🚨 Breaking Update: The Government of Punjab has officially extended the deadline for mandatory vehicle emission testing to August 31, 2025. Vehicle owners now have 2 more months to comply — or face fines up to PKR 5,000 for non-compliance after the new deadline.
🔍 Why Was the Emission Test Deadline Extended?
Due to overwhelming public turnout and limited booth capacity, the Punjab Environment Protection Department (EPD) extended the emission compliance deadline to 31 August 2025. The previous deadline of 30 June saw massive queues and testing backlogs across Lahore and major cities.
📌 Who Must Get Tested?
| Vehicle Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Private cars (older than 3 years) | ✅ Mandatory |
| Motorcycles & Rickshaws | ✅ Mandatory |
| Commercial Vehicles | ✅ Mandatory |
| Brand-New Vehicles (< 3 years) | ❌ Temporarily Exempt |
| EVs (Electric Vehicles) | ❌ Exempt |
🕘 Where & When to Get Your Vehicle Tested
There are over 70 ETS booths operating in Punjab (Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, etc.), available at:
- Emporium Mall (Lahore)
- Liberty Market (Lahore)
- Rawalpindi Saddar
- Multan Chungi
- Mobile ETS Vans
⏰ Timings: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday–Saturday)
🔔 Tip: Visit in the morning (before 10 AM) to avoid long queues.
🧾 Documents Required for Emission Testing
- Original Vehicle Registration Book or Smart Card
- CNIC of Vehicle Owner
- Your Vehicle Present for Testing
⏱️ Test Duration: Approx. 5–7 minutes
💵 Cost: Free until August 31, 2025
🚫 Penalties After August 31, 2025
| Offense | Fine (PKR) |
|---|---|
| First Violation | 2,000 |
| Repeat Offense | 5,000 |
| Persistent Violators | Vehicle impound or motorway ban |
✅ How to Pass the Emission Test
- Get a full vehicle tune-up: Clean air filter, spark plugs, injectors
- Use high-quality, low-sulphur fuel
- Warm up your engine before testing
- Avoid modified/missing catalytic converters
❓ FAQs – Pakistan Vehicle Emission Test
1. Is the vehicle emission test free?
Yes, the emission test is completely free of cost until August 31, 2025. After this deadline, a nominal fee (under PKR 500) may be introduced by the Punjab Environment Department.
2. What happens if my vehicle fails the emission test?
If your vehicle fails the test, you will be given a 7-day grace period to fix the issue (such as a tune-up, filter cleaning, or replacing faulty parts) and then retest free of charge.
3. Are the emission stickers valid throughout Pakistan?
Currently, the green emission sticker is only mandatory in Punjab. However, other provinces like Sindh and KP are considering similar ETS rollouts, so it’s recommended to stay updated.
4. Is the green sticker required for motorway or intercity travel?
Yes. Starting from September 1, 2025, vehicles without the green emission sticker may be barred from entering motorways or fined at intercity checkpoints within Punjab.
🔗 Official Source & Booth Map
Visit the Punjab Environment Department’s live booth map and updates page:
👉 https://epd.punjab.gov.pk/emission_test
🎯 Final Word
The August 31 extension is your last chance to get tested for free, avoid fines, and help combat Pakistan’s worsening air quality. Skip the queues—go early and get your green sticker before it’s too late!
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