Submersible Solar Pump Price in Pakistan 2026 — AC, DC, VFD Buyer Guide
A submersible solar pump replaces a tubewell motor + diesel generator with a single submerged motor that runs directly on PV power. Pakistani farmers using solar pumps have cut irrigation costs by 80–100% over the past 3 years — no diesel bill, no generator maintenance, no rural-grid load-shedding interruption. The 2026 sweet spot: 3-5 HP submersible solar pump + 3-4 kW PV array + solar VFD = under PKR 380,000 turnkey for a small farm.
This guide covers submersible solar pump prices in Pakistan for 2026, the AC vs DC pump distinction, sizing for 50-200 m bore depths, and the matching PV array + CNC DC protection.
1. AC vs DC submersible pump — pick before anything else
| AC pump + solar VFD | DC pump (direct PV) | |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency vs. inverter chain | ~80% | ~92% |
| Motor cost | PKR 85K-180K (5 HP) | PKR 120K-220K (5 HP) |
| VFD / inverter required | Yes (CNC YV-Solar) | No (controller integrated) |
| Can run on grid backup? | Yes (with AC source) | No — PV only |
| Best for | Mixed grid + solar farms | Pure off-grid remote sites |
For most Pakistani farms with intermittent WAPDA service: AC pump + solar VFD is the smarter choice because it lets you fall back to grid (or generator) during winter shortfall.
2. Submersible solar pump price Pakistan 2026 — full table
| Motor | Type | Pump head | Flow @ rated head | Price PKR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 HP DC | DC brushless | 50 m | 30 L/min | 85,000 |
| 3 HP DC | DC brushless | 80 m | 60 L/min | 145,000 |
| 5 HP DC | DC brushless | 120 m | 100 L/min | 220,000 |
| 1.5 HP AC (CRI / Lubi) | 3-phase AC | 50 m | 40 L/min | 65,000 |
| 3 HP AC (CRI / Lubi) | 3-phase AC | 80 m | 90 L/min | 110,000 |
| 5 HP AC (CRI / Lubi) | 3-phase AC | 120 m | 140 L/min | 165,000 |
| 10 HP AC industrial | 3-phase AC | 200 m | 220 L/min | 295,000 |
3. Matching solar VFD (for AC pumps)
The VFD takes DC from the PV array and converts to 3-phase AC for the pump:
- 1.5 HP pump: CNC YV-Solar-1.5 PKR 32,500
- 3 HP pump: CNC YV-Solar-2.2 PKR 52,000
- 5 HP pump: CNC YV-Solar-3.7 PKR 78,000
- 10 HP pump: CNC YV-Solar-7.5 PKR 148,000
4. Sizing the PV array for your pump
- Pump power requirement: 5 HP = 3.7 kW continuous
- Solar derating: divide by 0.85 (panel temperature, dust, cable losses) = 4.4 kW required PV peak
- Pakistani PV array sizing: 4.4 kW / panel wattage = panel count. With Jinko 580W: 4.4 / 0.58 = 8 panels (round to 8-9 for headroom)
- Add VFD oversize factor for constant-torque load: x1.3 = ~5.7 kW PV (round to 10 panels of 580W = 5.8 kW)
5. Complete installation budget
| Component | 5 HP AC system | Price PKR |
|---|---|---|
| Pump motor | 5 HP AC CRI/Lubi | 165,000 |
| Solar VFD | CNC YV-Solar-3.7 | 78,000 |
| PV panels | 10× 580W Jinko | 195,000 |
| L2 structure | 10× single-panel mount | 65,000 |
| CNC DC protection (breaker, fuse, SPD, isolator) | For 5.8 kW string | 22,000 |
| DC cabling 6mm² | 30m for typical install | 5,400 |
| Submersible cable to pump | 50m × 4-core flat | 22,500 |
| Installation labour | 2-3 days | 35,000 |
| Total turnkey | ~PKR 588,000 |
6. FAQ
How deep can a solar submersible pump go?
Standard ratings: 1.5 HP up to 50m, 3 HP up to 80m, 5 HP up to 120m, 10 HP up to 200m. Below 200m requires industrial-grade pump + larger PV array.
Will the pump run on cloudy days?
Yes — at reduced flow. Solar VFD with MPPT automatically reduces pump RPM when PV power drops. On overcast days the pump may run at 30-50% flow.
Can I run a solar pump and a grid backup simultaneously?
Yes with AC pump + solar VFD: configure the VFD to draw from grid when PV is insufficient and switch back to PV when sun returns.
What's the payback period?
For a typical Pakistani farmer running a 5 HP pump 5 hr/day: diesel + maintenance costs ~PKR 25,000/month. Solar pump system ~PKR 588,000 / 25,000 = 24 months payback. After that, water is essentially free.
Are CNC solar VFDs warranty-backed in Pakistan?
Yes — 5-year CNC warranty + country-wide service network. Free Pakistan delivery on protection bundle.
7. Need help speccing a solar pump system?
Send your bore depth + required daily water output + AC vs DC pump preference on WhatsApp +92 326 1111 376. We'll size pump + VFD + PV + CNC protection bundle. Free delivery on orders over PKR 50,000.