Delivery riders are the busiest people on the road today. Food delivery, parcel delivery, and ride-hailing riders travel 100 to 150 km every single day across the city. For them, petrol is not just a travel cost. It is their business cost. Every rupee saved on fuel goes straight into their daily earning.
The PM Fuel Relief Program 2026 is very useful for delivery riders. With Rs. 100 relief per litre on up to 20 litres per month, a rider saves a fixed Rs. 2,000 every month. For a rider earning daily wages, this saving is like getting extra working days for free.
| Daily Distance | Petrol Used Daily (approx.) |
|---|---|
| 80 km per day | 1.6 litres |
| 100 km per day | 2 litres |
| 120 km per day | 2.4 litres |
| 150 km per day | 3 litres |
| 180 km per day | 3.6 litres |
Why Fuel Costs Matter So Much for Delivery Riders
A delivery rider’s income depends directly on how many orders he completes. But each order also burns petrol. This creates a painful balance.
- More orders mean more income, but also more fuel cost.
- When petrol prices rise, the profit from each delivery shrinks.
- Delivery companies rarely increase per-order rates with fuel prices.
- A rider doing 25 deliveries a day can burn 3 litres of petrol daily.
- At high prices, fuel can eat 25 to 30 percent of daily earnings.
This is why the Rs. 2,000 monthly relief matters so much. It directly protects the rider’s take-home income.
How the 20-Litre Quota Helps a Rider’s Income
Let us do simple maths for a food delivery rider. Suppose he works 26 days a month and uses 2.5 litres daily. That is 65 litres a month.
- Without relief: 65 litres at full price is a heavy cost.
- With relief: 20 litres come with Rs. 100 per litre discount.
- Fixed monthly saving: Rs. 2,000, no matter what.
- Yearly saving: Rs. 24,000, equal to many extra working days.
Think of the relief as a monthly bonus from the government that only a registered rider can claim. Riders who have not registered are simply leaving this money on the table.
Planning Tokens Around Delivery Shifts
Riders work in shifts, often 10 to 12 hours a day. The 20-litre quota comes as 4 weekly tokens of 5 litres each. A smart rider plans tokens around his busiest days.
Since a busy rider can burn 5 litres in just 2 days, the weekly token may finish fast. The trick is to generate the token at the start of the week and use it for the longest delivery runs. Keep the full-price fuel for short, nearby orders.
To get a token, send TOK to 9771. Set a weekly phone alarm so you never forget. One missed token means Rs. 500 of relief lost. More rider guides are available on pmfuelrelief.com.pk.
Fuel-Saving Riding Techniques for Delivery Work
Delivery riders can save a surprising amount of fuel with the right riding style. Since they ride all day, even small savings add up fast.
- Accept orders in the same area together to avoid empty return trips.
- Learn the city’s short cuts and avoid traffic jam roads.
- Keep speed steady between 40 and 50 km/h; racing wastes petrol.
- Switch off the engine while waiting for orders at restaurants.
- Keep the bike tuned and chain properly adjusted for best mileage.
A rider who saves just half a litre daily through smart riding saves 15 litres a month. Combined with the 20-litre relief quota, the total benefit becomes very large.
| Rider Habit | Monthly Fuel Saving |
|---|---|
| Batching nearby orders | 5 to 8 litres |
| Avoiding traffic jams | 4 to 6 litres |
| Steady speed riding | 6 to 10 litres |
| Engine off while waiting | 2 to 3 litres |
| Regular bike tuning | 5 to 7 litres |
Choosing the Right Bike for Delivery Work
The bike itself decides how much a rider spends on fuel. A fuel-efficient bike is a rider’s best investment.
- 70cc bikes give the best mileage: 55 to 65 km per litre.
- 125cc bikes are faster but give only 40 to 45 km per litre.
- For delivery work, mileage matters more than speed.
- A well-maintained old 70cc often beats a neglected new 125cc in mileage.
- Good tyres and correct pressure add extra kilometres to every litre.
If you are starting delivery work, choose the bike with the best mileage you can afford. The fuel you save will pay for the bike over time.
Registering as a Delivery Rider for Fuel Relief
Registration is the same for everyone and completely free. You need a valid CNIC and a SIM registered in your own name, which most riders already have for their delivery apps.
Send this SMS to 9771: REG CNIC Plate-No Province-Code Registration-Date. Use the province codes I for Islamabad, A for AJK, G for Gilgit-Baltistan, S for Sindh, P for Punjab, K for KPK, and B for Balochistan. Write the date as DDMMYYYY.
For official program information, check pmfuelrelief.pk. After registration, your TOK tokens will start the fuel saving.
Conclusion
Delivery riders can protect their daily earnings with the PM Fuel Relief Program 2026. The 20-litre monthly quota at Rs. 100 per litre gives a fixed Rs. 2,000 saving every month. By planning weekly tokens, riding smartly, batching orders, and keeping the bike well maintained, a rider can cut fuel costs sharply and keep more of what he earns.
Frequently Asked Questions
I ride 150 km daily. Is 20 litres enough for me?
The 20 litres will not cover all your fuel, but it still saves you a fixed Rs. 2,000 every month on the first 20 litres. The rest is at full price.
Can I use my relief token at any petrol pump?
You can use it at participating petrol pumps. Show your TOK token there to get the relief on the token quantity.
What if I work only 20 days a month?
You still get relief on up to 20 litres. Use your tokens on your working days to get the full Rs. 2,000 benefit.
Does the scheme work for ride-hailing bike riders too?
Yes. Any eligible motorcycle owner can register, including food delivery, parcel, and ride-hailing riders.