Electricity bill by units
How Much Is a 50 Units Electricity Bill?
The residential bill for 50 units at September 2026 rates — the same for LESCO, MEPCO, FESCO, IESCO and every other DISCO — worked out slab by slab.
- Protected
- Rs 858
- before FPA
- Unprotected
- Rs 1,648
- before FPA
- Average per unit
- Rs 17.16
- incl. fixed & GST
50 units bill — protected consumer
| Line | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1–50 units × Rs 10.54 | Rs 527 |
| Fixed charge | Rs 200 |
| GST (18%) | Rs 131 |
| Total (before FPA) | Rs 858 |
Source: S.R.O. 279(I)/2026, effective 2026-02-12.
50 units bill — unprotected consumer
| Line | Amount |
|---|---|
| 1–50 units × Rs 22.44 | Rs 1,122 |
| Fixed charge | Rs 275 |
| GST (18%) | Rs 251 |
| Total (before FPA) | Rs 1,648 |
Source: S.R.O. 279(I)/2026, effective 2026-02-12.
The same 50 units cost an unprotected consumer Rs 791 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 50-unit bill comes to about Rs 946. Use the FPA printed on your bill or in NEPRA's latest decision.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 50 units electricity bill?
In September 2026, Rs 858 for a protected consumer and Rs 1,648 for an unprotected one, before FPA, including the fixed charge and 18% GST.
How much more is 100 units?
A 100-unit bill comes to about Rs 1,480 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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