Pakistan's rooftop solar boom: what a 5 kW system costs and saves in 2026

Pakistan has become one of the world's fastest-growing rooftop solar markets, driven by high tariffs and cheap Chinese panels.

What 5 kW costs

Installed quotes for a 5 kW on-grid system with tier-1 panels and a branded inverter typically range from Rs 550,000 to Rs 800,000 depending on city, mounting structure and brand. Hybrid systems with batteries cost considerably more.

What it produces

At 4.5 peak sun hours (Lahore average) and 80% system efficiency, a 5 kW system yields about 540 units a month, enough to offset most of a 500-unit household's consumption.

Payback

For a household paying Rs 40–48 per unit all-in, annual savings of Rs 200,000–250,000 imply a 3–4 year payback. The Solar Payback Calculator lets you enter your own units and quotes.

Before you buy

• Get three quotes from listed installers and check AEDB certification.
• Understand net metering, the application guide explains costs and timelines.
• Shift daytime loads (AC, pumps, laundry) to maximise self-consumption.