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Solar Net Metering Guide

Sell your extra solar electricity back to the grid — complete net metering application guide.

Utilities Typically around 4u20136 weeks, including DISCO inspection (varies by DISCO). Verified Guide

اہم معلومات (آسان اردو میں)

یہ سہولت/فوائد کیا ہے؟BENEFIT
  • سولر سے بننے والی اضافی بجلی بجلی کمپنی کو دی جا سکتی ہے۔
  • اس کے لیے ایسا میٹر لگایا جاتا ہے جو بجلی لینے اور دینے دونوں کا حساب رکھتا ہے۔
  • اس سے بجلی کا بل کم کرنے میں مدد ملتی ہے۔
اہلیت کا معیارELIGIBILITY
  • وہ صارف جس کا بجلی کنکشن DISCO یا K-Electric کے ساتھ ہو۔
  • آپ کے پاس تھری فیز بجلی کنکشن ہونا چاہیے۔
  • سولر سسٹم بجلی کے منظور شدہ لوڈ کے مطابق ہونا چاہیے۔
ضروری دستاویزاتDOCUMENTS
  • میٹر مالک کا شناختی کارڈ (CNIC)
  • حالیہ بجلی کا بل
  • گھر یا جگہ کی ملکیت کا ثبوت
  • سولر سسٹم کی معلومات اور نقشہ
درخواست کا طریقہHOW TO APPLY
  1. پہلے چیک کریں کہ آپ کے پاس تھری فیز کنکشن اور مناسب سولر سسٹم موجود ہے۔
  2. منظور شدہ کمپنی سے سولر سسٹم لگوائیں۔
  3. اپنی بجلی کمپنی (DISCO) کو شناختی کارڈ، بل اور ضروری کاغذات کے ساتھ درخواست دیں۔
  4. کمپنی سولر سسٹم چیک کرے گی اور نیا میٹر لگائے گی۔
  5. معاہدہ مکمل ہونے کے بعد نیٹ میٹرنگ شروع ہو جائے گی۔

Service Overview

Solar Net Metering & the 2026 Change

Net metering lets rooftop solar owners send surplus electricity to the grid and offset their bills. In 2026, NEPRA replaced the old one-to-one net metering with a new net billing system under the Prosumer Regulations 2026 for new applicants.

What Changed in 2026

  • Old 1:1 net metering is replaced by net billing for new applicants (from 9 Feb 2026)
  • Existing valid net-metering agreements continue under old terms until their contracts expire
  • Surplus units are bought back at a regulator-set rate, while imported units are billed at the consumer tariff

Good to Know

  • Net metering / billing requires a three-phase connection and a bi-directional meter.
  • Your system size cannot exceed your sanctioned load.
  • Use an AEDB-certified installer and NEPRA-approved equipment.

What this means for you

Net metering lets a rooftop-solar owner export surplus electricity to the grid and offset their bill. Applications go through your DISCO and are licensed by NEPRA. Note that the rules changed under the 2025 prosumer framework (a shift toward net billing), so export/credit rates and meter costs have been revised — confirm the current rate and terms with your DISCO/NEPRA before sizing a system.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming an old buyback rate still applies — rates have changed; confirm the current one.
  • Using a non-registered installer or non-approved equipment.
  • Applying on a single-phase connection where three-phase is required — check the requirement.

How to verify you are on the official channel

Apply only through your DISCO and NEPRA (nepra.org.pk), using an AEDB-registered installer and approved equipment. Do not rely on figures from unofficial forums.

Official source: Your DISCO + NEPRA — nepra.org.pk
Last verified: . Use an AEDB-registered installer. Export/credit rates and meter costs are revised periodically — confirm the current figures officially.
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اہم معلومات (آسان اردو میں)

نیٹ میٹرنگ سے چھت کے سولر کی فاضل بجلی گرڈ کو دی جا سکتی ہے۔ درخواست DISCO + NEPRA کے ذریعے؛ 2025 رولز میں ریٹس بدلے ہیں — تازہ ریٹ/شرائط سرکاری طور پر تصدیق کریں۔

Eligibility Criteria

Grid-connected electricity consumer of a DISCO or K-Electric.
A three-phase connection (single-phase users must upgrade first).
A solar system not exceeding your sanctioned load (apply for a load extension if needed).
System capacity generally between 1 kW and 1 MW.

Required Documents

CNIC of the meter owner
A recent electricity bill with no outstanding arrears
Proof of property ownership (Fard / registry / allotment letter)
Single-line diagram and details of the AEDB-certified installer and approved equipment

How to Apply — Step by Step

1

Ensure you have a three-phase connection and your solar size is within your sanctioned load.

2

Use an AEDB-certified installer and NEPRA-approved equipment (inverter and panels).

3

Apply to your DISCO (online where available) with your CNIC, recent paid bill, ownership proof and single-line diagram.

4

The DISCO inspects the installation and installs a bi-directional meter.

5

Sign the agreement; new applicants are processed under the 2026 net-billing rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

NEPRA replaced one-to-one net metering with net billing for new applicants under the Prosumer Regulations 2026.
Yes, valid agreements continue under the old one-to-one terms until their contracts expire.
A three-phase connection, a bi-directional meter, an AEDB-certified installer and approved equipment.
No; apply for a load extension first if needed.
Usually about 4 to 6 weeks, including inspection.
Yes. Under the 2025 prosumer/net-billing framework, export rates and meter costs were revised. Confirm the current rate and terms with your DISCO and NEPRA before installing.

Important Notes

Since 9 Feb 2026, new applicants fall under net billing (Prosumer Regulations 2026), not the old one-to-one net metering.
Existing net-metering agreements remain on old terms until their contracts expire.
A three-phase connection and a bi-directional meter are required; system size must be within your sanctioned load.
Use only AEDB-certified installers and NEPRA-approved equipment; rates and charges are revised by NEPRA — confirm current terms with your DISCO.

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