⚡ West Bengal Bijli Bill — Quick Answer
West Bengal domestic electricity uses a 4-slab WBERC tariff: first 100 units at ₹4.10/unit, next 100 units (101–200) at ₹5.60/unit, units 201–400 at ₹7.50/unit, and above 400 units at ₹10.00/unit. Your total bill adds a ₹45 fixed charge, ₹15 meter rent, ₹0.18 FAC per unit, and 5% electricity duty. Use the calculator below for an instant result.
West Bengal Bijli Bill Calculator 2026
Enter your monthly units (kWh). The calculator applies the official WBERC 2026 slab rates and shows a full breakdown with charts. Edit slabs to test custom scenarios.
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WBSEDCL Tariff 2026 — All West Bengal districts
Your Bill Breakdown
Slab-wise charge summary with all components
Bill Breakdown Charts
Which DISCOM Serves Your Area in West Bengal?
West Bengal electricity is distributed by two major utilities. WBSEDCL covers most of the state, while CESC serves Kolkata city. Both follow WBERC-approved tariff structures for 2026.
WBSEDCL — WB State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd.
Covers all of West Bengal except Kolkata city — including Siliguri, Durgapur, Asansol, Howrah districts, North Bengal, South Bengal rural areas and all smaller towns and villages.
CESC — Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation
Serves Kolkata city and surrounding areas including Howrah (parts), Hooghly (parts), and 24 Parganas (parts). CESC is a private utility with its own WBERC-approved tariff.
West Bengal Electricity Tariff 2026 — WBSEDCL Domestic & Commercial
Official WBERC-approved rates for 2025–26. CESC (Kolkata) rates may differ — check your bill or cesc.co.in for exact figures.
🏠 Domestic Slab Rates — WBSEDCL 2026
| Units / Month (kWh) | Rate (₹/unit) | Slab Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 100 units | ₹4.10/unit | Max ₹410 for this slab |
| 101 – 200 units | ₹5.60/unit | Max ₹560 for this slab |
| 201 – 400 units | ₹7.50/unit | Max ₹1,500 for this slab |
| Above 400 units | ₹10.00/unit | Unlimited — highest slab |
📋 Additional Fixed Charges
| Charge | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Monthly Charge | ₹45/month | Regardless of consumption |
| Meter Rent | ₹15/month | Standard single-phase meter |
| Fuel Adjustment Charge (FAC) | ₹0.18/unit | On all units consumed |
| Electricity Duty | 5% on energy charges | State tax — on energy only |
🏢 Commercial Slab Rates — 2026
| Units / Month | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0 – 100 units | ₹6.85/unit |
| 101 – 300 units | ₹8.25/unit |
| Above 300 units | ₹10.50/unit |
Commercial: Fixed ₹70/month, Meter Rent ₹28/month, FAC ₹0.18/unit, Duty 5%.
How to Calculate Your West Bengal Electricity Bill
The exact method WBSEDCL uses to compute your monthly bijli bill, explained with each charge component.
Read Your Meter
Note units (kWh) consumed. Subtract previous reading from current, or read directly from your bill under "Units Consumed".
Apply Slab Rates (Telescopic)
Split consumption across 4 slabs: first 100u × ₹4.10 = ₹410. Next 100u × ₹5.60 = ₹560. Next 200u × ₹7.50 = ₹1,500. Remaining × ₹10.00. Add all.
Add Electricity Duty (5%)
Duty = 5% of energy charges (slab total only). State government tax. Not applied to FAC, fixed, or meter rent.
Add FAC
FAC = ₹0.18 × total units. Compensates WBSEDCL for fuel cost fluctuations. Revised by WBERC periodically.
Add Fixed + Meter
Fixed Charge ₹45 + Meter Rent ₹15 = ₹60/month flat, regardless of how much you consume.
Total Bill
Total = Energy + Duty + FAC + Fixed + Meter. Compare with your WBSEDCL bill to verify accuracy.
West Bengal Electricity Bill Examples 2026
Estimated bills at common consumption levels using WBSEDCL domestic tariff.
Advantages & Disadvantages of West Bengal’s Electricity Tariff System
✅ Advantages
- Low-income households using under 100 units pay affordable ₹4.10/unit — keeping basic electricity accessible across rural West Bengal.
- Progressive (telescopic) billing means crossing a slab boundary only increases cost on marginal units — not retroactively on earlier units.
- Structured tariff makes it easy to audit your WBSEDCL bill — all charges are itemised.
- West Bengal’s starting slab rate is competitive among eastern Indian states.
