Last Updated on: 21st February 2024, 10:51 am
The Islamabad Electricity Supply Company (IESCO) oversees the distribution of electricity in the regions encompassing Rawalpindi, Chakwal, Attock, Jhelum, and Islamabad. It provides a comprehensive fee structure for acquiring new electricity connections, with prices starting from Rs8,500.
When erecting a new property within Islamabad or any area under IESCO’s jurisdiction, adhering to the application process outlined by IESCO is crucial for obtaining a new single-phase connection.
New Meter Connection Procedure:
Step 1: Obtain five copies of the Application and Agreement (A&A) form, along with the Abridged Conditions of Supply, free of charge from the following locations:
- Subdivisional Offices
- Customer Service Centers
Step 2: Complete all five copies of the A&A form and submit them, along with one copy of the Abridged Conditions of Supply, and the following supporting documents:
- Proof of property ownership (Registry)
- Electricity bill of any neighboring premises
- Wiring Test Report for all connections except domestic ones
- An affidavit confirming no previous connection existed at the premises and a commitment to settle WAPDA/IESCO dues for any pre-existing connections later discovered
- Owner’s National Identity Card (photocopy)
- Photocopy of Witness’s National Identity Card
- “No Objection Certificate” from the landlord if the applicant is a tenant, along with the landlord’s proof of ownership and the aforementioned affidavit
Electricity Price Per Unit in Pakistan Updated February 2024
Time Required for New Electricity Connection in Islamabad:
The process typically takes approximately 35 days in urban areas and 45 days in rural areas.
New Electricity Meter Connection Fees in Islamabad, Chakwal, and Rawalpindi:
The meter fee for a new electricity connection for a single phase varies based on the length of the service line. The minimum cost for a new meter is Rs8,500 if the service line’s length is up to 20 meters. Below is the complete fee structure:
| Sr. No. | Fixed Cost to be Recovered | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Length of service line up to 20 meters | Rs. 8,500/- |
| 2 | Length of service line above 20 and up to 30 meters | Rs. 10,500/- |
| 3 | Length of service line above 30 and up to 40 meters | Rs. 11,500/- |
| 4 | Length of service line above 40 meters and up to and including 100 meters with one span LT with Ant Conductor and one Pole (Excluding connections under Housing Societies) | Rs. 11,000 + Rs. 800 per meter above 40 meters |
| 5 | Length of service line above 100 meters and up to and including 160 meters with two span LT with Ant Conductor and two Poles (Excluding connections under Housing Societies) | Rs. 60,000 + Rs. 1,000 per meter above 100 meters |
