Cement Rate in Pakistan Today (2026): Price per Bag
Quick answer: ConstructionCostPK’s current planning rate for cement is PKR 1,500 per 50 kg bag. A single storey 5 Marla house needs about 402 bags for its grey structure — roughly PKR 603,000 of cement. Brand prices vary by city and dealer, so always ask for today’s quote.
Cement rate used in our calculator
| Material | Rate used | Rate date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cement (50 kg bag) | PKR 1,500 per bag | 15 October 2026 | ConstructionCostPK planning rate — confirm with your local supplier |
| Steel / saria (Grade 60) | PKR 275 per kg (PKR 275,000 per ton) | 15 October 2026 | ConstructionCostPK planning rate — confirm with your local supplier |
| Bricks (A-class) | PKR 20,000 per 1,000 | 15 October 2026 | ConstructionCostPK planning rate — confirm with your local supplier |
| Sand | PKR 90 per cft | 15 October 2026 | ConstructionCostPK planning rate — confirm with your local supplier |
| Crush / bajri | PKR 130 per cft | 15 October 2026 | ConstructionCostPK planning rate — confirm with your local supplier |
These are the default rates the calculator uses (editable in its "Advanced" panel). Market prices change weekly — always get a fresh quotation before buying. See construction material rates for notes on each material.
Brand-wise cement prices
Well-known brands in Pakistan include Lucky, DG Khan, Bestway, Maple Leaf, Fauji, Pioneer, Kohat, Cherat, Askari and Power cement. Prices differ between north and south because of transport from the plant, so a Karachi dealer and a Lahore dealer will quote different numbers for the same brand.
How many cement bags does a house need?
| House | Covered area | Cement needed | Cost at planning rate | Budget change per PKR 100/bag move |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Marla | 574 sq ft | 241 bags | PKR 361,500 | PKR 24,100 |
| 5 Marla | 956 sq ft | 402 bags | PKR 603,000 | PKR 40,200 |
| 7 Marla | 1,181 sq ft | 496 bags | PKR 744,000 | PKR 49,600 |
| 10 Marla (double storey) | 3,375 sq ft | 1,460 bags | PKR 2,190,000 | PKR 146,000 |
| 1 Kanal (double storey) | 5,850 sq ft | 2,531 bags | PKR 3,796,500 | PKR 253,100 |
Standard quality, typical design; excludes the city factor and delivery. Quantities: 0.42 bags per sq ft of covered area, plus 3% per storey above the ground floor — see the methodology.
Which type of cement should you use?
- Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC): the standard grey cement for slabs, columns, beams, plaster and masonry.
- Sulphate-resisting cement (SRC): for foundations in salty soil or groundwater — common advice in coastal Karachi and some low-lying areas.
- White cement: for tile grout and decorative finishes only; not for structural work.
How to buy cement without losing money
- Check the manufacturing date printed on the bag — cement slowly loses strength in storage, especially in humid weather.
- Store bags off the floor on wooden planks, away from walls, and cover them with plastic.
- Buy in batches matched to the work schedule rather than all at once.
- Weigh a few bags at random — a full bag is 50 kg.
See all rates on the construction material rates page, compare with the saria rate today, or price a whole house with the grey structure calculator.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about cement prices and quantities in Pakistan.
What is the cement rate per bag in Pakistan today?
ConstructionCostPK uses a planning rate of PKR 1,500 per 50 kg bag (rates last updated 15 October 2026). Actual prices vary by brand, city and dealer, so ask two or three dealers for today's quote.
How many cement bags are needed for a 5 Marla house?
About 402 bags for the grey structure of a single storey 5 Marla house (0.42 bags per sq ft of covered area at standard quality), or about 828 bags for a double storey one.
Which cement is best for foundations in salty soil?
Sulphate-resisting cement (SRC) is normally recommended for foundations in soil or groundwater with high sulphate content, such as in parts of coastal Karachi. Follow your structural engineer's specification.
Cement ki ek bori kitne ki hai?
Hamara planning rate PKR 1,500 per 50 kg bori hai. Brand aur sheher ke hisaab se asal qeemat alag hoti hai — dealer se aaj ka rate zaroor poochein.