Karnataka Official Tariff: Active for 2026 (Valid till 2028) Billing Cycle: Monthly (30 Days)

BESCOM Electricity Bill Calculator 2026 – Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Estimator

Electricity distribution in Bangalore Urban, Bangalore Rural, and neighboring Karnataka districts is managed by BESCOM under tariff regulations framed by the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC). Following major tariff consolidation reforms, Karnataka retired traditional multi-tier domestic slabs in favor of a single uniform energy rate of ₹5.80 per unit for all residential consumption under LT-1. However, residential consumers face fixed demand charges of ₹110 to ₹150 per kilowatt of sanctioned connected load, a 9% state electricity tax, and quarterly Fuel Cost Adjustments (FPPCA). Under Karnataka’s flagship Gruha Jyothi welfare scheme, households consuming under 200 units within their calculated 12-month average entitlement receive a 100% bill waiver. Exceeding 200 units results in immediate subsidy forfeiture. This calculator computes exact domestic and commercial bills under the latest KERC tariff orders.

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KERC Official Tariff Order & Validity Status Active in 2026 (Valid till 31 March 2028)

3-Year MYT Control Period

KERC abolished multi-tiered domestic slabs in favor of a single uniform rate of ₹5.80/unit. Demand charge is ₹150/kW/month, 9% electricity tax, and ₹0.74/unit FPPCA and P&G surcharges. Karnataka Gruha Jyothi scheme provides 100% free electricity up to 200 units entitlement.

Regulatory Commission Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission

Order / Gazette No KERC Multi-Year Tariff Order (FY 2025-26 to FY 2027-28)

Effective Date 1 April 2026 (FY 2026-27 Rate Revision)

Legally Valid Until 31 March 2028

Gruha Jyothi 200 Units Subsidy: Uniform LT-2 domestic rate of ₹5.80/unit + ₹150/kW. Eligible households consuming up to 200 units (based on entitlement average + 10%) receive zero bills.

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Monthly Billing Cycle (30 Days) KERC statutory calendar month meter reading

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Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Scheme Subsidized free power up to 200 units

Monthly Entitlement Limit

50 u 100 u 150 u 200 u (Max)

Your previous 12-month average consumption + 10% buffer (max 200u).

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Sanctioned Connected Load (kW) Used for calculating fixed demand charges (₹/kW).

Electric Supply Phase BPL connections are legally locked to Single Phase.

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Official Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimated electricity bill based on the latest tariff information available in our database. Actual bills may vary depending on taxes, subsidies, fixed charges, arrears, meter type, billing cycle, fuel adjustments, and other applicable charges.

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How to Use the BESCOM Bill Calculator

Follow these simple steps to calculate your exact electricity bill in seconds.

📸 Step-by-Step Visual Walkthrough (Click image to zoom) Interactive Zoom 🔍

BESCOM Bill Calculator Step 1 tariff selection and Gruha Jyothi toggle screenshot — **Step 1: Select LT-2(a) & Gruha Jyothi Option** Select LT-2(a) Domestic connection and toggle the Karnataka Gruha Jyothi 200 units free power scheme status.

BESCOM Bill Calculator Step 2 units and load demand input screenshot — **Step 2: Enter Monthly Units & Sanctioned Load** Specify monthly power consumption (kWh) and sanctioned load (kW) to apply KERC uniform rate (₹5.80/u) and fixed demand.

BESCOM Bill Calculator Step 3 itemized receipt with Gruha Jyothi zero bill screenshot — **Step 3: Check Itemized Receipt & Zero Bill** Review transparent bill receipt with full subsidy deduction of energy charges, fixed demand, FPPPA, and 9% tax (₹0 Net Bill).

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Select Domestic or Commercial Category

Choose LT-1 Domestic for apartments and private residences, or LT-3 Commercial for retail shops, offices, and commercial establishments.

Enter Sanctioned Connected Load (kW)

Input your contracted load in kilowatts (e.g. 2 kW or 3 kW for apartments). BESCOM bills fixed demand charges directly per kilowatt of connected capacity.

Toggle Gruha Jyothi & Set Entitlement Units

Enable Gruha Jyothi if you are registered on Seva Sindhu. Input your 12-month historical average entitlement (up to the maximum state ceiling of 200 units).

