Verified Electricity Tariffs

Electricity tariffs determine how consumers are charged for the power they use. In India, tariff rates and billing rules can vary by state, electricity distribution company, consumer category, and connection type. This page brings together state-wise electricity tariff information in one place, making it easier to find domestic, commercial, industrial, agricultural, and other applicable tariff details. You can select a state or electricity board above to explore its tariff structure and related electricity bill calculator.

Electricity rates are not the same across India. Each state has its own electricity distribution companies, regulatory framework, power supply costs, and consumer categories. State electricity regulatory commissions approve tariff structures based on factors such as power purchase costs, transmission and distribution expenses, operating costs, and applicable government policies. As a result, the per-unit rate, fixed charge, subsidy, and other billing components can differ from one state or electricity board to another.

Electricity tariffs are generally divided into different categories according to how electricity is used and the type of connection. The exact categories and billing rules vary between states and electricity boards.

Many residential electricity tariffs use slab-based rates, where the price per unit depends on the amount of electricity consumed during a billing period. Under a telescopic structure, different portions of consumption are charged at their respective slab rates. Some tariff structures may use different billing methods. Because slab limits and rates vary by electricity board, it is important to check the tariff applicable to your state and consumer category before estimating a bill.

Time-of-Day (ToD) tariffs charge different rates during specified periods of the day. Where ToD billing applies, electricity consumed during peak, normal, or off-peak periods may have different rates, rebates, or adjustments. ToD provisions are not the same for every consumer or electricity board, so users should check the applicable tariff schedule for their connection before calculating the bill.

Electricity tariff documents can contain detailed tables, categories, conditions, and billing rules that are difficult to review quickly. Our state-wise tariff directory brings relevant information together in a simpler format, helping you find the tariff applicable to your electricity board. Where available, tariff pages also include verified tariff data and related bill calculators to make electricity cost estimation easier.