NEPRA Tariff Guide 2026 – Domestic Electricity Slabs & Rates
Learn how to calculate your electricity bill accurately using your meter reading. This guide covers all DISCOs, NEPRA tariff slabs, FCA, and proven saving tips.
Learn how to calculate your electricity bill accurately using your meter reading. This guide covers all DISCOs, tariff slabs, FCA, and saving tips.
The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) notifies domestic tariff slabs annually. Below are the complete rates for protected and non-protected consumers effective from July 2025 - June 2026.
Domestic Tariff Slabs (Rs/kWh)
| Monthly Units | Protected Rate | Non-Protected Rate | Fixed Charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-50 | 3.95 | 3.95 | 200 |
| 51-100 | 7.74 | 7.74 | 200 |
| 101-200 | 13.01 | 13.01 | 300 |
| 201-300 | - | 33.10 | 400 |
| 301-400 | - | 37.99 | 400 |
| 401-500 | - | 40.22 | 400 |
| 500+ | - | 42.50 | 400 |
Important: Protected consumers are those using ≤200 units/month. Crossing 200 units in any month makes you non-protected for that billing cycle.
🧾 Components of Your Electricity Bill
- Energy Charges: Based on slab rate × units
- Fixed Charges: Monthly capacity charge (Rs 200-400)
- GST (18%): Applied on total of energy + fixed charges
- Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA): Monthly variable surcharge based on fuel prices
- Neelum-Jhelum Surcharge: Rs 0.50-1.00 per unit
- TV License Fee: Rs 35/month (if applicable)
📌 FCA (Fuel Cost Adjustment) Explained
FCA is added to every bill when global fuel (oil, gas, coal) prices rise. It can be positive or negative. In 2025-26, average FCA is around Rs 2.5-3.5 per unit. Our calculator does not include FCA automatically – check your DISCO's monthly notification for exact FCA.
🔁 Protected vs Non-Protected – Real Example
Consumer A: 190 units → Protected → Bill approx Rs 5,200
Consumer B: 210 units → Non-protected → Bill approx Rs 10,800
Difference for just 20 extra units: Rs 5,600! That's why staying under 200 units is crucial.