In 2026, NADRA operates over 800 registration centers across Pakistan — including 24/7 Mega Centers in major cities. Knowing the right timings and office type can save you hours. This updated guide covers all NADRA office timings, types, fees, and how to find your nearest center.
NADRA Office Types & Timings 2026
Standard Registration Centers (NRCs)
- Days: Monday to Saturday
- Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (half day at most centers)
NADRA Executive Centers
- Days: Monday to Saturday
- Hours: 8:30 AM – 10:30 PM (extended)
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM, then 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
NADRA Mega Centers (24/7)
- Open 24 hours, 7 days a week including Sundays and public holidays
- Available in: Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar
NADRA Ramadan 2026 Timings
NADRA officially announced revised timings for Ramadan 2026:
- Single-shift offices: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Double-shift offices: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Mega Centers: Continue 24/7 operation throughout Ramadan
NADRA Offices by City 2026
Rawalpindi
- Saddar RNC — Bank Road, Saddar
- Executive Center Cantt — Near CSD, Cantt (8:30 AM – 10:30 PM)
- Satellite Town — Murree Road
Islamabad
- Mega Center F-6 — Open 24/7
- NADRA HQ G-5/2
- I-8 Markaz Center
Lahore
- Mega Center — Open 24/7 (multiple locations)
- Model Town Center — less crowded
- Cantt Executive Center — extended hours
Karachi
- Mega Centers in DHA, Clifton, Gulshan, SITE — 24/7
- Executive Centers across all major areas
NADRA Fees 2026 — Unchanged
NADRA confirmed fees remain the same in 2026:
- CNIC Normal (30 days): Rs. 750
- CNIC Urgent (7 days): Rs. 1,500
- CNIC Executive (2 days): Rs. 3,000
- NICOP Normal: USD 15 equivalent
- NICOP Urgent: USD 25 equivalent
How to Find Nearest NADRA Office
- PakID App: Built-in GPS office locator — download from Play Store or App Store
- NADRA website: nadra.gov.pk/nadraOffices
- Helpline: 1777 (from any mobile) or +92 51 111 786 100 — 24/7
Tips to Save Time
- Visit before 10:00 AM — shorter queues
- Use PakID App to check token availability before visiting
- Use 24/7 Mega Centers for urgent matters at night
- Avoid Mondays and post-holiday days — busiest times
- Bring all documents to avoid repeat visits
Frequently Asked Questions
What are NADRA office timings in 2026?
Standard centers: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Executive centers: 8:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Mega Centers: 24/7 including Sundays.
Is NADRA open on Sunday 2026?
Standard and executive centers are closed on Sundays. However, NADRA Mega Centers in major cities operate 24/7 including Sundays and public holidays.
What is NADRA helpline number 2026?
Call 1777 from any mobile network in Pakistan (Jazz, Telenor, Ufone, Zong). International: +92 51 111 786 100. Available 24/7.
How much is NADRA CNIC fee in 2026?
NADRA confirmed 2026 fees unchanged: Normal processing Rs. 750, Urgent (7 days) Rs. 1,500, Executive (2 days) Rs. 3,000.
