With increasing prices in PESCO Bill electricity high electricity costs can have a number of negative impacts on individuals and families, including:

1. Financial strain: High electricity bills can be a significant burden for many households, particularly those on fixed incomes or low incomes. This can lead to a decrease in the standard of living for many individuals and families, as they may have to cut back on other expenses in order to pay for the increased cost of electricity.
2. Difficulty paying bills: If a household is unable to afford its electricity bills, it may struggle to pay them on time, leading to late fees and potential disconnection. This can also harm their credit score, making it more difficult to obtain loans or credit cards in the future.
3. Energy poverty: High electricity prices can lead to energy poverty, which is defined as the inability to afford to keep one’s home adequately heated or cooled. This can lead to health problems, particularly among older adults and children, due to the lack of warmth in the winter or coolness in the summer.
4. Job loss: High electricity prices can make it more difficult for small businesses to operate, which can lead to job losses and a reduction in economic activity.
5. Difficulty Affording Basic Needs: High electricity prices can also make it more difficult to afford basic needs, such as food and healthcare.
6. Discouraging investment in renewable energy: High electricity prices could discourage people to invest in electric vehicles and renewable energy sources.
7. Disadvantages for Low-income communities and communities of color: Low-income communities and communities of color disproportionately bear the burden of high electricity costs, which can exacerbate existing social and economic inequalities.

Overall, high electricity costs can have a wide range of negative impacts on PESCO individuals and communities, and can contribute to a number of broader social and economic challenges. It is important for governments and utility companies to take steps to help mitigate these impacts and support those who are most affected by high electricity costs

Alert! for the consumers of Pesco and other Discos that Nepra has announced the Quarter Tariff Adjustment which will be applied in the month on july 2022. It will be adjusted as quarter tariff adjustmnet in the pesco bills. The consumer have to pay extra amount along with their current bill in the month of july 2022.

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Thursday permitted a hike in the strength tariff by using Rs1.55 per unit.

According to the NEPRA, Discos had requested NEPRA for quarterly changes in electrical energy fees on which the authority, after scrutinizing the data, permitted an extend of Rs 1.55 per unit for Discos clients with impact from July 2022.

It introduced that tariff adjustment would be effective for three months and would practice to all Discos clients barring Lifeline

To check pesco online bill please visit the Pesco Online Bill

 

NEPRA is going to impose FPA on the Pesco Bill for the month of January 2022 @ Rs. 6.51/ kWh. So be ready for the next FPA burden.

In the miserable condition of Pesco consumers this will be a great worry for them. Increasing price also effected the people and now the NEPRA again going to charge extra Bill in the form of FPA @ Rs. 6.51 per unit. This amount of FPA will be charged in the month of FEB 2022 pesco bill.

FPA for November 2021:NEPRA Raises Electricity Rate By Rs. 4.30 per Unit

The NEPRA has imposed FPA for the month of November 2021 @ Rs. 4.30 per unit without taxes. It is pure rate the taxes will be applicable on the FPA rate. So it is sad news for the whole consumers of WAPDA. Although the GOVT has collected huge amount in respect of Oct,2021 with the rate of Rs. 4.74. Now Once again the Govt has induced FPA. It is not a good sign for the common man, because they already suffered with increasing price of all things.

So the FPA @ 4.30 after including taxes will be nearly Rs. 4.93 will be charged in the bill of January 2022. It will be a cause in increasing inflation rate. The all consumers of DISCO’s ( iescobill, mepcobill, pescobill, hescobill, sepcobill, qescobill, gepcobill, fescobill, tescobill)will pay the FPA in the electricity bills of January 2022. [Read more…]

The electricity in the following areas will remain close for the given dates in the month of October 2021.

The light will be remains off in the followning areas from  4,5 and 11 September 2021. A public message from Pesco.

1. Net Metering

1. Single Line Diagram Of On Grid Roof Top PV System for Net Metering Interconnection.

 

2. Single Line Diagram Of On Grid Roof Top PV System For Net Metering Interconnection Diesel Generator.

2. REGISTERATION OF APPLICATIONS

a. Application can   be   down   loaded   from   NEPRA’s   website www.nepra.org.pk & QESCO’s website www.qesco.gov.pk

b. Eligible Distributed Generator can submit application for net metering in the concerned QESCO office.

c. CAPACITY OF DIESEL GENERATOR FILICITY

3. REGISTERING OFFICE

1. UPTO 70 kW                       Dy: MANAGER  OPER:
2. UPTO 500 kW                     MANAGER OPERATION

ABOVE 500 kW                     CHIEF ENGINEER (P&E)

1.  QESCO shall accord solar net metering approvals on a first come first served basis until the grid connected Solar PV installed capacity  reaches              30%  of  the  closest  upstream  Distribution Transformer rated capacity.

2.    The priority for such applications shall be maintained for which a separate register shall be prepared for solar roof top applications.

 

4. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

1. Distributed Generation Interconnection Agreement (Schedule-I).
2. Standard Distributed Generation Application Form (Schedule-II).
3. Application for grant of License (Schedule-III).
4. Application for Exemption from section 24 of the Act (Schedule-IV).
5. Fee Schedule (Schedule-V).
6. Affidavit on non-judicial paper (Schedule-VI).
7. Generation License Template (Schedule-VII).
8. Attested copy of CNIC.
9. Copy of last paid electricity bill.
10. Certificate from Electric Inspector, Govt. of Balochistan.
11. Technical Data of components including solar modules, Invertors,etc.
12. Schematic drawings, Single line diagram of the system.
13. Site plan showing location of external disconnect switch.

