How To Check MEPCO Bill Online 2024?
To check the MEPCO bill online you have to put your 14-digit reference number or 10-digit customer id in the dialog box, and click on the generate button. Your bill will be displayed on a new tab.
How To Check MEPCO Bill With Reference Number?
To check the MEPCO online bill you have to put your 14-digit reference number (given on the left side of the bill), in the dialog box and click on the generate button. Your duplicate electricity bill will be displayed on a new tab.
How To Check MEPCO Bill With Customer ID?
To check the MEPCO ebill you have to put your 10-digit customer id in the dialog box, and click on the generate button. Your current WAPDA bill will be displayed on a new tab.
How can I find the Reference Number and Customer ID of the MEPCO bill?
To find the reference number and customer id of your MEPCO bill, you have to see your old bill or check from the MEPCO portal.
- Old Bill: Normally reference number and customer id is written on the left top corner on the bill.
- MEPCO Online Portal: still if you don’t find your reference number or customer id then goto MEPCO online portal and find your account with required details. Once you find your account, you can easily see your reference number or customer id.
- Customer Service Center: if you still can’t find it, then simply visit any nearest customer service center along with your CNIC copy.
MEPCO Introduction
MEPCO stands for Multan Electric Power Company. It is a power distribution company for Multan and surrounding cities. MEPCO was founded as Multan Power Supply Company in 1922 during British India-era. In 1972, the company was nationalized. Subsequently, it was taken over by the Government of Pakistan. It has been directly and exclusively supplying electricity to 34 million people in 13 districts of South Punjab.
Areas Under MEPCO
MEPCO is the one of the biggest power distribution company in Pakistan that operates in 13 districts of southern Punjab:
- Multan
- Muzaffargarh
- Layyah
- Dera Ghazi Khan
- Rajanpur
- Lodhran
- Bahawalpur
- Rahim Yar Khan
- Khanewal
- Sahiwal
- Pakpattan
- Vehari
- Bahawalnagar
MEPCO Operational Circles
MEPCO covers a huge area, they divide this area into 9 circles to manage it better. Each circle is further divided into 38 divisions and 181 subdivisions.
- Multan Circle: Musapak, M/Abad, S.R.Alam, City, Shujabad, Cantt.
- Muzaffargarh Circle: Layyah, Ali Pur, Muzaffargarh, Kot Addu.
- D.G.Khan Circle: Tounsa, Rajanpur, Kot Chutta, D.G.Khan-1.
- Rahim Yar Khan Circle: khanpur, Sadiq Abad, R.Y.Khan, Liaqat Pur.
- Bahawalpur Circle: Lodhran, A.P.East, Model Town, Bahawalpur, Hasil Pur.
- Bahawalnagar Circle: Bahawalnagar, Haroon Abad, Chishtian.
- Vehari Circle: Vehari, Burewala, Mailsi.
- Sahiwal Circle: Sahiwal-1, Sahiwal-2, Chichawatni, Pakpattan, Arifwala.
- Khanewal Circle: Mian Channu, K/wala, Khanewal.
Net Meter
Net meters, also known as bi-directional meters, monitor electricity flow in two directions: from the national grid to the consumer and vice versa. They facilitate the incorporation of renewable energy sources such as solar power into the grid. When consumers generate extra renewable energy, it can be fed back into the national grid, with the net meters accurately measuring the surplus for credits or compensation.
How to print and download MEPCO Bill Online?
The process of print and download MEPCO bill is very easy, when you get displayed your bill, you see the “Print” button on the top, click on this for print or for download duplicate copy of your bill.
Why is online bill useful?
Online bill is useful because it allows you to conveniently view your bills using the internet. Instead of receiving paper bills in the mail, you can access your bills online anytime and anywhere, often through a laptop or mobile. This saves time and resources, as you don’t have to wait for mail delivery or keep track of physical documents.
MEPCO Bill Payment
There are various methods for MEPCO bill payment, either online or physical.
- Bill Payment With Bank: You can pay your bills at any nearest bank branch, payment can be done in two types: cash or cheque.
- Bill Payment With ATM: You can pay your bills with any nearest ATM machine with ATM cards.
- Bill Payment With Mobile Banking: You can also pay your bills with mobile banking apps.
- Bill Payment With EasyPaisa/JazzCash: You can also pay your bills with mobile wallet apps like easypaisa, jazzcash and other that type of apps.
- Bill Payment At Customer Services Centers: You have another option to pay your bills at any nearest customer services centers with cash or cheque.
MEPCO Tariff 2024
The increasing inflation in Pakistan has significantly impacted electricity bills. Comparing the current electricity rates with those from 5 or 6 years ago reveals a substantial difference. These changes in tariff have badly affected people’s lives. It is important for everyone to be aware of their bill rates.
Here is the 2024 MEPCO Tariff, which you can use to estimate your electricity bill.
MEPCO Helpline
You can contact the MEPCO helpline for any questions or assistance. Here are the contact numbers:
- Call: 118
- SMS: 8118
When you call the helpline, you will be prompted to select a language by pressing the corresponding key based on the instructions provided. You will be guided according to your question. If you are not satisfied with the automated assistance, you have the option to speak directly with a customer care representative by pressing the key for a live agent.
