Nepra Raises Electricity Tariff by 34 Paisas Per Unit

ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has approved an increase of 34 paisas per unit in electricity tariffs for consumers across Pakistan, including customers of K-Electric in Karachi.

According to an official notification issued by the regulator, the adjustment has been approved under the monthly Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) mechanism for May 2026. The revised rates will be reflected in electricity bills issued in July 2026.

The increase will apply to consumers nationwide, including those receiving electricity from K-Electric, as part of the regular monthly adjustment process based on changes in fuel costs.

The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) had requested a tariff hike of 82 paisas per unit for the May 2026 FCA. However, after reviewing the request, Nepra approved a lower increase of 34 paisas per unit.

The adjustment is expected to affect upcoming electricity bills, with consumers seeing the additional charges included separately under the fuel cost adjustment heading.