KP Auctions Costliest Vehicle Number Plates, Raises Rs 5.81 Crore
n a landmark moment for provincial revenue generation, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department conducted its first-ever large-scale premium vehicle number plate auction at Nishtar Hall, Peshawar.
The auction, concluded on January 27, 2026, generated a staggering Rs 5.81 crore in non-tax revenue, marking one of the most successful public auctions in KP’s history. The event attracted businessmen, politicians, tribal elders, and number plate enthusiasts, turning what was once an informal privilege into a transparent, high-stakes bidding spectacle.
Top 5 Most Expensive Number Plates in KP History
The auction was dominated by tribal, regional, and name-based plates, reflecting deep cultural pride and social identity across the province.
| Rank | Number Plate | Final Bid | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wazir-1 | Rs 1.50 crore | Most expensive plate ever in KP |
| 2 | Afridi-1 | Rs 1.40 crore | Bought by Javed Afridi |
| 3 | Khan-1 | Rs 1.11 crore | Won by KP MPA Naik Muhammad Khan |
| 4 | Peshawar-1 | Rs 1.00 crore | Capital city pride |
| 5 | Haripur-1 | Rs 80 lakh | Highest district-based bid |
The sale of Wazir-1 at Rs 150 million officially placed KP among Pakistan’s top provinces for premium plate valuations.
Tribal & Regional Plates: Identity on Wheels
Beyond the headline-grabbing top five, several other plates achieved strong prices, highlighting how tribal heritage and regional belonging drive value more than digits alone.
- Yusufzai-1 — Rs 49 lakh
- Durrani-1 — Rs 16.6 lakh
- Malakand-1 — Rs 12.5 lakh
- Swabi-1 — Rs 12 lakh
- Gandapur-1 — Rs 10.8 lakh
Analysts noted that KP’s auction uniquely reflected ethnic and tribal pride, unlike Punjab auctions where numeric combinations usually dominate.
The “Imran Khan-804” Controversy Explained
One of the most debated aspects ahead of the auction was the inclusion of politically sensitive plates such as:
- Imran Khan-1
- Imran Khan-804 (symbolic reference to prisoner number)
Government’s Final Decision
Just days before the auction, the KP government withdrew all political nameplates, including Bhutto, Zardari, and Sharif, to maintain neutrality and avoid politicization.
What Happens Next?
Officials have confirmed that these plates may:
- Be auctioned in a future phase, or
- Be offered through the Dastak App via digital e-bidding
The demand remains extremely high.
How KP’s New Choice Number Plate System Works
To eliminate favoritism and “manual allotments,” KP has fully implemented a Choice Number Plate Policy.
Plate Categories
- Fancy Plates: Up to Rs 150,000
- Premium Special Plates: Starting from Rs 1 million
- Triple Letters / Triple Digits: Fixed at Rs 100,000
Transparency Measures
- Open bidding
- Digital records
- Upcoming online e-bidding for remaining premium numbers
This system has been widely praised for fairness and revenue efficiency.
What’s Next?
Due to overwhelming demand and record-breaking bids, the KP Excise Department has confirmed Phase-2 of the auction in late February 2026, with expectations of even higher prices.
Direct Answers to the Big Questions
🔹 Which number plate is the most expensive in Pakistan?
As of early 2026, “WAZIR-1” (KP) at Rs 1.50 crore is among the most expensive provincial plates, but the all-time most expensive Pakistani plate is:
👉 “A-1” (Punjab) — sold for over Rs 2 crore in Lahore.
🔹 What is the 100 million (Rs 10 crore) number plate in Pakistan?
There is no officially recorded Rs 10 crore number plate in Pakistan as of 2026.
However:
- Plates crossing Rs 1 crore (100 million PKR) are now becoming more common
- KP’s Wazir-1, Afridi-1, and Khan-1 all fall into this elite category
Any Rs 10 crore claim circulating online is not verified.
🔹 What is the world’s most expensive number plate?
The global record belongs to:
👉 Dubai Plate “P-7”
💰 AED 55 million (approx. Rs 4.2 billion PKR)
Dubai dominates the global luxury number plate market, with multiple plates selling for billions in Pakistani rupees.
Final Perspective
The KP number plate auction has reshaped how Pakistan views vehicle registration. What was once paperwork is now status, identity, and revenue combined.
