Electricity Bill Calculator 2026 — All 28 States & 8 Union Territories
The BillUnits.in Electricity Bill Calculator is India’s most comprehensive free online electricity bill calculator, covering all 28 states and 8 union territories. Calculate your estimated monthly electricity bill in seconds using the latest tariff rates approved by your state’s electricity regulatory commission. Select your state below to load its current rates.
Whether you are a residential consumer in Tamil Nadu paying TANGEDCO bills, a commercial establishment in Maharashtra dealing with MSEDCL tariffs, a household in Delhi enjoying the government’s free electricity subsidy, or an industrial unit in Karnataka under BESCOM — this calculator gives you an instant, estimate slab-wise breakdown of your electricity bill.
India’s electricity billing system uses a progressive slab tariff structure where higher consumption is charged at higher rates per unit. Understanding your bill helps you manage consumption intelligently, verify billing accuracy, and take advantage of government subsidy schemes. Our calculator includes all charge components — energy charges, fixed charges, fuel adjustment charge (FAC), electricity duty, and meter rent — to give you the complete picture of your monthly electricity cost.
Electricity bills in India are calculated based on slab rates defined by regulatory authorities like Central Electricity Authority (CEA). You can also check your energy usage using our Power Consumption Calculator.
Simply select your state, choose your connection type, enter your sanctioned load and units consumed — and get your complete bill breakdown instantly. No registration required. 100% free.

Electricity Bill Calculator
Accurate bill estimates for Indian states
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Disclaimer: The calculated electricity bill is an estimated amount based on standard tariff slabs and input values. Actual billing may vary depending on your electricity provider, meter readings, fixed charges, taxes, subsidies, and official tariff revisions. Please refer to your official electricity board bill for the final payable amount.
How to Calculate Your Electricity Bill Using BillUnits.in
Follow these five simple steps to calculate your accurate electricity bill for any Indian state:
Step 1 — Select Your State
Click the state dropdown and select your state from all 36 Indian states and union territories. The calculator automatically loads the latest tariff rates for your selected state, approved by your state’s electricity regulatory commission (SERC).
Step 2 — Choose Your Connection Type
Select your connection category — Residential (domestic), Commercial, Industrial, or Agricultural. Each category has a different tariff structure. Most households should select Residential. If you are unsure, check your electricity bill — the consumer category is printed on it.
Step 3 — Enter Your Sanctioned Load
Enter your sanctioned connected load in kilowatts (kW). This is the maximum load permitted on your connection — you can find this on your electricity bill or service connection order. For most single-phase domestic connections, this is typically 1–5 kW.
Step 4 — Enter Units Consumed
Enter the total units (kWh) consumed during the billing period. You can find this on your electricity bill as ‘Units Consumed’ or ‘Present Reading minus Previous Reading’. If you have a smart meter, you can also read the current consumption directly.
Step 5 — Get Your Instant Bill Breakdown
Click the Calculate button to get your complete electricity bill breakdown — showing energy charges for each slab, fixed charges, fuel adjustment charge, electricity duty, meter rent, applicable subsidies, and the total amount payable. The result matches your actual DISCOM bill within ±2% accuracy.
Electricity billing is based on units consumed (kWh) and tariff slabs. Official tariff structures can be verified from state electricity boards.
How Electricity Billing Works in India — The Complete Guide
India’s electricity sector is governed by the Electricity Act, 2003, which established a framework for regulated, transparent electricity distribution across the country. Under this Act, each state has an independent electricity regulatory commission — called the State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC) — responsible for setting tariff rates for that state.
The Progressive Slab Tariff System
Every Indian state uses a progressive slab tariff system for residential electricity billing. This means your total monthly consumption is divided into consumption bands (slabs), and each slab is charged at a progressively higher rate. The philosophy behind this system is social equity — low-consumption households (often lower-income) pay lower rates, while high-consumption households pay more.
For example, a consumer using 250 units in a month is billed in stages: the first block of units at the lowest slab rate, the next block at a higher rate, and so on. Only the units that fall inside each slab are charged at that slab’s rate — crossing into a higher slab does not re-price your earlier units. Your fixed charges, fuel adjustment charge (FAC), electricity duty and meter rent are then added on top. The calculator above shows this exact breakdown for your chosen state.
Who Sets Electricity Rates in India?
Electricity tariffs in India are not set by DISCOMs (distribution companies) directly. Each DISCOM submits an Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) petition to its state’s regulatory commission. The commission conducts public hearings — where consumers can also participate — and then approves or modifies the tariff petition. This regulated process ensures tariffs are set transparently and in the public interest.
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) governs inter-state transmission and wholesale power markets, while State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs) govern retail distribution tariffs within each state.
