Solar System Under 3 Lakh in Pakistan

What a 3 lakh budget can cover

A budget of up to 3 lakh rupees is for a starter or small home solar system. In our range that means the smaller packages, mainly the 1.15kW systems (1kW Solar System). Depending on current rates, the 3.45kW tubular system may also fit. The packages shown on this page are the ones whose current price is within 3 lakh. If rates move, the list moves with them.

A 1.15kW system runs about 3 fans, 5 LED bulbs, a TV and Wi-Fi in daytime, and makes about 4 to 5 units on a sunny day. A 3.45kW system adds one 1.5 ton inverter AC in daytime sun, plus a fridge.

If your budget is closer to 1 or 2 lakh, check the smallest packages first. Remember that a solar system without enough battery will not help much during night load shedding.

Lithium or tubular on a low budget

On a tight budget, tubular batteries cost less upfront, which is why low budget solar systems in Pakistan usually use them. But only about half a tubular battery's capacity should be used each night. It needs distilled water top-ups, and it usually lasts around 2 to 3 years under daily deep cycling in heat. Then it has to be replaced.

A lithium battery costs more on day one, but about 90% of it is usable, it needs no maintenance, and it is rated for thousands of cycles. If you can stretch the budget for lithium, you may spend less over five years. If not, a tubular package is a sensible way to start. The lithium vs tubular guide (Lithium vs Tubular Battery: Which Is Better for Solar?) compares the two honestly.

How to spend 1, 2 or 3 lakh wisely

• Size for your real load, not the biggest number. Add up the watts of what you need during load shedding.
• Put the money into a complete, matched system rather than a large panel array with a weak battery or inverter.
• If an AC is your goal, plan for at least a 3kW system. Below that, think of solar as backup for fans and lights.
• Leave room to grow. The Growatt SPF 3500 ES in our 1.15kW lithium package is rated 3.5kW, so more panels can be added later within its limits.

Use the solar calculator (Solar Calculator) to check your load before choosing.

Payment and delivery

Pay 15% advance when you order and the remaining 85% on delivery. Cash on delivery is not available at the moment. Delivery and installation time is 48–72 hours after advance payment, all over Pakistan. We do not offer installment plans. See how to order (How to Order) for the steps, and the full solar system price list (All Solar Systems) for every size.