The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has approved the federal government’s request to maintain a uniform electricity base tariff for 2026 across Pakistan, including Karachi.
The decision has been forwarded to the Power Division for issuance of the official notification. The new tariff structure will take effect from January 1, 2026.
No Change in Base Tariff Despite Earlier Cut Approval
Earlier, NEPRA had approved a reduction of Rs 0.62 per unit in the base tariff for 2026. However, under the uniform tariff policy, the government decided to keep electricity prices unchanged nationwide, citing ongoing subsidies for consumers.
Domestic Electricity Tariff for 2026 (Unit-wise)
Protected Consumers
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1–100 units: Rs 10.54 per unit
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101–200 units: Rs 13.01 per unit
Non-Protected Consumers
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1–100 units: Rs 22.44 per unit
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101–200 units: Rs 28.91 per unit
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201–300 units: Rs 33.10 per unit
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301–400 units: Rs 37.99 per unit
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401–500 units: Rs 40.22 per unit
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501–600 units: Rs 41.62 per unit
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601–700 units: Rs 42.76 per unit
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Above 700 units: Rs 47.69 per unit
The highest domestic electricity tariff remains Rs 47.69 per unit, excluding taxes and duties.
Lifeline Consumers Tariff (Unchanged)
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Up to 50 units: Rs 3.95 per unit
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51–100 units: Rs 7.74 per unit
Important Note for Consumers
Actual electricity bills may be higher than base rates due to:
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Taxes
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Fuel price adjustments
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Provincial and federal duties
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Additional surcharges
Why Tariff Was Kept Unchanged
According to officials, the government is already providing over Rs 600 billion in electricity subsidies, especially for protected and lifeline consumers. Maintaining a uniform tariff is aimed at price stability and consumer protection during economic recovery.
🔍 What This Means for You
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No immediate increase or decrease in electricity base prices in 2026
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High-usage households will continue to pay higher slab rates
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Subsidies remain in place for low-income and lifeline consumers
