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Minimum Wage & Salary Pakistan 2026

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Pakistan Minimum Wage 2026

The federal government sets a minimum wage that all provinces must meet or exceed. As of 2026, the minimum wage in Pakistan is PKR 37,000 per month (revised upward from PKR 32,000 in 2024 due to inflation). Punjab and Sindh have their own provincial minimums which may be higher.

Average Salaries by Industry — Pakistan 2026

Industry / RoleAverage Monthly Salary (PKR)
Entry-level Software EngineerPKR 60,000 – 100,000
Mid-level Software EngineerPKR 150,000 – 300,000
Senior Software EngineerPKR 300,000 – 600,000+
Medical Doctor (MBBS)PKR 80,000 – 200,000
Teacher (Government)PKR 35,000 – 80,000
Bank Officer (Grade 1)PKR 60,000 – 100,000
Marketing ManagerPKR 80,000 – 180,000
Factory WorkerPKR 37,000 – 55,000
Freelancer (USD earner)PKR 150,000 – 500,000+

Income Tax Slabs Pakistan 2026

Annual IncomeTax Rate
Up to PKR 600,0000% — Tax exempt
PKR 600,001 – 1,200,0002.5% on amount above 600K
PKR 1,200,001 – 2,400,00012.5% on amount above 1.2M
PKR 2,400,001 – 3,600,00020% on amount above 2.4M
Above PKR 3,600,00025% on amount above 3.6M
💡 Freelancer Tax Note 2026

Freelancers registered with the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) receive tax exemptions on foreign-sourced income. Register at pseb.org.pk to benefit. Unregistered freelancers should file income tax returns to avoid penalties.