Nepra removes approval requirement for small solar systems
Most outlets reported that Nepra eliminated the prior approval requirement for solar systems up to 25 kilowatts. Samaa highlighted the removal of the licence requirement, while Dunya News added that DISCOs are now authorised to approve eligible installations directly. Both framed the change as a regulatory easing, but the emphasis on implementation details varied.
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Nepra scraps requirement for license for small-scale prosumers using up to 25 kW
ISLAMABAD - The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has scrapped the requirement for license from regulator for small-scale prosumers (solar net-metering consumers) using up to 25 kilowatt, allowing DISCOs to directly approve grid-connected solar systems.
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Regulations amended: Small-scale prosumers exempted from Nepra’s approval
ISLAMABAD: The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has amended its Prosumer Regulations, 2026, to simplify the approval process for small-scale solar systems, making it easier for consumers to install rooftop solar facilities of up to 25 kilowatts (kW). According to S.R.O. 1320(I)/2026 issued on Thursday, Nepra has introduced changes aimed at streamlining procedures related to ...
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Nepra eases approval process for small-scale solar connections
Nepra removed prior approval requirements for solar systems up to 25 kilowatts, authorising DISCOs to approve eligible installations directly.
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Nepra removes licence requirement for solar systems up to 25 kilowatts
According to a notification issued by the Nepra, the solar consumers with systems up to 25 kilowatts will no longer need prior approval from the authority.
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