Jharkhand Electricity Bill Calculator

JBVNL distributes electricity across Jharkhand under JSERC regulation.

Rates per JSERC Tariff Order FY 2025-26 · Last verified 2026-08-03

Quick Presets
units
Total kWh consumed in one monthly billing cycle.
How Billing Works
  • Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) serves the state under JSERC regulation.
  • Monthly telescopic slabs with ₹40/month fixed charge.
  • Rates range from ₹4.15/unit (0–100) to ₹7.85/unit above 500 units.

Total Bill (Estimate)

₹1,015.00

Effective rate: ₹5.08/unit · 200 units

SlabUnitsRate (₹/unit)Amount
0 – 1001004.15₹415.00
101 – 2001005.60₹560.00
Energy Charges₹975.00
Fixed Charges₹40.00
Total Bill₹1,015.00
Estimate only. Verify against your official JBVNL bill. Rates per JSERC Tariff Order FY 2025-26. Source: JSERC.

JSERC Domestic LT Tariff (JBVNL)

Slab RangeEnergy Charge
0 – 100₹4.15/unit
101 – 200₹5.60/unit
201 – 300₹6.45/unit
301 – 500₹7.25/unit
Above 500₹7.85/unit
JSERC Tariff Order FY 2025-26

Additional Charges

ChargeDomestic RateApplies When
Fixed Charges₹40/monthDomestic LT

Worked Examples

Example: 250 units

Typical Ranchi household monthly bill.

  1. 1.0–100: ₹415
  2. 2.101–200: ₹560
  3. 3.201–250: ₹322.50
  4. 4.Energy ₹1,297.50 + Fixed ₹40

Total Bill: ₹1,337.50

How JBVNL Calculates Domestic Bills

  • Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (JBVNL) serves the state under JSERC regulation.
  • Monthly telescopic slabs with ₹40/month fixed charge.
  • Rates range from ₹4.15/unit (0–100) to ₹7.85/unit above 500 units.

Key Billing Terms

Energy Charges
The cost of electricity consumed, calculated by multiplying units (kWh) by applicable slab rates.
Fixed Charges
A recurring charge for maintaining the distribution connection, often based on sanctioned load or a flat monthly fee.
Telescopic Slabs
Each unit is priced in sequence from the lowest slab upward until total consumption is covered.
Electricity Duty
A state government tax levied as a percentage of energy charges.
FAC (Fuel Adjustment Charge)
A variable surcharge to account for changes in fuel and power purchase costs.
Meter Rent
A fee for the electricity meter, though many domestic consumers are exempt.

Tips to Reduce Your Bill

  • JBVNL is the sole DISCOM in Jharkhand
  • Bills are issued monthly — enter monthly consumption

About JBVNL

JBVNL distributes electricity across Jharkhand under JSERC regulation.

Independent estimator — not affiliated with JBVNL.

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Who Is This Calculator For?

  • Jharkhand homeowners and tenants under JBVNL
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Use

About the Jharkhand Electricity Bill Calculator

What it calculates

Estimates Jharkhand domestic bills for JBVNL under JSERC monthly telescopic tariffs.

When to use it

Use when verifying JBVNL bills or budgeting household electricity in Ranchi and other Jharkhand cities.

Example

At 250 units: telescopic JSERC slabs + ₹40 fixed charge.

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