LESCO Tariff – Electricity Unit Price (Rates)

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Have you ever wondered whether the increase in your LESCO electricity bill is due to a tariff change or due to increased use of electrical appliances like air conditioners, heaters, or refrigerators? You may want to learn about the different types of tariffs, the factors that determine the tariff and the current electricity rates for domestic, commercial or industrial connections.

Don’t worry! In this article, we’ll explain LESCO tariff in detail. We’ll cover LESCO (Lahore Electric Supply Company) peak and off-peak hours, the per-unit price of electricity, the different types of tariffs, the tariff rates for protected and unprotected domestic consumers, and how you can reduce your electricity bill. In addition, you’ll find many other important information about LESCO tariffs in this article.

What Is LESCO Tariff

LESCO tariff, simply put, refers to the price of electricity you pay in your LESCO electricity bill based on your consumption. This rate depends on your connection category, such as residential, commercial, industrial, etc. Below, you can find information about the applicable tariff rates for different connection categories, such as domestic, industrial, and commercial.

Tariff Depends on What Factors

LESCO tariffs depend on the following key factors:

  • Connected Load: The total power capacity required to run all devices connected to the electrical system is called the connected load.
  • Maximum Demand: The highest amount of power used at any one time is called the maximum demand.
  • Demand Factor: This indicates how much power is actually being used compared to the total connected load.
  • Load Factor: This indicates how much power is used compared to the maximum demand and how evenly the power is consumed.
  • Diversity Factor: This indicates that not all electrical devices use power at the same time.
  • Plant Capacity Factor: This indicates how much power a power plant actually generates compared to its maximum potential capacity if it were to operate at full capacity continuously.
  • Use Factor: This measures how much a device or system is used compared to the total time it is available. This helps understand its usefulness and efficiency.

Understanding Your LESCO Bill

You may see the following key components on your LESCO electricity bill:

Meter Reading: This indicates how many units of electricity you used during a billing period. The more units you consume, the higher your bill will be. Therefore, it’s a good idea to monitor your electricity consumption.

Fuel Price Adjustment Surcharge: This varies depending on the fuel cost of electricity generation. If fuel prices rise, your electricity bill may also increase.

Base Tariff: This is the basic rate for each unit of electricity you use. The price depends on whether the electricity is used for domestic, commercial, or industrial purposes. For domestic consumers, the per-unit rate typically increases as electricity consumption increases.

Government Taxes: Your LESCO electricity bill may also include additional taxes imposed by the government, such as GST (General Sales Tax).

How to Save on Your Electricity Bill

  • Use Energy-Efficient Appliances: Choose appliances that consume less power and deliver good performance.
  • Run Power-Efficient Appliances During Off-Peak Hours: Use appliances that consume more power during off-peak hours if possible. This can help you benefit from lower electricity rates.
  • Don’t Leave Electrical Appliances Unnecessarily On: Unplug chargers when leaving the house, turn off lights and other appliances, and avoid leaving appliances on standby. These small habits can significantly reduce your LESCO electricity bill.
  • Use Power Strips: Plug multiple appliances into a single power strip. This allows you to turn off all appliances at once when needed, avoiding unnecessary power consumption.
  • Take Advantage of Natural Breeze: Instead of running fans when the weather is favorable, open windows to allow fresh air in and reduce electricity consumption. This can help reduce your electricity bill.

For more tips on saving on your electricity bill, visit tips to reduce electricity bill article.

LESCO Peak & Off-Peak Hours

The following are LESCO’s peak and off-peak hours:

MonthPeak hoursOff-Peak hours
December to February5:00 PM to 9:00 PMHours that are remaining
March to May6:00 PM to 10:00 PM-do-
June to August7:00 PM to 11:00 PM-do-
September to November6:00 PM to 10:00 PM-do-

LESCO Electricity Unit Price for Domestic Users

UnitsPrice per UnitWhat This Means for You
0-100Rs 12.90/unitLower rate
Beyond 100Rs 13.54/unitSlightly higher rate

Different Types of Tariffs

LESCO offers different types of tariffs depending on consumers electricity consumption and usage. If you use electricity at home, you are covered under the residential tariff, in which your bill also increases as electricity consumption increases. Businesses like shops or offices come under commercial tariff.

At the same time, industrial tariff is applicable for factories and other industries, in which the bill can also be high due to high amount of electricity used. Electricity used by farmers for irrigation comes under agricultural tariff. Due to government assistance in this category, electricity can be available to farmers at a relatively lower rate.

