Delhi Electricity Tariff Rates
Regulator
DERC (Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission)
Utility Board
BRPL / BYPL / TPDDL / NDMC
Categories
4 Active Groups
Electricity distribution in Delhi is regulated by DERC (Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission) and managed by BRPL / BYPL / TPDDL / NDMC. The tariff schedule covers 4 consumer categories (Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, Agriculture), with billing based on unit energy consumption, connected load capacity, and connection classification.
Delhi 1 Unit Rate
For domestic electricity consumers in Delhi, the initial 1 unit rate starts at ₹3.00 per kWh for consumption within the first slab (up to 200 units per month).
Slab Rates and Billing Structure
Residential electricity consumption in Delhi is billed using a telescopic structure across 5 consumption slabs. Energy rates begin at ₹3.00 per unit in the initial slab and increase up to ₹8.00 per unit for higher consumption brackets.
Tariff Categories
The tariff schedule for Delhi includes 4 active consumer categories: Domestic, Commercial, Industrial, Agriculture. Each category has specific energy rates and fixed charges designed for domestic, commercial, agricultural, or industrial usage.
Fixed Charges and Other Charges
In addition to unit energy rates, electricity bills in Delhi include monthly fixed charges, demand rates, or statutory surcharges based on connection parameters.
- Fixed charges: ₹20 - ₹250 / kW.
- State Electricity Duty: 5%.
Electricity Bill Calculation
To calculate an estimated electricity bill for Delhi, multiply your monthly energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (units) by the applicable slab energy rates, add monthly fixed or demand charges, and include applicable taxes or statutory duties. You can compute your estimated bill using our Delhi Electricity Bill Calculator.