The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government announced in January 2026 a home solarization scheme for the merged districts. Each eligible household gets a 2-kilowatt solar kit with inverter, either free or through 36 monthly instalments of about Rs 8,300. The project covers 120,000 households and costs Rs 13 billion.
Merged Districts Solar Scheme at a Glance
| Households | 120,000 entitled households |
| Kit | 2kW solar kit with inverter and accessories |
| Estimated kit cost | Rs 255,000 to Rs 300,000 |
| Option 1 (non-refundable) | Free of cost |
| Option 2 (refundable) | 36 monthly instalments of about Rs 8,300 |
| Total project cost | Rs 13 billion, funded by the KP government |
| Implementation | Bank of Khyber (financial model, vendors), PEDO provides technical support |
| Districts | Bajaur, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Mohmand, North Waziristan, South Waziristan |
| Announced | January 2026 (reported 12 Jan 2026) |
Who Is Eligible?
The KP government selects the beneficiaries from “entitled households” in the seven merged districts. The reports do not publish the selection criteria or an application process, so there is no public form to fill in yet. Watch the KP government and Bank of Khyber announcements.
How the Payment Options Work
- Non-refundable: the household pays nothing.
- Refundable: the subscriber repays through 36 monthly instalments of roughly Rs 8,300.
A quick check: 36 instalments of Rs 8,300 add up to about Rs 299,000, which matches the upper end of the estimated Rs 255,000 to Rs 300,000 kit price, so the refundable plan appears to repay roughly the full cost. The reports do not mention interest, so ask the Bank of Khyber before signing.
A Note on the Budget
At the stated per-kit cost, 120,000 systems would cost roughly Rs 30 to 36 billion, which is more than the Rs 13 billion project figure. The articles do not explain the gap, possibly because the refundable category repays the government over time. Treat the totals as reported figures, not audited ones.
Who Does What
- KP government: funds the project and selects beneficiaries.
- Bank of Khyber: runs the financing model and appoints vendors.
- Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO): provides technical support.
See also the broader KP Household Solarization Scheme for 130,000 households.
Beware of Fake Agents and Scam Sites
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do households get?
A 2kW solar kit with inverter and accessories.
How much does it cost?
Free for some households, or 36 monthly instalments of about Rs 8,300.
Which districts are included?
Bajaur, Khyber, Kurram, Orakzai, Mohmand, North Waziristan and South Waziristan.
How many households?
120,000, with a Rs 13 billion project cost.
Who runs the financing?
Bank of Khyber, with PEDO providing technical support.
How do I apply?
No public application process has been reported. The government selects beneficiaries.
Sources
- The Nation, 12 Jan 2026: KP govt launches home solar scheme for merged districts
- ARY News: KP launches home solarization scheme for merged districts
Last checked: 11 October 2026. Gov-programs.info is an independent information site and is not affiliated with any government body. Figures are as reported by the cited outlets; always confirm on the official portal before applying or sharing documents.
