Tractor Sazi defender Farzin Garousian scored an own goal in the 15th minute.
Amir Nasr Azadani equalized the match in the 64th minute but Amir Roostaei scored the winner in the 90th minute.
Furthermore, Gostaresh Foolad and Sepahan played out a goalless draw, Sepidrood Rasht beat Padideh 2-1, Siahjamegan lost to Sanat Naft 1-0 and Foolad drew 1-1 with Saipa.
Paykan sits first with 20 points. Pars Jonoubi is second with 19 points and one game in hands.
Persepolis is third with 17 points with two games in hands.