The National Assembly is the lower house of Pakistan’s Parliament (Majlis-e-Shoora). Its membership is fixed by the Constitution.
general seats — direct election (FPTP)
reserved seats for women (PR)
reserved for minorities (PR)
seats for a simple majority
seats for a two-thirds majority
term of the Assembly
The 266 general seats are contested in single-member constituencies (NA-1 to NA-266) on a first-past-the-post vote. The 70 reserved seats are distributed to parties by proportional representation, based on their share of general seats won. Full breakdown: how many seats are in the National Assembly.
Current Leadership (2026)
The 16th National Assembly began its session on 29 February 2024 after the 8 February general election.
| Office | Holder | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker | Sardar Ayaz Sadiq (PML-N) | 1 March 2024 |
| Deputy Speaker | Ghulam Mustafa Shah (PPP) | 1 March 2024 |
| Leader of the House (PM) | Shehbaz Sharif (PML-N) | 3 March 2024 |
| Leader of the Opposition | Mahmood Khan Achakzai (PkMAP) | 16 January 2026 |
Role profiles: the Speaker of the National Assembly and the Leader of the Opposition.
Party Position in the 16th Assembly
No party won an outright majority in 2024, so the PML-N governs in coalition. Figures below are approximate — by-elections shift them; see the live detail in our party position tracker.
| Bloc | Parties | Seats (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Government | PML-N (133), PPP (74), MQM-P (23), PML-Q (4), IPP (4), PML-Z (1), BAP (1), NP (1) | ~243 |
| Opposition | PTI-backed (76), JUI-F (10), PKNAP (1), MWM (1), PkMAP (1) | ~89 |
How the Assembly Works
The essentials of Pakistan’s lower house.
Lower House
The National Assembly is the lower house; the Senate (96 seats) is the upper house. Together with the President they form the Majlis-e-Shoora (Parliament).
MNA
MNA stands for Member of the National Assembly — each of the 336 members. Must be a Pakistani citizen, at least 25, and a registered voter.
Law-making
Bills pass the National Assembly, then the Senate, then receive the President’s assent. Money bills originate in the National Assembly.
Elections
Last general election: 8 February 2024. Next due by February 2029 (5-year term).
Sessions
The Assembly meets in sessions at the Parliament House, Red Zone, Islamabad; the Speaker summons and presides.
Opposition
The largest party outside government forms the Opposition, led by the Leader of the Opposition — a constitutional office with real powers.
Deeper: the Parliament of Pakistan and MNA: full form, role and eligibility. The Assembly’s constitutional basis is in our Constitution of Pakistan 1973 pillar.
In-Depth Guides
Every angle of Pakistan’s National Assembly.
Parliament of Pakistan
National Assembly, Senate and President — how Pakistan’s legislature fits together.
How Many Seats? (336)
The full seat maths: general, women-reserved and minority seats, majorities explained.
Party Position Tracker
Who holds how many seats in the 16th Assembly — government vs opposition.
Frequently Asked Questions
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