Updated: July 2026
In 2026, the GEPCO per unit price ranges from about Rs 3.95 per unit for the lowest lifeline users to around Rs 42–47 per unit for the highest household slab, before taxes and adjustments. Protected domestic consumers pay a subsidised rate near Rs 10.54 per unit up to 100 units. These are NEPRA-notified domestic slab rates for the 2025–26 tariff year (in effect from 1 July 2025) and continue into 2026 until a fresh tariff is notified. Because rates are revised periodically, always confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
Your actual rate depends on how many units you use in a month and whether you are a protected or non-protected consumer. GEPCO supplies Gujranwala, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Mandi Bahauddin and Hafizabad, and the same slab structure applies across all of these districts.
If you just want to see your latest amount, you can check your GEPCO bill online in a few seconds. This guide is about the rates behind that number, so you understand the bijli ki qeemat you are paying. When you are ready to clear it, our GEPCO bill payment online guide shows the fastest ways. You can also check any bijli bill online for other companies.
GEPCO Electricity Rates 2026
GEPCO uses a slab system. The more units you use, the higher the rate on the extra units. Domestic consumers are split into two groups: protected and non-protected.
Protected consumers use 200 units or fewer for the recent months, have no AC registered on the meter, and a sanctioned load under 5 kW. They get a lower rate. Everyone else is non-protected and pays the standard rate.
The table below shows the approximate GEPCO tariff 2026 for domestic users. These are energy rates only. Taxes and monthly adjustments are added on top.
| Monthly units | Protected rate (Rs/unit) | Non-protected rate (Rs/unit) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–50 (lifeline) | 3.95 | — |
| 51–100 (lifeline) | 7.74 | — |
| 1–100 | 10.54 | approx. 23–24 |
| 101–200 | approx. 14–16 | approx. 24–25 |
| 201–300 | — | 26.50 |
| 301–400 | — | 29.85 |
| 401–500 | — | 32.63 |
| 501–600 | — | 35.53 |
| 601–700 | — | 37.56 |
| Above 700 | — | 42.72 (up to ~47.69 max) |
Treat every figure in this table as indicative, not exact. Rates marked “approx.” shift with each NEPRA decision, and all of them can change on rebasing, so always confirm the exact rate printed on your latest bill. The maximum domestic tariff has been set near Rs 47.69 per unit, so no household slab should go above that on the energy rate.
One thing to know about the gepco unit rate today: once your monthly usage crosses a slab boundary, the higher rate can apply to more of your units, not just the extra ones. That is why a small jump in usage can raise your bill by a lot.
How to Calculate Your GEPCO Bill from Units
You can estimate your bill by hand before it arrives. Here is a simple GEPCO bill calculator method.
- Find your units used. Subtract last month’s meter reading from this month’s reading, or read the “units consumed” line on your bill.
- Find your slab. Match your total units to the slab in the table above.
- Multiply units by the slab rate to get the energy cost.
- Add fixed charges if they apply to your slab.
- Add taxes and adjustments: GST, electricity duty, FPA, and any TV fee.
- Subtract any advance or add any arrears carried over.
Worked Example: 300 Units (Approximate)
Say you are a non-protected consumer who used 300 units this month. This example is rough and only meant to show the method. Your real bill will differ.
- Energy cost: 300 units fall in the 201–300 band. At about Rs 26.50 per unit, that is roughly 300 × 26.50 = Rs 7,950 as a simple estimate.
- Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA): this changes every month. Assume Rs 1–3 per unit. On 300 units that is roughly Rs 300–900.
- Electricity duty: usually about 1.5% of the energy cost, so around Rs 120.
- GST at 18%: applied on the energy and most charges. On roughly Rs 8,000 that is about Rs 1,440.
- TV fee: Rs 35 (if applicable).
Rough total: around Rs 9,900 to Rs 10,500. Treat this as a ballpark only. The 1 unit bijli price you actually pay includes several add-ons, so a hand estimate will never match to the rupee. Confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
Extra Charges on Your Bill
The per unit rate is only part of your bill. These extra items are added on top and explain why your total is higher than units × rate.
Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA): This adjusts for the actual cost of fuel used to make electricity. It changes every month and can be a plus or, sometimes, a minus.
Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA): A charge added every three months to cover capacity and other approved costs. It appears as a separate line.
Electricity duty: A small provincial charge, usually a low percentage of your energy cost.