- WBERC revises FAC periodically — consumers benefit when fuel costs fall.
- Net metering available for solar rooftop users, offering genuine bill reduction potential.
⚠ Disadvantages
- West Bengal’s hot, humid summers easily push consumption above 400 units — landing households in the steep ₹10.00 slab.
- Fixed charge (₹45) and meter rent (₹15) are charged even when consumption is zero.
- FAC revisions happen without consumer-facing notice, causing unexpected bill increases.
- Electricity Duty (5%) adds a state tax on top of already high energy charges at upper slabs.
- Kolkata CESC consumers face different (potentially higher) tariffs than WBSEDCL consumers.
- Persistent load-shedding in rural districts despite full tariff payment remains a complaint.
12 Proven Ways to Reduce Your West Bengal Electricity Bill
Set AC at 24°C
Every 1°C higher saves ~6% power. At Kolkata’s humidity, 24°C with a ceiling fan is as comfortable as 20°C. Can cut cooling bill 30–40%.
5-Star Inverter Appliances
5-star ACs use 25–30% less than 2-star models. In WB where ACs run 6+ months, this difference is thousands of rupees annually.
Switch All Bulbs to LED
LEDs use 8–10W vs 40–60W for incandescent. 10 bulbs switched to LED saves ~300–400 units/year — possibly dropping you a whole slab.
Rooftop Solar
WB receives 4.5–5.0 kWh/m²/day. A 3 kW system generates ~300 units/month. With net metering, annual savings of ₹30,000–50,000 are realistic.
Cross-Ventilate Rooms
WB’s coastal geography means good breezes. Open opposing windows for cross-ventilation — can cool rooms 3–5°C, reducing AC use significantly.
Shift Heavy Loads to Night
Run washing machine and geysers after 10 PM. Reduces simultaneous load on your home circuits and avoids tripping during peak daytime hours.
Eliminate Phantom Loads
TVs, set-top boxes, chargers left plugged in waste 50–100 units/year. Use switchable power strips and unplug devices not in use.
Solar Water Heater
Replace electric geyser with solar water heater. Saves 150–250 units/year. Pays back in 4–5 years in West Bengal’s partially sunny climate.
Track Weekly Usage
Read your meter weekly. Spotting a spike early helps catch faults — a faulty geyser or compressor can silently add 100+ units/month.
Maintain Refrigerator
Clean coils every 6 months. Set temp to 3–5°C. Don’t put hot food inside. A well-maintained fridge saves 15–20% on its own consumption.
Plant Trees for Shade
Strategic trees on west and south sides of your home cut indoor temp by 3–5°C, reducing cooling load. Long-term investment that pays off every summer.
Use WBSEDCL App
The WBSEDCL mobile app shows daily consumption data. Monitoring usage patterns helps identify energy hogs and wasteful habits quickly.
West Bengal vs Other States — Electricity Bill Comparison 2026
See how your West Bengal bill stacks up against UP, Bihar, Delhi, Maharashtra and Rajasthan at the same consumption level.
Live State-by-State Bill Comparison
Adjust units — all 6 states update instantly
| State | Starting Rate | Top Slab Rate | Fixed Charge | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌿 West Bengal | ₹4.10/unit | ₹10.00 (>400u) | ₹45/mo | 4-slab WBERC tariff |
| ⚡ Uttar Pradesh | ₹3.50/unit | ₹6.50 (>500u) | ₹60/mo | Cheaper top slab |
| 🔋 Bihar | ₹4.60/unit | ₹7.00 (>400u) | ₹50/mo | Similar to WB |
| 🏢 Delhi | ₹3.00/unit | ₹8.00 (>400u) | ₹20/mo | Heavy subsidies |
| 🌊 Maharashtra | ₹3.72/unit | ₹11.00 (>500u) | ₹100/mo | High fixed charge |
| 🏜 Rajasthan | ₹4.25/unit | ₹9.50 (>400u) | ₹50/mo | 4-slab RERC tariff |
West Bengal Electricity Bill — Answered in Seconds
| Consumption | Rate |
|---|---|
| 0–100 units | ₹4.10 |
| 101–200 units | ₹5.60 |
| 201–400 units | ₹7.50 |
| Above 400 units | ₹10.00 |
100u × ₹5.60 = ₹560
Energy = ₹970
Duty 5% = ₹48.50 | FAC = ₹36
Fixed+Meter = ₹60
Total ≈ ₹1,114.50
FAC = Fuel Adjustment Charge. Currently ₹0.18/unit. Added on all units consumed. Covers WBSEDCL fuel cost changes. Reviewed by WBERC. Not subject to electricity duty. On 200 units: FAC = ₹36.
