PTA Restricts Mobile Package Price Revisions to Quarterly

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has instructed telecom operators across the country to refrain from revising mobile package prices on a monthly basis, directing that any tariff adjustments be implemented only on a quarterly schedule.

According to regulatory officials, telecom companies have been formally notified that future price revisions will be allowed following quarterly reviews rather than through frequent month-to-month changes.

Under the updated framework, operators may increase the prices of mobile packages by approximately 10% to 20% compared with the preceding year, subject to prior regulatory approval.

Previously, telecom operators were able to modify package prices more frequently, a practice that led to growing consumer complaints regarding repeated and rapid price hikes.

In response to these concerns, the regulator introduced the Mobile Tariff Regulations 2025 to establish clearer oversight of pricing practices within the telecommunications sector.

Under the new regulatory regime, telecom companies must obtain prior authorization from the PTA before launching new mobile packages or increasing the price of existing offerings.

Officials stated that the measure aims to ensure greater stability and transparency in tariff adjustments while addressing public concerns regarding frequent price revisions in mobile services.