FY 2025-26 · State DISCOM tariff

Karnataka Electricity Bill Calculator

Estimate your monthly electricity bill in Karnataka using current slab tariffs. Enter your units consumed to see the exact bill with a slab-wise breakdown, including the ₹50 fixed monthly charge.

₹528Bill at 100 units
₹2070Bill at 300 units
₹50Fixed charge/month
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Calculate Your Karnataka Electricity Bill

Your bill is charged in tiers: higher usage moves into higher-rate slabs. A ₹50 fixed charge applies each month.

Karnataka Electricity Slab Rates (2025-26)

Units ConsumedRate per unit
First 30 units₹3.30/unit
31–100 units₹5.45/unit
101–200 units₹7.10/unit
201–500 units₹8.35/unit
Above 500 units₹9.00/unit
Fixed charge (per month)₹50

Karnataka Electricity Bill , Sample Amounts

Monthly UsageApprox. Bill (incl. fixed charge)
100 units₹528
300 units₹2,070
500 units₹3,740
1000 units₹8,240

Estimates exclude fuel-cost adjustment, electricity duty and taxes, which vary by DISCOM and billing cycle.

About Electricity Distribution in Karnataka

Distribution: Bangalore Electricity Supply Company & 4 other DISCOMs Regulator: KERC (Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission) State Capital: Bengaluru Fixed Charge: ₹50/month (single-phase up to 5 kW) Fuel Charges: Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) per KERC orders Tariff Year: FY 2025-26

Frequently Asked Questions , Karnataka Electricity Bill

What is the current electricity rate in Karnataka?
The residential tariff in Karnataka is set by KERC (Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission). The current slabs range from ₹3.30/unit (first slab) to ₹9.00/unit (highest slab). Fixed charge: ₹50/month (single-phase up to 5 kW).
Which is the electricity board in Karnataka?
The electricity distribution in Karnataka is handled by <strong>Bangalore Electricity Supply Company & 4 other DISCOMs</strong> under the regulatory oversight of KERC (Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission).
How is the electricity bill calculated in Karnataka?
Your bill = Energy charges (units × applicable slab rate) + Fixed charge (₹50/month (single-phase up to 5 kW)). Slabs are progressive , only units in each band attract that band's rate. Fuel Cost Adjustment (FCA) per KERC orders.
What is the fixed charge in Karnataka electricity bill?
The fixed/demand charge is ₹50/month (single-phase up to 5 kW). This is payable every month regardless of consumption and covers grid maintenance costs.
Are there free units in Karnataka?
First 0-30 units at ₹3.30 , Gruha Jyothi scheme gives 200 units FREE to eligible households from 2023. Always check with your local BESCOM / MESCOM / HESCOM / GESCOM / CESC office or the KERC (Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission) website for the latest subsidy schemes.