How to Find SEPCO Reference Number — Where is it on Your Bill?
Quick Answer: The SEPCO reference number is a 14-digit number on the top-right of your bill labeled "Ref. No." — directly above the barcode. It contains only digits, no letters.
If you want to check your Sukkur Electric Power Company (SEPCO) electricity bill online — whether you live in Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, or any other northern-Sindh district — you need your 14-digit reference number. This number is the unique identifier that lets any bill-checking service locate your account in SEPCO's database. The reference number never changes, so once you've found it on any previous bill, you can use it forever. This guide shows you exactly where on the bill to find it, what it looks like, and how to recover it if you've lost all your old bills.
Where Exactly is the SEPCO Reference Number?
On every SEPCO electricity bill, look at the top section of the page. On the right side, you will find a bold number labeled "Ref. No." or "Reference No." — this is your 14-digit reference number. It is always printed directly above or next to the barcode on the bill, in the same position every month.
// SEPCO Bill — Top Right Section
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ SEPCO Electricity Bill │
│ Consumer: [Your Name] │
│ District: Sukkur │
│ ┌──────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ Ref. No: 01234567890123 │ │ ← Here!
│ │ Customer ID: 1234567890 │ │
│ └──────────────────────────┘ │
│ [████████ BARCODE ████████] │
└─────────────────────────────────┘
The reference number is printed in bold, larger font than the surrounding text so it stands out. It's positioned identically on every SEPCO bill — old bills from 2018 will have it in the same spot as bills from 2026.
What Does the SEPCO Reference Number Look Like?
- Always exactly 14 digits — never more, never less
- Only numbers — no letters (A, B, C) or dashes
- Example:
01234567890123 - Printed in bold near the top-right of your bill
- Labeled "Ref. No." or "Reference No."
- Stays the same every month (only changes if feeder reassigned)
- SEPCO reference numbers typically begin with digits 0–4 (regional prefix)
Can't Find Your SEPCO Reference Number?
If you've lost all previous bills — common in rural Sindh where postal delivery is unreliable — here are the recovery options:
1. Check any old bill
Your reference number never changes. Any previous SEPCO bill — even one from years ago — has the same reference number. Ask family, neighbors, or your landlord if they have an old bill from your connection.
2. Use your 10-digit Customer ID
The SEPCO Customer ID also works on our bill checker. Click the "Customer ID" tab on pakistanbill.online/sepco-bill/ and enter your 10-digit ID. The Customer ID is printed just below the reference number on every bill.
3. Call SEPCO helpline 118 or 071-9210055
Provide your CNIC number, full name, and address. The customer service representative can retrieve your reference number after verifying your identity. Have your CNIC card ready when calling.
4. Visit your nearest SEPCO circle office
Bring your CNIC and proof of residence (tenancy agreement, ownership deed). Circle offices exist in Sukkur (HQ, Minara Road), Larkana, Khairpur, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Ghotki, and Kashmore. The office can issue a duplicate bill printout.
5. Check your mobile wallet payment history
If you've ever paid your SEPCO bill via JazzCash, EasyPaisa, or a bank app, the reference number is saved in your payment history. Open the app → Payment History → look for past utility bill payments.
SEPCO Reference Number vs Customer ID
SEPCO bills display two different identifiers. Knowing the difference helps when checking bills and filing complaints:
| Feature | Reference Number | Customer ID |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 14 digits | 10 digits |
| Position on bill | Top-right (above barcode) | Top-right (below reference) |
| Changes over time? | Only if feeder reassigned | Never |
| Used for | Online bill check, payment | Account identification, complaints |
| Works on our checker? | Yes (default tab) | Yes (Customer ID tab) |
| Accepted at banks? | Yes | No — banks need reference |
Common Mistakes When Entering the Reference Number
- Missing leading zero: When copy-pasting, the first "0" often gets cut off. Always count the digits — must be exactly 14.
- Entering the Customer ID by mistake: Customer ID is 10 digits and won't work in the reference number field. Use the Customer ID tab instead.
- Confusing meter number with reference number: Meter number is printed separately (usually shorter, with letters) and identifies the physical meter. Reference number is digits-only and identifies your billing account.
- Entering dashes or spaces: The system rejects special characters. Enter 14 digits without any separators.
- Using an HESCO number on the SEPCO checker: HESCO covers lower Sindh (Hyderabad, Nawabshah). SEPCO covers upper Sindh (Sukkur, Larkana). They have separate databases — using a HESCO reference on our SEPCO checker will return "bill not found".