Energy and Power in Pakistan
Electricity, oil and gas: the authorities that license and set tariffs, the latest official decisions and notifications, and sector indicators.
Key indicators
Source: World Bank, World Development Indicators. Latest year available for each indicator, shown with its figure. The change is measured against the earlier year stated beside it, which is not always the year before. Data refreshed 19 Oct 2026
Authorities and their roles
| Authority | Role |
|---|---|
| National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) | Licenses electricity generation, transmission and distribution; determines tariffs and monthly fuel charges adjustments; sets performance standards. |
| Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) | Licenses and regulates the midstream and downstream oil and gas sector, including LNG, LPG and gas distribution. |
| Ministry of Energy, Power Division | Power sector policy, including generation and transmission planning and tariff policy guidelines. |
| Ministry of Energy, Petroleum Division | Petroleum and mineral policy, including exploration and production concessions. |
| Private Power and Infrastructure Board (PPIB) | Facilitates private investment in power generation and associated infrastructure. |
| Central Power Purchasing Agency (CPPA-G) | Purchases electricity on behalf of distribution companies and administers the power market. |
Recent official publications
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