Understanding Easily LESCO Bill Charges—Tariffs, Taxes & Surcharges

For most households in Lahore, the LESCO electricity bill is one of the biggest monthly expenses. But when you look at your bill, it’s not always easy to understand all the Lesco bill charges, taxes, and adjustments listed.

This guide explains the breakdown of LESCO bill charges, why they vary, and how you can verify them.

Main Components of a LESCO Bill

Every LESCO bill is made up of several parts:

1. Energy Charges (per unit consumption)
2. Government Charges
3. Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA)
4. Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA)
5. Miscellaneous Surcharges & Fees

1. Cost of Electricity (Unit Rate)

• Based on the number of units (kWh) consumed.
• Unit rates vary by slab (1–100, 101–200, 201–300, etc.) as per NEPRA-approved tariffs.
• Higher usage = higher per unit cost.

Example of Domestic Tariff (2025 Estimate):

Units consumed	Per Unit Rate (Approx.)	Example Cost
1-100	20.85	100 × 20.85 = Rs. 2,085
101-200	27.32	100 × 27.32 = Rs. 2,732
201-300	31.51	100 × 31.51 = Rs. 3,151
301-400	38.41	100 × 38.41 = Rs. 3,841
401-500	41.62	100 x 41.62 = Rs. 4,162
501-600	43.04	100 x 43.04 = Rs. 4,304
601-700	44.18	100 x 44.18 = Rs. 4,418
701 to onward	49.10	Extra units billed at this rate

Note: The slab system means if your usage crosses into a higher bracket, the higher rate applies only to additional units, not the entire bill.

2. Government Charges in LESCO Bill

Several government-imposed charges are added to your bill:

• GST (General Sales Tax): 17% applied on the total energy cost.
• Electricity Duty: 1.5% of the variable charges (Punjab Govt tax).
• GST on FPA: Rs. 50 as per government policy.
• Income Tax: Deducted for non-filers or if bill > Rs. 25,000.

Example (Bill = Rs. 10,000):

Tax Type	Rate/Amount	Cost
GST	17%	Rs. 1,700
Electricity Duty	1.5%	Rs. 150
GST on FPA	Rs.50	Rs.50
ED on FPA	7.50%	Rs.750
Total	–	Rs.2,650

3. Fuel Price Adjustment (FPA)

• FPA is based on changes in fuel cost (oil, gas, coal, RLNG) used in power generation.
• Announced monthly by NEPRA.
• It can be a positive or negative charge.

Note: If international oil prices rise, FPA increases, making your bill higher even if your unit consumption is the same.

4. Quarterly Tariff Adjustment (QTA)

• Applied every 3 months to adjust the distribution company’s revenues.
• The amount varies from quarter to quarter.
• Usually, a few hundred rupees are added to each bill.

Example: Jan–Mar quarter QTA = Rs. 1.60/unit × 300 units = Rs. 480.

5. Miscellaneous Surcharges & Fees

• FC Surcharge (Financing Cost): Rs. 0.43/unit (to cover debt servicing).
• Late Payment Surcharge (LPS): 10% penalty on the bill if not paid by the due date.
• Meter Rent: Rarely applicable for old connections.

Sample Bill Breakdown (Example: 350 Units)

Detail	Amount (Rs.)
Energy Charges (350 units)	Rs. 13,444
GST @17%	Rs. 2,285
Electricity Duty @1.5%	Rs. 202
GST on FPA	Rs. 50
FPA Adjustment	Rs. 700
Quarterly Tariff Adjustment	Rs. 560
FC Surcharge	Rs. 150
Total Bill	Rs. 17,391

Why Do LESCO Charges Vary Every Month?

1. Seasonal Usage: AC/heaters increase consumption.
2. Fuel Prices: Higher oil/gas = higher FPAs.
3. Tariff Revisions: NEPRA adjusts base tariffs yearly.
4. Government Charges: New taxes can be added in budgets.

Note: Compare the current vs last month’s bill to spot unusual increases.

How to Verify LESCO Bill Charges?

• Check NEPRA tariff notifications (official site).
• Review LESCO’s published rate sheets.
• Use billlescoonline.pk to check and download duplicate bills.
• Call LESCO helpline at 118 for clarification.

The customers can compare the LESCO bill cost with other electricity companies to find out the difference in rates.

Conclusion

Understanding your LESCO bill is the first step to managing electricity costs.

• Know your unit slab rates.
• Track taxes, FPA, and QTA.
• Avoid late payment surcharges.
• Compare monthly bills to catch unusual increases.

Note: With this knowledge, you can easily cross-check your bill and plan electricity usage smartly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the Fuel Price Adjustment in LESCO bill?

It’s an extra charge based on changes in fuel costs (oil, gas, coal) used for electricity generation.

Q2. Why do my unit rates increase when I consume more electricity?

LESCO follows a slab system where higher usage puts you into higher per-unit rates.

Q3. What is the TV license fee in LESCO bills?

Domestic consumers pay Rs. 50/month and commercial consumers Rs. 100/month.

Q4. What happens if I don’t pay my LESCO bill on time?

A 10% late payment surcharge (LPS) is added to your bill, and your connection may be disconnected.

Q5. Can I calculate my bill myself?

Yes, by multiplying your units with tariff rates and adding taxes, FPA, and QTA.