WAPDA 2025 Guidelines – Updated Regulations for Home Installation of Multiple Meters

Electricity bills and meter regulations impact millions of households in Pakistan. In 2025, WAPDA and the Power Division clarified the rules surrounding the installation of multiple electricity meters at a single property. Confusion arose from media reports about a supposed ban, but recent updates have clarified the situation. This article provides an overview of the New Policy for Installing Multiple Meters as per WAPDA Rules 2025 for multiple meters—detailing eligibility, applicable conditions, and key information for applicants.

Importance of This Policy

Many families in Pakistan operate under a joint family system, where several households reside in one home.
Tenants and landlords often require distinct electricity bills.
Some individuals attempted to exploit multiple single-phase meters to access subsidized tariffs, leading to revenue losses.
This policy is designed to promote fairness and transparency, accommodating legitimate cases while preventing misuse.

Is It Possible to Install More Than One Meter in 2025?

Yes ✅. WAPDA and the Power Division have not prohibited multiple meters. Households can still apply for additional meters, provided they meet certain criteria.

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Criteria for Additional Meters

As outlined in the NEPRA Consumer Services Manual and recent clarifications:

The section of the house must be distinct.
There should be a separate entrance and exit.
A separate kitchen is mandatory.
A dedicated electric circuit/wiring must exist.
Applicants may be required to submit an affidavit confirming the separate household or unit.
Local development authority or DISCO officials may conduct a site verification.

Common Misconceptions

❌ Rumor: “Only one meter per household allowed.”
✔ Fact: This has been clarified as false. Multiple meters remain permissible with appropriate conditions.
❌ Rumor: “All additional meters will be removed.”
✔ Fact: Existing meters will not be forcibly removed as long as they comply with the regulations.

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Steps to Apply for a Second Meter

Visit your local WAPDA / DISCO office (e.g., LESCO, FESCO, K-Electric, etc.).
Complete the New Connection / Additional Meter form.
Attach:
- CNIC copy
- Proof of ownership/tenancy
- Affidavit of separate household/unit
A site inspection will be conducted.
If approved, the meter will be installed with the standard security deposit and charges.

Government’s Monitoring Initiative in 2025

In 2025, the Power Division initiated a campaign to monitor multiple single-phase meters assigned to a single CNIC or household. This initiative aids in identifying the misuse of subsidized “protected slabs.” Genuine consumers with separate family units have nothing to fear, as they remain eligible.

Conclusion

The WAPDA Rules 2025 clearly state: you can install more than one electricity meter for a single house, provided the property sections are genuinely separate. This ensures fairness for joint families and tenants while curbing subsidy misuse.

👉 Before applying, ensure your section has a distinct entrance, kitchen, and wiring, and prepare your documents accordingly.

FAQs – WAPDA Multiple Meter Policy 2025

Q1: Can I install two meters in one house in Pakistan?
Yes, if your house consists of separate portions with independent entrance, kitchen, and wiring.

Q2: Is there a ban on multiple electricity meters in 2025?
No, there is no outright ban. The Power Division has confirmed that second meters are still permitted.

Q3: Do tenants need their own electricity meter?
Yes, tenants can apply if the rented area meets the criteria and landlord approval is obtained.

Q4: What documents are necessary for obtaining an additional meter?
CNIC, property documents, affidavit of separate unit, and sometimes verification from the authority.

Q5: Why is WAPDA regulating multiple meters?
To prevent subsidy exploitation and ensure fairness while allowing genuine families and tenants to have separate meters.