Fuel Price Increase on the Cards as Govt Encourages EV Usage

In the upcoming budget, the federal government intends to introduce an additional levy on petrol and diesel vehicles to create a dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) fund, aiming to raise Rs. 122 billion over five years to support Pakistan’s shift to petroleum-free transportation.
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Proposed Federal Excise Duty (FED) on ICE Vehicles (FY26–FY30)

Vehicle CategoryBase RateFY26FY27FY28FY29FY305-Year Total (%)
Two- and Three-Wheelers1%3%3%2.9%2.8%2.8%14.5%
4-Wheelers (Below 1300cc)1%3.2%3.2%3.2%3.2%3.2%16%
4-Wheelers (1300cc–1800cc)2%3.8%3.8%3.8%3.8%3.7%18.9%
4-Wheelers (Above 1800cc)3%11.4%11.3%11.3%11.2%11.1%56.2%
Buses and Trucks1%3.3%3.3%3.3%3.3%3.2%16.3%

Projected Revenue Collection from FED (in Billion PKR)

Fiscal YearEstimated Revenue (Billion PKR)
FY2624.7
FY2724.6
FY2824.5
FY2924.2
FY3024.0
Total (5 Years)122