5% state government tax on energy charges (slab amount) only. NOT on FAC, fixed, or meter rent. NOT GST. Collected by WBSEDCL/CESC on behalf of WB government. For ₹970 energy: Duty = ₹48.50.
West Bengal Electricity Consumer Rights & Complaint Process
Step 1: Contact DISCOM
WBSEDCL toll-free: 1800-345-3111. CESC helpline: 1912. Must respond within 15 days under WBERC norms.
Step 2: CGRF
File with Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum (CGRF). Mandated under Electricity Act 2003. File at wbsedcl.in or in person.
Step 3: WBERC Ombudsman
Escalate to WBERC Electricity Ombudsman at wberc.gov.in. Can order bill corrections, refunds, and penalties against the DISCOM.
Solar Rooftop & Net Metering in West Bengal 2026
West Bengal receives 4.5–5.0 kWh/m²/day of solar radiation. Net metering can meaningfully reduce your bijli bill.
How Net Metering Works in West Bengal
Surplus solar units exported to WBSEDCL grid are credited to your bill. Your monthly bill = Grid consumption − export credit. Domestic consumers can install systems up to 10 kW. Apply at your local WBSEDCL sub-division office — approval typically takes 30–60 days.
West Bengal Electricity Tariff History 2019–2026
Smart Meters & Prepaid Electricity in West Bengal 2026
What is a Smart Prepaid Meter?
Works like a mobile recharge — you top up before consuming. Balance alerts via SMS. Same WBERC tariff slabs apply. Daily consumption tracking via WBSEDCL app. No estimated bills — only actual readings counted.
📍 WB Smart Meter Rollout 2026
WBSEDCL deploying smart meters in Kolkata suburbs and major urban centres. Rural districts expected by 2027–28 under NSGM central funding. Check wbsedcl.in to see if your area is included.
Benefits for Consumers
- No estimated billing — only actual usage charged
- Daily consumption visibility via app
- Instant low-balance SMS alerts
- Eliminates meter reading visits
West Bengal Electricity Facts That Affect Your Bill
পশ্চিমবঙ্গ বিদ্যুত‵ বিল ক্যালকুলেটর ⚡ ৸ਇ৮২
পশ্চিমবঙ্গ বিদ্যুত‵ ষ্ল্যাব ৰেট ৸ਇ৮২ (WBERC ৣনুমোদিত)
| ইউনিট ব্যবহার | দর (₹/ইউনিট) |
|---|---|
| ਇ – ১৳ਇ ইউনিট | ₹ভ.১ਇ |
| ১৳১ – ২৳ਇ ইউনিট | ₹়.২ਇ |
| ২৳১ – ভ৳ਇ ইউনিট | ₹.়ਇ |
| ভ৳ਇ-র বেশি ইউনিট | ₹১ਇ.ਇਇ |
বিল হিসাব:
মোট বিল = শক্তি চার্জ (স্ল্যাব অনুযায়ী) + বিদ্যুত‵ শুল্ক (়%) + FAC (₹ਇ.১২×ইউনিট) + স্থায়ী চার্জ (₹ভ়) + মিটার ভা୩া (₹১়). ়ਇਇ ইউনিট → ₹েੌਇ শক্তি + ₹ভ৯.়ਇ শুল্ক + ₹ਊ২ FAC + ₹২ਇ স্থায়ী = মোট ≈ ₹১,১১ভ
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Important Note
This calculator provides an estimated bill based on WBERC 2025–26 tariff slabs for WBSEDCL consumers. Actual bills from WBSEDCL or CESC may differ slightly due to billing cycle rounding, mid-year FAC revisions, subsidies, arrears, or special notifications.
For billing disputes or exact charges, contact your DISCOM: wbsedcl.in (WBSEDCL) | cesc.co.in (CESC, Kolkata).
West Bengal Electricity Bill — 30 Most Asked Questions 2026
Everything WB consumers ask about bijli bills, WBSEDCL, CESC, FAC, tariff slabs, and how to reduce costs — answered comprehensively.
About This Calculator — Accuracy & Data Sources
This West Bengal electricity bill calculator is maintained by electricbillcalculate.in. All tariff data is sourced directly from the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission (WBERC) Annual Tariff Orders and official WBSEDCL documentation. Current rates (₹4.10–₹10.00/unit) are from the WBERC Tariff Order for FY 2025–26.
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