Net Metering in Pakistan: Complete Step-by-Step DISCO & NEPRA Guide Net Metering
Nov 08, 2026 6 min read PakShamsi Legal & Engineering

Net Metering in Pakistan: Complete Step-by-Step DISCO & NEPRA Guide

How to apply for a 3-Phase bi-directional green meter with LESCO, K-Electric, IESCO, and FESCO without unnecessary delays.

What is Net Metering in Pakistan?

Net Metering allows solar system owners to export excess daylight electricity back to their respective DISCO (LESCO, IESCO, K-Electric, MEPCO, FESCO) and offset their nighttime grid consumption.

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Feasibility & Load Assessment: Ensure your sanction load matches your proposed solar capacity. Your sanctioned load must be equal to or higher than the requested generation capacity.
  2. Approved Inverter & Component Verification: Install a NEPRA / AEDB approved inverter (e.g. Inverex Nitrox 3-Phase, Huawei SUN2000, Sungrow, Growatt).
  3. Bore & Chemical Earthing Certification: Ground resistance must test strictly below 5 Ohms, certified by a licensed professional engineer.
  4. Green Meter Testing & DISCO Agreement: The bi-directional meter is calibrated at the DISCO M&T testing lab and sealed before commissioning.
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