Solar Panel Scheme for Gilgit-Baltistan (2026)
Complete Guide – Who Can Apply & How to Apply
The Government of Pakistan has launched a free solar panel scheme for Gilgit-Baltistan to solve the region’s long-standing electricity shortage. Many areas in GB face power cuts for 10–20 hours daily, especially in winter. This new initiative aims to provide clean, reliable solar energy to homes and small businesses.
The scheme was announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during his visit to Gilgit. It focuses on helping families and small enterprises get basic electricity through solar systems.
This guide explains everything in simple language:
who can apply, what you will get, and how to apply online.
What Is Included in the Solar Scheme?
Under this program:
Solar systems will be given to households and small businesses
- Total capacity: 58.8 MW
- Around 147,873 beneficiaries will receive systems
- Panels are free of cost
Users must arrange:
- Battery
- Inverter
- Transportation
The government will verify applicants before approval.
Who Can Apply?
You may be eligible if you:
- Live in Gilgit-Baltistan
- Have no proper electricity connection
- Face long power outages
- Are a household or small business
- Have valid CNIC
- Can arrange battery and inverter yourself
Priority will likely be given to:
- Remote villages
- Low-income households
- Areas not connected to national grid
- How Selection Will Work
The government has said selection will be transparent.
Process includes:
- Online application or district office form
- Verification by local administration
- Technical check of location
- Final approval list
- Only verified applicants will receive solar panels.
How to Apply Online?
The government announced that applications will open through an official portal.
👉 Expected portal (when live):
- https://www.pitb.gov.pk
- https://www.solar.pk
(If the official GB solar portal goes live, it will be linked here.
You can also apply through your Deputy Commissioner office in your district.)
Steps:
- Visit official portal
- Fill application form
- Upload CNIC copy
- Enter address & district
- Submit form
- Wait for verification call
You can also apply physically at:
- DC Office
- Tehsil Office
- District Administration Office
What You Will Receive
Approved applicants will get:
- Solar panels
- Basic wiring support (if included)
You will arrange:
- Battery
- Inverter
- Installation support (if required)
Transport from distribution center
Why This Scheme Is Important
Gilgit-Baltistan has one of the worst electricity shortages in Pakistan.
Winter power crisis affects:
- Homes
- Schools
- Businesses
- Tourism
- Solar energy can:
- Reduce load shedding
- Support small businesses
- Improve daily life
- Promote clean energy
This is one of the largest solar initiatives ever launched for GB.
مکمل رہنمائی – کون اپلائی کر سکتا ہے؟
حکومت پاکستان نے گلگت بلتستان میں بجلی کے شدید بحران کو کم کرنے کے لیے مفت سولر پینل اسکیم شروع کی ہے۔
اس اسکیم کے تحت گھروں اور چھوٹے کاروباروں کو سولر سسٹم فراہم کیے جائیں گے تاکہ مستقل بجلی میسر ہو سکے۔
اسکیم میں کیا ملے گا؟
- سولر پینلز فری ملیں گے
- کل استعداد: 58.8 میگاواٹ
- تقریباً 147,873 افراد کو فائدہ
- بیٹری اور انورٹر خود لگانا ہوگا
- ٹرانسپورٹ کا خرچ بھی خود دینا ہوگا
کون اپلائی کر سکتا ہے؟
آپ اپلائی کر سکتے ہیں اگر:
- آپ گلگت بلتستان کے رہائشی ہیں
- بجلی کی شدید کمی ہے
- شناختی کارڈ موجود ہے
- گھر یا چھوٹا کاروبار ہے
اپلائی کیسے کریں؟
آن لائن اپلائی:
- سرکاری ویب سائٹ کھولیں
- فارم فل کریں
- CNIC اپلوڈ کریں
- ایڈریس لکھیں
- سبمٹ کریں
یا
اپنے ضلع کے:
- DC آفس
- تحصیل آفس
سے فارم حاصل کریں۔
اہم بات
سلیکشن ویریفکیشن کے بعد ہوگی۔
ہر اپلائی کرنے والے کو سولر نہیں ملے گا۔
