SNGPL Bill Fake? How to Check Authenticity (2025)
If you live in Lahore or Karachi, chances are you have fallen prey to some fake bill scam or at least someone has shown you a bill like this.
These scams happen in a very smart way where copies of original bills are made and people are given psychological pressure to pay immediately. People fear that their gas connection may get cut.
SNGPL has upgraded its verification system and security features to tackle this problem in 2025. Now to remove any doubt, verification is possible through reference number in just one minute.
Check SNGPL gas bill online in 2025 without login!
This step-by-step guide is for those people who have been or may be a victim of fraud, so that they can verify their bill and avoid wasting money.
3 Signs Your SNGPL Bill is fake (2025 Update)
There are some clear and common signs to identify a fake bill.
Missing Hologram/Watermark
The first and most important sign is the absence of a hologram or watermark. There is a light watermark on the original SNGPL bill which is difficult to see with normal eyes but can be easily seen from the angle of light. Fake bills do not have this feature as it is difficult and expensive to print.
Incorrect Reference Number Format
The second most common sign is the wrong format of the reference number. The original reference number is always 14 digits, for example: 1234-5678-9012-34. In fake bills either the number is incomplete or its format is mismatched.
Unusual Payment Accounts
The third sign is that the payment is requested in a personal account, while SNGPL only accepts payments through authorized banks like HBL, UBL.
How to Verify SNGPL Bill Online (Official 2025 Method)
It is now easy to verify the authenticity of the bill. You just have to go to the official portal of SNGPL
There you enter your 14 digit reference number. If the system shows you "No record found", then understand that this bill does not exist in the database of SNGPL - it is fake.
After verification, if you suspect fraud, take a clear screenshot of your bill. You have to attach this screenshot in the email or complaint when you contact SNGPL or FIA.
Always verify the issue date, due date and amount of the bill as these are mismatched in fake bills.
What to Do If You Have a Fake Bill?
If you have received a fake bill, the first step is to email SNGPL: [email protected].
Scan your bill in the email and also mention the source from which you got the bill. If an agent gave it to you, mention his name and location. Your case is immediately forwarded to the fraud department.
The second important step is to file a complaint with the FIA Cybercrime Wing. For this you can go to the official website of FIA Cybercrime.
There you have to upload basic details and proof. Often people don’t even reach FIA, but it is important so that legal action can be taken against scammers.
Real vs Fake SNGPL Bill|| Side-by-Side Comparison
Real SNGPL bills have some key identifiers:
A QR code that shows bill details when scanned from the SNGPL website, a light watermark or hologram, and correct formatting with alignment. Whereas fake bills either do not have a QR code or redirect to some other page when scanned.
Side-by-side comparison allows you to understand the visual difference. In real bills, the fonts are properly aligned, while in fake bills the alignment is slightly off. In fake bills, the barcode is also often missing.
By paying attention to these things, you can easily check the authenticity of the bill.
How Scammers Create Fake Bills (2025 Tactics)
In 2025, scammers have adopted new methods such as the use of high-quality Photoshop templates.
These are often shared on OLX, WhatsApp groups, or the Facebook marketplace. Fake agents tell people that "the gas is about to be cut" and ask for immediate payment.
Such people create emotional pressure so that you pay the money without thinking.
Some franchise agents are also involved in this scam, who print duplicate copies of the original bills and give them to people.
These duplicate bills are slightly altered where the payment account has been changed. So, never give cash payment to a stranger make payment only through verified SNGPL portal or bank.
Conclusion
In today's era of digital frauds, it is very important that you always do online verification. Never make payment immediately after taking bill from any door-to-door "SNGPL agent" or unknown source. Verification takes only 1 minute and can save you from fraud.
If you find this guide useful, then definitely share it with your friends, relatives, and WhatsApp groups. Only by raising awareness can we meet and catch fraudsters. Stay alert, stay safe.
Some people also ask about:
Can fake SNGPL bills disconnect my gas?
No, fake bills do not affect the gas supply. But if you have paid a fake bill, then your money may be wasted. And the real bill remains unpaid, due to which connection suspension can also happen.
How long does SNGPL take to investigate?
Investigation process usually takes 7-14 days it takes time. Till then you should keep the screenshot of your original bill, copy of fake bill, and payment receipt safely.