View Zero-Bill Status or Detailed Cost Breakdown

If usage is within your entitlement, confirm your ₹0 net bill. If exceeding 200 units, inspect energy charges at ₹5.80 per unit, fixed demand, FPPCA, and 9% state tax.

⚡ Official KERC Multi-Year Tariff Order (FY 2026-27 Active Rate)

Understanding BESCOM Electricity Bill Calculation Logic (Bangalore LT-1)

Electricity distribution across Bangalore Urban, Bangalore Rural, and six adjoining districts in Karnataka is managed by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) under the statutory regulations of the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC). Under the landmark Multi-Year Tariff (MYT) order dated 27 March 2025, multi-tiered domestic slabs were retired in favor of a single uniform flat rate for residential consumers, coupled with the state government's flagship Gruha Jyothi Scheme.

1. The Single Uniform Flat Rate System (No Multi-Tier Slabs)

Unlike states such as Kerala or Tamil Nadu that use progressive tiered slabs, Karnataka has simplified domestic billing under tariff category LT-1 Domestic. Every unit of electricity consumed—whether 1 unit or 200 units—is charged at an official uniform rate of ₹5.80 per unit. There are no shifting slab brackets for residential domestic connections.

2. Fixed Demand Charges, Electricity Tax, and Mandatory Surcharges

A standard BESCOM electricity bill consists of four key billing components:

Fixed Demand Charge ₹150.00 / kW

Billed monthly based on your sanctioned connected load (kW) up to 50 kW. For a typical 2 kW residential connection, the monthly fixed charge is ₹300.00.

Electricity Tax (Duty) 9.00%

Levied under the Karnataka Electricity Taxation Act on energy charges. For ₹580.00 energy charges, the tax is ₹52.20.

FPPCA & Surcharges ~₹0.74 / unit

Includes Fuel Cost Adjustment (FPPCA @ ~₹0.39/unit) and Pension & Gratuity surcharge (₹0.35/unit), totaling approximately ₹0.74 per unit.

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3. Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Scheme: Exact Rules & Calculations

How the Government of Karnataka's free electricity subsidy works

The Gruha Jyothi Scheme provides free electricity up to 200 units per month for domestic households in Karnataka. However, the government does not give a flat 200 units to everyone; your free quota is personalized through an Entitlement Limit.

Official Entitlement Formula:
Entitlement Limit = (Previous 12-Month Average Monthly Consumption) + 10% Buffer (Subject to a maximum cap of 200 units).

Rule 1: Usage ≤ Entitlement Zero Bill

If your monthly meter reading is at or below your entitlement limit, the Karnataka Government subsidizes 100% of the bill (energy charges, fixed demand charges, 9% duty, and surcharges). Your Net Payable Bill = ₹0.00.

Rule 2: Usage > Entitlement (≤ 200u) Partial Pay

Your entitlement units and fixed charges remain 100% subsidized by the government. You only pay for the incremental extra units above your entitlement, plus the 9% duty and surcharges on those extra units.

Rule 3: Usage > 200 Units Cliff Revoked

The Cliff Rule: If monthly consumption crosses 200 units (even by 1 single unit, e.g. 201 units), the Gruha Jyothi subsidy is completely withdrawn. You receive 0 free units and must pay full charges for all units consumed.

4. Official BESCOM Tariff Rate Card (2026 Verified)

Category Code & Name	Energy Rate (₹/unit)	Fixed Demand Charge	State Duty	Gruha Jyothi Subsidy
LT-1: Domestic (Residential)	₹5.80 / unit (Uniform)	₹150.00 / kW / month	9.00%	100% Zero Bill (up to 200 units)
LT-2: Commercial (Shops, Clinics, Offices)	₹8.00 / unit (Flat)	₹210.00 / kW / month	9.00%	Not Applicable

5. Real Worked Bill Calculations (Bangalore Domestic LT-1)

Case 1: 100 Units (No Subsidy)

2 kW Load

Energy: 100 units × ₹5.80 ₹580.00
Fixed Charge: 2 kW × ₹150 ₹300.00
Electricity Duty: 9% of ₹580 ₹52.20
Surcharges: 100 u × ₹0.74 ₹74.00
Total Payable Bill ₹1,006.20

