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Pathao 3.2Silver 40 pts
Bangladesh leading super-app for ridesharing, food delivery, courier, and e-commerce logistics, with hundreds of thousands of rider partners. Started with motorcycles in Dhaka in 2015.
Good for DriversDelivery couriers
- Only in 2 countriesBangladesh and Nepal
- Easy sign-upQuick profile or ID check
- Pays via Bank transfer+1 more way to get paid
- Local, in personWork happens near you
- Since
- 2015 11 yrs
Based in- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Web rank
- #54,778 worldwide
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Pathao is a super-app platform where anyone can register to start earning. Fees are 10-15% commission on bike rides, earnings are typically paid out digital wallet withdrawal instant to bkash, within 24 hours to rocket, or cash at one bank atms and you can withdraw via Bank transfer and Mobile banking (bKash). Founded in 2015, Pathao is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is available in Bangladesh and Nepal.
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What people actually earn on Pathao
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What changed
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- Payout speed added: Digital wallet withdrawal instant to bKash, within 24 hours to Rocket, or cash at One Bank ATMs source ↗
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Our rating
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Solid across the board, with no standout strength or weakness.
- Fees3.5
- Getting paid3.0
- Access2.8
- Track record3.5
- Proof of earnings3.0
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Achievements
40 of 100 points from 5 of 14 achievements, Silver tier. Earned from verified facts, never paid for
Verified earningsA sourced figure for what people earn or are paid there+10
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Pathao 50,000 bikes (2018-04)
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Pathao 10–15%
Every platform with this badge →Fast payoutsPays out instantly, daily or on demand+5
Why it matters Money arrives when you need it, not weeks later.
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Pathao Digital wallet withdrawal instant to bKash, within 24 hours to Rocket, or cash at One Bank…
Every platform with this badge →10 years runningFounded at least 10 years ago+5
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Pathao Founded 2015
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Pathao Bangladesh, Nepal
Every platform with this badge →Free to joinNo fee to sign up5
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Every platform with this badge →Low cutTakes 10% or less of what you earn10
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Pathao 10–15%
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Every platform with this badge →Top 10K websiteAmong the world's 10,000 most visited sites (Tranco)5
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Pathao #54,778 worldwide
Every platform with this badge →20 years runningFounded at least 20 years ago5
Why it matters Two decades of paying people is a strong track record.
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Pathao Founded 2015
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Can I join Pathao?
Age, countries, equipment and how sign-up works
Yes, if you live in Bangladesh and Nepal.
You need a smartphone, a motorbike or scooter and a driver's licence. Your profile is reviewed before you start.
Enter your country and age in the quick check and we will tell you here whether Pathao accepts you. Your answers stay on your device.
Check with my country- A smartphone
- A motorbike or scooter
- A driver's licence
No sign-up cost listed.
- Sign upFree
- Quick profile or ID reviewBefore you can start
- Do your first workJobs, tasks or sales
Good to know: You need an Android phone, a valid licence and bike registration papers, and must attend a training session.
Pathao's official requirements ↗Every platform you can join →
Apps and support
Mobile apps, help channels, awards and press
How Pathao compares
Against similar platforms in our directory
- At 10%–15%, Pathao takes a smaller cut than 12 of the 17 ride platforms we track that charge a percentage fee (median 17.5%).
- Pathao is the only one of the 24 ride platforms we track that pays out via Mobile banking.
Compared with the ride platforms in our directory. See them all →
Is Pathao legit?
What we could verify about the company
Pathao is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2015 (11 years)
- Headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Has a Wikipedia article
- Its domain pathao.com was registered in 2015 (registry record)
- Among the world's top 100,000 websites by traffic (Tranco rank #54,778)
Listing last updated October 2026 · how we verify platforms · Missing or out of date? Tell us
Pathao in public records
Company filings, web traffic and app store data
- Website rank
- #54,778 worldwideAmong the top 100,000 sites (pathao.com)
- Domain registered
- May 2015pathao.com, 11 years ago
Sources: Tranco · RDAP registry. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
Pathao timeline
Founding, funding, milestones and news
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Founded
Pathao founded
Headquarters today: Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Milestone
50,000 bikes
Pathao said it had 50,000 bikes on its platform in Bangladesh in April 2018, handling about a million rides a month.
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Pathao
How much does Pathao charge?
Pathao fees: 10-15% commission on bike rides. On a $100 payment that leaves you about $85–$90, before withdrawal or conversion costs.
How do you get paid on Pathao?
Pathao pays out via Bank transfer and Mobile banking (bKash). Timing: Digital wallet withdrawal instant to bKash, within 24 hours to Rocket, or cash at One Bank ATMs.
Which countries is Pathao available in?
Bangladesh and Nepal. Its main focus is Bangladesh and Nepal.
How much do people earn on Pathao?
Pathao said it had 50,000 bikes on its platform in Bangladesh in April 2018, handling about a million rides a month. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is Pathao legit?
Yes, Pathao is a real, operating platform: operating since 2015 (11 years), headquartered in Dhaka, Bangladesh and has a Wikipedia article. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best Pathao alternatives?
Similar platforms include Grab, Gojek, Careem and 99. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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Pathao alternatives
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GojekIndonesia super-app for rides, deliveries, and services, with millions of driver partners. Drivers earn across ride-hailing, food delivery, and courier work in one app.
Fees ~20% commission (8% cap on bike rides from Jul 2026)gojek.com
CareemThe leading ride-hailing and everything app across the Middle East and North Africa (it left Pakistan in July 2025), owned by Uber. Captains earn from rides, deliveries, and more.
Fees ~20-25% commission per ridecareem.com
99A Brazilian ride-hailing platform owned by DiDi since 2018, with food delivery relaunched as 99Food. Drivers sign up with a car or motorbike and earn per trip.
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LyftThe second-largest ride-hailing platform in North America, with open sign-up for drivers who meet vehicle and background requirements. Drivers earn per ride plus tips and can cash out instantly.
Fees Service fee varies by ridelyft.com
OlaIndia largest homegrown ride-hailing platform, where drivers sign up with their car, bike, or auto-rickshaw. Operates across hundreds of Indian cities.
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