November 2026 Electricity Bills: Rs 2.56 FCA Request Explained
Electricity consumers of all ex-WAPDA distribution companies could see a larger fuel charge on their November 2026 bills. The Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G) has asked NEPRA to approve a fuel charges adjustment (FCA) of Rs 2.5624 per unit for electricity used in September 2026. NEPRA will hear the request on 29 October 2026.
This is a request, not a decision. NEPRA has trimmed CPPA-G’s claim in recent months, so the final figure may be lower. This page will be updated once NEPRA issues its decision.
The request at a glance
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| Fuel month | September 2026 |
| Reference fuel cost (in tariff) | Rs 7.4596 per unit |
| Actual fuel cost claimed by CPPA-G | Rs 10.0220 per unit |
| FCA requested | Rs 2.5624 per unit |
| Units sold to DISCOs in September | 12.76 billion units |
| Fuel cost charged to DISCOs | Rs 127.88 billion |
| NEPRA public hearing | 29 October 2026 |
| Expected on bills | November 2026 |
All figures are from CPPA-G’s letter to NEPRA dated 15 October 2026 and its provisional energy purchase data for September 2026, published on NEPRA’s News & Updates page on 17 October 2026.
Why the fuel cost went up in September
The reference fuel cost built into the tariff for September was Rs 7.46 per unit, but CPPA-G says generation actually cost Rs 10.02 per unit. Three things drive most of the gap:
- Expensive fuels in the mix. CPPA-G’s data shows around Rs 13.26 billion spent on high-speed diesel and Rs 11.81 billion on furnace oil (RFO) in September. Both are among the costliest ways to make electricity.
- Heavy imported coal and RLNG use. Imported coal plants accounted for about Rs 37.14 billion in fuel cost and RLNG plants for about Rs 31.94 billion.
- Large previous-period adjustments. About Rs 16.38 billion of the fuel cost is not September fuel at all but corrections for earlier months. The biggest single item is roughly Rs 10.27 billion for Thar Coal Block-1. Spread over September’s units, previous adjustments alone work out to about Rs 1.28 per unit of the Rs 2.56 request.
The Power Division said on 15 October that limited load management in September and supplying imported LNG to power plants at domestic gas rates kept the September FCA from rising toward Rs 6 per unit.
How this compares with your October bill
October bills carry a fuel charge of Rs 1.1086 per unit for August consumption, which NEPRA approved on 7 October 2026. CPPA-G had asked for Rs 1.7267 for August, but NEPRA disallowed part of the plant fuel claims and allowed about Rs 0.62 less.
If NEPRA approves the full September request, the fuel charge on November bills would be about Rs 1.45 per unit higher than on October bills.
If you are wondering why September fuel costs land on a November bill, our explainer on why the FCA on your bill is two months old walks through the timeline.
What Rs 2.56 per unit would add to your bill
The FCA is charged on the units you used in September, and GST applies on top. The table below shows the FCA amount before and after 18% GST if NEPRA approves the full Rs 2.5624.
| Units used in September | FCA (before tax) | FCA + 18% GST |
|---|---|---|
| 100 units | Rs 256 | Rs 302 |
| 200 units | Rs 512 | Rs 605 |
| 300 units | Rs 769 | Rs 907 |
| 500 units | Rs 1,281 | Rs 1,512 |
These are estimates for the FCA line only. Your full bill also depends on your slab, the quarterly adjustment and other charges. To see your complete November estimate, use the bill calculator for your company, such as the MEPCO bill calculator or the LESCO bill calculator.
Who will pay and who is exempt
The September FCA would apply to consumers of all ex-WAPDA DISCOs: LESCO, MEPCO, FESCO, GEPCO, IESCO, PESCO, HAZECO, TESCO, HESCO, SEPCO and QESCO. In recent months NEPRA has also extended the same FCA to K-Electric consumers under federal policy guidelines.
In its August decision, NEPRA exempted:
- Lifeline consumers
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Prepaid consumers who opted for the prepaid tariff
The September decision is expected to follow the same pattern, but confirm the exemption list once NEPRA notifies it. Protected domestic consumers are not on the exemption list and have paid the FCA in recent months.
What happens next
- 29 October 2026: NEPRA holds the public hearing. Consumers and stakeholders can attend or submit comments.
- Early November: NEPRA issues its decision and notification. Based on recent months, this usually comes about a week after the hearing.
- November billing: DISCOs show the approved FCA as a separate line on November bills. If your November bill is printed before the notification, the charge may move to the following bill.
The September FCA is not the only change ahead. NEPRA is also hearing DISCO requests for the 2027 tariff, covered in our report on NEPRA electricity tariff 2027 adjustments.
Frequently asked questions
Has NEPRA approved the Rs 2.56 increase?
No. As of 23 October 2026 it is only CPPA-G’s request. NEPRA will decide after the 29 October hearing and can approve less.
Will the charge be on my November bill?
Most likely, yes. September fuel costs are normally recovered in November billing once NEPRA notifies the decision.
Is this the same as the October fuel charge?
No. October bills carry Rs 1.1086 per unit for August consumption. This request is for September consumption and would replace it on November bills.
How do I check the FCA on my bill?
Open your duplicate bill and look for the fuel charges adjustment (FCA) line. Multiply the per-unit rate by your September units to verify the amount.
Official sources
- NEPRA News & Updates, entries dated 17 October 2026: hearing notice for September 2026 FCA and CPPA-G energy purchase data (nepra.org.pk/news.php)
- CPPA-G letter No. CEO/CPPAG/2026/PCRA/14293 dated 15 October 2026, XWDISCOs energy purchase data for September 2026
- NEPRA decision on fuel charges adjustment for August 2026 for ex-WAPDA DISCOs, dated 7 October 2026
This article will be updated with NEPRA’s approved figure after the decision is notified.
