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Punjab (India) Electricity Bill Calculator — PSPCL Tariff 2026

Punjab PSPCL bi-monthly bill calculator based on published tariff schedules; verify against your bill. 300 free units/month allowance and PSERC slab tiers.

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PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited) • Bi-Monthly Cycle

PB Tariff
For bi-monthly period
Units
Presets:
Connected capacity
Estimated Total Bill Bi-Monthly
Net Amount Payable
₹6,045
Effective Rate: ₹8.64 / unit
Base Energy Charges: ₹5,049
Fixed / Demand Charges: ₹190
Electricity Duty (13%): ₹692
Fuel Surcharge (FAC): ₹84

Punjab Government provides 300 free units per month (600 bi-monthly) for all domestic consumers.

Punjab Tariff Slab Schedule (FY 2026-27)

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

Cycle: Bi-Monthly
Consumption Tier (Units) Rate (₹/kWh) Billing Basis Application & Policy Details
0 – 100 units ₹4.19 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 0 – 100 units bracket.
101 – 300 units ₹6.64 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 101 – 300 units bracket.
301 – 500 units ₹7.75 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the 301 – 500 units bracket.
Above 501 units ₹8.76 Telescopic Slab Applied progressively to units consumed within the Above 501 units bracket.
Fixed Charges: ₹95/kW per month connected load
Electricity Duty: 13% 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 (PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited)) for exact applicable charges.

How Punjab (PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited)) Bills You

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

Electricity distribution throughout Punjab is managed by the state utility Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) under regulatory framework established by the Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PSERC).

PSPCL operates primarily on a bi-monthly billing cycle for residential consumers, recording meter readings every two months.

Under standard PSERC domestic tariff schedules, energy is billed on progressive telescopic slabs: 0 to 100 units at ₹4.19/unit; 101 to 300 units at ₹6.64/unit; 301 to 500 units at ₹7.75/unit; and above 500 units at ₹8.76/unit. Standard bills also include Fixed Charges of ₹95 per kilowatt (kW) of sanctioned load per month, alongside a 13% State Electricity Duty / Infrastructure Cess.

Under the Punjab Government's domestic electricity subsidy policy, eligible residential households receive 300 free units per month (600 units per bi-monthly cycle). Consumers whose consumption remains within this limit receive a zero-amount bill. Consumers should confirm their active eligibility and meter category directly on the official PSPCL portal.

What is NOT included in this standard estimate: This model computes standard domestic tariffs. Official utility bills may include past unpaid arrears, municipal taxes, security deposit installments, or non-residential commercial tariff rates.

Worked Example: 700 Units Bill Calculation

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

Illustrative Calculation Scenario

Residential home in Ludhiana (PSPCL) consuming 700 units in a 60-day bi-monthly billing period with 3 kW sanctioned load (exceeding 600-unit allowance)

Total Units 700 Units (bi-monthly (60 days))
• When bi-monthly consumption exceeds the 600-unit free allowance (300 units/month), standard PSERC telescopic slabs, bi-monthly fixed charges (₹95/kW/month), and 13% statutory duty apply. • Enter 700 units and 3 kW load in the interactive Punjab calculator above to see the exact itemized breakdown and net bill amount.
Illustrative Calculation Total: Use the interactive calculator above for exact amount
Illustrative Note: Rates, charges, and subsidy thresholds shown are representative of published tariff structures and may not reflect the exact current order. Confirm with PSPCL before relying on this for bill disputes. Subsidy rules and over-consumption forfeiture mechanisms should be confirmed directly with PSPCL.

Frequently Asked Questions (Punjab Electricity)

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

How does the 300 free units electricity scheme work in Punjab?
Under the Punjab Government welfare scheme, domestic consumers under PSPCL receive up to 300 free units per month (which equals 600 free units for standard 60-day bi-monthly billing). If domestic consumption stays within this limit, the consumer receives a zero-rupee bill (₹0). Exceeding the allowance makes the full consumption payable under standard PSERC tariff slabs.
Is Punjab electricity billed monthly or bi-monthly?
PSPCL bills standard domestic consumers on a 60-day bi-monthly billing cycle. Slabs and free power thresholds are scaled accordingly for the two-month period.
What are the electricity slab rates in Punjab under PSPCL?
Standard PSERC domestic telescopic rates are: 0–100 units at ₹4.19/unit, 101–300 units at ₹6.64/unit, 301–500 units at ₹7.75/unit, and above 500 units at ₹8.76/unit, plus ₹95/kW monthly fixed charges, FAC, and 13% electricity duty / infrastructure cess.
How much is 400 units bi-monthly in Punjab?
For 400 units bi-monthly under PSPCL, because consumption is within the 600-unit bi-monthly allowance, eligible domestic consumers receive a ₹0 net bill under the state subsidy scheme.
How do I pay my PSPCL electricity bill online?
You can view and pay your Punjab power bill online through the official PSPCL portal (pspcl.in) or PSPCL Consumer App using your 10-digit Account Number.
How is the electricity bill calculated from a meter reading in Punjab?
Subtract your previous meter reading from your current reading to determine total units consumed. Allocate units across Punjab'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 Punjab?
Electricity in Punjab is billed on a bi-monthly cycle (bills generated every 2 months / 60 days) by PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited).
What is the difference between domestic and commercial tariffs in Punjab?
Residential domestic connections receive subsidized telescopic slab rates starting at ₹4.19/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 Punjab electricity bill online?
Official bill payments, payment history, and connection inquiries can be accessed directly at the official PSPCL (Punjab State Power Corporation Limited) consumer portal (https://pspcl.in) or by calling the toll-free electricity helpline at 1912.

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