The government has proposed a significant increase in petroleum-related levies as part of the petroleum levy Pakistan budget strategy for the upcoming fiscal year 2026-27.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, while presenting the federal budget in the National Assembly, announced revised revenue targets under various petroleum and energy-related categories.
According to the budget proposals, a petroleum levy target of Rs3.45 billion has been set on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), reflecting a broader effort to expand indirect revenue streams.
Officials said the revised petroleum levy Pakistan budget framework is aimed at strengthening fiscal resources while managing energy sector obligations.
In addition, the government has estimated Rs50 billion in revenue from a new climate support levy, which is expected to contribute to environmental and sustainability-related funding initiatives.
The budget also proposes over Rs15.73 billion from a levy on off-the-grid captive power plants, targeting industrial energy consumption outside the national grid.
These measures are part of a wider fiscal strategy to diversify revenue sources and reduce pressure on traditional tax collection systems.
Authorities believe the revised petroleum and energy levies will help support macroeconomic stability while financing key national priorities.
