• By Best Solar Company PK
  • 21 Oct, 2026
  • Solar Policy
  • 8 min read

The **KP free solar scheme** is one of the biggest household solarisation efforts Pakistan has seen, and in 2026 it is moving from promise to delivery. Officially called the "Solarisation of Houses" project, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government's Rs20 billion plan aims to put free or half-price solar systems on the roofs of 130,000 low-income homes — families already registered under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) and the Ehsaas Programme.

If you are a KP homeowner struggling with load-shedding and climbing electricity bills, this guide explains exactly what is included, who qualifies, how the lottery balloting works, and how to register through the official PEDO portal.

What the KP free solar scheme actually offers

The project, run by the Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO), splits 130,000 households into two equal groups:

  • **65,000 households** receive a complete solar system **100% free of cost**.
  • **65,000 households** get the same system at **half price**, with the KP government covering 50% and the beneficiary paying the rest — payable in easy installments.

Of the total, around 30,000 units are reserved for the merged (ex-FATA) districts, recognising how badly those areas suffer from power shortages.

The scheme is being rolled out in **two phases of 65,000 homes each**. In the **first phase, 32,500 households** have already been selected through transparent electronic balloting.

More than 2.5 million online applications poured in — proof of just how desperate KP households are for reliable, affordable power.

What's included in the free solar system

Each selected family receives a complete off-grid starter kit, roughly a **2kW system**, designed to run essential loads during long outages. The package includes:

  • Solar panel(s)
  • Battery for night-time and backup storage
  • Charge controller
  • Ceiling or pedestal fan
  • Energy-saving LED bulbs/lights

This is enough to keep lights, fans, and phone charging running — a genuine lifeline in villages that still face hours of daily load-shedding. For families currently spending on candles, UPS top-ups, or diesel, the monthly saving is immediate.

### How the KP free solar scheme compares

| Feature | Free category | Subsidised (half-price) category | |---|---|---| | Households | 65,000 | 65,000 | | Beneficiary cost | Rs 0 | ~50% of system price, in installments | | System size | ~2kW kit | ~2kW kit | | Included items | Panel, battery, controller, fan, bulbs | Same | | Selection method | Electronic balloting | Electronic balloting |

Who is eligible?

Eligibility is tightly focused on the province's most vulnerable people. To qualify, you should:

  • Be a resident of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including merged districts).
  • Be registered under **BISP or the Ehsaas Programme**.
  • Fall into a low-income or deserving category verified through the national socio-economic database.

Priority is given to **widows, divorced women, orphans, transgender persons, religious minorities, and persons with disabilities**, as well as families in electricity-deprived and heavily affected areas. Each district gets its share of units in proportion to its population, so applicants from smaller districts are not crowded out.

If your household is not yet on the BISP/Ehsaas list, getting your socio-economic survey done is the essential first step — it is the gateway to almost every federal and provincial welfare benefit, not just solar.

How the lottery balloting works

Because demand massively outstrips the 65,000 first-round slots, PEDO does **not** select on a first-come basis. Instead, all verified applicants enter a computerised draw:

1. Applications are collected and screened against BISP/Ehsaas records. 2. Eligible applicants are pooled by district. 3. An **electronic balloting system** randomly draws winners, honouring the district quotas and priority groups. 4. Selected households (32,500 in phase one) are notified for verification and installation.

This digital draw is designed to keep the process transparent and reduce the "sifarish" culture that plagues many subsidy schemes. Keep your registered phone number active, as notifications go out by SMS.

How to register for the KP free solar scheme in 2026

Registration is free. **Never pay an agent** — there is no application fee.

  • **Online:** Visit the official portal at **freesolar.pedokp.gov.pk** and click "Apply Here." Fill in your personal details, district/area information, applicant status, home details, and welfare-programme enrolment. Upload a clear photo of your **CNIC** and your **current month's electricity bill**, then submit.
  • **In person:** If you cannot apply online, go to your nearest **Deputy Commissioner's (DC) office** for assistance.

After phase one's registration closed and balloting was completed, PEDO began compiling data for the next round. **Phase two selection is expected later in 2026**, so households that missed out should watch pedo.kp.gov.pk and official PEDO channels for the reopening announcement. Treat any other website asking for money or your bank PIN as a scam.

An expert tip before you accept a free system

Having installed and audited hundreds of systems across Pakistan, our team's advice is simple: **a free 2kW off-grid kit is excellent for backup, but it is not a bill-killer.** It is sized to run lights, fans, and charging — not air conditioners, water pumps, or heavy appliances. If your goal is to zero out a WAPDA bill, you will eventually want a larger on-grid system paired with net metering under NEPRA's rules. Think of the government kit as a foundation you can build on later, and protect your free battery by not overloading it. For anyone comparing options, our guide to the best solar panels in Pakistan for 2026 breaks down panel quality and warranties.

Frequently Asked Questions

**Is the KP free solar scheme really 100% free?** For the 65,000 households in the free category, yes — the panel, battery, controller, fan, and bulbs are provided at no cost. The other 65,000 pay roughly half the price in installments. Both categories are selected through the same electronic balloting.

**Can I apply if I am not registered with BISP or Ehsaas?** No. Enrolment in BISP or the Ehsaas Programme is a core eligibility requirement. Complete your BISP socio-economic survey first, then apply for the solar scheme once you are in the database.

**How will I know if I won the balloting?** Selected applicants are contacted via the mobile number used during registration, and lists are published through official PEDO channels. Keep your SIM active and beware of fake "selection" messages demanding payment.

**When does phase two open?** Phase one (32,500 of 65,000) has been balloted, and PEDO is processing the remaining data. Phase two selection is expected later in 2026. Monitor freesolar.pedokp.gov.pk and pedo.kp.gov.pk for the official reopening.

The bottom line

The KP free solar scheme is a rare, genuinely pro-poor energy programme — Rs20 billion aimed squarely at the families who need relief most. With 130,000 homes in line for free or half-price systems and a transparent balloting process, it is well worth applying if you are a BISP/Ehsaas household in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Register only through the official PEDO portal, keep your documents ready, and plan ahead for how you might expand your system later. **Need help sizing a system or going solar beyond the government kit? Contact Best Solar Company PK for a free consultation today.**

Sources: Profit by Pakistan Today, The Express Tribune, ProPakistani, DAWN, Business Recorder.

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