Pakistan electricity consumers may soon face an increase of 48 paisa per unit as the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) evaluates a request from the Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA) concerning the Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) for December 2025.
During a public hearing held on January 29, 2026, the CPPA reported a 22% rise in national electricity consumption compared to the previous year, driven by increased demand from industrial and agricultural sectors. Industrial electricity consumption alone rose from 2 billion units in December 2024 to 2.4 billion units in December 2025.
NEPRA
NEPRA was informed that peak electricity demand reached 14,886 megawatts in December 2025, up from 13,792 megawatts a year earlier. Solar energy’s contribution to the grid, providing 9,000 to 10,000 megawatts daily through net metering, is noted for reducing grid consumption during daylight hours.
Pakistan Electricity Tariff Increase: Industrial Concern
Industrial stakeholders have expressed concerns over the proposed tariff increase, citing high electricity costs that could undermine competitiveness. Power sector officials, however, indicated that while the FCA might rise, a decrease in the quarterly adjustment could offer relief in the coming months. They also highlighted seasonal variations in hydel power production, which tends to decrease in winter and increase in summer, affecting the FCA.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, January 30th, 2026
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