Whether you are building a new house, opening a shop, or splitting a heavy household load across two meters, applying for a new GEPCO connection is now largely an online process. GEPCO (Gujranwala Electric Power Company) covers Gujranwala, Sialkot, Gujrat, Narowal, Hafizabad, and Mandi Bahauddin. This guide walks through the connection types, the exact documents you need, the fees, and the full application process — online and manual.
The most common reasons for delays are incomplete documents and blurry uploads, so getting the paperwork right the first time is what makes the process smooth.
Step 1: Choose the Right Connection Type
Before anything else, work out which connection you need, because it affects the meter, the fee, and the technical review.
Single-phase is sufficient for most homes with a total load under roughly 12–15 kW. It is the standard domestic connection.
Three-phase is required when your electricity demand is higher — commonly for commercial shops, plazas, small factories, workshops, and larger houses with heavy load. It provides better load distribution and more stable voltage for high-power equipment.
If you are unsure, ask a licensed electrician to estimate your connected load before you apply. Choosing wrong causes rejection or a costly change later.
Step 2: Understand the Meter Types
GEPCO offers several meter types. A standard meter suits ordinary domestic and commercial use. A Green Meter is a net-metering meter for solar users — it measures both the electricity you draw from the grid and the excess solar power you export, earning you credits that reduce your bill. AMR and AMI (smart) meters support automatic and real-time readings. If you plan to install solar, the Green Meter is the one to request.
Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
Incomplete files are the number one cause of rejection. For an ordinary domestic connection, prepare:
A clear copy of your CNIC. Proof of property ownership (title deed) — or, if you are a tenant, an owner's permission on stamp paper plus a copy of the owner's CNIC. A copy of a neighbour's recent GEPCO bill (used to identify the nearest connection point). A wiring test report from a licensed wiring contractor. A signed affidavit/undertaking stating you are the lawful occupant and will be responsible for future payments. Your site/address details and, where required, a site plan showing the meter location.
Scan everything clearly. A blurred CNIC or half-cut ownership document can stall the file before it even reaches the survey stage. Requirements can vary slightly by category, so follow the exact checklist shown during application.
Step 4: Apply Online Through the ENC Portal
GEPCO uses the Electricity New Connection (ENC) system for online applications — the same integrated portal used across Punjab's DISCOs.
Step 1: Go to the official GEPCO website and open the New Connection / Online Services section, then the ENC application portal. Make sure you are on the official site to avoid fraudulent copies.
Step 2: Choose "New Connection" and select your category — single-phase or three-phase, domestic or commercial.
Step 3: Fill in your details accurately: full name as per CNIC, CNIC number, mobile number, and complete property address.
Step 4: Upload clear scanned copies of all required documents.
Step 5: Review everything, submit, and note down your tracking/reference number. Save it securely — you need it to check your application status later.
You can also apply manually by collecting a form from your nearest GEPCO subdivision office and submitting it with photocopies of the same documents; the office issues a receipt.
Step 5: The Survey and Demand Notice
After submission, GEPCO conducts a site survey to verify the details and assess the connection. Once approved, GEPCO issues a Demand Notice — the document specifying your connection details and the fee to install the meter. The demand notice typically takes around 10–15 days to be issued after a complete application.
Step 6: Fees — What to Expect
The demand notice fee depends on your connection type and covers the meter installation, a standard length of wiring, security deposit, and service charges:
For a single-phase domestic meter, the fee is generally in the region of PKR 10,000–10,500, including a standard length of wiring. For a three-phase meter, it is substantially higher — often around PKR 43,000 — reflecting the heavier installation. These are estimates that vary with taxes, load, and location. If your property sits far from the nearest connection point, extra wiring beyond the standard allowance is charged separately.
Pay the demand notice through the official route — online, bank transfer, or at a designated bank — before its due date. After payment, follow up for meter installation.
Step 7: Track Your Application
Use the tracking/reference number from your submission to check status on the ENC portal. Keeping that number safe is important — people who lose it often end up making repeated trips to the subdivision office just to find out where their file stands.
After Connection: Checking Your First Bill
Once your meter is installed and your first billing cycle completes, you can check your GEPCO bill online using the GEPCO bill tool with the reference number that appears on your first bill. It is worth checking online each month rather than waiting for the paper copy.
The Short Version
For a GEPCO new connection in 2026: choose single-phase or three-phase based on your load, prepare your CNIC, ownership proof, neighbour's bill, wiring test report, and affidavit, then apply through the official ENC portal and save your tracking number. Expect a survey, then a demand notice (roughly PKR 10,000–10,500 single-phase, around PKR 43,000 three-phase, plus extra for long wiring). Once connected, check your bill on the GEPCO bill tool, with the full electricity hub covering every other DISCO.