5. APPLICATION PROCESING

1. Within five (5) working days of receiving an application QESCO shall acknowledge its receipt and inform the applicant whether the application is complete in all respects
2. In case of any missing information or documents, the applicant shall provide the same to the QESCO office within seven (7) working days of being informed.
3. The transformer shall be loaded (including proposed Checks before issuing the technical feasibility report of proposed The QESCO office shall perform an initial review / technical feasibility   to   determine   whether   the   applicant   qualifies   for interconnection facility,  or  may  qualify  subject  to  additional requirements provided that the initial review shall be completed within twenty (20) working days.: SRTPV system load) up to 80% of its capacity. Whether the  proposed  interconnection  will  require upgrading the capacity of existing distribution network. Phase  balancing  to  avoid  unbalancing  of  load  in secondary circuit of distribution line.
4. In case the initial review reveals that the proposed facility is not technically feasible, QESCO office shall return the application and communicate reason (s) to the applicant within three (3) working days after the completion of initial review / technical feasibility study.
5. 1. Within seven (7) working days, QESCO Office shall forward the application along with agreement and enclosures to NEPRA for issuance of generation license. Simultaneously, QESCO office shall issue the demand notice to the applicant for the proposed interconnection facility.
   2. The applicant shall make the payment of demand notice within twenty (20) days of its issuance.
   3. QESCO office   shall   install   and   commission   the   proposed interconnection facility within thirty (30) days of the payment of demand notice by the applicant.
   4. Net Metering arrangement / billing shall commence upon grant of license to the Distributed Generator by NEPRA.
   5. agreement with the applicant within ten (10) working days.

 

6.TECHNICAL COMMITTEES   FOR   CHECKING/COMMISSIONING INTERCONNECTION FACILITY

1. When application is entertained by Deputy Manager Operation
   1. Deputy Manager (Operation)                           Convener
   2. Deputy Manager (M&T)                                   Member
   3. Assistant Manager (Operation)                         Member

2. When application is entertained by Manager Operation Div:

1. 1. Manager (Operation)                                        Convener
   2. Deputy Manager (M&T)                                    Member
   3. Deputy Manager (Operation)                            Member

When  application   is   entertained  by   Chief QESCO HQ:

1. 1. Chief Engineer (P&E)                                         Convener
   2. Manager (GSO)                                                  Member
   3. Regional Manager (M&T)                                  Member
   4. Manager (Operation)                                         Member                                 

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QESCO has simplified the process of establishing new connections, especially for domestic and commercial subscribers. Application forms were also submitted in Urdu. The following documents are required for general contact of the application form.

1. Copy of national identity card.
2. A copy of the certificate of ownership. If the applicant is not the real owner, then the owner’s permission on stamped paper with proof of ownership is required.
3. Abridged condition of supply duly signed by applicant

NEW CONNECTION PROCEDURE

The new connection procedure is defined by the following pictures. It is easy way to understand what kind of document are required for new connection and all kind of category

APPLY ONLINE FOR NEW CONNECTION

just click on the following link for apply on line

Apply Online Here

From the pescobill.net platform we have introduced QESCO phone directory to help the costumers.

Here is complete phone directory of QESCO official. You can easily contact to the higher authority for any complain or any other information. Just search the required No. and dial it to contact the concern official. A complete telephonic directory is listed below to assist the costumers. QESCO phone directory is made to keep in touch the consumers to the high official of the company. From the following numbers you can register your complaint and report about theft of electricity.

QESCO Phone Directory

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What is Pakistan Citizen’s Portal?

The Prime Minister’s Performance Unit (PMDU) was created in 2013. To redefine a new vision of strengthening civic status and collective governance. Women, privileged persons and foreigners. The main goal of this unit is to give citizens the opportunity to freely communicate with all government agencies and resolve their issues as a matter of priority, in accordance with the government’s vision. This unit will establish a performance management culture and hold various government agencies accountable for their core functions and responsibilities. In addition, the unit will make recommendations to modify and simplify burdensome government procedures based on data from the database in order to ensure convenience for the public.

The division is committed to ensuring that citizens / members registered on the Citizens of Pakistan Portal (PCP) get the best possible comfort from their interactions with government agencies. Suggestions may be made to allow citizens / members to file personal complaints and grievances, report violations of the law, or seek public advice. The unit has an important responsibility to deal fairly with all complaints and suggestions. and effectively through relevant organizations. This directory portal is designed to help government agencies effectively address emerging issues. The processes described in this guide are available for understanding and use by all interested parties.

HOW YOU CAN USE PCP APP?

1. First of all you need to download the PCP app on your cell phone.
2. Now for complain you have to register yourself on Pakistan citizen’s Portal App with your CNIC and  obile Number.
3. After registration you will get a verification SMS on your mobile.
4. In the end now you can send your complaints and can take part in public polling.

Where To Find The PCP App?

You can easily find the Pakistan Citizen’s Portal App on the following platforms

 

HOW TO USE PCP ON WEB BROWSER.

You can register your complaint by using citizen portal online. If you don’t have cell phone or android phone don’t worry here is a quick link for your to join PCP by just one click

Use PCP By using this link

Pakistan Citizen Portal Online