Pakistani Rupee Symbol (Rs)
The Pakistani Rupee is officially abbreviated as 'Rs' in everyday English usage and denoted in Urdu script as روپے (or simply ر). The generic Unicode character ₨ (U+20A8) represents the legacy rupee sign across the Indian subcontinent.
Typographic & Developer Encoding Codes
Quickly copy HTML entities, CSS content escape sequences, and Unicode code points for Pakistani Rupee.
| Format | Value / Code | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Symbol | Rs | Standard plain text character or abbreviation | |
| Unicode Code Point | U+20A8 (Generic ₨) | RUPEE SIGN (Currency Symbols) | |
| Windows Input / Alt Code | Word: 20A8, Alt+X / Win + . | Keyboard shortcut for Windows PC | |
| HTML Named / Decimal Entity | None (Numeric: ₨) | HTML5 named character entity | |
| HTML Hex Entity | ₨ | Hexadecimal HTML character reference | |
| CSS Escape Code | \20A8 | For CSS ::before or ::after pseudo-elements |
How to Type Pakistani Rupee Symbol (Rs) on Any Device
Windows PC
In Microsoft Word, type 20A8 (Generic ₨) then press Alt + X. In other Windows applications, press Win + . to open the Symbol panel, or use 1-click copy.
Mac / macOS
No direct shortcut. Press Control + Command + Space to open Character Viewer, or hold Option and enter hex in Unicode Hex Input.
iPhone & iPad (iOS)
Switch to Urdu keyboard: tap 123 then Rs
Android (Gboard)
Switch to Urdu keyboard: tap ?123 then Rs
Formatting Rules & Real-World Examples
Symbol Placement: Before Amount
In standard financial notation, the Pakistani Rupee symbol is positioned immediately before the numerical amount.
Typography & International Usage Guidelines
In Pakistani commercial and legal documents, 'Rs' or 'Rs.' is written before the numeric amount (Rs. 1,000). The generic typographic symbol ₨ (U+20A8) is occasionally used in print. Note that Pakistan does NOT use the Indian Rupee symbol ₹ (U+20B9).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using the Indian Rupee symbol ₹ (U+20B9) for Pakistani Rupees (Pakistan uses 'Rs' or ₨ U+20A8).
- Thinking Pakistan's first 1948 notes were freshly minted (they were overprinted Reserve Bank of India notes).
- Confusing the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) with the Indian Rupee (INR) in financial databases.
Historical Background & Monetary Evolution
Following the partition of British India in August 1947, Pakistan did not immediately possess its own central banking infrastructure. On April 1, 1948, the Government of Pakistan issued provisional banknotes consisting of overprinted Reserve Bank of India notes inscribed 'Government of Pakistan' (حکومت پاکستان) in English and Urdu. Later that year, on July 1, 1948, the State Bank of Pakistan was founded by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, issuing Pakistan's first independent banknotes in denominations of 5, 10, and 100 rupees. Decimalization occurred in 1961, subdividing the rupee into 100 paisa.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pakistani Rupee (Rs)
Common questions and direct answers regarding currency symbols, typing shortcuts, and international formatting.
What is the official abbreviation for the Pakistani Rupee?
The State Bank of Pakistan and commercial banks officially use the abbreviation 'Rs' (or 'Rs.') in Latin text, and روپے in Urdu.
Did Pakistan use Indian banknotes after independence?
Yes. From April to September 1948, Pakistan issued provisional banknotes created by overprinting existing Reserve Bank of India notes with 'Government of Pakistan', until the State Bank of Pakistan issued its own independent notes in October 1948.
Does Pakistan use the ₹ symbol?
No. The ₹ symbol was created specifically by India in 2010. Pakistan uses 'Rs' or the traditional generic rupee glyph ₨ (U+20A8).