ISLAMABAD, July 6, 2026: The federal government is collecting more than Rs118 per litre in taxes, levies and distribution margins on petrol, according to official pricing documents detailing the breakdown of fuel costs in Pakistan.
The documents show that consumers are paying Rs297.53 per litre for petrol, although its base cost stands at Rs178.77 per litre. The remaining amount consists of petroleum levy, climate support levy, customs duty and distribution-related margins.
According to the pricing details, the government and fuel supply chain collect a combined Rs118.76 per litre on petrol. This includes:
- Petroleum Levy: Rs70.36
- Climate Support Levy: Rs5.00
- Customs Duty: Rs19.33
- Inland Freight Equalization Margin (IFEM): Rs6.86
- Oil Marketing Companies’ Margin: Rs7.87
- Dealers’ Margin: Rs8.64
Diesel also carries over Rs110 per litre in taxes and margins
For high-speed diesel (HSD), the official documents show a base cost of Rs198.85 per litre, while the retail price has been fixed at Rs309.50 per litre.
The price difference of Rs110.65 per litre comprises petroleum levy, taxes and distribution margins charged on diesel before it reaches consumers.
The latest pricing breakdown provides a clearer picture of how government levies, duties and supply chain costs contribute to the final retail prices of petrol and diesel in Pakistan.
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