Other Prices
| Product / Item | Brand | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bestway Cement OPC 50kg | Bestway | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,620 |
| Cherat Cement OPC 50kg | Cherat | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,560 |
| Dewan Cement OPC 50kg | Dewan | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,610 |
| DG Khan Cement sulphate resistant 50kg | DG Khan | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,640 |
| Fauji Cement OPC 50kg | Fauji | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,610 |
| Kohat Cement OPC 50kg | Kohat | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,620 |
| Lucky Cement OPC 50kg | Lucky | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,635 |
| Maple Leaf Cement OPC 50kg | Maple Leaf | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,650 |
| Pakcem Cement OPC 50kg | Pakcem | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,655 |
Punjab Prices
| Product / Item | Variant / Model | City / Region | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Lahore | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,650 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Rawalpindi | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,520 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Faisalabad | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,600 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Multan | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,657 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Gujranwala | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,650 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Sialkot | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,647 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Sargodha | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,628 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Bahawalpur | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,660 |
Sindh Prices
| Product / Item | Variant / Model | City / Region | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Karachi | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,480 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Hyderabad | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,563 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Sukkur | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,650 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Larkana | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,523 |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Prices
| Product / Item | Variant / Model | City / Region | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Peshawar | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,633 |
Balochistan Prices
| Product / Item | Variant / Model | City / Region | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Quetta | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,560 |
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Khuzdar | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,650 |
Islamabad Capital Territory Prices
| Product / Item | Variant / Model | City / Region | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General market cement (brand unspecified) | General market; manufacturer unspecified | Islamabad | 50 kg bag | Rs. 1,579 |
Cement prices in Pakistan are generally compared per 50 kg bag, but the amount you actually pay depends on cement type, manufacturer, local dealer and delivery to your site. A dated Pakistan Bureau of Statistics observation describes an average or surveyed market price, not a guaranteed offer from every shop. Before paying, ask for a written quotation for the correct cement specification and number of bags.
How to compare cement bag prices correctly
Check four details together: the name of the cement product, its stated type or standard, the bag weight and the delivery basis. A low quoted bag rate may exclude unloading, transport and local handling. On a major project, an apparently small difference per bag can add up; however, the cheapest cement is not necessarily suitable for the structural requirements of the job.
Buyers often search by familiar Pakistani manufacturers such as Bestway, Lucky, DG Khan, Fauji and Maple Leaf. Brand alone is not a sufficient specification. A manufacturer can offer different cement products for distinct applications, and the exact product printed on the bag is what should be compared.
Ordinary Portland cement and specialty cement
| Cement category | Main buying question | What to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) | Is this the grade and product required by the project? | Product designation, stated standard and bag label |
| Sulphate-resistant cement (SRC) | Does the engineer specify resistance to sulphate exposure? | Project specification and manufacturer declaration |
| White cement | Is the material intended for finishing or decorative work? | Product purpose, color, pack size and suitability |
| Other blended or specialty cement | Is this product permitted in the construction design? | Applicable standard, performance criteria and instructions |
The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) lists national standards for ordinary Portland cement and sulphate-resisting cement. This matters because two 50 kg bags can have different intended uses even if their retail prices appear close. Ask a qualified engineer or design professional before substituting cement types in structural work.
What determines a delivered cement quotation?
Two dealers can quote different final costs while using the same manufacturer list price. Truck capacity, travel distance, order size, unloading arrangements and local availability can all change the amount paid at the building site. A quotation might also specify payment on delivery rather than at order time, which affects the buyer’s risk.
Price comparisons should identify the location. Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan and Karachi are different distribution markets, not interchangeable price zones. PBS publishes construction-material price observations and its weekly statistics provide an independently documented market reference. Such figures are useful context, although a current supplier quotation is still necessary for a purchase.
How to calculate cement requirements and cost
For an already-approved bill of quantities, multiply the number of required bags by the verified unit rate. As an illustration only, 200 bags quoted at Rs. 1,600 each would cost Rs. 320,000 before freight and unloading. That is a calculation example, not a claim about the current cement price.
Do not estimate structural cement consumption from floor area alone when a contractor’s measured bill of quantities or engineer’s mix specification is required. Concrete and plaster have different material requirements; the correct quantity depends on actual dimensions and approved mix or work specifications. Include a sensible allowance for site wastage based on your contractor’s documented practice rather than a blanket percentage.
How to identify bags and storage problems
Inspect delivered bags for torn seams, damp patches, hardened lumps and signs of rebagging. Check the printed product description, manufacturer identification and packaging details against the invoice. Confirm that the stack contains the ordered number of bags, particularly where multiple truckloads arrive across different days.
Cement should be kept dry and protected from moisture before use. Do not accept a damaged, damp or hardened bag simply because it is discounted. If a shipment appears suspicious, contact the seller or manufacturer and ask for documentation rather than trying to determine its engineering quality by appearance alone.
Documents worth requesting before a large order
Ask for a dated quote identifying the company, exact product, bag count, individual price, delivery point, freight, unloading terms and invoice conditions. Where construction specifications demand it, request appropriate conformity or test documentation. A supplier should explain what happens if bags arrive damaged or short.
To budget the full reinforced-concrete package, compare separately with sarya rates in Pakistan; cement and steel have different units and must not be combined in a single price-per-bag comparison.
Questions about cement prices
Is a cement quote always for 50 kilograms?
No. Fifty kilograms is a common reference for construction cement pricing, but a buyer must check the printed bag weight and the seller’s unit.
Can SRC be substituted for OPC?
Only if the project specifications and responsible design professional permit it. Suitability is not determined by price alone.
Does a quoted bag rate include delivery?
Not necessarily. Confirm freight, unloading and taxes or other invoice charges before placing an order.
Where price and standard information comes from
For independent market context, use the PBS price-statistics portal. For cement classifications and compliance, consult the PSQCA standards list alongside the actual manufacturer’s technical datasheet. A dealer’s dated written offer remains the appropriate reference for a transaction.