PTCL codes are 3-4 digit numerical prefixes identifying different cities and regions across Pakistan. When making domestic calls within Pakistan, these codes must be dialled along with the local phone number to ensure the call is correctly routed.
PTCL codes for different cities can ensure smooth communication and avoid misdirected calls. The codes help segment the country’s vast telephone network for organization and efficiency.
PTCL Code List for Major Cities
| City Name | Area Code | Dialing Code |
| Abbottabad | 992 | +92 992 |
| Attock | 57 | +92 57 |
| Awaran | 856 | +92 856 |
| Badin | 297 | +92 297 |
| Bahawalnagar | 63 | +92 63 |
| Bahawalpur | 62 | +92 62 |
| Bajaur Agency | 942 | +92 942 |
| Bannu / N. Waziristan Agency | 928 | +92 928 |
| Barkhan / Kohlu | 829 | +92 829 |
| Bhakkar | 453 | +92 453 |
| Bhimber (AJK) | 5828 | +92 5828 |
| Bolan | 832 | +92 832 |
| Buner | 939 | +92 939 |
| Chagai | 825 | +92 825 |
| Chakwal | 543 | +92 543 |
| Chitral | 943 | +92 943 |
| D.I Khan | 966 | +92 966 |
| Dadu, excluding Kotri MC | 25 | +92 25 |
| Dera Bugti | 835 | +92 835 |
| Dera Ghazi Khan | 64 | +92 64 |
| Dir, Lower | 945 | +92 945 |
| Dir, Upper | 944 | +92 944 |
| Faisalabad | 41 | +92 41 |
| Ghotki | 723 | +92 723 |
| Gujranwala | 55 | +92 55 |
| Gujrat, excluding Sarai Alamgir Tehsil | 53 | +92 53 |
| Gwadar | 86 | +92 86 |
| Hafizabad | 547 | +92 547 |
| Hangu / Orakzai Agy | 925 | +92 925 |
| Haripur | 995 | +92 995 |
| Hyderabad incl. Kotri MC | 22 | +92 22 |
| Islamabad/Rawalpindi | 51 | +92 51 |
| Jacobabad | 722 | +92 722 |
| Jaffarabad/Nasirabad | 838 | +92 838 |
| Jhal Magsi | 837 | +92 837 |
| Jhang | 47 | +92 47 |
| Jhelum incl. Sarai Alamgir Tehsil | 544 | +92 544 |
| K.Abdullah / Pishin | 826 | +92 826 |
| Kalat | 844 | +92 844 |
| Karachi (Malir) | 21 | +92 21 |
| Karak | 927 | +92 927 |
| Kasur | 49 | +92 49 |
| Kech | 852 | +92 852 |
| Khairpur | 243 | +92 243 |
| Khanewal | 65 | +92 65 |
| Kharan | 847 | +92 847 |
| Khushab | 454 | +92 454 |
| Khuzdar | 848 | +92 848 |
| Killa Saifullah | 823 | +92 823 |
| Kohat, including F.R. Kohat | 922 | +92 922 |
| Kohistan | 998 | +92 998 |
| Kotli (AJK) | 574 | +92 574 |
| Kurram Agency | 926 | +92 926 |
| Lahore, including Muridke | 42 | +92 42 |
| Lakki Marwat including F.R. Lakki Marwat | 969 | +92 969 |
| Larkana | 74 | +92 74 |
| Lasbela | 853 | +92 853 |
| Layyah | 606 | +92 606 |
| Lodhran | 608 | +92 608 |
| Loralai | 824 | +92 824 |
| Malakand | 932 | +92 932 |
| Mandi Bahauddin | 546 | +92 546 |
| Mansehra | ||
| Battagram | 997 | +92 997 |
| Mardan | 937 | +92 937 |
| Mastung | 843 | +92 843 |
| Mianwali | 459 | +92 459 |
| Mirpur Khas | 233 | +92 233 |
| Mohmand Agy. / Khyber Agency | 924 | +92 924 |
| Multan | 61 | +92 61 |
| Musakhel | 828 | +92 828 |
| Muzaffarabad (AJK) | 58 | +92 58 |
| Muzaffargarh | 66 | +92 66 |
| Narowal | 542 | +92 542 |
| Naushero Feroze | 242 | +92 242 |
| Nawabshah | 244 | +92 244 |
| Nowshera | 923 | +92 923 |
| Okara | 44 | +92 44 |
| Pakpattan | 457 | +92 457 |
| Panjgur | 855 | +92 855 |
| Peshawar / Charsadda | 91 | +92 91 |
| Quetta | 81 | +92 81 |
| Rahim Yar Khan | 68 | +92 68 |
| Rajanpur | 604 | +92 604 |
| Sahiwal | 40 | +92 40 |
| Sanghar | 235 | +92 235 |
| Sargodha | 48 | +92 48 |
| Shangla | 996 | +92 996 |
| Sheikhupura, excluding Muridke | 56 | +92 56 |
| Shikarpur | 726 | +92 726 |
| Sialkot | 52 | +92 52 |
| Sibi / Ziarat | 833 | +92 833 |
| South Waziristan | 965 | +92 965 |
| Sukkur | 71 | +92 71 |
| Swabi | 938 | +92 938 |
| Swat | 946 | +92 946 |
| Tank including F.R. Tank | 963 | +92 963 |
| Tharparkar | 232 | +92 232 |
| Thatta | 298 | +92 298 |
| Toba Tek Singh | 46 | +92 46 |
| Umerkot | 238 | +92 238 |
| Vehari | 67 | +92 67 |
| Zhob | 822 | +92 822 |
Know City-wise PTCL Codes
Being aware of PTCL codes for Pakistan’s major cities is important for several reasons:
- Ensures calls are directed correctly without fail or misrouting
- Saves time otherwise spent on figuring out the right city codes
- Enables easier communication with contacts across Pakistan
- Avoids call connect issues to different cities
- Allows seamless collaboration between businesses across regions
Therefore, memorizing the frequently used PTCL area codes can make telephonic communication efficient across Pakistan’s diverse cities.
Conditions & Terms
There are specific dialing rules and regulations regarding the use of PTCL codes:
- Always dial the PTCL code first when calling other cities
- Do not use the code when calling within the same city
- International exit code 00 is used before the PTCL code when dialing foreign numbers
- Call rates may vary when dialing different city codes
- Follow any additional dialing guidelines issued by telecom authorities
Abiding by these terms ensures calls are connected properly without infractions.
Tax and Call Costs
Making calls to different PTCL codes may entail additional charges such as:
- Higher long-distance calling rates
- Inter-city taxes and fees
- Varying peak/non-peak call charges
- Roaming costs if using a mobile phone
Awareness of these costs can allow better budgeting and planning for regular communication.
Stability and Applicability of PTCL Codes
PTCL codes generally remain consistent over long periods changes may rarely occur when:
- New cities and regions are carved out
- Old codes reach full capacity
- Telecom authorities issue notifications
But usually, PTCL city codes have decades-long stability for reliable usage.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a PTCL Code?
A PTCL code is a numerical prefix identifying different cities and regions
across Pakistan’s telephone network. These 3-4 digit codes need to be dialed when making calls between different cities.
How do I use a PTCL Code?
When calling another city in Pakistan, first dial the PTCL code for that city, followed by the local phone number. For example, to call Lahore, dial 042, then the 7-digit Lahore number. PTCL codes are not required for dialing locally within the same city.
Why are PTCL Codes necessary?
PTCL codes are essential for routing calls properly between Pakistan’s different cities with separate local phone exchanges. The codes enable directing calls to the correct exchange and destination number.
