Updated: July 2026
As of July 2026, the SEPCO per unit price for home users ranges from about Rs 7.74 per unit for low-use protected consumers to roughly Rs 48 per unit in the highest slab. Most non-protected homes pay between Rs 23 and Rs 43 per unit depending on how many units they use in the month. These are the NEPRA-approved national residential rates that SEPCO applies, and they took effect under the 2025-26 tariff with a quarterly adjustment reducing rates by about Rs 1.99 per unit for July and August 2026. Your final rate depends on your monthly units, so always confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
SEPCO (Sukkur Electric Power Company) supplies power to Sukkur, Larkana, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Khairpur and much of upper Sindh. This guide breaks down the sepco tariff 2026 slab by slab, shows you how to work out your own bill from your units, and lists simple ways to bring the total down. If you just want to see this month’s amount, you can check your SEPCO bill online in under a minute.
Once you know your rate, paying is quick too. Head to our guide on SEPCO bill payment online for the fastest options. And to compare bills from other providers, you can check any bijli bill online on our home page.
SEPCO Electricity Rates 2026
SEPCO charges you using a slab system. The more units you use in a month, the higher the rate on the extra units. There are two big groups: protected consumers (homes that stay at or below 200 units a month) and non-protected consumers (homes that cross 200 units).
Protected consumers get a much cheaper sepco unit rate today. If you cross 200 units even once, you become non-protected for that billing cycle and pay the higher rates. Here are the current residential slabs effective under the 2025-26 tariff with the July 2026 quarterly adjustment applied.
| Consumption slab (units/month) | Protected rate (Rs/unit) | Non-protected rate (Rs/unit) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 50 (lifeline) | 3.95 | — |
| 1 to 100 | 7.74 | 23.59 |
| 101 to 200 | 14.16 | 30.07 |
| 201 to 300 | — | 34.26 |
| 301 to 400 | — | 39.15 |
| 401 to 500 | — | 41.36 |
| 501 to 600 | — | 42.78 |
| 601 to 700 | — | 43.92 |
| Above 700 | — | about 48 |
These are base energy rates only. They do not yet include fuel adjustment, taxes, or fixed charges, which we cover further down. Rates move every quarter, so treat this as a close guide and confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
How to Calculate Your SEPCO Bill from Units
You do not need a fancy sepco bill calculator to get a rough figure. The slab system just means each block of units gets its own rate, and you add the blocks together. Here is the simple method.
- Find your total units used this month. It is printed on your bill as “Units Consumed”.
- Decide if you are protected (200 units or less) or non-protected (above 200).
- Break your units into slabs and multiply each slab by its rate.
- Add the slab amounts to get your energy charge.
- Add fuel price adjustment, fixed charges, electricity duty, GST, and the TV fee.
- Subtract any adjustment or add any old balance shown on the bill.
Worked Example for 300 Units (approximate)
Say your home used 300 units this month. Because you crossed 200, you are non-protected, so every slab uses the non-protected rate.
- First 100 units at Rs 23.59 = Rs 2,359
- Next 100 units (101 to 200) at Rs 30.07 = Rs 3,007
- Next 100 units (201 to 300) at Rs 34.26 = Rs 3,426
- Energy charge = Rs 8,792
Now add the extras, all rough:
- Fuel price adjustment at about Rs 0.34/unit on 300 units = about Rs 102
- Fixed charge for sanctioned load = around Rs 400 to Rs 1,100 depending on your kW
- Electricity duty at about 1.5% = around Rs 135
- General Sales Tax at 18% on energy plus FPA = about Rs 1,600
- TV licence fee = Rs 35
That brings the total to roughly Rs 11,100 to Rs 11,800 for 300 units. This is an estimate only. Your real bill changes with your sanctioned load, the current FPA, and any past balance, so use the numbers on your own bill for the exact amount.
Extra Charges on Your Bill
The per-unit rate is only part of the story. Several extra lines get added before you reach the payable amount. Knowing them helps you understand why the total is higher than units times rate.
Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA). This changes month to month based on the cost of fuel used to generate power. It can be positive or negative. In July 2026 it was around Rs 0.34 per unit, but it swings a lot.
Quarterly Tariff Adjustment. NEPRA reviews rates every three months. The current adjustment cut rates by about Rs 1.99 per unit for July and August 2026, so it can also work in your favour.
Electricity Duty. A provincial charge of roughly 1.5% of your energy cost, collected by SEPCO and passed to the Sindh government.
