In Pakistan, a "copy" is a school notebook — typically B5 size, 100 pages, center-stapled, single-line ruled, with a card cover. Wholesale copies are sold by the carton (typically 144 pcs/carton for B5). Hero Notes (Munawar Sons) in Urdu Bazar, Lahore manufactures copies in bulk with MOQ starting at 5 cartons and nationwide delivery across Pakistan.
What Is a “Copy” in Pakistan?
The word “copy” in Pakistani English refers to a school exercise notebook — the standard ruled writing book that every student uses daily. It is also called a “notebook” or “kitab” informally.
A standard school copy in Pakistan:
- Size: B5 (176×250 mm) — the most common size for primary and secondary school
- Pages: 100 pages (50 leaves)
- Paper: 55 GSM, white, single-line ruled
- Binding: Center-stapled (stitched through the middle)
- Cover: Card cover (light card, printed with lines, name box, class, subject fields)
The A4 200-page notebook is also common at secondary and college levels — larger and heavier, used as a full-year subject book.
The Copy Market in Pakistan
The school copy market is among the largest segments of Pakistani stationery. With over 25 million school-enrolled students across the country, the annual requirement for copies runs into hundreds of millions of units.
Demand is highly seasonal:
- June–September: Peak buying season for back-to-school
- January–February: Mid-year purchasing by some schools
- October–November: Year-end restocking by retailers
Retailers and distributors who plan ahead and place bulk orders in May–June consistently get better prices and guaranteed supply.
Specifications to Confirm Before You Order Copies Wholesale
When requesting a quote or placing a bulk copy order, always specify:
| Specification | Options | Recommended for most |
|---|---|---|
| Size | B5, A4 | B5 for primary; A4 for secondary |
| Page count | 100, 200 | 100-page for high turnover retail |
| GSM | 55, 60 | 55 GSM standard |
| Ruling | Single-line, Double-line | Single-line for most |
| Binding | Center-stapled, Perfect-bound | Center-stapled for copies |
| Cover | Standard, Custom printed | Custom for school name |
Never order without confirming GSM — low GSM paper (50 or below) causes bleed-through and buyer complaints.
MOQ and Carton Quantities
Hero Notes copy MOQ:
| Product | Pcs per Carton | MOQ | Min. Total Pcs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100-Page B5 Notebook | 144 pcs | 5 cartons | 720 pcs |
| 200-Page A4 Notebook | 100 pcs | 5 cartons | 500 pcs |
For reference: a retail stationery shop serving a residential area might sell 200–400 copies per month during school season. That is 1–3 cartons of B5 copies per month, making a 5-carton minimum order a 2–3 month supply.
A mid-size distributor supplying 10–20 shops will typically order 20–50 cartons per month during peak season.
What Custom Printing on Copies Looks Like
Schools increasingly want their name and logo printed on student copies. This creates a branded product and is standard practice for private schools across Pakistan.
Custom printing typically includes:
- School name on the front cover
- School logo and address
- Optional: class, subject, and student name fields with school branding
Hero Notes offers custom printing on copies. Learn more about custom printing.
For custom printing, MOQ is higher than for standard copies. Lead time is 10–15 business days. Ask us for a custom copy quote.
Pricing: What’s Normal for Copy Wholesale?
Copy prices in Pakistan vary based on:
- Paper quality (GSM)
- Page count
- Cover type
- Custom printing vs. standard
- Order quantity
Because paper costs fluctuate with raw material markets, copy wholesale prices are not fixed throughout the year. Hero Notes quotes based on current paper costs and your specified quantity. Contact us on WhatsApp for a current price list.
How to Place Your First Bulk Copy Order
- Decide on specs: size, page count, ruling, custom or standard cover
- WhatsApp Hero Notes with your specs, quantity, and city
- Receive a quotation with per-carton price and delivery cost
- Confirm and pay (100% advance for new buyers)
- Receive delivery in 3–7 business days (standard orders)
View copy specifications or WhatsApp Hero Notes for a current wholesale quote on school copies in Pakistan.