Total Debt (Qarza) on Pakistan in 2025

As of February 2025, Pakistan’s total public debt (Qarz) has reached approximately Rs. 72.3 trillion ($259.3 billion).
With an estimated population of 240 million, this translates to a per capita debt of around Rs. 302,000. This means that every Pakistani, including newborns, effectively carries a debt burden of Rs. 302,000 from birth.
Category | Amount (in PKR) |
---|---|
Total Debt (Qarza) | PKR 72.3 trillion ($259.3 billion) |
Per Pakistani | PKR 302,000 ($1,083) |
Composition of Pakistan’s Debt:
Domestic Debt: Approximately Rs. 49 trillion is owed to domestic creditors.
External Debt: The remaining debt is owed to external creditors, including IMF..