Electricity bill by units
How Much Is a 199 Units Electricity Bill?
The residential bill for 199 units at September 2026 rates — the same for LESCO, MEPCO, FESCO, IESCO and every other DISCO — worked out slab by slab.
- Protected
- Rs 3,118
- before FPA
- Unprotected
- Rs 7,143
- before FPA
- Average per unit
- Rs 15.67
- incl. fixed & GST
199 units bill — protected consumer
| Line | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1–100 units × Rs 10.54 | Rs 1,054 |
| 101–199 units × Rs 13.01 | Rs 1,288 |
| Fixed charge | Rs 300 |
| GST (18%) | Rs 476 |
| Total (before FPA) | Rs 3,118 |
Source: S.R.O. 279(I)/2026, effective 2026-02-12.
199 units bill — unprotected consumer
| Line | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1–199 units × Rs 28.91 | Rs 5,753 |
| Fixed charge | Rs 300 |
| GST (18%) | Rs 1,090 |
| Total (before FPA) | Rs 7,143 |
Source: S.R.O. 279(I)/2026, effective 2026-02-12.
The same 199 units cost an unprotected consumer Rs 4,025 more. The only difference is usage in the previous six months.
With the fuel adjustment (FPA)
FPA changes every month. As an example, at an FPA of Rs 1.5 per unit the 199-unit bill comes to about Rs 3,470. Use the FPA printed on your bill or in NEPRA's latest decision.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 199 units electricity bill?
In September 2026, Rs 3,118 for a protected consumer and Rs 7,143 for an unprotected one, before FPA, including the fixed charge and 18% GST.
How much more is 200 units?
A 200-unit bill comes to about Rs 3,133 before FPA.
Does this apply to LESCO, MEPCO and the other DISCOs?
Yes. The residential tariff is uniform nationwide; bills differ only through FPA and quarterly adjustments.
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