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Step-by-Step Guide to View, Download, and Print LESCO Bill
You can check bill by simply following the steps below:
- Open our website and you will see an input box.
- Enter your 14-digit reference number correctly.
- Under the input box, click on the View Bill Now.
- The LESCO bill will appear on your screen, which you can download, view, and print.
What is LESCO?
In 1998, Lahore Electricity Supply Company was established under the Companies Ordinance 1984. In the central Punjab, LESCO provides electricity to over 6.4 million customers, including homes, businesses, and farmers. The company covers an area of over 19,000 square kilometers.
LESCO is committed to ensuring that customers have a consistent supply of electricity based on their usage. It has over 6.4 million satisfied customers.
Coverage Areas
LESCO covers a large area in central Punjab, primarily serving Lahore, Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, Kasur, and Okara. In addition to providing stable electricity to Lahore and nearby cities, the company maintains sixty-eight 132 KV lines and fourteen 66 KV sub-lines to ensure uninterrupted power supply. To cover these areas, it manages the substations and grids for high voltage transmission lines.
Circle
The LESCO network consists of eight main operation circles, each of which supervises specific divisions and subdivisions:
| Circle # |
Name of Circle |
Divisions |
Sub-Divisions |
| 1 | Lahore North Circle | 5 | 28 |
| 2 | Lahore Central Circle | 5 | 31 |
| 3 | Lahore Eastern Circle | 4 | 23 |
| 4 | Okara Circle | 4 | 23 |
| 5 | South-Eastern Lahore Circle | 4 | 26 |
| 6 | Sheikhupura Circle | 4 | 18 |
| 7 | Kasur Circle | 5 | 30 |
| 8 | Nankana Circle | 4 | 16 |
What Are Main Functions of LESCO?
In order to maintain electricity in the under-cover area, LESCO performs the following functions:
Electricity Distribution
Supplying electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.
System Maintenance
Maintaining and repairing power lines, transformers, and grid stations.
Metering and Billing
Installing electricity meters, recording meter readings, and issuing bills.
Provision of New Connections
Providing new electricity connections for domestic, commercial, and industrial users.
Load Management
Managing electricity demand during peak and off-peak hours.
Fault Handling and Complaint Resolution
Responding to power failures, technical faults, and customer complaints.
Control of Electricity Theft
Preventing power theft and taking action against illegal connections.
Customer Services
Providing guidance, information, and online services to consumers.
How to Check LESCO Bill Online?
By using our site or a banking app or mobile wallet, you can check your LESCO bill easier than ever before. By putting the reference number or customer ID on our site or in any app or mobile wallet, we can check the status of the bill. Once we enter the reference number and customer ID, the bill will appear on our screen, which we can download or take a screenshot of.
Check bill through reference id
In the dialog box, you can enter the reference number to check the bill. You can select the reference number or customer ID for checking the bill. For reference, you should select the reference number instead of the customer ID. Press the search button and the bill will appear on the screen, which you can either download or take a screenshot of.
Check bill through customer id
The customer id can be used if you cannot find the reference number. Once you enter this id in the input box, click on the search button and a bill will appear on the screen that you can download or take a screenshot of.
What is Reference Number and Customer ID?
Reference number consists of 14 digits and one character. The digits are used to identify subdivisions, batches, and customers, whereas the character identifies rural or urban areas. A rural area is represented by the character R, while an urban area is represented by the character U.
Customer ID for a meter consists of seven digits, giving it a unique identification.
How to Find Your Reference Number or Consumer ID?
You can find reference number or customer id by many ways:
Get Reference Number or Customer ID From Old Bills
From your old bills, you can find the reference number or customer ID. Look at the header section, where you can see the reference number and customer ID written on the left.
Find Reference Number or Customer Number With CNIC
The reference number or customer number can be obtained by visiting the customer service center, where you can show your CNIC and obtain the reference number.
Find Ref No From LESCO Online Portal
Online portals provide a wide range of services. To find the reference number or customer ID, you can use the online portal.
How to Pay LESCO Bill Online?
If you choose an online payment method, you will be able to pay your bill much more easily by sitting at home or wherever you are. Online system provides facility to pay bill at any time without any worry. You can pay the bill using any method while sitting at home. There is no need to stand in line to pay the bill.
EasyPaisa / JazzCash
- Go to EasyPaisa/JazzCash and log in.
- Look for the bill payment option.
- From the menu, select electricity.
- After that, search for LESCO.
- With a character, put your reference number.
- Click on the pay button.
Note: JazzCash does not require character input.
NayaPay
- Go to NayaPay and log in.
- Look for bills option.
- Then click on Add New.
- After that, search for LESCO.
- Then enter the reference number.
- Click on the pay button.
Banking Apps
- Go to the bank app and log in.
- Look for a payments option.
- Click on new payment then select utility.
- Then search for LESCO.
- Then enter the reference number.
- And click on pay button.
Offline Bill Payment Methods
The bill can also be paid manually through a bank, post office, or ATM. In general, these methods aren't suitable for those who don't enjoy waiting in lines or waiting for their number, but for those who prefer to go outside rather than sit at home, this method is a better option.
Commercial Banks
The LESCO bill can be paid by visiting any bank nearby. Once you receive their token and wait for your turn, you can go to the bank counter to pay your bill.
