MEPCO Load Shedding Schedule – How to Check Your Area
What is Load Shedding?
Load shedding is the planned interruption of electricity supply for specific areas to balance electricity demand with available supply. MEPCO divides its service area into feeders, and each feeder has a scheduled load shedding time slot that rotates throughout the day.
How to Find Your MEPCO Feeder Name
Your feeder name is printed on your MEPCO electricity bill. Look for the row labeled "FEEDER NAME" in the connection details section. For example: "017112 GHULSHAN" or "LT FEEDER".
How to Check MEPCO Load Shedding Schedule Online
- Visit the MEPCO CCMS portal at ccms.mepco.com.pk
- Look for Load Shedding Schedule or Feeder Details option
- Enter your feeder name or select your Sub-Division
- The current load shedding schedule for your feeder will appear
Alternative Ways to Check Load Shedding
- Call MEPCO 118 — ask for your feeder's current load shedding schedule
- MEPCO website — check www.mepco.com.pk for published schedules
- Local MEPCO office — schedules are often posted on notice boards
- Social media — MEPCO sometimes posts schedules on their Facebook page
Why Does My Load Shedding Time Change?
Load shedding schedules change based on:
- National electricity availability (generation capacity vs demand)
- Seasonal factors (summer peaks, monsoon hydel generation)
- Government policy on urban vs rural load shedding hours
- Payment recovery — areas with higher bill payment compliance may get less load shedding
Protected Feeders (No Load Shedding Areas)
Some feeders in MEPCO area are classified as protected feeders and receive 24-hour electricity supply or minimal load shedding. These include:
- Feeders supplying hospitals and medical facilities
- Feeders supplying industrial zones with consistent payment records
- Some residential areas with very high bill payment rates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many hours of load shedding does MEPCO area get?
A: Load shedding varies by area and season. Urban areas typically receive 4–8 hours and rural areas 8–16 hours per day during peak seasons. These numbers change based on national electricity availability.
Q: Is there a MEPCO app to check load shedding?
A: MEPCO does not have an official dedicated app for load shedding. Use the CCMS portal or call 118 to check your schedule.
Q: How do I complain about unscheduled load shedding?
A: Call 118 immediately to report unscheduled power outages. MEPCO must respond to outage complaints within 24–48 hours.