Electricity prices across Pakistan have increased following a decision by the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) to raise power tariffs under the quarterly adjustment mechanism. The decision has imposed a financial burden of approximately Rs 8.67 billion on electricity consumers nationwide.

According to the regulatory announcement, electricity prices were increased by 35 paise per unit under the quarterly adjustment for the period October to December 2025. The new tariff will remain effective for three months from March to May 2026.

Impact of Quarterly Adjustment on Consumers

The power tariff increase means that electricity consumers across major cities, including Karachi, will face higher electricity bills. The cumulative financial impact of this decision is estimated at Rs 8 billion 67 crore 40 lakh, increasing household and commercial energy expenses.

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Officials confirmed that the revised tariff structure is part of the cost-recovery mechanism used in Pakistan’s power sector to manage production and distribution expenses.

The regulatory authority forwarded the electricity price hike decision to the federal government for final implementation approval. Once approved, the new rate structure will automatically apply to electricity billing cycles during the specified period.

Previous Tariff Adjustments and Energy Pricing Trends

This is not the first electricity price increase under quarterly adjustment policy. During the July–September 2025 adjustment cycle, electricity prices were already increased by 33 paise per unit, further adding pressure on household budgets.

Energy sector analysts believe frequent tariff adjustments reflect rising production costs, fuel price volatility, and operational challenges in the national power distribution system.