Industry stakeholders and consumers express concern over price hike
The prices of solar panels across Pakistan have recorded a sharp increase following the federal government’s proposal to impose an 18 percent sales tax on imported solar panels in the budget 2025-26.
Industry stakeholders and consumers alike have expressed concern over the move, fearing it may slow the country’s transition towards clean and affordable energy.
Over the past five years, Pakistan’s solar industry has seen exponential growth, driven by rising electricity tariffs and frequent power outages. Many households, businesses, and agricultural units have turned to solar systems as a one-time investment for long-term financial and environmental benefits. However, the proposed tax measure has unsettled market trends.
Traders and solar importers, however, have urged the government to reconsider the decision, warning that the move will raise the cost of solar system installations and affect middle-class households seeking affordable energy alternatives.
Latest A-grade solar panel prices in Pakistan – June 28, 2025
According to market sources, the latest per watt rates for Tier 1 documented, A-grade solar panels are as follows:
- Jinko N-type bifacial: Rs32
- Astro Energy Bifacial: Rs29.50
- Longi HiMo N7 Type Bifacial: Rs32
- Trina N-type monocrystalline: Rs30.50
- Canadian Topcon 585W: Rs33
- Jinko N-type Monofacial (Single Glass): Rs35
- Q-sun Bifacial: Rs30
- Longi HiMo 10X HPBC 2.0 Monofacial: Rs41.50
Lahore market prices – pallet rates
- Longi HiMo 7 590W (Single Glass): Rs32.50 (Loose: Rs32.75)
- Canadian TopCon 585/610W (Double Glass): Rs33 (Loose: Rs33.25)
- Trina N-type Bifacial 585W: Rs30 (Loose: Rs30.25)
- JA N-type 610/605W: Rs30 (Loose: Rs30.25)
- Astro 585W (Single Glass): Rs29.50 (Loose: Rs29.75)
- RENA Solar (Double Glass): Rs29 (Loose: Rs29.25)
- Phono Solar N-type: Rs28.50
- Longi HiMo 5 Bifacial: Rs34
These rates reflect documented Tier 1 panels, which are considered reliable for long-term performance and warranty support.