Overtime rules in Pakistan are governed by labour legislation that varies somewhat by province following the 18th Amendment's devolution of labour matters, but some general principles are widely applicable.
Standard Working Hours
Standard working hours are commonly set around 8-9 hours per day and 48 hours per week for most categories of workers under relevant factory and shops/establishment ordinances, though specific limits can vary by sector and province.
Overtime Pay Principles
Hours worked beyond the standard limit are generally meant to be compensated at a premium rate (commonly cited as double the normal hourly rate under various labour ordinances), particularly for workers covered under factory and industrial labour laws.
Who This Typically Applies To
These protections are most clearly and consistently applied to industrial and factory workers under specific labour ordinances. Coverage and enforcement for white-collar/office roles is less consistent, and many salaried positions operate under employment contracts that address overtime (or explicitly state a role is not eligible for it, common at management/exempt levels) rather than relying solely on general labour law.
What to Check in Your Own Situation
Review your employment contract for how it addresses overtime specifically — some companies offer overtime pay, others offer compensatory time off, and some senior/managerial roles are explicitly exempt from overtime provisions.
If You Believe You're Owed Overtime
Start by reviewing your contract and raising the matter directly with HR — labour law specifics and enforcement mechanisms vary by province and sector, so for a serious, unresolved dispute, consulting a labour lawyer familiar with your specific province's regulations is a reasonable next step.