Everything You Need to Know About BESCOM and Electricity Bills
BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company) is the primary electricity provider for Bengaluru and surrounding districts. BESCOM is a state-owned company under Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL).
What are the areas covered by BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company)?
The following districts are covered by BESCOM for electricity distribution
- Bengaluru Urban
- Bengaluru Rural
- Kolar
- Tumkur
- Ramanagara
- Chikkaballapura
- Chitradurga
What are the services provided by BESCOM?
BESCOM provides multiple services including
- Electricity distribution: Providing reliable power supply to residential, commercial and industrial consumers under its jurisdiction
- Billing and Payment Services: Taking regular meter readings and generating online electricity bills, with delivery via email, SMS, or physical copies to consumers
- New Connections and Load Management: Facilitating the application process for new electricity connections, modification of sanctioned load based on consumer requirements and provision of temporary power supply for events, construction activities, etc.
- Outage Management and Power Restoration: Addressing power supply issues, including transformer faults, cable damages, and grid issues and updating consumers about scheduled maintenance and expected power cuts
- Energy Efficiency and Consumer Awareness Programs: Promoting energy conservation through awareness campaigns and offering energy-saving tips and guidance on efficient electricity use
- Infrastructure Development: Establishing new substations, upgrading existing infrastructure, and enhancing grid reliability including introduction of smart meters for better consumption tracking and transparency.
- Environmental Conservation Services: Setting up EV charging stations to support Bangalore’s transition to electric mobility and assisting consumers with grid-connected rooftop solar installations under Karnataka’s solar policies.
How often does BESCOM generate bills?
BESCOM follows a monthly billing cycle, with meter readings taken once a month. Usually, the bill for every month is generated by the 6th of the next month
How are BESCOM bill charges calculated?
BESCOM bill charges contain three parts
- Fixed charges: Minimum bill amount to be paid based on the sanctioned load. Currently, the fixed charges for residential connections are Rs 120 per KW (kilowatt) upto 50KW load. A typical sanctioned load for a residential BESCOM connection is usually between 3kW and 5kW for a 2 or 3 BHK apartment.
- Usage charges: Rate per unit charged. The current rate is 590 paise per KWh (kilowatt-hour) of usage for residential connections
- Additional Charges: Taxes, cess, and any arrears
What details does a BESCOM bill contain?
A BESCOM bill includes
- Name of the owner
- Address of the property
- Electricity connection details including the connection account number
- Electricity usage amounts
- Charges for the month based on the bill
- Any arrears
Can electricity bills be used as Proof of Property Ownership?
In India, electricity bills can serve as an address proof but are not acceptable as a primary document for property ownership. However, when combined with sale deeds or rental agreements, BESCOM electricity bills can strengthen ownership claims, especially in cases of dispute. Banks often ask for electricity bills as part of the property documentation. If you have purchased a property, make sure you get your name linked to the BESCOM electricity meter.
BESCOM stands as a vital pillar of Bangalore’s infrastructure, ensuring the seamless distribution of electricity to millions of households, businesses, and industries. Beyond being a simple utility bill, BESCOM’s electricity bills hold practical value as supplementary documents for property ownership verification and as essential proof for various administrative processes. By maintaining a consistent and efficient approach to billing and service delivery, BESCOM not only powers homes and businesses but also plays an integral role in the administrative and legal landscape of Bangalore.
