LESCO Unit Rates 2026 – Per-Unit Tariff Table
Last updated: October 2026
Latest Nepra-approved electricity tariff for LESCO consumers — searchable, sortable and SEO-friendly.
Electricity Unit Price in Pakistan (2026)
NEPRA sets one uniform residential tariff for the government distribution companies, so the electricity rate per unit in Pakistan is the same for LESCO as for the other DISCOs (K-Electric in Karachi has its own schedule). In 2026 the base price of 1 unit runs from Rs 3.95 for lifeline users to Rs 47.20 for homes above 700 units, depending on your slab. These are prices before GST, electricity duty and FPA, which the tables below and the bill calculator add on top.
Protected Users — Residential Tariff
For households consuming ≤200 units for 6 consecutive months. GST exempt.
| 01 — 100 units | Rs 10.54 |
| 101 — 200 units | Rs 13.01 |
Non-Protected Users — Residential Tariff
Standard residential slab rates for LESCO consumers.
| 01 — 100 units | Rs 22.44 |
| 101 — 200 units | Rs 28.91 |
| 201 — 300 units | Rs 33.10 |
| 301 — 400 units | Rs 36.46 |
| 401 — 500 units | Rs 38.95 |
| 501 — 600 units | Rs 40.22 |
| 601 — 700 units | Rs 41.85 |
| Above 700 units | Rs 47.20 |
100 Units Estimate
Rs 1,759
Protected user, taxes included
See full breakdown
200 Units Estimate
Rs 3,533
Protected user, taxes included
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Commercial Tariff (A-2)
Shops, offices and small commercial connections.
| A-2 Commercial (>5 kW) | Rs 43.35 |
| A-2 Commercial (≤5 kW) | Rs 38.70 |
Peak Hour Rates (Time-of-Use)
Time-of-use rates for residential and commercial ToU meters. Peak hours vary by season.
| Commercial (A-2b) ToU Off-Peak | Rs 35.22 |
| Commercial (A-2b) ToU Peak | Rs 42.96 |
| Residential ToU Off-Peak | Rs 34.53 |
| Residential ToU Peak | Rs 46.85 |
Peak hours vary by season — see our peak hours guide for the current peak window in each month.
Taxes & Surcharges Explained
General Sales Tax on subtotal. Protected users exempt.
Provincial duty on energy charges.
Fuel Charges Adjustment for October 2026 bills (NEPRA S.R.O. 1754(I)/2026, on August 2026 consumption).
Nepra quarterly tariff adjustment (none active).
Financing-cost surcharge (Rs 1.43/unit for protected).
Flat monthly PTV licence fee.
- Rates effective
- 12 Feb 2026
- Last reviewed
- October 2026
- Source
- Government of Pakistan S.R.O. 279(I)/2026, Annex A-1 (NEPRA-determined residential tariff)
Tariffs, fuel adjustments and taxes change often. Figures here are estimates from an independent site, not LESCO or PITC — always check your actual bill.
Common questions
What is the electricity unit price in Pakistan in 2026?
Under NEPRA's uniform tariff (S.R.O. 279(I)/2026), residential units cost Rs 3.95–7.74 for lifeline users, Rs 10.54–13.01 for protected users and Rs 22.44–47.20 for non-protected users, before taxes and FPA. K-Electric customers in Karachi follow a separate schedule.
What is the price of 1 unit of electricity in Pakistan?
It depends on your slab. A non-protected home using 101–200 units pays Rs 28.91 per unit, while above 700 units it is Rs 47.20. GST, electricity duty and FPA are then added, so the final cost per unit on your bill is higher.
What are the latest LESCO unit rates?
Protected users pay Rs 10.54–13.01/unit. Non-protected residential users pay Rs 22.44–47.20/unit depending on slab (October 2026, S.R.O. 279(I)/2026). Commercial rates start at Rs 38.70/unit.
How many slabs are there in the LESCO tariff?
Non-protected residential consumers have 8 slabs from 01–100 units up to above 700 units. Protected consumers have 2 slabs (up to 100 and 101–200 units).
Are peak hour rates different in LESCO?
Yes. Time-of-use (ToU) consumers pay more for units used in the peak window, which varies by season. Residential ToU peak is Rs 46.85/unit versus Rs 34.53/unit off-peak.