Goodbye to manual bill payment! From July 1, 2025, Pakistan Post will stop collecting IESCO electricity bills, as announced by the Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO). This major change is part of the government’s new digital Pakistan initiative. Now, all IESCO customers must pay their electricity bills through banks or online payment methods.
Why Pakistan Post Will No Longer Collect IESCO Bills?
According to a recent notice shared after a meeting on June 4, 2025, IESCO is shifting to a full digital bill collection system via 1Link. This means customers can now pay using:
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Online banking apps
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Mobile wallets (e.g. JazzCash, Easypaisa)
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ATM machines
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Authorized bank branches
⚠️ What Happens After July 1, 2025?
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No more bill submission at post offices under IESCO.
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Post offices will not accept IESCO electricity bills after this date.
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Consumers must pay bills digitally or via designated bank branches only.
✅ Why This Change Is Important?
IESCO explained the reasons behind this step:
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To reduce financial loss caused by cash handling.
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To speed up payments through real-time bank systems like 1Link.
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To promote transparency and digital solutions in utility services.
How Can I Pay My IESCO Bill Now?
You can pay your bill through the following easy ways:
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Online banking apps like HBL, Meezan, UBL, etc.
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Mobile wallets like Easypaisa, JazzCash.
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ATM machines of any bank connected with 1Link.
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Physical bank branches authorized by IESCO.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I still pay my IESCO bill at Pakistan Post Office?
No. From July 1, 2025, post offices will not accept IESCO bills.
Q2: What is 1Link in Pakistan?
1Link is a digital payment platform that connects all banks in Pakistan. It allows fast and secure bill payments.
Q3: Will this change affect other electricity companies too?
Right now, the change is for IESCO customers only. Other companies may adopt the same model soon.
Q4: Is it safe to pay bills online in Pakistan?
Yes! Paying bills online using your bank app or mobile wallet is safe, secure, and fast.
Q5: What if I don’t have a bank account or internet access?
You can still visit authorized bank branches to pay your bill manually.
Conclusions:
If you are an IESCO customer, do not go to Pakistan Post Office for your bill after July 1, 2025. Instead, pay your bill online or at your nearest bank. This new system is faster, safer, and more efficient.