ATM
Your bill can also be paid through your ATM if you have a bank account with that bank. Just use your card or thumb to access the ATM and then click on payment option.
LESCO Tariff 2026
The LESCO tariff is the official electricity unit rate set by NEPRA. The rates of the units are different for each consumer. It depends on the type of consumer and the unit usage. You can find the complete tariff below so that you can understand the rates.
Protected Consumers
Users who consume less than 200 units of electricity over the course of six months are protected users. Those consumers who use less than 200 units per month should have a low unit rate according to tariff.
Unprotected Consumers
The unprotected consumers are those whose monthly consumption exceeds 200 units. Consumers who are not protected have higher unit rates than consumers who are protected. As the number of units consumed increases, their unit rate increases as well.
LESCO Bill Breakdown
LESCO bill is divided in main four sections:
Customer & Account Information
The first section deals with the customer's details, including his name, address, reference number, customer ID, and maximum electricity load he can draw.
Consumption Details
It contains information on the history of the bills for the year, peak off peak units readings, and the current reading, as well as the maximum demand indicator that shows the highest load used in these months.
Meter Reading
This section includes the current month's reading. Those include the LESCO charges, the government charges, and the charges after the due date. This section includes the total charges that consumers must pay.
Payment Information
It includes the amount that the consumer has to pay until the due date and after the due date with surcharges.
Practical Tips to Reduce Electricity Consumption and Save Money
- Set your AC between 24°C and 26°C.
- Clean AC filters every month.
- Switch to energy-saving LED lights.
- Avoid heavy appliances during peak hours.
- Unplug electronics when not in use.
- Use natural sunlight during the day instead of electricity.
- Use ceiling fans along with your AC.
- Paint your roof white to reflect heat.
- Install insulation to save 40% energy.
- Become an active taxpayer to save 7.5% tax.
- Install solar panels with net metering.
Peak and Off-Peak Hours Timings for Electricity Saving
At peak times, people consume more electricity, so the per unit cost at that time is higher than at off-peak times. As compared to peak hours, off-peak rates are lower. In order to save electricity, it is best to do electricity work during off-peak hours. Peak and off-peak hours are as follows:
Peak Hours
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Higher electricity rates apply
Off-Peak Hours
10:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Lower electricity rates apply
Taxes in LESCO Bill
There are following types of taxes which are included in LESCO bill:
GST (General Sales Tax)
Electricity Duty
Income Tax / Withholding Tax
FPA (Fuel Price Adjustment)
QTA (Quarterly Tariff Adjustment)
Financing Cost Surcharge
Extra Tax (Commercial/Industrial)
Further Tax (Commercial/Industrial)
Fixed Charges
Meter Rent
How to Check LESCO Load Shedding and Shutdown Schedule?
In today's world our many works are dependent on electricity, so we need to know about load shedding and shutdown schedules so that we can plan accordingly. The following methods can be used to check load schedules and shutdown schedules:
Official CCMS Portal
Feeder-Wise Details available on the official portal.
PITC Load Management Dashboard
Load Management Dashboard for real-time updates.
Maintenance Shutdown Alerts
Shutdown alerts for scheduled maintenance.
SMS and Helpline Support
Get updates via SMS service and helpline support.
LESCO New Connection Procedure
Apply online at enc.com.pk for all services.
Name Change
Apply online with ownership proof, attested CNIC copies, and an affidavit.
Load Extension
Submit an online "A&A Form" and a mandatory Wiring Test Report.
Security Deposit (Single Phase)
Rs. 3,660 for Urban areas and Rs. 1,830 for Rural areas.
Timeline
Small connections (up to 15kW) typically take 8 to 10 days.
What are Green Electricity Meters (Net Metering)?
A green meter works on two phases and if a person uses a solar system at home and is able to generate sufficient power, then his personal use green meter can provide that electricity to WAPDA, which is what they supply to their customers. The owner of the green meter will receive credits as a result. Compared to what they give back, WAPDA takes that electricity at a low rate, so both parties benefit.
LESCO Bill SMS and Email Service Registration
To receive bills and alerts, LESCO provides its customers with a free SMS and email service. SMS service can be registered in two ways: by sending a message to 8334 or by visiting the official website. Visit the official website for email registration. Besides email alerts, you can also receive text alerts.
SMS Registration: Send your Reference Number to 8334 to register for SMS alerts.
Register Complaints via LESCO CCMS and Helpline
A Customer Complaint Management System (CCMS) is introduced by WAPDA. Electricity issues are registered, tracked, and resolved using the CCMS system. You can track your complaint after registering it. You can also register your complaint by helpline:
FAQ
How to check LESCO bill online?
Using our website or any bank app or mobile wallet, you can check your bill. You just have to enter your reference number or consumer id.
How to check LESCO bill paid or not?
You can check the status of your bill through any bank or mobile wallet. Your bill status will be displayed after you put a reference number.
How to pay bill online?
Your bill can be paid through any bank app or mobile wallet. Alternatively, you can use any bank or ATM to make the payment.
What should I do if I don't receive my bill?
You can download your duplicate bill through our website if you don't receive your bill.
How can I check my bill through CNIC?
No, You must enter your reference number or consumer ID to check your bill.