Electricity Bill Calculators by States
Tariffs differ by state, consumer category, and slab, and are revised periodically by each State Electricity Regulatory Commission. Rather than list rates that may change, we maintain a dedicated, regularly-updated calculator for each state — select yours below for its current verified rates and a full bill breakdown.
| State | DISCOM | Regulator | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | TANGEDCO | TNERC | Calculate TNEB Bill |
| Maharashtra | MSEDCL | MERC | Calculate MSEDCL Bill |
| Delhi | BSES/TPDDL | DERC | Calculate BSES/TPDDL Bill |
| Karnataka | BESCOM | KERC | Calculate BESCOM Bill |
| Uttar Pradesh | UPPCL | UPERC | Calculate UPPCL Bill |
| West Bengal | WBSEDCL | WBERC | Calculate WBSEDCL Bill |
| Gujarat | UGVCL | GERC | Calculate UGVCL Bill |
| Rajasthan | JVVNL | RERC | Calculate JVVNL Bill |
| Kerala | KSEB | KSERC | Calculate KSEB Bill |
| Andhra Pradesh | APEPDCL | APERC | Calculate APEPDCL Bill |
| Telangana | TSSPDCL | TSERC | Calculate TSSPDCL Bill |
| Bihar | NBPDCL/SBPDCL | BERC | Calculate Bihar Bill |
Looking for Uttar Pradesh specially? Use our dedicated UPPCL Electricity Bill Calculator for retailed UPERC slab rates, Urban?Rural variants, and a full bill breakdown.
All States Electricity Tariff Comparison 2026-27
Residential electricity tariffs vary significantly across India, since each state’s regulatory commission sets its own rates. The table below shows verified lowest and highest slab rates for 12 major states. We’re adding the remaining states and union territories phase-wise as each tariff order is independently verified — use the calculator above for any state not yet listed here.
| State | DISCOM | Lowest Slab Rate | Highest Slab Rate | Regulator | Tariff Year |
| Bihar | NBPDCL/SBPDCL | ₹7.42/unit (flat) | ₹7.42/unit (flat) | BERC | FY 2026-27 |
| Tamil Nadu | TANGEDCO | ₹0/unit (free slab) | ₹11.55/unit | TNERC | FY 2025-26 |
| Maharashtra | MSEDCL | ₹4.28/unit | ₹17.68/unit | MERC | FY 2025-26 |
| Karnataka | BESCOM | ₹5.80/unit (flat) | ₹5.80/unit (flat) | KERC | FY 2026-27 |
| Uttar Pradesh | UPPCL | ₹5.50/unit | ₹6.50/unit | UPERC | FY 2025-26 |
| West Bengal | WBSEDCL | ₹4.10/unit | ₹6.81/unit | WBERC | FY 2025-26 |
| Gujarat* | UGVCL/DGVCL/MGVCL/PGVCL | ₹3.05/unit | ₹5.20/unit | GERC | FY 2026-27 |
| Rajasthan* | JVVNL | ₹4.75/unit | ₹7.50/unit | RERC | FY 2026-27 |
| Kerala | KSEB | ₹3.35/unit | ₹8.50/unit | KSERC | FY 2025-27 |
| Andhra Pradesh | APEPDCL | ₹1.90/unit | ₹9.75/unit | APERC | FY 2025-26 |
| Telangana* | TSSPDCL/TSNPDCL | ₹1.95/unit | ₹10.00/unit | TSERC | FY 2025-26 |
| Delhi* | BSES/TPDDL | ₹3.00/unit | ₹7.00/unit | DERC | FY 2021-22 base |
*Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Delhi energy slab rates are confirmed; their fixed/demand charges involve load-banded or tiered structures not fully captured by a single figure — use the dedicated state calculator for an exact breakdown. Rates shown are for residential/domestic consumers only and exclude electricity duty, FAC, and meter rent unless otherwise noted. More states and union territories will be added to this table as each tariff order is independently verified. Source: BillUnits.in calculator engine, cross-checked against official SERC/DISCOM tariff orders per our Methodology and Data Sources pages.
Looking for Uttar Pradesh specifically? Use our dedicated UPPCL Electricity Bill Calculator for detailed UPERC slab rates, urban/rural variants, and a full bill breakdown.
What is Included in Your Indian Electricity Bill?
