🏙️ Delhi Electricity Bill Calculator
BSES Rajdhani / BSES Yamuna / TPDDL - Current slab tariff rates
200 units at Rs. 3/unit (subsidized). 0 units if ≤200 units - zero bill scheme
| Consumption range | Rate per unit |
|---|---|
| 0-200 units | Rs. 3.00/unit (subsidized) |
| 201-400 units | Rs. 4.50/unit |
| 401-600 units | Rs. 6.50/unit |
| 601-800 units | Rs. 7.00/unit |
| 800+ units | Rs. 8.00/unit |
| Fixed charge | Rs. 125/month |
100 units
Rs. 0 (zero bill scheme)
approx/month
200 units
Rs. 0 (zero bill scheme)
approx/month
300 units
Rs. 750
approx/month
500 units
Rs. 1,780
approx/month
Calculate your Delhi electricity bill
BSES / TPDDL - 0-200 units subsidized @ ₹3/unit. Rates 2024-25.
Estimated Monthly Bill
₹761
200 units - Avg ₹3.81/unit
Bill breakdown
Monthly bill
₹761
Quarterly
₹2,283
Annual estimate
₹9,132
Tips to reduce your bill
- - Switch to 5-star BEE-rated appliances - they use 30-50% less electricity
- - Use LED bulbs (7W LED = 60W incandescent in brightness)
- - Set AC to 24-26 degrees C - each degree below 24 increases consumption ~6%
- - Avoid peak hours (6-10 PM) if your DISCOM has time-of-use tariffs
- - A 1kW solar rooftop panel generates ~100-120 units/month in India
Rates are approximate and may vary by consumer category, load sanctioned, and recent tariff orders. Check your DISCOM website or latest electricity bill for exact rates. Electricity duty and other levies vary by state.
Delhi Electricity - Key Facts
- -Delhi's 'Zero Bill Scheme': if you consume 200 units or less, you pay nothing after the subsidy
- -Consumers using 201-400 units get Rs. 800/month subsidy, reducing effective bill significantly
- -South and West Delhi served by BSES Rajdhani; East and Central by BSES Yamuna; North and North-West by TPDDL
- -Delhi has one of the most heavily subsidized power sectors in India
- -Power cuts are rare in Delhi compared to other Indian cities - 24x7 supply commitment
- -Delhi's electricity duties are 5% (lower than most states)
Delhi electricity bill by units consumed
| Units/month | Energy charge | Approx. total bill |
|---|---|---|
| 50 units | ₹150 | ₹275 |
| 100 units | ₹300 | ₹425 |
| 150 units | ₹450 | ₹575 |
| 200 units | ₹600 | ₹725 |
| 250 units (typical) | ₹825 | ₹950 |
| 300 units | ₹1,050 | ₹1,175 |
| 400 units | ₹1,500 | ₹1,625 |
| 500 units | ₹2,150 | ₹2,275 |
Computed from BSES Rajdhani / BSES Yamuna / TPDDL slab rates plus the Rs. 125/month fixed charge. Approximate — before electricity duty. A typical 250-unit household pays about ₹950/month, or ₹11,400 a year.
What each appliance costs to run in Delhi
| Appliance | Units/month | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5-ton AC (~6 hrs/day, summer) | 270 | ₹1,215 |
| Refrigerator (double-door) (running 24×7) | 55 | ₹248 |
| Geyser (2 kW) (~45 min/day) | 45 | ₹203 |
| Ceiling fan (×3) (~10 hrs/day) | 60 | ₹270 |
| Washing machine (~5 loads/week) | 20 | ₹90 |
| LED TV + set-top box (~5 hrs/day) | 25 | ₹113 |
Costed at Delhi's marginal rate of ₹4.5/unit — the slab most households top out in. Cooling and water heating dominate the bill, so those are where efficiency upgrades pay back fastest.
FAQs - Delhi Electricity Bill
What are the current electricity tariff slabs in Delhi?▾
Delhi (BSES Rajdhani / BSES Yamuna / TPDDL) residential tariff: 0-200 units: Rs. 3.00/unit (subsidized), 201-400 units: Rs. 4.50/unit, 401-600 units: Rs. 6.50/unit, 601-800 units: Rs. 7.00/unit, 800+ units: Rs. 8.00/unit. Fixed charge: Rs. 125/month. Note: 200 units at Rs. 3/unit (subsidized). 0 units if ≤200 units - zero bill scheme.
What is a typical monthly electricity bill in Delhi?▾
In Delhi, a typical household using 250 units/month pays about ₹950. A smaller 2BHK using ~150 units costs roughly ₹575, while a larger 3BHK using ~350 units runs about ₹1,400. Over a year, 250 units/month adds up to about ₹11,400. These are estimates before any electricity duty.
How much does it cost to run a 1.5-ton AC in Delhi?▾
A 1.5-ton AC run about 6 hours a day draws roughly 270 units a month. At Delhi's marginal rate of ₹4.5/unit (the slab most households top out in), that adds about ₹1,215 to your monthly bill. Using a 5-star inverter AC and setting it to 26°C can cut this by 20–30%.
How do I calculate my electricity bill in Delhi?▾
Apply the slab rates progressively — each rate covers only the units within that band, not all units. Then add the fixed charge of Rs. 125/month, plus electricity duty (usually 5–6%). The calculator above does this automatically for your exact units.
How can I reduce my electricity bill in Delhi?▾
The biggest levers in Delhi are cooling and water heating. Move to 5-star inverter appliances, set the AC to 26°C, use a timer on the geyser, and switch to LED lighting. Because 200 units at rs. 3/unit (subsidized). 0 units if ≤200 units - zero bill scheme, staying under the free/subsidised slab makes a big difference. Keeping monthly usage under the next slab threshold avoids the steep higher-slab rates.
Is rooftop solar worth it in Delhi?▾
For higher-consumption homes in Delhi, rooftop solar usually pays back in 4–6 years because it offsets units billed at the highest slab rate (₹4.5/unit here). Check your DISCOM's net-metering policy for the current solar export rate. The PM Surya Ghar scheme also offers a central subsidy on residential rooftop solar.
Who is the electricity provider in Delhi?▾
Delhi electricity is distributed by BSES Rajdhani / BSES Yamuna / TPDDL. Delhi's 'Zero Bill Scheme': if you consume 200 units or less, you pay nothing after the subsidy