Everything you need to know about GEPCO net metering in Gujranwala / Sialkot: step-by-step application, complete documents checklist, exact fees in PKR, inspection timeline, billing explained, savings calculator and what to do if GEPCO delays your application.
GEPCO (Gujranwala Electric Power Company) supplies electricity to Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat. Net metering under NEPRA's regulations is available across all GEPCO territory for residential, commercial and industrial consumers.
Only AEDB-registered installers can submit GEPCO net metering applications. Verify AEDB certificate before signing any contract. Ask for their GEPCO net metering track record — prior approved applications in your area indicate familiarity with GEPCO's specific requirements.
Before everythingComplete solar installation per NEPRA technical standards. Inverter must be on GEPCO's approved list. All wiring, earthing, protection devices (SPD, MCB) must meet standards. Photograph the completed installation — GEPCO inspectors may compare against single-line diagram.
Before applicationYour installer compiles all technical documents and submits with your personal documents at the GEPCO Customer Service Centre covering your area. Pay the application processing fee. Get the reference number and submission date in writing — keep this safe for follow-up.
Day 1 — 7–13 weeks clock startsGEPCO's inspection team visits your premises. Be present with your installer. They check: inverter model vs approved list, DC/AC wiring, earthing, surge protection device (SPD), disconnection switches, and overall installation quality. Ensure everything matches your submitted single-line diagram.
3–6 weeks after submissionAfter passing inspection, GEPCO issues approval and schedules bi-directional meter installation. The new meter records both imported and exported units. Net metering credits begin from the next billing cycle. Your 25-year net metering license is issued.
2–4 weeks after inspectionMake 3 complete sets of all documents. Keep submission receipt with date stamp. Photograph every document before submission. Incomplete applications are the primary cause of delays — get everything right first time.
| Fee Item | Amount (PKR) | Paid To | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Processing Fee | Rs. 3,000–5,000 | GEPCO (at CSC) | Application submission |
| Bi-Directional Meter | Rs. 3,500–7,000 | GEPCO | Meter installation |
| Meter Sealing Fee | Rs. 1,000–2,000 | GEPCO | Meter installation |
| Installer Handling Fee | Rs. 10,000–20,000 | Your installer | In installation contract |
| Total Government Fees | Rs. 7,500–14,000 | GEPCO directly | Split across process |
Confirm the installer's net metering handling fee is explicitly included in your written installation contract before signing. Some budget installers exclude this and charge separately later.
Always submit at the CSC covering your connection's division. Check your GEPCO electricity bill header for your division code. Submitting to the wrong CSC causes redirection delays of 1–2 weeks.
After bi-directional meter installation, your monthly bill changes significantly:
| Bill Item | Meaning | Example (5kW system) |
|---|---|---|
| Units Imported | Electricity drawn from GEPCO grid | ~270 units/month |
| Units Exported | Excess solar exported to grid | ~260 units/month |
| Net Units | Import minus export (what you pay for) | ~10 net units |
| Energy Charges | Net units × tariff rate | ~Rs. 450 |
| Fixed Charges | Meter rent + surcharges (NOT offset by solar) | Rs. 1,500–3,500 |
| Total Bill | Energy + fixed + taxes | ~Rs. 3,000–6,000 |
| Pre-solar bill | Without solar (same consumption) | ~Rs. 24,000+ |
GEPCO follows NEPRA net metering regulations. Export rate is at avoided cost — lower than retail tariff. Confirm current rate with GEPCO billing. Net metering credit roll-forward applies month-to-month with annual settlement.
GEPCO area has 5.0 peak sun hours/day — good solar resource.
| System Size | Monthly Generation | Monthly Bill Reduction | Annual Savings | Payback (On-Grid) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 kW | ~318 kWh | Rs. 14,340–15,535 | ~Rs. 172,200 | ~2 yrs |
| 5 kW | ~531 kWh/month | ~Rs. 23,900/month | ~Rs. 2.87 Lac/year | ~2 yrs |
| 7 kW | ~743 kWh | Rs. 33,460–35,850 | ~Rs. 401,800 | ~2 yrs |
| 10 kW | ~1062 kWh | Rs. 47,800–50,190 | ~Rs. 574,000 | ~1.9 yrs |
After 15% system losses. Savings at Rs. 45/unit. Load-shedding areas: add Rs. 10,000–20,000/month hybrid generator savings.
GEPCO's Sialkot division has strong solar adoption due to industrial export sector demands for uninterrupted power. Residential buyers in Sialkot often benefit from competitive pricing due to the strong installer market. Gujranwala residential areas have significant load-shedding — hybrid systems strongly recommended.
Gujranwala city: 8–12 hrs. Sialkot: 6–10 hrs. Narowal/Hafizabad: 10–14 hrs. Rural: 12–16 hrs.
For most GEPCO residential buyers: GoodWe ES/EM hybrid inverter is the top recommendation — sub-20ms switching handles Pakistan's sudden load-shedding, generator input is critical for GEPCO's outage hours, and SEMS monitoring lets you track generation from your phone. Solis RHI is the best budget alternative. Avoid on-grid inverters in any GEPCO area with 6+ hours daily load-shedding.
GEPCO net metering typically takes 7–13 weeks: Gujranwala city 7–10 weeks. Sialkot 7–11 weeks. Outstation areas (Narowal, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin) 10–15 weeks. Submit at Gujranwala G.T. Road CSC for fastest processing. Ensure all documents are complete — GEPCO is strict about AEDB installer certification.
Yes — strongly. Gujranwala has 5.0 peak sun hours, 8–14 hours daily load-shedding in most areas, and high electricity consumption from industrial activity and household use. A 5kW hybrid system saves Rs. 35,000–45,000/month including generator elimination. Payback 2.5–3.5 years.
Yes — Sialkot is in GEPCO territory. Apply at the Sialkot CSC (Paris Road). Same process and fees as Gujranwala. Sialkot's strong industrial installer market means good local AEDB installer availability. Sialkot residential areas typically have 6–10 hours load-shedding — hybrid inverter is recommended.
Government fees payable to GEPCO: Application Rs. 3,000–5,000 + Bi-directional meter Rs. 3,500–7,000 + meter sealing Rs. 1,000–2,000 = total Rs. 7,500–14,000. Your installer's handling fee Rs. 10,000–20,000 (confirm this is in your installation contract). Total process cost: Rs. 17,500–34,000 for net metering application.
For Gujranwala/Sialkot hybrid: GoodWe ES/EM is the top pick — widely available locally, sub-20ms switching, generator input (critical for 8–14 hour outages). Solis RHI is the best budget hybrid with generator input. Avoid on-grid inverters in any GEPCO area with 6+ hours load-shedding.
Agricultural connections in GEPCO territory may be eligible for net metering — however, agricultural solar programs often have separate incentives and application processes. Contact GEPCO's agricultural division and also check AEDB's agricultural solar program for subsidized financing options. Agricultural tube well solar typically uses on-grid or off-grid systems without net metering.
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