How UPPCL Domestic Electricity Bills Are Calculated in Uttar Pradesh
In Uttar Pradesh, the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) categorizes residential domestic consumers under Rate Schedule LMV-1 (Domestic Light, Fan and Power). Monthly electricity bills are calculated using three mandatory components:
- Energy Charges: Computed using progressive telescopic slabs based on monthly kWh consumption.
- Fixed Demand Charges: Based on the sanctioned connected load (kW) registered on your meter.
- Electricity Duty: A statutory 5% state tax levied on total energy charges.
Official UPERC LMV-1 Domestic Tariff Rate Schedule (Urban vs. Rural)
| Category | Monthly Slab Range | Tariff Rate (₹/unit) | Fixed Monthly Charge | Electricity Duty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LMV-1 Urban (Domestic) | 0 – 150 Units | ₹5.50 / kWh | ₹110 / kW / month | 5% of Energy Charges |
| 151 – 300 Units | ₹6.00 / kWh | |||
| 301 – 500 Units | ₹6.50 / kWh | |||
| Above 500 Units | ₹7.00 / kWh | |||
| LMV-1 Rural (Metered) | 0 – 100 Units | ₹3.35 / kWh | ₹50 / kW / month | 5% of Energy Charges |
| 101 – 150 Units | ₹3.85 / kWh | |||
| 151 – 300 Units | ₹5.00 / kWh | |||
| Above 300 Units | ₹5.50 / kWh |
Worked Example 1: 150 Units on 1 kW Load (Urban)
Small 1-BHK Urban connection consuming 150 kWh in a billing month:
- • Energy Charge (0–150 u): 150 × ₹5.50 = ₹825.00
- • Fixed Charge: 1 kW × ₹110 = ₹110.00
- • 5% Electricity Duty: 5% of ₹825 = ₹41.25
- Total Monthly Bill: ₹976.25 (₹976)
Worked Example 2: 350 Units on 2 kW Load (Urban with AC)
Typical 2-BHK Urban connection consuming 350 kWh during summer:
- • Slab 1 (0–150 u): 150 × ₹5.50 = ₹825.00
- • Slab 2 (151–300 u): 150 × ₹6.00 = ₹900.00
- • Slab 3 (301–350 u): 50 × ₹6.50 = ₹325.00
- • Total Energy Charges: ₹2,050.00
- • Fixed Charge: 2 kW × ₹110 = ₹220.00
- • 5% Electricity Duty: 5% of ₹2,050 = ₹102.50
- Total Monthly Bill: ₹2,372.50 (₹2,373)
Uttar Pradesh DISCOMs Covered under UPERC LMV-1 Schedule
All 5 state distribution utilities operate under the identical UPERC tariff schedule. You can pay your bill and view your meter ledger at your respective official portal:
PVVNL (Paschimanchal)Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Bulandshahr
MVVNL (Madhyanchal)Lucknow, Bareilly, Ayodhya, Sitapur
DVVNL (Dakshinanchal)Agra, Aligarh, Mathura, Jhansi, Banda
PuVVNL (Purvanchal)Varanasi, Prayagraj, Gorakhpur, Mirzapur
KESCO (Kanpur Electricity)Kanpur Metropolitan Urban Area