The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) said domestic debt increased by Rs615 billion during January, taking the total to Rs55,978 billion.
According to the central bank, the rise came as the federal government continued borrowing, contributing to a marked increase in the country’s overall debt on an annual basis.
The SBP said Pakistan’s total debt recorded a 10 per cent increase year-on-year by January 2026.
Data showed that the country’s total debt stood at Rs72,124 billion in January 2025. Within a year, the overall debt burden rose by nearly 10 per cent, reaching Rs79.32 trillion by January 2026.
The central bank said Rs47.12 trillion of the domestic debt consisted of long-term liabilities.
Experts said the rising debt could add further pressure on the national economy.
