Just like other home appliances, the solar panels have become a necessity considering the skyrocketing prices of electricity. A few weeks back, we explored that there was a price decrease for solar panels. But not anymore! The solar panel prices have once again increased upto Rs. 5,000. Know more about the old and new solar panel prices in 2026 in the blog.
Solar Panel Prices in 2026
The prices of imported solar panels of 585-watt, 645-watt, and 720-watt have gotten expensive in the local market. Solar panel Importer Saleem Memon confirmed that the increase in silver and copper globally has impacted the manufacturing of solar panels. This results in higher prices for solar panels.
Consider the following table to know more:
| Watts | Old Price (Rs.) | New Price (Rs.) |
| 585 W | 16,000 -17,000 | 20,000 – 21,000 |
| 645 W | around 20,000 | 24,000 – 25,000 |
| 720 W | 22,000 – 25,000 | 30,000 – 35,000 |
He also mentioned that the per-watt price of a solar panel increased from Rs. 22 to Rs. 33 in the past five months, and also assumed that it may increase to Rs. 40 in the coming months. Not only this, but there is also an increase of 10% in solar batteries in the last few months.
To sum up, summers demand high electricity consumption, which simply means more electricity bills. This is where solar panels come to the rescue as they are energy-efficient solutions. So, next time when you decide on the right solar panel, don’t forget to consider these prices depending on the wattages.
Ramsha Zafar is an English literature graduate working as a content writer for over two years. At OLX, her writing covers almost every topic that people find interesting, including automobiles, smartphones, businesses, and many others.
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