Official Helpline & Dispute Resolution

How to File a LESCO Complaint

Encountering power outages, erroneous meter readings, voltage fluctuations, or billing discrepancies? Here is the step-by-step guide on how to register complaints through LESCO's official channels and escalate unresolved disputes.

24/7 Call Center

118

Dial 118 directly from any mobile or landline across Lahore, Kasur, Sheikhupura, Okara, and Nankana Sahib.

SMS Outage Alert

8118

Send your 14-digit Reference Number via SMS to 8118 to report local line faults or unscheduled load shedding.

NEPRA Complaint Portal

nepra.org.pk

Escalate unresolved disputes directly to NEPRA's Consumer Affairs Division for formal regulatory intervention.

1. Official LESCO Complaint Channels

The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) provides multiple registration pathways depending on the urgency of your issue:

Option A: Helpline 118

Call 118 for immediate technical emergencies, dangerous sparks, fallen wires, transformer breakdowns, or sudden blackout outages. Customer service agents log your complaint into the centralized dispatch database and assign a tracking ticket number to your mobile phone.

Option B: Online Web Portal

Visit the official PITC Billing & Complaint Portal or LESCO's customer care portal. Select "Register Complaint," enter your 14-digit Reference Number, select your sub-division, and describe the problem.

2. Resolving Billing Disputes & Meter Reading Errors

If your bill appears unusually high due to wrong meter readings, estimated average billing, or tariff slab misclassifications, follow these steps to request an official bill correction:

Verify Units Consumed: Compare the "Current Reading" listed on your bill with the physical digits on your electric meter outside your property. Before disputing, you can run your numbers through our LESCO Bill Calculator to check whether taxes and slab increases match NEPRA regulations.
Photograph the Meter: Take a clear photo of your meter screen showing the current kWh reading alongside the physical meter serial number.
Visit Your SDO Office: Bring the photograph, a copy of your CNIC, and the physical bill to your local LESCO Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office. The SDO has the authority to issue a revised "Correction Bill" if a reading error is verified.
Pay Corrected Bill: Once the SDO issues a corrected duplicate bill, you can pay it at any designated bank or online channel before the extended due date. Learn more in our Payment Methods Guide.

3. Escalating Unresolved Disputes to NEPRA

If LESCO sub-divisional staff or executive engineers (XEN) fail to resolve your meter dispute, overbilling complaint, or new connection delay within 15 days, consumers have the legal right under the Regulation of Generation, Transmission and Distribution of Electric Power Act to file a grievance with the NEPRA Consumer Affairs Division.

NEPRA complaint applications can be submitted online via nepra.org.pk or mailed in writing to NEPRA Tower, Ataturk Avenue, G-5/1, Islamabad. Include your LESCO complaint tracking number, copies of disputed bills, and written correspondence as evidence.

4. How to Track Your LESCO Complaint Status

After registering a complaint, LESCO assigns a complaint ticket number (also called a tracking ID). Use this number to follow up on your complaint's resolution status through any of the methods below:

Call Helpline 118

Dial 118 and provide your complaint ticket number. The customer service agent can tell you whether your complaint is still open, assigned to a field team, or resolved. This is the fastest and most reliable tracking method.

Online Portal Check

If you filed your complaint through the LESCO or PITC web portal, log back in and look for a "Track Complaint" or "Complaint Status" option. Enter your ticket number to view the current stage — registered, under investigation, or resolved.

SMS-Based Complaints (8118)

If you reported an outage via SMS to 8118, LESCO typically sends status updates to the same mobile number. If you have not received a response within a reasonable time, follow up by calling 118 directly.

Not Getting Resolved?

If your complaint remains unresolved beyond 15 days, escalate to NEPRA (see Section 3 above). You can also visit your local LESCO SDO office in person with your ticket number and CNIC for face-to-face follow-up.

5. LESCO Complaint WhatsApp & Additional Contact Channels

Many consumers search for a LESCO complaint WhatsApp number. As of 2026, LESCO has not officially confirmed a permanent public WhatsApp complaint channel. If a WhatsApp number becomes available in the future, it will be announced through official LESCO communications and we will update this page accordingly.

⚠ Important: Verify Before Using Any Unofficial Number

If you come across a WhatsApp number claiming to be LESCO's official complaint channel on social media or messaging groups, verify it first by calling the LESCO helpline at 118. Do not share personal information or payment details on unverified channels.

✓ Verified Complaint Channels

Helpline: 118 (24/7, all districts)
SMS: Send Reference Number to 8118
Online: lesco.gov.pk complaint portal
In-person: Local SDO office with CNIC

Reporting Power Outages

Unscheduled outages → call 118 immediately
Planned shutdowns → check our load shedding schedule guide
Dangerous faults (fallen wires, sparks) → call 118, do not approach

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official LESCO helpline number for complaints?

The official LESCO 24/7 helpline number is 118. You can also report unscheduled power outages, transformer failures, or line complaints via SMS by sending your 14-digit Reference Number to 8118.

How do I register a LESCO complaint online?

You can file a complaint online through LESCO's official customer portal at lesco.gov.pk or the PITC Electricity New Connection and Complaint portal (enc.pitc.com.pk). Enter your 14-digit Reference Number, select the complaint category (meter, billing, outage, or theft), and receive an instant tracking ticket number.

How can I track my LESCO complaint status?

To track your LESCO complaint status, call the helpline at 118 and provide your complaint ticket number. You can also revisit the LESCO online complaint portal and enter your ticket number in the 'Track Complaint' section. For SMS-based complaints filed via 8118, you typically receive status update messages on the same mobile number.

Does LESCO have a WhatsApp complaint number?

LESCO has not officially confirmed a permanent public WhatsApp complaint number as of 2026. The verified complaint channels are the 118 helpline, SMS to 8118, the online portal at lesco.gov.pk, and in-person visits to SDO offices. Call 118 to confirm the latest available channels.

What should I do if LESCO does not resolve my complaint?

If LESCO sub-divisional staff or regional offices fail to resolve your complaint within a reasonable timeframe, you can escalate the issue to the NEPRA Consumer Affairs Division at nepra.org.pk or file a grievance with the Federal Ombudsman (Wafaqi Mohtasib).

How can I dispute a wrong meter reading or overbilling on my LESCO bill?

To dispute an overbilled or estimated reading, take a clear photo of your electric meter displaying the current reading. Visit your local LESCO Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office with the photo, a copy of your CNIC, and the physical bill. The SDO can issue a corrected bill or order an official meter test.

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