MEPCO provides guidelines on rates, new connections, and other essential information. Details such as unit prices, connection fees, meter charges, net metering, withholding tax statements, and meter reading can be accessed through MEPCO’s website or local offices. For new connections or complaints, customers must obtain an application form, available at local offices and on the website. The form is offered in both Urdu and English, and MEPCO staff can assist with filling it out.
MEPCO Electricity Tariff Rates 2025
MEPCO, or Multan Electric Power Company, is responsible for the distribution of electricity to your offices, homes, factories, and other establishments within its service area. All power consumption in Multan is managed by MEPCO.
Every year, the MEPCO rates are adjusted by the regulatory authorities based on fuel charges and other factors impacting energy costs. As of April 2025, significant tariff reductions have been made to benefit both residential and industrial consumers. The government has cut electricity rates for residential consumers by Rs 7.41 per kWh, bringing the average tariff down to Rs 34.37 per kWh. For industrial users, the reduction is Rs 7.59 per kWh, bringing the average tariff to Rs 40.60 per kWh.
MEPCO Unit Rate
The cost of electricity is based on the units consumed by the customer. The amount of electricity consumed, as recorded by the meter, is converted to a unit rate that appears on the electricity bill. As of 2025, the updated MEPCO unit rate is Rs 34.37 per kWh for residential consumers. This amount is based on the new tariff structure that was recently implemented.
For example, if a customer consumes 200 units in a month, the estimated bill will be:
- 200 units × Rs 34.37 per kWh = Rs 6,874 (approximately)
This is the basic calculation, and additional charges such as taxes or fixed monthly fees may apply depending on the region and consumer type.
MEPCO Net Metering
MEPCO has introduced a net metering system that allows consumers with solar panels to send excess electricity back to the national grid. The more electricity a consumer supplies to the grid, the more credit they earn, reducing their monthly bill.
How is MEPCO Net Metering done?
A two-way meter is installed at the consumer’s premises to measure both electricity usage and the power sent to the grid. Consumers can then get credits on their bill for the energy sent back to the grid, which reduces their overall cost.
Benefits of Net Metering MEPCO
- No wasted electricity: Surplus electricity generated from solar systems is credited back to your monthly bill.
- Cost savings: It reduces the electricity bill and leads to long-term savings, as you won’t need expensive batteries for storage.
- Minimal maintenance: The system requires very little maintenance.
- Increased savings: The costs of setting up the solar system can be recovered within 3-5 years, and the system lasts for at least 25 years.
- Helps reduce load shedding: Net metering helps in balancing the grid and reducing the impact of load shedding.
MEPCO Meter Reading
Meter readings for all MEPCO consumers are routinely recorded every month to determine electricity consumption. The meter reading is done on time according to the billing cycle, ensuring that unit charges are accurately calculated.
MEPCO Bill Calculation Formula
To calculate your MEPCO bill, you can use the following formula:
- Energy Consumption Calculation: E(kWh/day)=P(W)×t(h/day)1000(W/kW)E(kWh/day) = \frac{P(W) \times t(h/day)}{1000(W/kW)}E(kWh/day)=1000(W/kW)P(W)×t(h/day) Where:
- E(kWh/day) is energy consumption in kilowatt-hours.
- P(W) is the wattage of the appliance.
- t(h/day) is the time the appliance is used per day.
- Electricity Cost Calculation: \text{Cost($/day)} = \frac{E(kWh/day) \times \text{Cost (cent/kWh)}}{100(\text{cent/$})}
1 unit = 1 kWh.
For example:
- If you consume 720 kWh per month (720 units), and the cost per unit is Rs 9 (before the reduction):
- Total Cost = 720 units × Rs 9 = Rs 6,480
However, with the reduced rates of Rs 34.37 per kWh, the new cost for 200 units would be:
- 200 units × Rs 34.37 = Rs 6,874
You can also calculate your bill using Mepco Online Bill Calculator service for a more accurate estimate.
MEPCO Defaulter List
The MEPCO Defaulter List is a record of all consumers, including employees, departments, and organisations, who have failed to pay their power consumption bills. This list includes details like name, address, age, and the outstanding amount. It is categorised by area and is made available to the public to identify defaulters.
MEPCO Withholding Tax Statement
The withholding tax statement for MEPCO consumers is an amount that is deducted from the wages of employees or customers and sent directly to the government. This tax is credited against the consumer’s income taxes, and it is mandatory to file these tax statements annually.
This article has been updated with the latest information on MEPCO rates for 2025. For further assistance, MEPCO customers can visit the official website or local offices to get more detailed information.