FESCO New Connection (Complete Guide)

FESCO is an electricity distribution company that supplies electric power to domestic, commercial, industrial, and corporate buildings inside specific Civil Districts of Punjab, Pakistan.

Recently, FESCO launched its online application submission process, allowing anyone to apply for a new electricity connection from their PC or laptop. So, if you’re living in one of the eligible service areas, you can request a FESCO new connection quickly. We have curated all the necessary information you need to know, from the procedure and charges to the timeline of installation. To find out more, keep reading below.

How to Apply For a FESCO New Connection?

There are two parts to requesting a new electricity connection from Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO):

  • Submit online application
  • Visit their nearby office

Here’s the complete process of applying online for FESCO new connection:

  • Go to the FESCO ENC website
  • Navigate to the Apply button from the left side of the screen
  • Enter the following subdivision information:
  • Distribution company (in this case FESCO)
  • Your Subdivision (City Name)
  • Category Type (Connection Type)
  • Reference Number (Usually, your neighbor’s connection or existing ones)
  • Fill out all other details of the online application and upload the required documents with a minimum 300 KB file size.
  • Submit the application on the website
  • Copy your Tracking ID to check your application’s progress in the future
  • Print your online application, attach physical copies of the required documents, and submit them at the FESCO office.
  • Wait for the Demand Notice and pay the charges at a designated bank.
  • Finally, submit proof of payment at the respective FESCO office.

After verification, your new electricity connection will be installed in your space.

What Documents Are Required to Apply for a New Electricity Connection?

This is the list of documents you need to submit along with your online and printed application for FESCO new connection:

Property Document Copy

Firstly, you have to attach a copy of your property document to the application. It’s for verification of your ownership. If you have purchased the house, then attach the sale deed; otherwise rental agreement will work.

Attested Copy of Applicant’s ID Card:

Secondly, attach a copy of your National Identity Card (CNIC). Make sure the copy is attested by a gazetted officer for identity verification.

Attested Copy of the Witness’s ID Card:

Additionally, you would need an attested copy of your witness’s identity card. Any reliable person, including a friend, family member, or neighbor, can be a witness for your application and identity.

Copy of Your Neighbor’s Electricity Bill

Another document that you must submit is a copy of your neighbor’s electricity bill. FESCO requires it to verify your location and remove any future ambiguities.

Wiring Contractor’s Test Report:

Lastly, a wiring test report should be attached to your application. To get it, ask a certified wiring contractor to visit your place. The generated report displays that your house’s wiring setup is up to the standard.

Categories for FESCO New Connection

The online application for FESCO new connection requires you to add the category type. It’s the amount of kilowatts your electric connection can load. If you’re confused about which one to choose, we have given full details of all category types with the installation timeline below:

Category One (Up to 15kW)

This category shows that your new connection will load up to 15 kilowatts. You can pick it from the available options given on the online form. Anyways, it’s best suited for private residential buildings. Upon application submission, the whole process will take 30 days to complete.

Category Three (71 to 500 kW / 400 volts)

Consumers whose electricity equipment can take up to 500 kilowatts can apply for Category Three. Domestic properties can select this option. However, new connections under this type will be installed within 73 days.

Category Four (501 to 5000 kW / 33 kilovolts)

If your power equipment can take a load under 5000 kilowatts, then you can apply for Category Four. This option is perfect for commercial landmarks and supplies at voltage levels of 11 to 33 kilovolts. Consumers who select this connection type can expect to have it installed within 106 days.

Category Five (66 kilovolts and above)

This is the final category that can supply at a voltage above 66 kilovolts. If your connection can bear above 5000 kilowatts, then you can choose it on your online form. Mostly, commercial buildings go for this category type. Nevertheless, the installation process will take 496 days to finish.

FAQs

How Much Does FESCO Charge for a New Connection?

There are different charges applied to various electricity service lines for FESCO new connection. The following amount must be paid upon receiving the Demand Notice for a two-phase connection.

  • Rs 9000 for up to 40 meters
  • Rs 9800 for 40 to 100 meters
  • Rs 58000 for above 100 meters

Here’s the cost of electricity service lines within three-phase connections:

  • Rs 35000 for up to 40 meters 
  • Rs 36000 for 40 to 100 meters
  • Rs 96100 for 100 to 160 meters
  • Rs 161,2200 above 160 meters

How Can I Check My Application Status for the FESCO New Connection?

You can check the status of your FESCO application status by going to the ENC website and clicking on the Track section. Once there, add the company (FESCO) and tracking ID obtained after online submission. It’ll reveal your application’s progress and status.

Do I Have to Pay the Transformer Installation Fee?

If you’re requesting a domestic connection, then you won’t have to pay the transformer fee. However, consumers applying for new connections for commercial buildings will have to pay the transformer fee along with the regular connection fee.

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