An Indian electricity bill is not just about the units you consumed. It includes several components that together make up your total payable amount. Understanding each component helps you verify billing accuracy and identify areas where you can reduce costs.
| Charge Component | What It Is | Typical Share |
| Energy Charges | The core variable charge calculated slab-wise based on total units (kWh) consumed in the billing period. Higher consumption moves you into higher-rate slabs progressively. | 60–75% of total bill |
| Fixed / Demand Charges | A monthly flat charge based on your sanctioned connected load (kW). This charge is payable every month even if your consumption is zero — it covers the cost of maintaining your connection. | 10–20% of total bill |
| Fuel Adjustment Charge (FAC) | Also called FPPCA or FSA in some states. A quarterly variable surcharge to recover changes in fuel costs for thermal power generation. Approved by the respective State Electricity Regulatory Commission. | 5–10% of total bill |
| Electricity Duty | A state government tax levied as a percentage of energy charges. Ranges from 5% to 10% across Indian states under respective State Electricity Duty Acts. | A state government tax, usually levied as a percentage of energy (and sometimes fixed) charges, under each state’s Electricity Duty Act. The rate varies significantly by state and consumer category — for example, Maharashtra levies 16% on residential consumption charges, while some states charge low single digits. Your state’s exact duty is applied in the calculator above. |
| Meter Rent | A nominal monthly rental charge for the energy meter installed at your premises by the DISCOM. Ranges from ₹15 to ₹75/month depending on meter type. | ₹15–₹75/month |
| Delayed Payment Surcharge | A penalty charge of 1–2% per month applied on outstanding bill amounts if not paid by the due date mentioned on your electricity bill. | 1–2% per month (if applicable) |
7 Proven Tips to Reduce Your Electricity Bill in India
Reducing your electricity bill requires a combination of behavioural changes, appliance upgrades, and awareness of government schemes. Here are seven evidence-based strategies that Indian consumers can implement immediately.
1. Switch to LED Lighting
Replace all incandescent and CFL bulbs with BEE 5-star rated LED bulbs. A 9W LED delivers the same brightness as a 60W incandescent bulb — saving 85% energy on lighting alone. The Government of India’s UJALA scheme offers LED bulbs at subsidised rates.
2. Use BEE 5-Star Rated Appliances
Air conditioners and refrigerators are the biggest electricity consumers in Indian homes. A BEE 5-star rated inverter AC uses up to 40% less electricity than a 3-star non-inverter model. Always check the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) star label before purchasing any appliance.
3. Install BLDC Motor Fans
Traditional ceiling fans consume 70–80 watts. BLDC (Brushless DC) motor fans consume just 28–35 watts — saving up to 55% on fan electricity. India has over 400 million ceiling fans, making this one of the highest-impact changes for domestic consumers.
4. Avail PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
The Government of India provides subsidies of up to ₹78,000 for rooftop solar installation under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana scheme. Consumers installing a 3kW rooftop solar system can generate 300+ units per month — eliminating most of their electricity bill. Apply at pmsuryaghar.gov.in.
5. Monitor Your Consumption Slab
India uses a progressive slab tariff system — crossing a slab threshold significantly increases your rate per unit. Track your monthly consumption using your smart meter app or the BillUnits.in calculator to stay within lower-rate slabs where possible.
6. Use Appliances During Off-Peak Hours
Many states are introducing Time-of-Day (ToD) tariffs for smart meter consumers. Using heavy appliances like washing machines, dishwashers and water heaters between 11 PM and 6 AM can reduce your bill under ToD tariff structures.
7. Check Your Eligibility for Subsidies
Most Indian states offer subsidised electricity tariffs for BPL (Below Poverty Line) households, SC/ST families, and small farmers. Delhi provides 200 units free per month, Tamil Nadu provides 100 units free, and Telangana’s Gruha Jyothi scheme offers 101 units free. Verify your eligibility at your local DISCOM office.
Frequently Asked Questions — Electricity Bill Calculator India
Q1: How is electricity bill calculated in India?
A: Electricity bills in India are calculated using a progressive slab-wise tariff system approved by each state’s electricity regulatory commission. The total bill includes energy charges (calculated slab-wise on units consumed), fixed charges (based on sanctioned load), fuel adjustment charge (variable quarterly surcharge), electricity duty (state tax of 5–10%), and meter rent. The exact rates vary by state and connection type (residential, commercial, industrial).
Q2: What is one unit of electricity?
A: One unit of electricity equals one kilowatt-hour (1 kWh). This means consuming 1000 watts of power for one hour equals one unit. For example, a 100-watt light bulb running for 10 hours consumes 1 unit. A 1.5-ton air conditioner running for 1 hour consumes approximately 1.2–1.5 units depending on its star rating and efficiency.
Q3: Which state has the cheapest electricity in India?
A: Several states offer very low or zero base tariffs for low-consumption households through subsidy and lifeline schemes — for example, free-unit schemes in states like Tamil Nadu, Delhi and Telangana, and low opening slab rates in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Scheme details and unit thresholds change periodically, so check your state’s calculator and your DISCOM for current eligibility.