Tariff Rates

The tariff rates are as follows:

A-1 General Supply Tariff – Residential

LESCO A-1 Residential Tariff (Protected Consumers)

Units (kWh)Old Tariff (Rs/unit)New Tariff (01 July 2024)Increase (Rs)Change %
01–1007.7411.693.9551%
101-20010.0614.164.1041%

LESCO A-1 Residential Tariff (Unprotected Consumers)

Units (kWh)Old Tariff (Rs/unit)New Tariff (01 July 2024)Increase (Rs)Change %
01-10016.4823.597.1143.15%
101-20022.9530.107.1531.14%
201-30027.1434.267.1226.24%
301-40032.0339.157.1222.23%
401-50035.2441.366.1217.36%
501-60036.6642.786.1216.69%
601-70037.8043.926.1216.19%
701-80042.7248.846.1214.33%

Minimum Monthly Charges

Type of ConnectionMonthly Charge
Single PhaseRs. 75/-
Three PhaseRs. 150/-

A-2 General Supply Tariff – Commercial

LESCO A-2 Commercial Tariff

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
For sanctioned load < 5 kW50025.5725.62
For sanctioned load ≥ 5 kW50023.5923.64
Time of Use (TOU)500Peak: 28.59
Off-Peak: 22.49		Peak: 28.64
Off-Peak: 22.54

Minimum Monthly Charges

Type of ConnectionMonthly Charge
Single PhaseRs. 175/-
Three PhaseRs. 350/-

A-3 General Services

LESCO A-3 General Services Tariff

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
General Service50025.5725.62

Minimum Monthly Charges

Type of ConnectionMonthly Charge
Single PhaseRs. 175/-
Three PhaseRs. 175/-

B – Industrial Supply Tariff

LESCO Industrial Tariff Rates

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
B1(a)–24.5724.62
B2(a)50023.5923.64
B1(b)–Peak: 28.46 /
Off-Peak: 22.36		Peak: 28.51 /
Off-Peak: 22.41
B2(b)500Peak: 28.46 / Off-Peak: 21.86Peak: 28.51 /
Off-Peak: 21.91
B3460Peak: 28.46 / Off-Peak: 21.86Peak: 28.51 / Off-Peak: 21.91
B4440Peak: 28.46 / Off-Peak: 23.06Peak: 28.51 /
Off-Peak: 23.31

Minimum Monthly Charges

  • If there is no electricity consumption in a month, no monthly charges are levied.
  • Fixed charges are applicable based on the sanctioned load or actual MDI (Maximum Demand Indicator).

C – Single Point Supply

LESCO Single Point Supply Tariff

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
C1(a)–25.2025.25
C1(b)50025.0025.05
C2(a)46024.9024.95
C3(a)44024.7924.84
C1(a)500Peak: 28.59 / Off-Peak: 21.99Peak: 28.64 / Off-Peak: 22.04
C2(b)460Peak: 28.59 / Off-Peak: 23.39Peak: 28.64 / Off-Peak: 23.44
C3(b)440Peak: 28.59 / Off-Peak: 23.19Peak: 28.64 / Off-Peak: 23.24

Minimum Monthly Charges

  • Fixed charges are determined based on 50% of the approved load or the actual maximum demand (MDI), whichever is higher.

D – Agriculture Tariff

LESCO Agriculture Tariff Rates

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
D-1(a)–25.2025.25
D-2(a)20025.2025.25
D-1(b)200Peak: 28.59 / Off-Peak: 21.99Peak: 28.64 / Off-Peak: 22.04
D-2(b)200Peak: 28.59 / Off-Peak: 21.99Peak: 28.64 / Off-Peak: 22.04

Minimum Monthly Charges

Consumers will have to pay Rs. 2000 every month, even if they don’t use any energy.

E – Temporary Supply Tariffs

LESCO Temporary Tariff Rates

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
E-1(i)–29.5929.64
E-1(ii)–25.5725.62
E-220027.4527.50

F – Seasonal Industrial Supply Tariff

There is no per unit electricity rate applicable in this category.

CategoryDescription
Tariff-FConsumers can switch between Seasonal Tariff-F and Regular Tariff at the beginning of every new season or while taking a new connection.

G – Public Lighting

LESCO Public Lighting Tariff

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable ChargesMonthly Minimum Charge
Street Lighting–28.8928.94Rs. 500 per month

H – Residential Colonies Attached to Industrial Premises

Tariff – Residential Colonies Attached to Industrial Premises

CategoryFixed Charges (Rs)Uniform Tariff Variable ChargeApplicable Variable Charges
Railway Traction–29.1929.24

The per unit price of electricity in LESCO varies depending on your electricity usage slab, consumer category (e.g. domestic, commercial, agricultural, etc.) and applicable taxes and surcharges. Electricity rates for domestic consumers are lower for lower consumption and increase as your electricity consumption increases.

Electricity rates in 2026 vary by category, such as domestic, commercial, industrial, and agricultural. This article will provide you with complete information about LESCO’s electricity tariffs.

The LESCO tariff rate in 2026 is not a fixed price. It depends on your electricity consumption (units), connection category, and other applicable factors. Read this article to learn all the details about the different LESCO tariff rates.

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