A new LESCO connection requires an application at the relevant Subdivision Office with ownership or tenancy documentation, a site plan, and a security deposit — the connection process from application to energisation typically takes 15–60 days depending on connection type.
Check If Your Property Is in LESCO's Service Area
LESCO serves Lahore city and Lahore division — including Sheikhupura, Nankana Sahib, and Kasur districts. If your new property is in this area, LESCO handles your connection. Properties in Faisalabad or Sargodha districts fall under FESCO; Gujranwala and Sialkot fall under GEPCO.
Visit lesco.com.pk and use the New Connection section, or call LESCO at 118 to confirm that your specific address falls within their service boundary. Boundary edge cases (e.g., properties on Lahore's outskirts near Sheikhupura road) occasionally fall under sub-divisions with different office locations — confirm before submitting documents anywhere.
Gather the Required Documents
LESCO requires the following for a new residential connection application:
- CNIC copy — applicant's valid CNIC (front and back)
- Proof of property ownership or tenancy — sale deed, allotment letter, or registered rent agreement
- Site plan / sketch — a simple hand-drawn sketch of the property showing its location relative to the main road
- Load details form — declaring what electrical load you need (in kW). LESCO provides this form at the subdivision office or on their website.
- Photograph of the site — recent photo of the property frontage
For commercial connections, additional documents are required including trade licence and NOC from relevant authority. This guide covers standard residential connections only.
Submit Application at LESCO Subdivision Office
Visit the LESCO subdivision office that covers your area. Take all documents in both original and photocopy form — they keep the copies and return the originals. The counter staff will verify your documents, fill in an application form with you, and issue a Service Request Number. Keep this number — it's how you track your application status.
LESCO has also launched online application submission at lesco.com.pk for new connections. The online form walks through the same document requirements. However, many applicants still prefer in-person submission to ensure documents are accepted correctly on the first visit and to ask questions about load sanction.
Pay the application fee at the subdivision office counter — the fee varies by connection type and sanctioned load. For a standard residential 5 kW connection, the upfront fee is typically Rs. 3,000–8,000 before equipment costs.
Wait for Load Sanction, Inspection, and Meter Installation
After submission, LESCO's process has three phases:
Phase 1 — Load Sanction (1–2 weeks): LESCO's technical staff reviews your declared load and sanctions the appropriate connection size. They may approve exactly what you requested, or recommend a smaller or larger connection based on their grid assessment of your area.
Phase 2 — Site Inspection (1–2 weeks after sanction): A LESCO lineman visits your property to assess the wiring, earthing, and distance from the nearest pole. They confirm the technical feasibility and calculate the material cost for running the service cable.
Phase 3 — Meter Installation (1–3 weeks after payment): After you pay the material and connection charges (quoted after inspection), LESCO schedules the meter installation. Total timeline from application to live meter is typically 4–8 weeks for straightforward residential cases.
| Connection Type | Est. Cost | Timeline | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-phase residential (≤5 kW) | Rs. 15,000–35,000 | 15–45 days | CNIC, ownership proof, site sketch |
| Three-phase residential (>5 kW) | Rs. 35,000–80,000 | 30–60 days | CNIC, NOC, load calculation |
| Commercial single-phase | Rs. 20,000–50,000 | 20–45 days | Business registration, CNIC |
| Commercial three-phase | Rs. 50,000–150,000+ | 30–75 days | Load certificate, NOC, business docs |
| Agricultural pump | Rs. 25,000–60,000 | 30–90 days | Land ownership, agriculture dept NOC |
When Things Go Wrong
Common rejection reasons: CNIC copy is unclear or expired; rent agreement isn't registered (LESCO requires a registered/notarised agreement, not a private one); site sketch is missing or too vague. Ask the counter staff specifically which document needs correcting.
Use your Service Request Number to check status at lesco.com.pk or call 118. If the status is stuck at 'Under Process' for more than 3 weeks, visit the subdivision office in person and ask the JE (Junior Engineer) for a timeline.
LESCO may sanction a lower load if the local transformer is near capacity. Accept the sanctioned load and get connected first — you can apply for a load enhancement later when LESCO upgrades the local transformer. Operating at the sanctioned load is a condition of the connection.
You can apply in your name with a registered tenancy agreement. However, the owner's consent (often a simple written NOC from the landlord) is typically required. Without it, LESCO may insist on the owner applying directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
For a standard residential connection with complete documents, the typical timeline is 4–8 weeks: 1–2 weeks for load sanction, 1–2 weeks for site inspection, and 1–3 weeks for meter installation after payment. Connections in areas with grid constraints can take longer.
The cost varies based on your sanctioned load (kW) and the distance from the nearest LESCO pole to your premises. A standard 5 kW residential connection typically costs Rs. 15,000–40,000 total including application fee, security deposit, material charges, and meter installation. LESCO provides an exact quote after the site inspection.
Yes. LESCO has an online application portal at lesco.com.pk. However, original documents must still be submitted either by visiting the subdivision office or through a designated document submission process. Purely online document submission isn't yet available.
Calculate your total connected load: add up the wattage of all appliances you plan to use simultaneously (ACs, refrigerators, water heaters, fans, lights). Add 20% safety margin. Most Pakistani urban households need 5–10 kW for a comfortable residential connection.
No — LESCO connections are property-specific, not transferable. You close the connection at the old property (get final bill settled and meter removed) and apply for a brand new connection at the new property.