PESCO Tariff is essentially a billing system that calculates your electricity bill based on various factors such as the type of consumer you are, the amount of electricity you use, and the time of day you use it. This system ensures that your electricity usage is measured and billed accurately.
The average electricity rate has increased from Rs 24.82 to Rs 30 per unit, inclusive of taxes and slabs, for domestic, commercial, and industrial customers. This increase is due to rising power generation and distribution costs over the past three years.
Categories of Electricity Consumers
Domestic (Residential) Consumers
Commercial Consumers
Industrial Consumers
Peak and Off-Peak Rates
Electricity usage during peak hours costs more than during off-peak hours to manage demand and encourage off-peak consumption.
Slab Levels
PESCO Tariff rates are structured in slabs, with rates changing based on consumption levels.
Detailed PESCO Tariff Rates for Different Consumers
Section A1: Residential Consumers
Sanctioned Load
Consumption Range
Rate (Rs./Unit)
Up to 5 KW
Up to 50 Units
5.79
Up to 5 KW
51 – 100 Units
7.74
Up to 5 KW
101 – 200 Units
10.06
Up to 5 KW
201 – 300 Units
22.14
Up to 5 KW
Above 700 Units
35.22
5 KW & Above (ToU)
Peak Hours
34.39
5 KW & Above (ToU)
Off-Peak Hours
28.07
Section A2: Commercial Consumers
Sanctioned Load
Charge Type
Rate
Less than 5 KW
Per Unit
Rs. 30.25
5 KW & Above
Fixed Charges
Rs. 500 per KW / Month
5 KW & Above
Variable Charges
Rs. 31.93 per unit
ToU
Peak
Rs. 33.85 per unit
ToU
Off-Peak
Rs. 27.88 per unit
Section A3: General Services
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
General Services
29.81
Section B: Industrial Consumers
Sanctioned Load
Charge Type
Rate
Up to 25 KW
Per Unit
Rs. 26.83
25 – 500 KW
Fixed Charges
Rs. 500 per KW / Month
25 – 500 KW
Variable Charges
Rs. 26.33 per unit
ToU
Peak
Rs. 30.39 per unit
ToU
Off-Peak
Rs. 24.83 per unit
Section C: Bulk Supply Consumers
Supply Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
400/230 Volts (Up to 5 KW)
30.93
400/230 Volts (Above 5 KW up to 500 KW)
30.43
11 / 33 KV (Up to 5000 KW)
30.23
66 KV & Above (>5000 KW) Peak
33.85
66 KV & Above (>5000 KW) Off-Peak
26.95
Section D: Agriculture Tube-Well Consumers
Consumer Type
Charge Type
Rate
SCARP (< 5 KW)
Per Unit
Rs. 26.93
Agriculture Tube-Wells
Fixed Charges
Rs. 200 per KW / Month
Agriculture Tube-Wells
Variable Charges
Rs. 16.60 per unit
ToU
Peak
Rs. 29.88 per unit
ToU
Off-Peak
Rs. 22.60 per unit
Section E: Temporary Supply Consumers
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
Residential Supply
34.53
Commercial Supply
30.64
Industrial Supply
27.91
Section F: Seasonal Supply Consumers
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
125% of Relevant Industrial Tariff
29.81
Section G: Public Lighting Consumers
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
Street Lighting
29.93
Section H: Residential Colonies of Industries
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
Colonies Attached to Industrial Premises
29.93
Section I: Railway Traction Consumers
Consumer Type
Rate (Rs./Unit)
Railway Traction
29.93
⚠️ Important Notes
Rates may vary slightly based on NEPRA updates & taxes (GST, FC surcharge, etc.)
Peak hours cost significantly more for ToU users
Slab system applies mainly to residential consumers
Conclusion
Understanding the PESCO Tariff system can help you manage your electricity usage effectively and save on bills. By staying informed about the latest rates and using electricity wisely, you can contribute to energy conservation and reduce your overall expenses. For the most updated rates and more information, visit the PESCO official website.