Case 2: 100 Units (Gruha Jyothi)

Zero Bill

Total Gross Bill Amount ₹1,006.20
Energy Subsidy (100 u × ₹5.80) -₹580.00
Fixed Charge Waiver (2 kW) -₹300.00
Tax & Surcharge Subsidy -₹126.20
Net Payable Bill ₹0.00

Case 3: 210 Units (>200u Cliff)

Subsidy Revoked

Energy: 210 units × ₹5.80 ₹1,218.00
Fixed Charge: 2 kW × ₹150 ₹300.00
Electricity Duty (9% of ₹1,218) ₹109.62
Surcharges: 210 u × ₹0.74 ₹155.40
Total Payable Bill ₹1,783.02

💡 Tips to Keep Your Monthly Usage Below the 200-Unit Gruha Jyothi Cap

1. Maintain Inverter ACs at 24°C–26°C: Setting temperature below 22°C significantly increases kilowatt-hour draw. Bangalore's temperate climate allows comfortable cooling at 25°C.

2. Water Heater (Geyser) Timers: Heating water accounts for 20%–30% of a domestic bill. Switch off geysers after 15–20 minutes instead of keeping them perpetually on.

3. Regular Smart Meter Inspections: Note your cumulative kWh reading around Day 15 and Day 25. If your consumption approaches 170 units, adjust heavy appliance usage to avoid the 200-unit cliff penalty.

4. Upgrade to 5-Star BLDC Appliances: Replacing standard fans and old refrigerator models with modern BLDC and inverter compressor units saves 30–50 units each month.

Frequently Asked Questions about BESCOM Bill

Under Gruha Jyothi, the Karnataka government calculates your personalized monthly entitlement by averaging your electricity consumption over the previous 12 months and adding a 10% seasonal buffer, capped at a maximum ceiling of 200 units. If your actual consumption in any billing month remains within your entitlement (and under 200 units), the state government pays your entire electricity bill, resulting in a ₹0 net payable invoice covering energy charges, fixed demand, and electricity tax.

Gruha Jyothi is a strict cliff subsidy rather than a telescopic concession. If your monthly meter reading exceeds 200 units by even a single kilowatt-hour (such as 201 units), you lose 100% of the subsidy benefit for that month. You must pay the full unsubsidized bill for all 201 units at the standard rate of ₹5.80 per unit, alongside monthly fixed demand charges (₹150 per kW) and the 9% state electricity tax.

Under earlier KERC tariff schedules, domestic consumers were billed across multiple tiers (0-50, 51-100, and 100+ units). KERC consolidated these tiers into a single uniform energy rate of ₹5.80 per unit for all domestic consumption under LT-1. This eliminated billing disputes, made meter verification transparent for consumers, and simplified subsidy settlement between the state government and regional electricity supply companies.

BESCOM bills fixed demand charges based on your meter sanctioned connected load in kilowatts. For domestic LT-1 connections, the fixed charge is ₹110 to ₹150 per kW per month. For example, a modern 3-BHK apartment with a sanctioned load of 4 kW incurs ₹600 per month in fixed demand charges alone, regardless of how many units are consumed, unless covered by the Gruha Jyothi zero-bill scheme.

FPPCA stands for Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment. It reflects fluctuations in thermal coal transport expenses, interstate transmission charges, and spot power exchange purchase prices incurred by BESCOM. KERC audits and revises FPPCA rates on a quarterly basis, typically adding 40 paise to 85 paise per unit to the baseline energy charge.

Yes. Tenants are fully eligible for Gruha Jyothi benefits provided they register on the Karnataka Seva Sindhu portal using their Aadhaar card, rental agreement or address proof, and the BESCOM Account ID displayed on the physical meter box. The state limits the subsidy to one electricity service connection per Aadhaar holder across Karnataka.

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This calculator provides an estimated electricity bill based on the latest tariff information available in our database. Actual bills may vary depending on taxes, subsidies, fixed charges, arrears, meter type, billing cycle, fuel adjustments, and other applicable charges.