Pakistan Introduces Mandatory NEPRA Approval for New Power Plants

National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has introduced Concurrence Regulations 2026, making prior regulatory approval mandatory for all new power generation projects in Pakistan.

Issued through SRO 692(I)/2026 under the Regulation of Generation, Transmission and Distribution of Electric Power Act, 1997, the new rules have come into immediate effect.

Under the framework, any company or individual seeking to establish a power generation facility must first obtain formal concurrence from NEPRA before moving forward with the project.

Applicants will be required to submit comprehensive proposals covering technical, financial, environmental, geological, hydrological, and safety aspects, along with a processing fee.

According to the regulations, the Registrar will review applications within 15 working days for completeness, after which project details will be published for public feedback and objections. NEPRA is expected to make a final decision within 28 working days, although timelines may be extended when necessary.

The regulator has been granted powers to approve or reject projects based on electricity demand, economic viability, technology, environmental considerations, and system compatibility.

The rules also allow rejection of projects lacking financial justification or those considered misaligned with sector needs, while hydropower projects will face additional scrutiny related to irrigation, drinking water and flood control impacts.

Officials say the regulations aim to improve transparency, prevent unplanned investments, and ensure future power projects align with Pakistan’s national energy strategy.

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