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Pakistan Rooftop Solar Prices Drop as Grid Prepares for Daytime ‘Negative Demand’

The government has paused a 16% GST on self-generated solar pending a tax ombudsman review.

Overview

  • Market reports show 5–15 kW rooftop systems are cheaper by up to Rs150,000, easing upfront costs for new buyers.
  • Current advertised rates are 5 kW Rs550,000; 7 kW Rs625,000; 10 kW Rs900,000; 12 kW Rs1,050,000; and 15 kW Rs1,300,000.
  • Climate official Aisha Moriani told Reuters that rooftop output is expected to exceed daytime grid demand next year in Lahore, with Faisalabad and Sialkot likely to follow.
  • Policymakers plan new tariffs and revised fee structures so large solar users share grid maintenance costs as utility revenues decline.
  • Dealers and local outlets attribute recent price cuts to lower panel import costs, increased competition, and a seasonal dip in electricity demand.