Rs50 fresh currency notes bundle rates in open market before Eidul Fitr 2026

The last Ashra (ten days) of the holy month of Ramadan has begun, and people in Pakistan are preparing for Eid al-Fitr 2026 celebrations.

Before Eid, it is a common tradition in many families that elders give cash gifts to children, known as “Eidi.” Children enjoy spending this money on shopping, food, and fun activities during the Eid holidays.

Demand for Fresh Currency Notes

For giving Eidi, people prefer fresh currency notes of different denominations, especially Rs50 notes. These notes are usually available at banks across the country, including the State Bank of Pakistan.

However, due to limited stock, many people cannot get fresh note bundles from banks. In such cases, they buy them from the open market.

Price of Rs50 Note Bundle in Open Market

In the open market, fresh note bundles are sold at higher prices. Normally, a bundle of Rs50 notes is worth Rs5000, but buyers pay extra to get fresh notes.

Currently, a Rs50 bundle is being sold for Rs5500 to Rs5800 in the market.

Expected Date of Eid 2026 in Pakistan

The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, Pakistan’s official moon-sighting body, will meet on March 19 to sight the Shawwal moon, which marks the start of Eid. The meeting will be held at the Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, while zonal committees will also meet in their respective cities.

According to predictions by SUPARCO and weather experts, the Shawwal moon is unlikely to be seen on March 19. Because of this, Eid al-Fitr is expected to fall on March 21, 2026 (Saturday) in Pakistan.

On the first day of Shawwal, Muslims offer the special Eid prayer, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.