UPCL Electricity Tariff Schedule & Bill Audit Guide (Historical Reference)
UPCL Domestic Category RTS-1 tariff structure (historical FY 2024–25 reference under UERC), demand charges, and Uttarakhand consumer bill audit guide. Current FY 2026–27 filing pending.
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Indicative baseline for Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd. pending official regulatory ingestion.
Tariff Filing Verification in Progress
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UPCL Domestic Tariff Structure (UERC RTS-1 Schedule Reference)
The Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) supplies electricity to over 2.7 million consumers across all 13 districts of Uttarakhand. Rates were approved by the Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) under the Retail Tariff Order for Domestic Category RTS-1 (FY 2024–25 reference).
Domestic LT Slabs & Energy Charges (Historical FY 2024–25 Reference)
| Monthly Consumption Slab (FY 2024–25 Schedule) | Energy Rate (₹/kWh, Historical Reference) | Fixed Charge (₹/kW/Month) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 100 Units (Lifeline / BPL) | ₹ 3.15 | ₹ 75.00 / kW |
| 101 – 200 Units | ₹ 4.55 | ₹ 75.00 / kW |
| 201 – 400 Units | ₹ 6.10 | ₹ 75.00 / kW |
| Above 400 Units | ₹ 6.75 | ₹ 75.00 / kW |
Snowbound & Hill Region Concessions
Consumers residing in notified snowbound and hilly regions of Uttarakhand (such as parts of Chamoli, Pithoragarh, and Uttarkashi) benefit from concessional fixed charges and specialized winter billing rules established by UERC.
UPCL Bill Audit Checklist for Consumers
Check these details on your UPCL bill:
- 13-Digit Service Connection ID: Located at the top of your physical or SMS bill.
- Sanctioned Load (kW): Ensure load is not recorded higher than contracted.
- Official Portal: View and pay bills at https://www.upcl.org. Toll-Free Helpline: 1912 / 1800-180-4185.
How Electricity Billing Works in UPCL (Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd.)
Approved Tariff Schedules, Connection Regulations & Consumer Guidelines issued by the UERC.
1. Domestic LT-1 Consumption Slabs & Energy Charges
The active residential record below is rendered directly from its verified versioned tariff data. Rates and slab boundaries are specific to this utility and category.
2. Fixed Monthly Connection Charges & State Electricity Taxes
Every monthly electricity bill issued by UPCL includes fixed infrastructure charges and government duties alongside your variable energy consumption:
- Sanctioned Load Fixed Charge: Charged per kilowatt (kW) or per connection per month to maintain local sub-stations and transformer distribution networks.
- State Electricity Duty: Tax collected on behalf of the Uttarakhand State Government, calculated as a percentage on the net energy bill.
- Fuel Adjustment Surcharges (FPPCA / FAC): Fluctuating fuel cost adjustments approved periodically by UERC.
3. Checking Your UPCL Bill & Online Payment Options
To check your live bill or pay your outstanding balance online, use your unique 10 to 12-digit Consumer Number (CA Number / Account ID) printed on your bill statement:
4. Consumer Grievance Redressal Mechanism
If your UPCL bill exhibits erroneous meter readings, disputed arrears, or uncredited subsidy payments, you can register a formal complaint with the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum (CGRF) or call the centralized consumer helpline at 1912.