Among the National Assembly seats, independents clinched 101 victories, with BBC analysis indicating that 93 of these were secured by PTI-endorsed candidates. This places them ahead of the PMLN led by former PM Nawaz Sharif, who secured 75 seats, leaving the formation of the government uncertain.
As negotiations persist, unsuccessful independent candidates have inundated courts with accusations of vote tampering. Both PTI and PMLN express intentions to form the next government.
The election's outcome surprised many, as observers anticipated a victory for Sharif's party, perceived to have support from the powerful military, especially since Khan's imprisonment and his party's exclusion from the ballot.
To govern, a candidate must demonstrate leadership over a coalition with a simple majority of 169 seats in the National Assembly.
Bilawal Bhutto of PPP, the third-largest vote recipient, asserts no formal discussions with PTI or PMLN have taken place. However, PMLN confirms an informal meeting between Bhutto's father and Sharif's brother in Lahore.
The MQM party, based in Karachi, has unexpectedly made a strong return, securing 17 seats, potentially impacting coalition dynamics.
Out of the National Assembly's 366 seats, 266 are decided by direct voting, while 70 are reserved, with allocations based on party strength. Independent candidates are not eligible for these reserved seats.
Ahead of potential protests, police have preemptively blocked streets near the electoral commission building in Rawalpindi, with authorities in Islamabad prepared to take action against demonstrators.
The chairman of PTI urged for calm protests outside electoral commission offices due to concerns over alleged "forged" results.
On Saturday, Mr. Sharif, perceived to be supported by the military, appealed to other parties to collaborate with him in establishing a unity government.
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Experts caution that Pakistan may be entering a phase of prolonged political instability.
Dr. Farzana Shaikh of the Chatham House think tank conveyed to the BBC that it's improbable for the Khan-affiliated independents to form a government. Many are apprehensive that a tie-up between Mr. Sharif and the PPP could lead to a feeble and unstable coalition.
Meanwhile, at least six candidates supported by PTI, who failed to secure seats, have filed legal challenges in courts aiming to overturn the results.
Among them is Yasmin Rashid, who contested against Mr. Sharif in Lahore. The petitioners allege collusion in the alteration of specific election result forms.
Pakistani officials have refuted any claims of irregularities.
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