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

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

Understanding PESCO electricity tariff rates is essential for every consumer in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This comprehensive guide covers all tariff categories for 2026.

📢 Important Notice

Tariff rates are subject to change based on NEPRA determinations. Always verify your exact rate from your electricity bill.

PESCO Coverage Area

Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) provides electricity to:

  • Peshawar
  • Mardan
  • Swat
  • Nowshera
  • Charsadda
  • Abbottabad
  • Kohat
  • Bannu
  • D.I. Khan

Domestic Tariff A-1 (Residential)

Protected Consumers (Monthly Average ≤ 200 Units)

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

Non-Protected Consumers (Monthly Average > 200 Units)

Consumption Slab Rate (PKR/kWh) Fixed Charges
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

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

Industrial Tariff Rates

B-1: Small Industry

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

B-2: Medium Industry

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

Agricultural Tariff D

Flat Rate: PKR 14.00/kWh (for connections up to 10 HP)

Tips to Reduce Your PESCO Bill

  1. Stay within 200 units for Protected status
  2. KPK's cooler climate means lower AC usage - optimize accordingly
  3. Consider solar installations - excellent sunlight in most areas
  4. Use energy-efficient heating during winter

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