In short: Quetta is supplied by QESCO. Net billing applications go through the PITC Net Billing Portal (nmp.pitc.com.pk) with QESCO selected, and load extension is on the main ENC portal (enc.com.pk).
Quetta has the best solar output of all the cities we compared. A south-facing 10 kW system produces about 51 units a day, around 18,500 units a year, roughly 18% more than the same system in Lahore. Net billing for a 10 kW system with Solar Net Metering costs Rs 200,000 for QESCO consumers.
Last updated: 21 September 2026. Based on the PITC Net Billing Portal and its installer guidelines, the ENC portal, the NEPRA (Prosumer) Regulations 2026 and PVGIS solar data. Sources are listed at the end.
Why Quetta is Pakistan’s strongest city for solar
Quetta sits high in the Balochistan plateau, with dry air and many clear days. Those conditions let more sunlight reach the panels, and the cooler climate helps panels run efficiently. PVGIS long-term averages for Quetta, for a 10 kW system facing south at a 20-degree tilt with 14% system losses:
| Month | Units per day (10 kW) | Month | Units per day (10 kW) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45 | July | 49 |
| February | 50 | August | 50 |
| March | 53 | September | 52 |
| April | 56 | October | 52 |
| May | 55 | November | 47 |
| June | 53 | December | 45 |
Two things stand out. Quetta’s worst months (December and January, about 45 units a day) produce more than Lahore’s yearly average. And there is almost no monsoon dip: July and August still give about 49 to 50 units a day, while Karachi falls to about 35. The practical result is that a smaller system can cover the same use in Quetta than in most of the country. Nearby, Sukkur produces about 17,200 units a year for 10 kW.
How to apply with QESCO
- Check your connection. Net billing needs a three-phase connection and a sanctioned load of at least 5 kW, and the solar system cannot be bigger than your sanctioned load.
- Extend your load on enc.com.pk if needed. QESCO is one of the companies served directly by the ENC portal, which has an “Extension of Load (Net metering)” section.
- Check the transformer on nmp.pitc.com.pk. Solar on a transformer may not exceed 80% of its rating.
- Apply for net billing on the PITC portal, as a consumer or through your installer, with QESCO selected.
- Agreement, demand notice and meter. QESCO signs the agreement, issues the estimate for interconnection and metering, and installs the bidirectional meter after payment. Systems up to 25 kW no longer need NEPRA’s concurrence (S.R.O. 1320(I)/2026); larger systems still need it before billing starts.
Track progress under “Search Application” on the portal, with QESCO selected. The deadlines NEPRA sets for each stage are in our complete guide to net billing in Pakistan.
Sizing solar for Quetta
Because output is high, use a Quetta-specific figure when sizing. A kW of panels here produces about 154 units a month on average across the year, compared with about 130 in Lahore. Divide your average monthly units by about 154 for a starting estimate:
- 500 units a month suggests about 3.5 kW.
- 1,000 units a month suggests about 6.5 kW.
- 1,500 units a month suggests about 10 kW.
Under net billing, oversizing mainly adds exported units at a low rate, so size for your use, especially your daytime use. Our sizing guide explains the method, including roof space.
Tips for solar in Quetta and Balochistan
- Dust: dry, dusty conditions coat panels. Clean them regularly in the early morning. See our cleaning guide.
- Cold winters: panels produce well on cold, clear days, but make sure cables, junction boxes and mounting are rated for low temperatures.
- Agricultural consumers: NEPRA’s regulations include agricultural consumers among eligible applicants, subject to the connection and load requirements.
- Outages: for backup, a hybrid system with batteries supplies power when the grid is down.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for QESCO net metering?
Apply for net billing on the PITC Net Billing Portal at nmp.pitc.com.pk, with QESCO selected. Extend your sanctioned load first on enc.com.pk if needed.
How many units does a 10 kW solar system produce in Quetta?
About 51 units a day on average and about 18,500 units a year, the highest of the major cities we compared.
Does solar work in Quetta in winter?
Yes. Even in December and January, a 10 kW system produces about 45 units a day on average, because Quetta has many clear days and cool temperatures that suit solar panels.
What size solar system do I need in Quetta?
Divide your average monthly units by about 154. For example, a home using 1,000 units a month needs roughly 6.5 kW.
How much does 10 kW net billing cost with QESCO?
With Solar Net Metering, net billing for a 10 kW system costs Rs 200,000 for QESCO consumers.
اردو خلاصہ
کوئٹہ میں بجلی کیسکو فراہم کرتی ہے۔ نیٹ بلنگ کی درخواست PITC پورٹل (nmp.pitc.com.pk) پر کیسکو منتخب کر کے دی جاتی ہے، اور لوڈ بڑھانے کے لیے ENC پورٹل (enc.com.pk) استعمال ہوتا ہے۔ کوئٹہ ہمارے موازنے کے تمام شہروں میں سولر کے لیے سب سے بہتر ہے: 10 کلو واٹ سسٹم روزانہ اوسطاً تقریباً 51 یونٹ اور سالانہ تقریباً 18,500 یونٹ بناتا ہے، جو لاہور سے تقریباً 18 فیصد زیادہ ہے۔ سردیوں اور مون سون میں بھی پیداوار اچھی رہتی ہے، اس لیے یہاں چھوٹا سسٹم بھی زیادہ ضرورت پوری کر سکتا ہے۔ کیسکو صارفین کے لیے 10 کلو واٹ سسٹم کی نیٹ بلنگ 2,00,000 روپے۔
Planning solar in Quetta?
Solar Net Metering handles solar installation and net billing applications across Pakistan. Net billing for a 10 kW system with QESCO costs Rs 200,000. Head office: 222 Main Boulevard, DHA Phase 6, Lahore.
Sources
- PITC Net Metering / Net Billing Portal, including its installer guidelines
- ENC (Electricity New Connection) portal
- NEPRA (Prosumer) Regulations 2026, S.R.O. 251(I)/2026
- PVGIS (European Commission Joint Research Centre): Quetta, 30.18°N 66.98°E, 20° tilt, south-facing, 14% losses