BESCOM Bill Calculator — Karnataka

To simplify domestic tariffs (LT-2A), KERC merged slabs into a single flat rate of Rs. 5.80/unit. Fixed capacity charges were also adjusted to Rs. 145/kW to cover grid maintenance costs.

The surcharges include a pension & gratuity surcharge of 35 paise/unit, a quarterly variable Fuel Cost Adjustment (FPPCA), and a specific true-up charge of 56 paise/unit approved by KERC.

Gruha Jyothi waives the energy charges and capacity fixed charges for consumption up to 200 units. Any consumption exceeding 200 units renders the customer ineligible for the waiver in that month.

KERC approved a true-up charge of 56 paise per unit on BESCOM bills, effective May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027, to recover a revenue shortfall of roughly Rs. 2,000 crore from FY2024-25. It shows up as a separate FY25 True-Up Charges line.

Yes, a standard state electricity duty of 9% is applied to the cumulative total of your energy charges, fixed capacity charges, and all surcharges.

Sanctioned load is the maximum power capacity in kilowatts (kW) approved for your home. Fixed capacity charges are calculated as Rs. 145 multiplied by your sanctioned load in kW.

Yes, your average consumption of FY 2022-23 (plus 10% bonus) determines your customized Gruha Jyothi entitlement. You can check this average on the official BESCOM portal or your monthly bill statement.