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Gujarat Electricity Bill Calculator

Gujarat GUVNL bill calculator based on published tariff schedules; verify against your bill. FPPPA fuel surcharge + 15% duty for DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL.

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DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL, Torrent Power • Monthly Cycle

GJ Tariff
For monthly period
Units
Presets:
Connected capacity
Estimated Total Bill Monthly
Net Amount Payable
₹1,599
Effective Rate: ₹8.00 / unit
Base Energy Charges: ₹768
Fixed / Demand Charges: ₹40
Electricity Duty (15%): ₹207
Fuel Surcharge (FAC): ₹570

FPPPA (Fuel Price and Power Purchase Adjustment) charge is significant in Gujarat (~₹2.85/unit).

Gujarat Tariff Slab Schedule (FY 2026-27)

Published domestic (LT-1) telescopic rates and application rules

Cycle: Monthly
Consumption Tier (Units) Rate (₹/kWh) Billing Basis Application & Policy Details
0 – 50 units ₹3.20 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 0 – 50 units bracket.
51 – 100 units ₹3.65 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 51 – 100 units bracket.
101 – 250 units ₹4.25 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 101 – 250 units bracket.
Above 251 units ₹5.20 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the Above 251 units bracket.
Fixed Charges: ₹40/kW per month connected load
Electricity Duty: 15% statutory state electricity duty
Meter Rent: ₹15/month standard utility meter fee
Tariff Schedule Notice: Tariff rates, telescopic slab thresholds, and fixed demand charges displayed in this table are representative figures based on general published regulatory structures. They may not reflect the exact active tariff order, recent fuel surcharge adjustments (FPPCA/FAC), or seasonal revisions in your distribution circle. Please check your physical DISCOM bill or verify with your local utility (DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL, Torrent Power) for exact applicable charges.

How Gujarat (DGVCL) Bills You

Understanding slabs, billing cycles, subsidies, and non-tariff exclusions

Electricity distribution and tariffs in Gujarat are regulated by the Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC). The state holding entity Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) distributes power through four state utilities: DGVCL (Dakshin Gujarat), MGVCL (Madhya Gujarat), PGVCL (Paschim Gujarat), and UGVCL (Uttar Gujarat), alongside private licensee Torrent Power Limited in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Surat.

Residential consumers (RGPR Category) are billed on a monthly billing cycle using progressive telescopic slabs: 0 to 50 units at ₹3.20/unit; 51 to 100 units at ₹3.65/unit; 101 to 250 units at ₹4.25/unit; and consumption above 250 units at ₹5.20/unit.

A critical component of electricity billing in Gujarat is the Fuel Price and Power Purchase Adjustment (FPPPA). FPPPA is levied on every unit of power consumed (typically ranging from ₹2.50 to ₹3.00 per unit depending on quarterly GERC determinations). In addition, consumers pay monthly Fixed Charges (₹40/kW of connected load) and a 15% Gujarat State Electricity Duty on the total energy and fixed bill.

What is NOT included in this standard estimate: This model computes standard GUVNL RGPR residential tariffs. Torrent Power customers operate under a distinct tariff schedule. Actual bills may reflect previous cycle arrears, delayed payment charges, or solar net-metering banking adjustments.

Worked Example: 200 Units Bill Calculation

Detailed walk-through of how telescopic slabs and charges are applied

Illustrative Calculation Scenario

Residential home in Vadodara (MGVCL) consuming 200 units in a monthly billing cycle with 2 kW connected load

Total Units 200 Units (monthly (30 days))
• Slab 1 (Units 0–50): 50 units × ₹3.20 = ₹160.00 • Slab 2 (Units 51–100): 50 units × ₹3.65 = ₹182.50 • Slab 3 (Units 101–200): 100 units × ₹4.25 = ₹425.00 • Base Energy Charges: ₹767.50 • FPPPA Fuel Surcharge (200 units @ ~₹2.85/unit): ₹570.00 • Fixed Demand Charges (2 kW @ ₹40/kW): ₹80.00 • Subtotal before Duty: ₹1,417.50 • Gujarat Electricity Duty (15% on total): ₹212.63 • Net Payable Bill: ₹1,630.00 (Illustrative Total)
Illustrative Calculation Total: ₹1,630
Illustrative Note: Rates and FPPPA surcharges shown are representative benchmarks of GERC GUVNL RGPR schedules and may not reflect the latest quarterly adjustments. Fuel surcharges (FPPPA) change frequently; confirm active rate cards and FPPPA notifications directly with your DISCOM (DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL, or Torrent Power).

Frequently Asked Questions (Gujarat Electricity)

Common consumer questions on rates, slabs, cycles, and subsidies

How is electricity billed under GUVNL in Gujarat?
Residential consumers in Gujarat under GUVNL DISCOMs (DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL) are billed on monthly telescopic slabs: 0–50 units at ₹3.20/unit, 51–100 units at ₹3.65/unit, 101–250 units at ₹4.25/unit, and above 250 units at ₹5.20/unit, plus fixed demand fees, FPPPA fuel surcharges, and 15% state electricity duty.
What is the FPPPA charge in a Gujarat electricity bill?
FPPPA (Fuel Price and Power Purchase Adjustment) is a variable surcharge levied per unit (~₹2.85/unit) by GUVNL and Torrent Power to recover fuel and power procurement costs. It often accounts for a substantial portion of the total energy charge.
How much does 200 units cost in Gujarat?
For 200 units under GUVNL, the bill comprises telescopic energy slab charges, FPPPA fuel surcharge (which varies quarterly), fixed demand charges, and 15% state electricity duty. Use the interactive Gujarat electricity bill calculator above to calculate the exact total based on prevailing fuel surcharge and load parameters.
Which distribution companies operate in Gujarat?
Gujarat state is served by four state DISCOMs under GUVNL: DGVCL (South Gujarat - Surat/Navsari), MGVCL (Central Gujarat - Vadodara/Anand), PGVCL (Saurashtra/Kutch - Rajkot/Bhavnagar), and UGVCL (North Gujarat - Mehsana/Patan). Private utility Torrent Power supplies Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Surat city.
How can I pay my Gujarat electricity bill online?
You can view and pay your electricity bill through the official GUVNL portal (guvnl.com) or individual DISCOM portals (e.g. dgvcl.com, ugvcl.com) using your 11-digit Consumer Number.
How is the electricity bill calculated from a meter reading in Gujarat?
Subtract your previous meter reading from your current reading to determine total units consumed. Allocate units across Gujarat's progressive slabs, add monthly fixed demand charges (if applicable), apply fuel adjustment surcharges, and add state electricity duty.
What is the billing cycle in Gujarat?
Electricity in Gujarat is billed on a monthly cycle (bills generated every month / 30 days) by DGVCL, MGVCL, PGVCL, UGVCL, Torrent Power.
What is the difference between domestic and commercial tariffs in Gujarat?
Residential domestic connections receive subsidized telescopic slab rates starting at ₹3.20/unit, whereas commercial shops and establishments are billed under separate non-domestic commercial tariff schedules with higher fixed demand fees.
How do I view or pay my official Gujarat electricity bill online?
Official bill payments, payment history, and connection inquiries can be accessed directly at the official DGVCL consumer portal (https://www.guvnl.com) or by calling the toll-free electricity helpline at 19122.

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