Update October 2026: MEPCO has updated the peak hours timing for winter season. Now peak hours will be from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Check complete details below to save your electricity bill.
What are MEPCO Peak Hours?
MEPCO peak hours timing 2026 is very important for every consumer to save electricity bill.MEPCO Peak Hours are the hours when electricity demand is at its highest in South Punjab. During these hours, Multan Electric Power Company charges extra per unit. If you are using a TOU (Time of Use) meter or a three-phase meter, then you must know about peak hours, otherwise your MEPCO bill will be double every month.
Many consumers in Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan and Muzaffargarh do not know about this timing and they use heavy appliances like AC, electric motor, iron, and washing machine in the evening. This is the main reason for high bills in summer and winter.
MEPCO Peak Hours Timing 2026 – Official Schedule
| Season / Months | Peak Hours (Expensive) | Off-Peak Hours (Cheap) |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec, Jan, Feb) | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 9:00 PM to 5:00 PM |
| Spring (Mar, Apr, May) | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
| Summer (Jun, Jul, Aug) | 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM to 7:00 PM |
| Autumn (Sep, Oct, Nov) | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM | 10:00 PM to 6:00 PM |
Per Unit Price Difference 2026
According to NEPRA latest tariff for 2026, there is a big difference in price. MEPCO charges Rs. 41.89 per unit in peak hours and Rs. 26.11 per unit in off-peak hours. That means you pay almost Rs. 15 extra for each unit used in peak time.
For example, if you use 100 units in peak time, you will pay Rs. 4189. But if you use the same 100 units in off-peak time, you will pay only Rs. 2611. You can save Rs. 1578 just by changing the timing.
How to Reduce MEPCO Bill During Peak Hours?
- Do not use AC and Iron from 6 PM to 10 PM
- Run your water motor and washing machine after 11 PM in summer
- Charge your UPS batteries and solar batteries in off-peak hours
- Use LED lights instead of old bulbs in the evening
- If you have a single-phase meter, convert it only if your usage is more than 300 units
FAQs – MEPCO Peak Hours 2026
Q1: What is today’s MEPCO peak hours?
Today peak hours are 6 PM to 10 PM because we are in Autumn season (Oct-Nov).
Q2: Is peak hours applicable on single-phase meter?
No, for normal domestic single-phase meter, peak hours are not applicable. It is only for TOU and 3-phase meters.
Q3: How to check peak units in MEPCO online bill?
Open your duplicate bill at checkmepcobill.com In the middle of the bill, you will see Peak Units and Off-Peak Units written separately.
MEPCO Peak Hours Timing 2026 for Multan, Bahawalpur and DG Khan
MEPCO peak hours timing 2026 is same for all regions including Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, Muzaffargarh, Sahiwal and Rahim Yar Khan. Whether you are checking your bill online at checkmepcobill.pk or using the official MEPCO website, this schedule will help you to manage your load. Many consumers in MEPCO region now use solar systems to avoid peak hours charges. Using solar power during 6PM to 10PM can reduce your peak hour units to zero and save thousands of rupees every month in 2026.
For more info, visit MEPCO Official Website.