Electricity Prices in Pakistan Likely to Rise in January 2026 due to the monthly fuel price adjustment mechanism. NEPRA is set to hear a CPPA petition requesting a 48 paisa per unit increase. This adjustment reflects rising fuel costs and inflation impacting Pakistan’s electricity tariff. Consumers may feel the impact in both residential and business electricity bills.
In December 2026, Pakistan generated 8.487 billion units of electricity, while DISCO electricity supply reached 8.208 billion units. The per-unit electricity cost stood at Rs 9.62. Hydel power generation in Pakistan contributed 18.07 percent, while coal-based electricity in Pakistan accounted for 13.99 percent from local coal and 10.13 percent from imported coal. LNG electricity generation made up 17.24 percent, and nuclear energy in Pakistan contributed 25.05 percent. Natural gas-based generation stood at 11.20 percent, showing a diverse energy mix.
The federal cabinet recently approved ECC Pakistan‘s decisions to provide relief on the Captive Power Plant (CPP) levy. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the country’s GDP growth in fiscal year Q1 and emphasized economic stability. The tariff increase is part of ongoing efforts to balance power generation costs and maintain the electricity supply.
Consumers can expect slightly higher electricity bills for January, but government measures aim to ease the burden. Energy-saving practices, such as reducing peak-hour usage, can help households manage costs. NEPRA electricity rates will be finalized after reviewing the CPPA petition.
Pakistan’s electricity sector faces challenges, but the combination of diverse energy sources and regulatory oversight aims to ensure a stable power supply. Awareness and preparedness can help consumers adapt to the upcoming electricity price hike.
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Electricity prices in Pakistan are likely to rise in January 2026. NEPRA reviews CPPA petition amid rising per-unit electricity costs.
