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GEPCO Tariff Rates 2026: Complete Guide to Electricity Unit Prices & Slabs

📅 Last Updated: February 05, 2026 • 📖 10 min read

Understanding GEPCO electricity tariff rates is essential for every consumer in Gujranwala and surrounding districts. As one of Punjab's key industrial regions, knowing the latest 2026 rates helps consumers budget accurately and optimize electricity costs.

This comprehensive guide covers all GEPCO tariff categories including domestic (residential), commercial, industrial, and agricultural rates, along with additional charges like FPA and taxes.

📢 Important Notice

Tariff rates are subject to change based on NEPRA determinations. The rates mentioned here are based on the latest NEPRA notification dated January 2026. Always verify your exact rate from your electricity bill.

GEPCO Coverage Area

Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) provides electricity to:

  • Gujranwala
  • Gujrat
  • Sialkot
  • Narowal
  • Hafizabad
  • Mandi Bahauddin

Domestic Tariff A-1 (Residential)

Protected Consumers (Monthly Average ≤ 200 Units)

Protected consumers receive government-subsidized rates. To qualify, your average monthly consumption over the past 6 billing cycles must be 200 units or less.

Consumption Slab Variable Rate (PKR/kWh) Fixed Charges (PKR/kW/Month)
1 - 100 Units 7.74 Nil
101 - 200 Units 10.06 Nil

Non-Protected Consumers (Monthly Average > 200 Units)

If your 6-month average exceeds 200 units, you're classified as Non-Protected and pay higher rates.

Consumption Slab Variable Rate (PKR/kWh) Fixed Charges (PKR/kW/Month)
1 - 100 Units 16.48 75
101 - 200 Units 21.32 75
201 - 300 Units 25.09 175
301 - 400 Units 29.04 350
401 - 500 Units 33.24 400
501 - 600 Units 36.66 450
601 - 700 Units 39.89 500
Above 700 Units 42.72 550

Commercial Tariff A-2

Commercial consumers in GEPCO region pay flat-rate tariffs:

Category Variable Rate (PKR/kWh) Fixed Charges
Up to 5 kW 39.50 Nil
Above 5 kW 41.35 440/kW/month

Industrial Tariff Rates

Sialkot and Gujranwala's sports goods, surgical instruments, and ceramics industries benefit from these rates:

B-1: Small Industry (Up to 25 kW)

Variable Rate: PKR 27.50/kWh | Fixed: 300/kW/month

B-2: Medium Industry (25-500 kW)

Peak Rate: PKR 33.25/kWh | Off-Peak: PKR 24.50/kWh | Fixed: 360/kW/month

B-3: Large Industry (Above 500 kW)

Peak Rate: PKR 31.80/kWh | Off-Peak: PKR 23.75/kWh | Fixed: 380/kW/month

Agricultural Tariff D (Tube Wells)

Agricultural consumers with tube wells:

  • Flat Rate: PKR 14.00/kWh (for connections up to 10 HP)
  • SCARP Area: PKR 12.50/kWh

Understanding Additional Charges

Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA)

FPA is a monthly adjustment reflecting actual fuel costs vs. reference costs. It can range from -PKR 3 to +PKR 8 per unit.

Taxes & Surcharges

  • GST: 18% on total bill (exempt for lifeline consumers)
  • FC Surcharge: PKR 0.43/unit
  • NJ Surcharge: Variable
  • TV Fee: PKR 35 (for domestic consumers)

Tips to Reduce Your GEPCO Bill

  1. Stay within 200 units to qualify as Protected consumer
  2. Use inverter technology appliances
  3. For industrial units: Consider Time of Use (ToU) metering
  4. Solar net metering is increasingly popular in industrial areas
  5. Shift heavy usage to off-peak hours

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