Utility-Scale Commercial Solar · Punjab · Free Feasibility Study
1 Megawatt (1MW) Solar System Price in Pakistan 2026
A full 1,000kW net-metering solar plant for large factories, industrial parks, and enterprise campuses with the highest daytime power demand — engineered from feasibility study through commissioning, sized for self-consumption and NEPRA net metering rather than grid resale.
By Pakistan Solar Traders Engineering Team · Lahore · [PLACEHOLDER: insert real author/date on publish — do not leave the raw email byline from the previous version live]
What Is a 1MW Solar System?
A 1 Megawatt (1,000kW) solar system is our largest standard commercial-scale project — ten times the size of a 100kW plant, and double a 500kW installation. This is a net-metering, self-consumption system: it’s built so your facility uses the power it generates and exports genuine surplus to the grid for bill credit, not a licensed power plant selling electricity under a separate agreement. That distinction matters, because a generation-license power plant is a different regulatory category entirely, with different costs, approvals, and timelines — if your organisation is specifically exploring that route rather than offsetting your own electricity bill, that’s a separate conversation with us before any design work starts.
At this scale, projects are engineered with central inverter stations, dedicated switchgear rooms, high-capacity cable runs, and a project timeline that typically runs 8–12 weeks from signed agreement to commissioning. The array requires roughly 1,350 to 1,710 Tier-1 panels depending on wattage.
Space requirement depends heavily on mounting type. On a single-span industrial rooftop, a 1MW array needs roughly 60,000–70,000 square feet (about 1.4–1.6 acres) at typical rooftop panel density. A ground-mounted array on open land needs considerably more — commonly 4 to 5 acres — because ground installations require row spacing to prevent inter-row shading and access paths for maintenance, which a tightly packed rooftop doesn’t need. If you have both roof and adjacent land available, we assess both configurations during the site survey and recommend whichever gives the better generation-per-rupee outcome for your specific site.
1MW Solar System Price in Pakistan 2026
A project at this scale is always priced from a detailed feasibility study, not a standard rate card — the figures below are a planning range.
| Configuration | Panels | Inverter Setup | Daily Output | Indicative Price (PKR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1MW On-Grid (Roof-Mount) | ~1,350 × 740W | 10 × 100kW String | 4,000–4,300 units | Rs. 6.5 Cr – 8.5 Cr |
| 1MW Ground-Mount + Net Metering | ~1,610 × 620W | Central inverter station | 4,500–5,500 units | Rs. 8 Cr – 10 Cr |
⚠️ Indicative for 2026. Ground-mount pricing runs higher due to civil foundation work, longer cable runs, and land preparation. WhatsApp 03000644424 to start a feasibility study.
Who a 1MW Net-Metering System Is Built For
- Large manufacturing complexes and industrial parks with heavy, continuous daytime load across multiple production lines.
- Textile mills and large agri-processing operations — major rice mills, oil mills, and grain processing facilities.
- Universities and large institutional campuses with high daytime HVAC and lab equipment load.
- Shopping malls and large commercial plazas with substantial elevator, HVAC, and lighting demand.
- Multi-facility corporate campuses consolidating power needs onto a single high-capacity connection.
If your interest in 1MW solar is specifically about generating power to sell rather than offsetting your own bill, that requires a NEPRA generation license and a different project structure entirely — tell us that up front and we’ll scope it as a separate proposal rather than a standard net-metering system.
Complete Technical Specifications
| System Capacity | 1,000,000 Watts (1MW) |
| System Type | On-grid, net metering (self-consumption) |
| Daily Output | 4,000–5,500 kWh |
| Monthly Output | 120,000–165,000 units |
| Panel Type | Monocrystalline half-cut PERC / N-type TOPCon |
| Panel Wattage | 585W – 740W |
| Panels Required | 1,350–1,710 |
| Panel Warranty | 25–30 year linear performance |
| Inverter Setup | Central inverter station or 10×100kW string bank |
| Rooftop Area | 60,000–70,000 ft² (≈1.4–1.6 acres) |
| Ground-Mount Area | 4–5 acres (row-spacing dependent) |
| Net Metering | NEPRA approved, all DISCOs |
| Monitoring | Cloud-based, real-time performance dashboard |
ROI Snapshot
Based on Rs. 50–65/unit commercial/industrial tariff and 80%+ self-consumption.
| Metric | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Installed cost | Rs. 6.5 – 10 Crore |
| Estimated annual savings | Rs. 90 Lakh – 2.2 Crore |
| Typical payback | 3.5 – 5.5 Years |
These figures use a current, realistic commercial tariff — the previous version of this page used an outdated Rs. 12–15/unit assumption, which understated savings substantially. We provide a full financial model as part of the feasibility study, not just a range.
Installation Process
- Free feasibility study: site assessment, roof/land evaluation, electricity bill review, and system sizing.
- Engineering design: full array layout, inverter configuration, structural and electrical drawings.
- Detailed commercial proposal: itemised quotation with a projected financial model specific to your load.
- NEPRA net metering application: we manage documentation and DISCO coordination for you.
- Procurement, installation, commissioning: typically 8–12 weeks from signed agreement.
- Monitoring and after-sales support: real-time cloud dashboard plus ongoing maintenance support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of a 1MW solar system in Pakistan in 2026?
A 1MW net-metering solar system typically costs between Rs. 6.5 Crore and Rs. 10 Crore in 2026, depending on panel brand, inverter configuration, and whether the array is roof or ground-mounted. Final pricing follows a detailed feasibility study.
How many units does a 1MW system produce per day?
Approximately 4,000 to 5,500 units (kWh) per day under typical Punjab sunlight conditions, or roughly 120,000–165,000 units monthly.
How much space does a 1MW solar system need?
A rooftop installation needs roughly 60,000–70,000 square feet. A ground-mounted array needs considerably more — typically 4 to 5 acres — due to the row spacing and access paths required between panel rows.
Do I need a NEPRA generation license for a 1MW solar system?
Not for a standard net-metering, self-consumption system like the ones described on this page — those fall under NEPRA’s net metering regulations. A generation license is a separate regulatory requirement that applies specifically if you intend to generate and sell electricity commercially rather than offset your own usage. Tell us if that’s your goal and we’ll scope it differently.
Start a Free 1MW Feasibility Study
Share your facility’s monthly electricity bills, city, and available roof or land area — our engineering team will scope the project and follow up with next steps.
Pakistan Solar Traders
📍 Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan · Mon–Sat 9AM–6PM
💬 WhatsApp: 03000644424
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Explore Other System Sizes
- 100kW Solar System — for factories and warehouses
- Industrial Solar Solutions — custom projects above 1MW
- Net Metering in Pakistan — full DISCO guide
