The epicentre of the quake was in the border region of Afghanistan and Tajikistan at the depth of about 200 km, according to Geo TV.
The tremor was felt in various parts of the country including Islamabad, Faisalabad, Mianwali, Peshawar and Sargodah. It also hit Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK).
So far, there was no report of any loss to life or property from any area of Pakistan.