MEPCO Tariff 2024

MEPCO TARIFF 2024 is the new aim or a structure which is introduced by the MEPCO company. It is designed to promote sustainable electricity distribution ,encourage energy efficiency and provide relief to consumers. MEPCO TARIFF structure has increased financial burden which seems difficult for people to manage their bill expenses .Difficulties in payment method is one of the major problem. It’s time to think how to tackle these issues?

In  this article We will explore solutions to the problems posed by MEPCO’S new structure, including Fixable payment option ,energy efficiency and Tariff rationalization. We can encourage consumers to use energy efficient appliances. Company should have to reduce rates to make electricity affordable. Online portals and mobiles apps should be available for the public ease.

GENERAL MEPCO TARIFF

Here we can share full explaination about MEPCO rates for different type of consumers.

A-1.RESENDENTIAL:

 It brighten up your home with MEPCO’S residential Tariff. Lighting up your life. Here are some details give in the table

Sr.CategoryFixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
a)For sanctioned load less than 5 kW
iUp to 50 Units4.003.95
For Consumption exceeding 50 Units
ii1 – 100 Units14.597.74
iii101 – 200 Units16.4110.06
iv201 – 300 Units17.5312.15
v301 – 700 Units19.0719.55
viAbove 700 Units20.6122.65
b)For Sanctioned load 5 kW & above
Time of usePeak – 20.27
Off Peak – 13.10
Peak – 22.65
Off Peak – 16.33

According to the authority decision, residential customers will only be able to take advantage of their previous usage level. For Tariff A, It doesn’t matter whether you use electricity or not; you will be required to pay a minimum monthly charge.

Monthly cost for Single Phase connection: Rs.75/-per customer Monthly cost for three Phase connection: Rs.150/-per customer

A-2 Commercial:

 Commercial MEPCO tariff empowering business and industries. This is also efficient and reliable electricity. Here is the table

Sr.CategoryFixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
a)For sanctioned load less than 5 kW19.5619.95
b)For sanctioned load 5 kW & above440.0019.2221.63
c)Time of usePeak – 21.02
Off Peak – 13.49
Peak – 23.55
Off Peak – 17.58

For Tariff 2, You have to pay

Monthly cost for Single Phase connection: Rs.150/-per customer

Monthly cost for three Phase connection: Rs. 350/- per consumer

A-3.GENERAL SERVICES

MEPCO general service tariff is reliable electricity for everyday use. It also helps in simplifying your electricity needs and demands. Here is the table

Sr.CategoryFixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
a)General Services17.0519.51
A-3 General Services – MEPCO

For A3 , You will have to pay minimum

Monthly cost for Single Phase connection: Rs.150/-per customer. Monthly cost for Three Phase connection: Rs. 350/- per consumer

Industrial Supply Tariffs

Sr.Fixed ChargesUniform Tariff VariableApplicable Variable Charges
AED
B118.3117.23
B2(a)440.0017.8716.73
B1(b)Peak – 21.19
Off Peak – 13.41
Peak – 20.79
Off Peak – 15.23
B2(b)420.00Peak – 20.95
Off Peak – 13.50
Peak – 20.73
Off Peak – 15.02
B3400.00Peak – 21.11
Off Peak – 12.63
Peak – 20.73
Off Peak – 14.93
B4440.00Peak – 20.93
Off Peak – 12.97
Peak – 20.73
Off Peak – 14.83

In industrial supply tariff, you will pay minimum charge

For B1 customers: Rs.350/-per Month. For B2 customers: Rs.2000/-per Month. For B3 customers: Rs.50,000/-per Month. For B4 customers: Rs.500,000/-per Month.

SINGLE POINT SUPPLY

Single point electricity TARIFF supply lighting up large-scale operations. It is also simplifying high power electricity needs.

Sr.CategoryFixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
C-1For supply at 400/230 Volts
a)Sanctioned load less than 5 kW24.3620.63
b)Sanctioned load from 5 kW & 500 kW440.0021.3120.13
C-2(a)For supply at 11,33 kv up to and including 5000 kW420.0017.0319.93
C-3(a)For supply at 66 kv & above and sanctioned load  above 5000 kW400.0015.1119.83
C-1(c)For supply at 400/230 Volts 5 kW & upto 500 kW400.00Peak – 22.43
Off Peak – 15.00
Peak – 23.55
Off Peak – 16.95
C-2(b)For supply at 11,33 kV up to and including 5000 kW420.00Peak – 20.40
Off Peak – 12.89
Peak – 23.55
Off Peak – 16.75
C-3(b)For supply at 66 kV & above and sanctioned load  above 5000 kW400.00Peak – 19.51
Off Peak – 11.68
Peak – 23.55
Off Peak – 16.65

Agriculture Tariff

Sr.TARIFF CATEGORY/PARTICULARSFIXED CHARGES R/s/kW/MUniform Tariff Variable Charge Rs/kWhApplicable Variable Charges Rs/kWh
AED
D1(a)SCARP less than 5 kW22.9217.63
D2(a)200.0017.637.30
D1(b)200.00
Peak – 23.76
Off Peak – 14.25
Peak – 20.55
Off Peak – 13.30
D2(b)200.00Peak – 21.44
Off Peak – 13.04
Peak – 7.30
Off Peak – 7.30

Even if you don’t use any electricity , you still have to pay minimum charge Rs.2000/ per customer.

Temporary Supply Tariffs

Sr.Category
Fixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
E-1(i)Residential Supply21.7322.79
E-1(ii)Commercial Supply19.2320.34
E-2Industrial Supply
18.38
18.31

You will have to pay minimum charge Rs.50/ per day whether you use power or not.

Seasonal Industrial Supply Tariffs

The cost will be 125% more than what industrial tariffs usually charge.

Public Lighting

Sr.Category
Fixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
Street Lighting19.0220.63

For public lighting, you have to pay minimum charge Rs.500 per month for each kilowatt of lamp capacity

Residential colonies near industrial areas

Sr.Category
Fixed ChargesUniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
AED
Residential Colonies attached to industrial premises21.0220.63

CONCLUSION

Mepco tariff  empowering your life with affordable electricity. It is a great step towards electricity distribution in Pakistan. As there are many benefits as well as as challenges ,that have to be solved. By solving the challenges, public can get benefits from this MEPCO electricity tariff and can make informed decision about energy consumption.

Frequently Asked Question

Ans:The residential tariff offers several benefits, including:

  • Reduced Electricity Costs: The tariff structure is designed to reduce electricity costs for residential consumers.
  • Encourages Energy Efficiency: The teriff encourages consumers to use energy-efficient appliances and reduce their energy consumption.
  • Simple and Easy to Understand: The tariff structure is simple and easy to understand, making it convenient for consumers to manage their electricity costs.

Ans:Fixable payment option,energy efficiency and tariff rationalization.

Ans:Unit rates for residential connections with consumption of 101-200 units: 10.06 Rs.

Unit rates for commercial connections with a sanctioned load of less than 5 kW: 19.56.

• Minimum monthly customer charge for single-phase connections: Rs. 75/- per consumer per month.

Ans:The calculation is based on prevailing tariff structure.

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