Q4: Which state has the most expensive electricity in India?
A: Maharashtra (MSEDCL) and West Bengal (WBSEDCL) are generally among the higher-tariff states for residential consumers, with steep upper slabs for high consumption and, in Maharashtra’s case, a relatively high 16% electricity duty. Exact rates change with each tariff order — use the state calculators for current figures.
Q5: What is FAC or FSA in an electricity bill?
A: FAC (Fuel Adjustment Charge), also called FSA (Fuel Surcharge Adjustment) or FPPCA (Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment), is a quarterly variable charge added to your electricity bill. It recovers changes in the cost of fuel (coal, gas) used to generate electricity. FAC rates are revised every quarter by the State Electricity Regulatory Commission and can be positive or negative depending on fuel cost trends.
Q6: How does the electricity slab system work in India?
A: India uses a progressive slab tariff system. Your monthly consumption is divided into slabs, and each slab is charged at a progressively higher rate. The key point: in most states, crossing a slab threshold only charges the units within that higher slab at the higher rate — your lower-slab units stay at their lower rate. This is called a telescopic tariff.
Q7: What is the average monthly electricity bill in India?
A: The average monthly electricity bill for a residential consumer in India ranges from ₹500 to ₹2,500 depending on location, household size, appliance usage, and state tariffs. Urban households with ACs typically pay ₹1,500–₹3,000/month in summer. Rural households with basic consumption (100–200 units) typically pay ₹200–₹800/month after subsidies.
Q8: How do I read my electricity meter?
A: To read your electricity meter, note the number shown on the digital or dial display — this is the total cumulative units consumed since installation. Your monthly consumption = current reading minus previous reading (both shown on your electricity bill). For smart meters, you can view real-time consumption data through your DISCOM’s mobile app or web portal.
Electricity Bill Calculators for All Indian States
BillUnits.in provides dedicated electricity bill calculators for all major Indian states with state-specific tariff rates, utility information, and detailed bill breakdowns. Select your state below for the most accurate results:
| South India | North India | West & Central |
| TNEB Calculator — Tamil Nadu billunits.in/state-calculators/tneb-calculator/ | UPPCL Calculator — Uttar Pradesh billunits.in/state-calculators/uppcl-calculator/ | MSEDCL Calculator — Maharashtra billunits.in/state-calculators/msedcl-bill-calculator/ |
| BESCOM Calculator — Karnataka billunits.in/state-calculators/bescom-bill-calculator/ | Delhi Calculator — BSES/TPDDL billunits.in/state-calculators/delhi-electricity-bill-calculator/ | UGVCL Calculator — Gujarat billunits.in/state-calculators/ugvcl-bill-calculator/ |
| KSEB Calculator — Kerala billunits.in/state-calculators/kseb-bill-calculator/ | JVVNL Calculator — Rajasthan billunits.in/state-calculators/jvvnl-bill-calculator/ | WBSEDCL Calculator — West Bengal billunits.in/state-calculators/wbsedcl-calculator/ |
| APEPDCL Calculator — Andhra Pradesh billunits.in/state-calculators/apepdcl-bill-calculator/ | TSSPDCL Calculator — Telangana billunits.in/state-calculators/tsspdcl-bill-calculator/ | View All 36 States billunits.in/state-calculators/ |
| Bihar Calculator — NBPDCL/SBPDCL |
About BillUnits.in
BillUnits.in is India’s dedicated electricity bill calculator platform, built to help Indian consumers understand, verify, and manage their monthly electricity bills. We cover all 36 Indian states and union territories with regularly updated tariff data sourced directly from official State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC) tariff orders.
Our Data Sources
All tariff rates on BillUnits.in are sourced from official SERC tariff orders and DISCOM tariff schedules published on regulatory commission websites. We update our tariff database whenever a new tariff order is issued by any state regulatory commission. Our goal is to maintain the highest accuracy in electricity bill calculations for Indian consumers. Read more data-sources.
Accuracy and Disclaimer
The electricity bill calculations provided on BillUnits.in are estimates based on published tariff schedules. Actual bills may vary due to meter reading dates, billing cycle adjustments, special charges, arrears, or other factors specific to your DISCOM account. Always refer to your official electricity bill or contact your DISCOM for the exact payable amount. BillUnits.in is not affiliated with any electricity distribution company or government body.
| Website | https://billunits.in |
| Coverage | All 36 States and Union Territories of India |
| Data Sources | Official SERC Tariff Orders 2026-27 | DISCOM Tariff Schedules |
| Last Updated | June 2026 — FY 2026-27 Tariff Orders |
| Calculator Type | Free | No Registration | Works on All Devices |