ISLAMABAD: Electricity consumers in Pakistan are likely to receive a major relief of Rs1.75 per unit over the next three months, from June to August 2026, following significant savings in the power sector. The reduction comes after nearly Rs64 billion in savings, mainly due to lower capacity charges paid to power producers during January–March 2026.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has scheduled a public hearing on May 19 after power distribution companies (Discos) requested a refund of Rs63.94 billion under the Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA) mechanism. If approved, this will translate into a negative QTA, reducing electricity bills for consumers nationwide.
Currently, users are paying around 42 paisa per unit as a positive QTA due to higher costs in late 2025. This charge is set to expire, and the new negative QTA will bring a net reduction of approximately Rs2.15 per unit. However, experts warn that rising fuel costs and expensive imports could partially offset the relief through monthly fuel cost adjustments.
The savings primarily come from reduced capacity charges, which account for about Rs37 billion. Additional savings were recorded from service charges and market operator fees, along with the government’s incremental consumption package for industries and agriculture.
Among distribution companies, Faisalabad Electric Supply Company reported the highest savings, followed by Hyderabad Electric Supply Company and Peshawar Electric Supply Company. Other major contributors include Lahore, Islamabad, and Multan electric supply companies.
The revised tariff structure is part of the government’s shift to a calendar-year tariff system introduced from January 1, 2026. This change aims to improve transparency and align electricity pricing with actual costs.
If implemented, the relief will also apply to K-Electric consumers, offering temporary financial relief amid rising inflation and energy costs. However, certain protected consumers under special tariff packages may not benefit from these adjustments.
