AUCTION: Mining Lease Rights for Precious, Semi-Precious Gemstones and Radioactive Minerals in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2026-27)

NOTE: This is an AUCTION/LEASE notice, not a procurement tender. Bidders pay the department to acquire ownership, lease, rental, or collection rights. The Directorate General Mines and Minerals Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar, invites sealed bids for the auction of mining lease rights for precious and semi-precious gemstones, radioactive minerals, and precious/base metal groups for the financial year 2026-27. This public auction is open to eligible JV holders and permit holders, offering a significant opportunity to acquire mining rights in various districts across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The auction will be conducted as per the schedule and terms outlined below. Items being auctioned: - District Kohistan: Reserve Price Rs. 7,333,333, Earnest Money Rs. 733,334 - District Shangla: Reserve Price Rs. 14,000,000, Earnest Money Rs. 1,400,000 - District Chitral: Reserve Price Rs. 1,000,000, Earnest Money Rs. 100,000 - District Mansehra: Reserve Price Rs. 207,333,333, Earnest Money Rs. 20,733,333 - District Abbottabad: Reserve Price Rs. 233,333,333, Earnest Money Rs. 23,333,334 - District Swat: Reserve Price Rs. 26,666,667, Earnest Money Rs. 2,666,666 - District Dir Upper: Reserve Price Rs. 6,666,667, Earnest Money Rs. 666,666 - District Dir Lower: Reserve Price Rs. 6,666,667, Earnest Money Rs. 666,666 - District Haripur: Reserve Price Rs. 100,000,000, Earnest Money Rs. 10,000,000 - District Orakzai: Reserve Price Rs. 43,333,333, Earnest Money Rs. 4,333,334 - District Dera Adam Khel, Kohat: Reserve Price Rs. 606,666,666, Earnest Money Rs. 60,666,666 - District FR Peshawar: Reserve Price Rs. 4,000,000, Earnest Money Rs. 400,000 The technical scope covers mining lease rights for a wide range of minerals, including gemstones and radioactive minerals, across the listed districts. The lease period is up to 30 June 2027. Bidders must submit applications with all required documents, including a valid JV/permit registration, up-to-date bank statement for the last six months, and a CDR deposit as earnest money. Only those registered with the KPRA and fulfilling all eligibility criteria will be considered. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Directorate General Mines and Minerals Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar, by 29 October 2026 at 11:00 am. The auction will be held on 1 November 2026 at 11:00 am. For best results, ensure your CDR and supporting documents are complete and up to date, as incomplete applications will not be entertained. A practical tip: prepare your bank statement and CDR well in advance to avoid last-minute issues and ensure compliance with all eligibility requirements.