General Sales Tax (GST): Currently 18% on most of the bill. This is often the single biggest add-on.
TV licence fee: A fixed monthly fee (around Rs 35) collected through the bill.
Fixed charges and meter rent: Higher-usage slabs can carry a fixed monthly charge. For usage over 600 units, the fixed charge has been around Rs 675. Some connections also carry a small meter rent.
Why Did My GEPCO Bill Increase This Month?
A higher bill does not always mean you used more electricity. A few things can push it up.
FPA swings: The Fuel Price Adjustment moves up and down each month. In months when fuel is dearer, this line alone can add hundreds of rupees.
A slab jump: If your usage crossed a slab boundary, more of your units get billed at the higher rate. Going from 290 to 310 units can cost more than you expect.
Losing protected status: If your average usage rose above 200 units, or an AC got registered, you may have moved from the protected rate to the higher non-protected rate.
TOU peak usage: If you have a Time of Use meter, running heavy appliances during peak hours costs much more per unit (more on this below).
Quarterly adjustment months: A QTA charge lands in some months and not others, so those bills look higher.
If the jump still looks wrong after checking these, compare your units against last month on the bill. You can also see the full breakdown when you check your GEPCO bill online.
GEPCO Peak and Off-Peak Timings (TOU)
Time of Use (TOU) billing applies mainly to three-phase meters and higher-load connections. If you have a standard single-phase meter, peak rates usually do not apply to you.
For TOU consumers, peak hours cost much more than off-peak. Current TOU rates are around Rs 46.85 per unit at peak and Rs 34.53 per unit off-peak.
| Season | Peak hours |
|---|---|
| Summer | 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM |
| Winter | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
Everything outside these windows is off-peak and cheaper. If you are on a TOU meter, shifting heavy loads out of the peak window is the single fastest way to cut your bill.
7 Ways to Lower Your GEPCO Bill
Small habits add up over a month. Here are specific ways to bring the total down.
- Shift heavy loads off-peak. If you are on a TOU meter, run the washing machine, iron and water motor before the evening peak window. Off-peak units are far cheaper.
- Set your AC to 26°C. Each degree lower uses noticeably more power. 26°C stays comfortable and cuts the biggest summer load.
- Watch the slab boundary. If you are near the end of a slab (say 195 or 295 units), trimming a little usage can keep you in the lower band and save on every unit.
- Protect your protected status. Keep your average under 200 units, and avoid registering an AC on the meter if you qualify, so you keep the subsidised rate.
- Switch to LED and efficient fans. Old bulbs and capacitor-start fans quietly add units all month. LEDs and DC inverter fans use a fraction of the power.
- Unplug idle appliances. Chargers, TVs on standby and set-top boxes draw power around the clock. Switching them off at the wall trims the base load.
- Consider solar net metering. A rooftop solar system with net metering can cut your billed units sharply and even export surplus back to GEPCO. It costs more upfront, but it pays back over years for heavy users.
FAQs
What is the GEPCO per unit price in 2026?
For 2026, GEPCO domestic energy rates run from about Rs 3.95 per unit for the lowest lifeline slab to roughly Rs 42–47 per unit for the highest household slab, before taxes. Protected consumers pay around Rs 10.54 per unit up to 100 units. Confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
What is the difference between protected and non-protected consumers?
Protected consumers use 200 units or fewer over recent months, have no AC on the meter, and a load under 5 kW. They get a lower subsidised rate. Non-protected consumers use more and pay the standard, higher rate on their units.
Why is my per unit rate higher than the slab rate?
Your final rate looks higher because taxes and adjustments are added on top of the energy rate. GST at 18%, the monthly FPA, electricity duty and other charges all raise the effective cost of each unit.
How many units make me a non-protected consumer?
If your monthly usage stays above 200 units for the recent months the company checks, you generally move to the non-protected category. Registering an AC on your meter can also change your status.
Do peak hour rates apply to my home meter?
Peak and off-peak (TOU) rates mainly apply to three-phase meters and larger connections. Most single-phase household meters are billed on the normal slab system, not TOU. Check your bill to see if a TOU rate is listed.
How can I estimate my GEPCO bill before it arrives?
Take your units used, multiply by your slab rate for the energy cost, then add roughly 18% GST plus the monthly FPA, electricity duty and any TV fee. This gives a ballpark. For the exact amount, check your GEPCO bill online.