How can I apply for MEPCO bill correction?
You can apply for bill correction with a helpline (call at 118 or SMS at 8118), or you can visit any nearest customer service center.
MEPCO SMS Service
MEPCO facilitates their consumers with free service of bill delivery by SMS on your mobile.
New Connection or Transfer Procedure
The process for a new connection or transfer of a connection is very easy. Visit any nearest office to follow the process or visit ENC.
Peak and Off-Peak Timings
Understanding peak and off-peak electricity timings can help you to manage your electricity usage and control your electricity bill. Here are the MEPCO peak and off-peak timings for 2024.
Session | Peak Timing | Off-Peak Timing |
Jan – Dec | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Remaining Hours |
How to Save MEPCO Bill And Reducing Consumption
As you may have noticed, electricity bills are rising rapidly, with the unit price nearly doubling compared to last year. For an average person or a middle-class family, paying these high bills is becoming increasingly difficult.
Here are some tips to help you save on electricity bills and reduce consumption:
- Unplug the iron after use, along with other devices like TVs, AC units, and mobile chargers, as they consume electricity even when not in use.
- Perform tasks that require a lot of electricity during off-peak hours to lower your bills.
- Turn off lights and fans when rooms are unoccupied.
How can I Check The Load Shedding Schedule of MEPCO Bill online 2024?
It is important for consumers to be aware of the electricity load shedding schedule so they can plan their activities accordingly. You can check the MEPCO load shedding schedule for 2024 by visiting this page.
Register MEPCO Complaint at CCMS
WAPDA has launched a complaint portal on CCMS for complaints with any electricity company (lesco, fesco, mepco, iesco, pesco, …..).
How to Track MEPCO Complaints on CCMS?
After registering a complaint, tracking it with your reference number is very easy, as CCMS keeps applicants updated on the online portal.
Defaulters and Theft Reporting
Multan Electric Power Company is facing significant problems of defaulters and power theft. Defaulters are those who are not pay their electricity bills on time, which caused the financial pressure on the company. Electricity theft through illegal connections and meter tampering, leading to revenue losses and service disruptions. read more on “MEPCO Defaulters and Theft Reporting” page.
Due Date Extension and Installment Procedure
To facilitate customers, MEPCO offers due date extensions and installment plans. You can extend your bill’s due date or set up installment plans by visiting the nearest MEPCO office or using their online portal. Here are the extension options:
- 3-Day Extension for Bills Over 10,000 Rupees: Contact the Assistant Manager Officer.
- 3-Day Extension for Bills Over 25,000 Rupees: Contact the Deputy Manager Officer.
- 5-Day Extension for Bills Over 200,000 Rupees: Contact the Billing Manager.
- Extensions Over 5 Days: Only the Chief Executive Officer can grant these in special cases.
Installment Procedure:
If you’re struggling to pay your MEPCO bill due to high amounts or inflation, MEPCO offers installment plans to help. Here’s how you can convert your bill into installments:
- 3 Installments for Bills Up to 10,000 Rupees: Contact the Assistant Manager Operation for assistance.
- 3 Installments for Bills Over 100,000 Rupees: Contact the Deputy Manager Officer.
- 4 Installments for Bills Over 500,000 Rupees: Contact the Manager’s Operation.
- 12 Installments for Bills Over 1,000,000 Rupees: Contact the Chief Engineer. If your connection is disconnected, you can reactivate it by paying the bill in 6 installments.
For special cases, you may need to approach the Chief Executive Officer for resolution.
Taxes in MEPCO Bill
There are different types of taxes applied to your MEPCO bill like GST, Fuel Adjustment, Television Fee and many more.
FPA (Fuel Price Adjustment): This charge, often added to MEPCO bills, reflects fluctuations in oil prices used by rental power companies to generate electricity.
TR Surcharge (Tariff Rationalization Surcharge): This represents the difference between electricity rates set by NEPRA and the government. If the rate is lower, the government pays the difference as a subsidy. If higher, the distribution company covers the gap, paying the government an “Inter DISCO Tariff Rationalization Surcharge (IDTR SUR).”
FC Surcharge (Financing Cost): A charge of 43 paisa per unit to cover repayments of debt by Power Holding Private Limited.
Deferred Bills: You can choose to pay a deferred bill in the same month or later, with no extra charges. The amount will be added to your next bill.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is bill adjustment?
Bill adjustment in a MEPCO electricity bill refers to corrections made for any discrepancies or errors in previous bills, including overcharges, undercharges, or adjustments due to changes in tariffs .
What are sanctioned loads and connected loads?
Sanctioned load is the maximum electricity limit approved for you, while connected load is the total electricity used by you.
How to calculate MEPCO bill?
MEPCO bill calculation is very easy with our free tool “MEPCO Bill Calculator“.
How to apply for a MEPCO new meter connection?
You can see the complete process and step-by-step guide on MEPCO new connection page.