🔌 Karnataka Electricity Bill Calculator
BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company) - Current slab tariff rates
First 30 units free for BPL households
| Consumption range | Rate per unit |
|---|---|
| 0-30 units | Free (BPL) |
| 31-100 units | Rs. 4.90/unit |
| 101-200 units | Rs. 6.80/unit |
| 201-500 units | Rs. 7.95/unit |
| 500+ units | Rs. 8.50/unit |
| Fixed charge | Rs. 50/month |
100 units
Rs. 380
approx/month
200 units
Rs. 1,000
approx/month
300 units
Rs. 1,840
approx/month
500 units
Rs. 3,430
approx/month
Calculate your Karnataka electricity bill
BESCOM - First 30 units free (BPL households). Rates effective Apr 2024.
Estimated Monthly Bill
₹1,127
200 units - Avg ₹5.63/unit
Bill breakdown
Monthly bill
₹1,127
Quarterly
₹3,381
Annual estimate
₹13,524
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.
Karnataka Electricity - Key Facts
- -BESCOM serves Bangalore and 5 surrounding districts - over 80 lakh consumers
- -BPL (Below Poverty Line) households get first 30 units free
- -BESCOM has one of the highest per-unit rates in India beyond 200 units
- -Solar net metering available - export rate is approximately Rs. 3.50/unit
- -Smart prepaid meters being rolled out in Bangalore from 2024
- -Average Bangalore household uses 150-250 units/month
FAQs - Karnataka Electricity Bill
What are the current electricity tariff slabs in Karnataka?▾
Karnataka (BESCOM) residential tariff: 0-30 units: Free (BPL), 31-100 units: Rs. 4.90/unit, 101-200 units: Rs. 6.80/unit, 201-500 units: Rs. 7.95/unit, 500+ units: Rs. 8.50/unit. Fixed charge: Rs. 50/month. Note: First 30 units free for BPL households.
How do I calculate my electricity bill in Karnataka?▾
Calculate Karnataka electricity bill: (1) Apply slab rates progressively to your units consumed. (2) Add fixed charge of Rs. 50/month. (3) Add electricity duty (approximately 5-6%). The first slab rate applies only to units in that range, not all units. Use the calculator above for an instant estimate.
Who is the electricity provider in Karnataka?▾
Karnataka electricity is distributed by BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company). BESCOM serves Bangalore and 5 surrounding districts - over 80 lakh consumers