During the ensuing holy month of Ramzan-ul-Mubarak, the following office hours will be observed in the State Bank of Pakistan: -

Days	Office Hours
Monday to Thursday	8.30 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. (with 15 minutes prayer break from 1.30 p.m. to 1.45 p.m.)
Friday	8.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. (without break)

However, the banks/DFIs/MFBs are advised to observe the following minimum business (banking) hours:-

Days	Business (banking) Hours
Monday to Thursday	8.30. a.m. to 2.00 p.m.
Friday	8.30. a.m. to 12.30 p. m.

After the holy month of Ramzan-ul-Mubarak, the above timings will automatically be reverted to pre Ramzan-ul-Mubarak timings.

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