Ministry of Religious Affairs announced on its Facebook page that third installment for the government Hajj scheme will be collected from February 6 to 14. Pilgrims are advised to deposit their dues at the designated banks during this period.

The ministry has instructed all applicants to ensure timely payment to secure their participation in this year’s Hajj pilgrimage.

Pakistan's Hajj Quota for 2025

For the year 2025, Pakistan's total Hajj quota has been set at 179,210 pilgrims, with an equal distribution between the government and private sectors, allocating 89,605 seats to each.

Saudi Arabia has allocated a quota of 179,210 pilgrims for Pakistan in 2025, with an equal distribution between the government and private schemes.

The Ministry of Religious Affairs had decided to reopen the application process from January 10 to fill the remaining 5,000 seats under the government quota after the required number of applications was not met for this year's Hajj. The deadline for applications was extended twice, first from December 3 to December 10 and then again to December 17.

To assist pilgrims, the Ministry has also introduced the 'Pak Hajj 2025' mobile application, available for both Android and iPhone users.

Furthermore, the government has announced a reduction in airfare prices, with the ticket price under the federal program now set at 220,000 Pakistani Rupees, down from the previous year’s 234,000 Rupees.

Meanwhile, the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority has announced the flight schedule for Hajj 2025. The official Hajj operation will begin on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (1st of Dhu al-Qi'dah 1446 Hijri), with the return of pilgrims starting from 13th Dhu al-Hijjah.

Hajj: A Step-by-Step Guide

Ihram (State of Purity): Before entering Mecca, pilgrims don the Ihram garments, signifying purity and unity. Recite the Talbiyah: "Labbayk Allahumma Labbayk..."

Tawaf (Circumambulation): Upon arrival at the Masjid al-Haram, perform Tawaf by walking seven times around the Kaaba in a counter-clockwise direction.

Sa'i (Walking between Safa and Marwah): After Tawaf, walk seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah, commemorating Hagar's search for water for her son, Isma'il.

Standing at Arafat (Wuquf): On the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah, stand in prayer at the plain of Arafat, seeking forgiveness and making supplications.

Muzdalifah: After Arafat, spend the night at Muzdalifah, collecting pebbles for the next ritual.

Ramy al-Jamarat (Stoning of the Devil): On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, throw seven pebbles at the largest pillar in Mina, symbolizing the rejection of evil.

Sacrifice (Qurbani): Offer a sacrificial animal, such as a sheep or goat, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah.

Shaving/Cutting Hair (Tahallul): Men shave their heads or trim their hair, while women cut a small portion of their hair, signifying purification.

Tawaf al-Ifadah: Perform another Tawaf at the Masjid al-Haram, marking the completion of the main rituals.

Ramy al-Jamarat (Stoning) on Subsequent Days: Continue the stoning ritual on the 11th and 12th of Dhu al-Hijjah.

Final Tawaf (Tawaf al-Wada): Before departing Mecca, perform a final Tawaf around the Kaaba.