Solar Prices
3kW Solar System Price in Pakistan (2026)
What a 3kW solar system costs in Pakistan in 2026, how many units it produces, how many panels it needs, and whether on-grid or hybrid suits your home.
Current listed prices on GreenOH (26 October 2026)
Installed prices from packages published by verified installers. Final prices are confirmed after a site survey.
Short answer: what does a 3kW solar system cost?
A complete 3kW hybrid solar system with lithium battery storage is listed on GreenOH at Rs 590,000, installed, as of October 2026. That works out to about Rs 197 per watt, and the final price is confirmed after a site survey.
An on-grid 3kW system without batteries costs less. GreenOH's planning estimate is about Rs 140 per watt for on-grid, or roughly Rs 420,000 for 3kW, but exact prices depend on the panels, inverter and installation.
Prices move with the dollar and import costs, so use the live price box above and compare complete, itemised quotations.
How many units does a 3kW system produce?
In Karachi, with about 5.5 peak sun hours and 20% system losses, a 3kW system produces roughly 400 units a month. In Lahore and Islamabad, with slightly less sun, expect about 345–360 units.
Output is higher in summer and lower in winter, and dust, shade and panel angle all reduce it. Clean panels regularly and ask the installer for a monthly production estimate, not just an annual average.
| City | Peak sun hours | Approx. units per month |
|---|---|---|
| Karachi | 5.5 | 396 |
| Multan | 5.4 | 389 |
| Faisalabad | 5.1 | 367 |
| Lahore | 5.0 | 360 |
| Islamabad | 4.8 | 346 |
What can a 3kW system run?
A 3kW system suits a home using about 300–400 units a month. During sunny hours it can comfortably run fans, lights, a refrigerator, a TV, a washing machine and a water pump.
A 1-ton inverter AC can also run in daytime sun, but running AC for many hours, or at night, needs a larger system or a bigger battery. If your bill is above 400 units, compare a 5kW system instead.
- Good fit: 300–400 units a month, mostly daytime use
- Panels: about 6 × 550W, needing roughly 18–22 square metres of shade-free roof
- Inverter: 3–4 kW hybrid inverter if you want backup
- Battery (hybrid): usually 2.5–5 kWh lithium for evening loads
On-grid or hybrid for 3kW?
Choose on-grid if load shedding is rare in your area and you mainly want a lower bill at the lowest cost. Choose hybrid if outages disrupt your home or you use power in the evening.
Under the 2026 net billing rules, exported units earn about Rs 10–11 while grid units cost about Rs 37–55, so storing daytime surplus in a battery is often worth more than exporting it.
What a complete 3kW quotation should include
- Exact panel brand, model and wattage, and the number of panels
- Inverter brand, model, capacity and whether it is hybrid
- Battery type, usable kWh and warranty, if hybrid
- Mounting structure height and material
- DC and AC wiring, breakers, surge protection and earthing
- Installation labour, transport and commissioning
- Panel, inverter, battery and workmanship warranties in writing
Frequently asked questions
What is the price of a 3kW solar system in Pakistan in 2026?
A 3kW hybrid system with lithium battery is listed on GreenOH at Rs 590,000 installed (October 2026). On-grid systems without batteries cost less; GreenOH's planning estimate is about Rs 140 per watt. Check the live price box for current listings.
How many units does a 3kW solar system produce per month?
Roughly 345–400 units, depending on the city: about 396 in Karachi and 360 in Lahore, assuming clean, unshaded panels.
How many panels are needed for a 3kW system?
About 6 panels of 550W, which gives 3.3kW of panel capacity.
Can a 3kW solar system run an AC?
A 1-ton inverter AC can run during sunny hours, but long AC use or night-time use needs a larger system or more battery storage.