CNG Prices in Pakistan
As to this day of 2025, Pakistan’s monthly CNG price in Pakistan stands at Rs. 194, uniformly applicable to both Region-I (KPK, Baluchistan, and Potohar region) and Region-II (Sindh and Punjab, excluding Potohar). This standardized pricing, regulated by OGRA, aims to promote fairness and stability for consumers nationwide. For future updates or potential CNG price revisions, consumers are recommended to regularly check OGRA‘s official notifications.
| Product | Retail Price |
|---|---|
| CNG Region-I(Khyber Pukhtunkhwa, Baluchistan, Potohar region; Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Gujar Khan) | Rs. 194 /Kg |
| CNG Region-II(Sindh and Punjab excluding Potohar region) | Rs. 194 /Kg |
What is CNG?
CNG stands for Compressed Natural Gas. It’s a clean-burning fuel used as a cost-effective alternative to diesel, gasoline, and LPG.
Benefits of CNG
- Environmentally friendly: Produces fewer harmful emissions.
- Corrosion-free and odorless.
- Safe: Dissipates quickly in case of spillage.
How is CNG made?
Natural gas is compressed to 1% of its original volume and stored in steel alloy cylinders.
How does CNG work?
- Compressed natural gas is released from the cylinder.
- It mixes with air in the combustion chamber.
- Ignition produces a spark, generating energy to power vehicles.
Use of CNG:
The price of CNG is significantly lower than petrol or diesel, making it a cost-effective alternative. To utilize CNG, vehicles require conversion from petroleum-based settings to gas settings, typically involving the installation of a gas cylinder. This allows vehicles to travel longer distances without needing to refuel, making it a convenient option. Due to its affordability, CNG usage is increasing worldwide, particularly in Pakistan, India, Europe, Iran, and the Americas. In fact, CNG is not only used in cars but also in larger vehicles like trains. According to a 2013 survey, Iran has the highest number of CNG-powered vehicles, followed by Pakistan, Argentina, Brazil, China, and Italy.
Pricing in Pakistan:
In Pakistan, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) determines and sets the price of CNG. Following the petrol price surge in 2011, CNG became the preferred fuel choice, with long queues forming outside CNG stations. However, the deregulation of CNG prices in December 2016 led to a significant increase, with prices rising to Rs. 67.50 per kilogram, narrowing the gap with petrol prices (Rs. 66.27 per liter). This, coupled with CNG load shedding, prompted many consumers to switch back to petrol and diesel. As CNG prices continue to rise, the once-thriving CNG stations are now witnessing dwindling demand, raising concerns about their potential shutdown.
