How is Pakistan electricity bill calculated?

Pakistan electricity bill = (Units consumed × Tariff rate per slab) + FPA (Rs 0.48/unit) + FC Surcharge (Rs 0.43/unit) + NJ Surcharge (Rs 0.10/unit) + GST (17%) + Electricity Duty (1.5%) + TV Fee (Rs 35) + Meter Rent. Protected consumers (≤200 units average) get subsidized slab rates.

What is the electricity tariff rate in Pakistan 2026?

Pakistan 2026 NEPRA domestic tariff: Protected slab 1 (1-100 units) Rs 13.48/unit, Protected slab 2 (101-200 units) Rs 18.58/unit. Unprotected: slab 1 Rs 23.59/unit up to slab 7 at Rs 48.84/unit for above 700 units.

What is FPA in electricity bill?

FPA (Fuel Price Adjustment) is a monthly variable charge on your electricity bill based on actual fuel costs. In 2026 it is approximately Rs 0.48 per unit consumed, though it changes every month based on NEPRA determination.

What is the difference between Protected and Unprotected electricity consumer?

Protected consumers average ≤200 units/month over the last 6 months. They get heavily subsidized rates starting at Rs 13.48/unit. Unprotected consumers face rates starting at Rs 23.59/unit from the very first unit — nearly double the Protected rate.

March 2026 NEPRA Approved Free

Pakistan Electricity Bill Calculator 2026

Enter your units consumed to get an accurate bill estimate with full breakdown — all WAPDA DISCOs and K-Electric. Updated for March 2026 NEPRA tariff.

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Units Consumed (kWh)

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FPA This Month (Rs/unit)

Current: Rs 0.48/unit (March 2026)

Meter Rent (Rs/month)

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NEPRA 2026 Tariff Slabs — Domestic Consumers

Consumer Type	Units (kWh)	Rate (Rs/unit)	Annual Saving vs Unprotected
Protected (avg ≤200 units/mo)	1 – 100 units	Rs 13.48	Saves ~Rs 10/unit vs Unprotected
Protected (avg ≤200 units/mo)	101 – 200 units	Rs 18.58	Saves ~Rs 5/unit vs Unprotected
Unprotected (avg >200 units/mo)	1 – 100 units	Rs 23.59	—
	101 – 200 units	Rs 30.07	—
	201 – 300 units	Rs 34.26	—
	301 – 400 units	Rs 39.15	—
	401 – 500 units	Rs 41.36	—
	501 – 600 units	Rs 42.78	—
	601 – 700 units	Rs 43.92	—
	700+ units	Rs 48.84	—

Source: NEPRA. Rates are NEPRA-approved for 2026. FPA (Rs 0.48/unit), FC Surcharge (Rs 0.43/unit), NJ Surcharge (Rs 0.10/unit), and GST (17%) apply additionally on all slabs.

Every Charge on Your Pakistan Electricity Bill — Explained

Tariff Charge (Energy Charge)

Units × Rs/unit (based on your slab)

The core electricity usage charge. Calculated slab-by-slab — units in each range are charged at that slab's rate. Unprotected consumers pay the slab rate from the very first unit.

FPA — Fuel Price Adjustment

Units × Rs 0.48/unit (March 2026)

Variable monthly charge determined by NEPRA based on actual fuel costs for generating electricity. Positive FPA = you pay extra. Negative FPA = credit on bill. Changes every month.

FC Surcharge — Fixed Charge Surcharge

Units × Rs 0.43/unit

Capacity payment charges levied to pay IPPs (Independent Power Producers) for electricity generation capacity contracted by the government, whether used or not.

NJ Surcharge — Neelum Jhelum Surcharge

Units × Rs 0.10/unit

Financing surcharge for the Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Project (969 MW) near Muzaffarabad, AJK. Applied uniformly to all consumers nationwide.

GST — General Sales Tax

(Energy + FPA + FC + NJ) × 17%

17% GST levied on electricity charges as per Pakistan's tax laws. Not applicable to Electricity Duty or fixed charges.

Electricity Duty

Energy Charges × 1.5%

Provincial tax on electricity consumption. Rate may vary slightly by province but is generally 1.5%.

TV License Fee

Rs 35 per month (fixed)

A government-mandated fixed charge added to every domestic electricity bill regardless of TV ownership. Collected by DISCOs on behalf of PTV.

Meter Rent

~Rs 800–1,200 per month (varies by DISCO)

Monthly rental for the electricity meter. LESCO and large DISCOs typically charge Rs 1,000/month. Check your bill for your specific DISCO's rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this calculator?

This calculator uses the exact NEPRA 2026 domestic tariff slabs and current FPA/surcharge rates. It gives a close estimate. Your actual bill may differ slightly due to DISCO-specific meter rent amounts, QTR charges, or any arrears from previous months.

Why does my bill jump so much when I cross 200 units?

Protected consumers (average ≤200 units) pay Rs 13.48–18.58/unit. The moment your average crosses 200 units over 6 months, you become Unprotected — and ALL units are charged at the Unprotected slab rates starting at Rs 23.59/unit from unit 1. This can add Rs 3,000–8,000 to your bill instantly.

What is the difference between this month's bill and last month's?

Your bill changes due to: (1) Different units consumed, (2) Monthly FPA change by NEPRA, (3) Category change from Protected to Unprotected or vice versa, (4) Seasonal surcharges, (5) Meter reading errors or estimated bills catching up.

How do I stay in the Protected category?

Your category is based on a 6-month rolling average. If your average stays at or below 200 units per month over any 6-month window, you remain Protected. To manage this: avoid running ACs at full blast during summer, use inverter appliances, and turn off geysers when not needed.

Does this calculator work for K-Electric (Karachi) too?

Partially. K-Electric uses similar tariff slabs but applies its own FCA (Fuel Cost Adjustment) which differs from WAPDA's FPA. For an accurate KE bill estimate, use the same formula but replace FPA with KE's current FCA — typically similar in magnitude to WAPDA's FPA.

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