MEPCO Net Metering – Complete Guide for Solar Users

1. What is Net Metering?

Net Metering is a billing system that allows solar panel users to sell extra electricity back to the national grid. When your solar system produces more energy than you consume, the surplus is sent to MEPCO’s grid, and you receive credits that reduce your electricity bill. In simple words, your meter runs “backwards” when you generate excess power.

2. Benefits of MEPCO Net Metering

MEPCO’s net metering provides several advantages for residential, commercial, and industrial users:

Huge Reduction in Electricity Bills

With MEPCO Net Metering, your solar system produces clean electricity that directly cuts down your grid consumption. Any extra units you generate are exported back to MEPCO, and these exported units are adjusted against your monthly bill. This means you pay only for the net units consumed — often reducing your electricity bill by 50% to 90% depending on your solar capacity. Many users even receive a zero bill during high-production months.

Earn from Excess Energy

One of the biggest advantages of MEPCO Net Metering is that it turns your solar system into an income source. When your panels produce more electricity than you use, the extra units go back into the MEPCO grid. These exported units are recorded by your bi-directional meter and converted into monetary credits. If your exported units exceed your monthly usage, MEPCO pays you according to the approved NEPRA rate.

Promotes Clean Energy

MEPCO Net Metering encourages the use of renewable energy by allowing households and businesses to rely more on solar power. By generating clean electricity, you help reduce the demand for fossil fuels and cut down harmful carbon emissions. This shift toward solar energy supports a healthier environment, improves air quality, and contributes to a greener and more sustainable Pakistan. With net metering, every unit of solar energy you export plays a small but meaningful role in protecting the planet.

Fast ROI (Return on Investment)

With MEPCO Net Metering, the money you invest in a solar system starts returning quickly. Since your monthly electricity bills drop significantly and you can even earn from excess units, the overall cost of the system is recovered much faster than traditional energy setups. Most users achieve a full return on investment within 3 to 5 years, depending on system size and usage. After that, the electricity your system produces is practically free, giving you long-term savings for many years to come.

3. Checklist For Filing Net Metering Applications

1. In case of NET Metering, Installation of Solar system is only allowed from AEDB approved Installers/vendors.
2. Application must be uploaded online by approved installer and hard copy must be sent to MEPCO NET Metering Cell MEPCO H/Q Multan or concerned CE/SE/XEN/SDO office as per load sanctioned authority.
3. Upgrade your Connection Type: 3 Phase (If single Phase get it upgrade from SDO office) &Load applied for DG Facility must be equal or 1.5 times than load Sanctioned.
4. Distributed Generation Interconnection Agreement between Distributed Generator and Distribution Company (Schedule-I).
5. Standard Distributed Generation Application Form for Distribution Company (Schedule-II).
6. Application for grant of License National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) (Schedule-III).
7. Application for Exemption from section 24 of the Act (Schedule-IV).
8. Fee Schedule (Schedule-V).
9. Affidavit (On non-judicial paper) (Schedule-VI).
10. Generation License Template (Schedule-VII).
11. Attested copy of CNIC of Applicant and Witnesses from applicant.
12. Copy of last paid electricity bill. (Name of applicant and name mentioned on electricity bill must be same if not get update the name on bill by SDO office).
13. Technical Data of components including solar modules, invertors, etc.
14. Schematic drawings, Single line diagram of the system.
15. Site plan showing location of external disconnect switch.
16. Certificate from Electrical Inspector if DG facility is Above 250 KW.
17. Load Flow Study if DG Facility is greater than 250 KW.
18. Installation/Inspection Certificate of Electrical Installations from Installers/ AEDB approved vendors.
19. In case of Ltd. company, CUIN certificate is required.
20. In case of company, NTN/STRN certificate is required and Memorandum of Association or article.
21. Schedule -VII, Agreement Between Consumer and AEDB approved Installer is compulsory to be provided with application as per AEDB Instructions.
22. Memorandum of article or Memorandum of association in case of Company.
23. Authority Letter in the name of person signing the Net Metering File in case of company etc.

4. Required Documents for Net Metering

MEPCO generally requires the following documents:

• Copy of CNIC of the consumer.
• Copy of latest paid MEPCO bill.
• Proof of ownership or property documents.
• Installation Certificate of solar system.
• System Design & Single Line Diagram.
• Vendor/Installer License.
• Protection system test report.
• Signed Application Form for net metering.

5. Conclusion

MEPCO Net Metering is one of the best ways to save money and make your home energy-efficient. With a certified solar system and proper documents, you can start reducing your electricity bills immediately. While also earning from the extra units your system generates. It’s a smart, long-term investment for anyone planning to shift to clean and affordable solar energy in Pakistan.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is MEPCO Net Metering?

MEPCO Net Metering allows solar users to send extra electricity to the grid and get credit or payment for it in their monthly bill.

What is the minimum system size for net metering?

The minimum solar system requirement is 1 kW, and the maximum allowed is 1 MW for MEPCO.

Will MEPCO pay me for extra units?

Yes, if you export more units than you consume, MEPCO compensates you according to NEPRA’s notified rate.

Can tenants apply for net metering?

Yes, but they must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the property owner.

Is net metering available for domestic customers?

Yes, MEPCO Net Metering is available for domestic, commercial, and industrial customers.