General Sales Tax (GST). Federal tax, commonly 18%, applied on your energy charge plus FPA. This is usually the biggest add-on.
TV Licence Fee. A flat Rs 35 per month for PTV, added to almost every home bill.
Fixed Charges and Meter Rent. Fixed monthly charges run from about Rs 200 to Rs 675 per kilowatt of sanctioned load for higher-use homes. Meter rent is around Rs 75 for a single-phase meter. Confirm these on your bill as they vary by connection.
Why Did My SEPCO Bill Increase This Month?
A higher bill usually comes down to one of three things, and often a mix of them.
You crossed a slab boundary. If you jumped from 195 units to 210, you did not just pay for 15 extra units. You lost protected status and every unit got charged at the higher non-protected rate. This single jump can add thousands of rupees.
Fuel price adjustment went up. The FPA line changes every month. A hot month with more expensive generation pushes it up, and it is charged on all your units at once.
You used more during peak hours. If you have a time-of-use meter, running the AC or geyser between 7 PM and 11 PM costs more per unit. More peak usage lifts the average rate on your whole bill.
If the increase looks wrong, compare this bill to last month’s units. A small unit rise with a big rupee jump usually points to a slab change or an FPA swing. You can pull your history and recheck any month on the SEPCO bill payment online page.
SEPCO Peak and Off-Peak Timings
Homes with a time-of-use (TOU) meter are charged different rates depending on the hour. SEPCO’s peak window for residential users is generally 7 PM to 11 PM. Every other hour counts as off-peak and costs less per unit.
Peak-hour units can cost noticeably more than off-peak units. If you have a TOU meter, the smartest move is to shift heavy appliances out of that evening window. Not every home has a TOU meter, so check your bill for a “Peak” and “Off-Peak” split. If you only see a single “Units Consumed” line, you are on a normal meter and this does not apply to you.
7 Ways to Lower Your SEPCO Bill
Small habits add up fast, especially near a slab boundary. Here are practical ways to cut your bill.
- Stay under 200 units if you can. Protected rates are less than half the non-protected rates. If you usually land near 200, trimming a few units keeps you in the cheaper group.
- Watch the slab boundary. Being at 205 units costs far more than being at 199. In the last week of the cycle, ease off if you are close to a jump.
- Shift heavy loads off-peak. Run the washing machine, iron, and water pump before 7 PM or after 11 PM if you have a TOU meter.
- Set the AC to 26°C. Each degree lower can raise usage a lot. 26°C stays comfortable and uses far fewer units than 20°C.
- Switch to LED and efficient fans. Old bulbs and fans quietly pull units all day. LEDs and DC inverter fans cut that steadily.
- Unplug idle appliances. Chargers, TVs on standby, and old fridges add units you never notice. Turn them off at the switch.
- Consider solar net metering. If your bills are large, rooftop solar with net metering can offset a big share of your daytime units and lower your slab.
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FAQs
What is the SEPCO per unit price in 2026?
For protected homes (200 units or less), the rate runs from about Rs 7.74 to Rs 14.16 per unit. For non-protected homes, it runs from about Rs 23.59 to Rs 48 per unit across the slabs. These are base rates before taxes and FPA, so confirm the exact figure on your latest bill.
What is the difference between protected and non-protected consumers?
Protected consumers stay at or below 200 units a month and pay much lower rates. If you cross 200 units in any month, you become non-protected for that cycle and every slab is charged at the higher rate. Staying under 200 units is the single biggest saving.
How is 1 unit bijli price decided for SEPCO?
The 1 unit bijli price is set by NEPRA, the national regulator, and applies to all DISCOs including SEPCO. It is based on your slab, then fuel adjustment, taxes, and the TV fee are added on top. The bijli ki qeemat changes every quarter.
Why is my bill higher than units times rate?
Because the rate is only the energy charge. Your bill also adds fuel price adjustment, GST at 18%, electricity duty, fixed charges, meter rent, and the TV fee. Together these can add a large amount, especially GST.
Does SEPCO charge peak and off-peak rates?
Only if you have a time-of-use meter. For those meters, peak hours are generally 7 PM to 11 PM and cost more per unit. Homes with a normal single-reading meter pay one slab-based rate regardless of the hour.
How can I estimate my SEPCO bill before it arrives?
Take your units, split them into slabs, and multiply each slab by its rate, then add roughly 20 to 25 percent for taxes and FPA. It will not be exact, but it gives you a close figure. For the real amount, view your current bill online.