⚡ West Bengal Electricity Bill Calculator
WBSEDCL (West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company) - Current slab tariff rates
| Consumption range | Rate per unit |
|---|---|
| 0-25 units | Rs. 3.59/unit |
| 26-75 units | Rs. 4.47/unit |
| 76-150 units | Rs. 5.26/unit |
| 151-300 units | Rs. 6.11/unit |
| 300+ units | Rs. 6.61/unit |
| Fixed charge | Rs. 75/month |
100 units
Rs. 520
approx/month
200 units
Rs. 1,080
approx/month
300 units
Rs. 1,690
approx/month
500 units
Rs. 2,910
approx/month
Calculate your West Bengal electricity bill
WBSEDCL - LV-A (residential). Rates 2023-24.
Estimated Monthly Bill
₹1,142
200 units - Avg ₹5.71/unit
Bill breakdown
Monthly bill
₹1,142
Quarterly
₹3,426
Annual estimate
₹13,704
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.
West Bengal Electricity - Key Facts
- -WBSEDCL serves rural and semi-urban West Bengal; Kolkata is served by CESC (separate utility)
- -CESC (Kolkata) rates differ from WBSEDCL - Kolkata consumers should check CESC website
- -West Bengal has one of the more granular 5-slab tariff systems in India
- -Fixed charge of Rs. 75/month is relatively low compared to Maharashtra (Rs. 130)
- -West Bengal has significant rural electrification under Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Yojana
- -Howrah, Asansol, Durgapur, Siliguri are major non-Kolkata urban centers served by WBSEDCL
West Bengal electricity bill by units consumed
| Units/month | Energy charge | Approx. total bill |
|---|---|---|
| 50 units | ₹202 | ₹277 |
| 100 units | ₹445 | ₹520 |
| 150 units | ₹708 | ₹783 |
| 200 units | ₹1,013 | ₹1,088 |
| 250 units (typical) | ₹1,319 | ₹1,394 |
| 300 units | ₹1,624 | ₹1,699 |
| 400 units | ₹2,285 | ₹2,360 |
| 500 units | ₹2,946 | ₹3,021 |
Computed from WBSEDCL slab rates plus the Rs. 75/month fixed charge. Approximate — before electricity duty. A typical 250-unit household pays about ₹1,394/month, or ₹16,725 a year.
What each appliance costs to run in West Bengal
| Appliance | Units/month | Monthly cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1.5-ton AC (~6 hrs/day, summer) | 270 | ₹1,650 |
| Refrigerator (double-door) (running 24×7) | 55 | ₹336 |
| Geyser (2 kW) (~45 min/day) | 45 | ₹275 |
| Ceiling fan (×3) (~10 hrs/day) | 60 | ₹367 |
| Washing machine (~5 loads/week) | 20 | ₹122 |
| LED TV + set-top box (~5 hrs/day) | 25 | ₹153 |
Costed at West Bengal's marginal rate of ₹6.11/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 - West Bengal Electricity Bill
What are the current electricity tariff slabs in West Bengal?▾
West Bengal (WBSEDCL) residential tariff: 0-25 units: Rs. 3.59/unit, 26-75 units: Rs. 4.47/unit, 76-150 units: Rs. 5.26/unit, 151-300 units: Rs. 6.11/unit, 300+ units: Rs. 6.61/unit. Fixed charge: Rs. 75/month.
What is a typical monthly electricity bill in West Bengal?▾
In West Bengal, a typical household using 250 units/month pays about ₹1,394. A smaller 2BHK using ~150 units costs roughly ₹783, while a larger 3BHK using ~350 units runs about ₹2,030. Over a year, 250 units/month adds up to about ₹16,725. These are estimates before any electricity duty.
How much does it cost to run a 1.5-ton AC in West Bengal?▾
A 1.5-ton AC run about 6 hours a day draws roughly 270 units a month. At West Bengal's marginal rate of ₹6.11/unit (the slab most households top out in), that adds about ₹1,650 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 West Bengal?▾
Apply the slab rates progressively — each rate covers only the units within that band, not all units. Then add the fixed charge of Rs. 75/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 West Bengal?▾
The biggest levers in West Bengal 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. Keeping monthly usage under the next slab threshold avoids the steep higher-slab rates.
Is rooftop solar worth it in West Bengal?▾
For higher-consumption homes in West Bengal, rooftop solar usually pays back in 4–6 years because it offsets units billed at the highest slab rate (₹6.11/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 West Bengal?▾
West Bengal electricity is distributed by WBSEDCL (West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company). WBSEDCL serves rural and semi-urban West Bengal; Kolkata is served by CESC (separate utility)