Applying for a new electricity connection with Gujranwala Electric Power Company (GEPCO) involves an online submission, a physical site survey, and payment of an official Demand Notice.
Required Documents Checklist
Before starting the online portal application, prepare clear, scanned copies (or photos) of the following documents:
- Proof of Property Ownership:Copy of Registry, Sale Deed, Allotment Letter, Lease Agreement, or Transfer Letter in the applicant’s name.(If the property is inherited or rented, provide an owner NOC and legal inheritance/lease documents).
- Applicant CNIC:Copy of 13-digit CNIC, attested by a Gazetted Officer.
- Witness CNIC:Attested CNIC copy of a neighbor or witness.
- Neighbor’s Electricity Bill:Copy of the latest paid GEPCO bill of an adjacent property to confirm feeder and pole details.
- Wiring Test Report:Certificate signed by a licensed WAPDA/GEPCO wiring contractor confirming internal electrical safety.
- No-Dues Certificate / Non-Defaulter Affidavit:An undertaking confirming no outstanding electricity dues exist on the property.
GEPCO Fee Structure & Demand Notice Cost Breakdown
GEPCO does not charge an initial fee during application submission.Total costs are calculated after a technical site survey and issued via a formal Demand Notice.
| Fee Component | Description | Refundable? |
| Security Deposit | Fixed rate calculated per kilowatt (kW) of sanctioned load based on NEPRA tariff category. | Yes (upon permanent disconnection) |
| Meter & Hardware Cost | Price of the single-phase or 3-phase static digital meter. | No |
| Service Line / Cabling | Cost of service wire extending from the nearest distribution pole to the premises. | No |
| Infrastructure Overhead | Applied only if additional electricity poles or transformer upgrades are required. | No |
| Registration / Processing Fee | Basic administrative account processing charges. | No |
Estimated Total Cost Range:
- Standard Urban Domestic (Single-Phase):~Rs 12,000 – Rs 25,000 (if existing pole is within 100 feet).
- 3-Phase Domestic / Commercial / Rural:~Rs 40,000 – Rs 80,000+ (varies depending on cabling distance and transformer load share).
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
1.Submit Online Form:Electricity New Connection (ENC) Portal.
Visit the official Electricity New Connection portal (enc.com.pk) or GEPCO website, select GEPCO, choose connection category (Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, Agricultural), and fill in personal and property details. Upload scanned documents.
2.Get Tracking ID:Save for Reference.
After submitting, print the generated application form and save your Tracking ID sent via SMS for status tracking.
3.Technical Survey:Site Feasibility.
A GEPCO field inspector visits the premises to verify location, check transformer capacity, and measure wire distance from the nearest pole.
4.Demand Notice Issuance:Payment Authorization.
Once approved, GEPCO generates the Demand Notice. Download it online via the tracking portal, print a hard copy, and pay the total amount at any designated commercial bank.
5.Meter Installation:Final Hookup.
Submit the paid Demand Notice bank receipt copy to the local GEPCO Sub-Divisional Office (SDO). The technical team will schedule and install the new meter board.