Jharkhand
State / UT
JBVNL
Utility Board
₹6.85/unit
1 Unit Rate
4 covered
Categories
Tariff by Connection Category
Domestic (Residential)
| Rate | Rate/Unit |
|---|---|
| All units | ₹6.85 |
Detailed Charges
Commercial
| Rate | Rate/Unit |
|---|---|
| All units | ₹6.70 |
Detailed Charges
PRIMARY — Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC), Order on True-up for FY 2023-24, APR for FY 2024-25 and ARR & Tariff for FY 2025-26 (JBVNL), Chapter 12 Tariff Schedule (applicable from 01.05.2025), 'Commercial Services' — Urban category: Rs 6.70/kWh energy charge, Rs 200/kW/month fixed charge (used here, for consistency with this file's residential entry which also uses the Urban rate). Rural category is Rs 6.20/kWh with Rs 120/kW/month fixed charge. http://jserc.org/pdf/tariff_order/jbvnl-2025.pdf
Industrial
| Rate | Rate/Unit |
|---|---|
| All units | ₹6.10 |
Detailed Charges
PRIMARY — JSERC JBVNL Tariff Order for FY 2025-26, Chapter 12, 'Low Tension Industrial Services (LTIS)' — applies to industrial/processing units with contracted load up to 100 kVA: Rs 6.10/kVAh energy charge, Rs 150/kVA/month fixed/demand charge. http://jserc.org/pdf/tariff_order/jbvnl-2025.pdf
Agriculture
| Rate | Rate/Unit |
|---|---|
| All units | ₹5.30 |
Detailed Charges
PRIMARY — JSERC JBVNL Tariff Order for FY 2025-26, Chapter 12, 'Irrigation & Agriculture Service (IAS)': Rs 5.30/kWh energy charge; fixed charge originally Rs 50/HP/month, converted to Rs/kW using 1 HP = 0.746 kW (50/0.746 ≈ 67.02) for schema compatibility. http://jserc.org/pdf/tariff_order/jbvnl-2025.pdf
Jharkhand Tariff Structure Explained
Jharkhand 1 Unit Rate
For domestic electricity consumers in Jharkhand, the initial 1 unit rate starts at ₹6.85 per kWh for consumption within the first slab per monthly billing cycle.
Tariff Categories
The tariff schedule for Jharkhand covers 4 consumer categories shown above (Domestic (Residential), Commercial, Industrial, Agriculture). Each category has its own energy rates and fixed charges designed for domestic, commercial, industrial or agricultural usage.
Fixed Charges and Other Charges
In addition to unit energy rates, JBVNL electricity bills include fixed charges and (where applicable) meter rent based on connection parameters.
Electricity Bill Calculation
To estimate your electricity bill for Jharkhand, multiply your monthly energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (units) by the applicable slab rates, add fixed charges, and include applicable taxes or duties. You can compute your estimated bill instantly using our JBVNL electricity bill calculator.
Applicable Electricity Board
These electricity tariff rates are applicable for consumers in Jharkhand served by JBVNL.
State / UT
Jharkhand
Electricity Board
JBVNL
Last Updated
29 August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the latest electricity tariff rates in Jharkhand?
The latest verified tariff rates for Jharkhand are structured by connection category (Domestic (Residential), Commercial, Industrial and Agriculture) as shown in the tables above, sourced from Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Ltd (JBVNL)'s published tariff schedule effective 1 May 2025.
How do I calculate my Jharkhand electricity bill online?
Use our dedicated JBVNL bill calculator — enter your units consumed and connection type for an itemised, slab-by-slab estimate including fixed charges and electricity duty.
Why is my Jharkhand electricity bill higher than the energy charges alone?
In addition to per-unit slab rates (energy charges), your bill includes other components such as fixed/demand charges, meter rent and electricity duty (tax).
How often are these electricity tariff rates updated?
Electricity tariff rates in India are typically revised periodically by the respective State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC). We update our tariff data as soon as new orders are verified — see the "last verified" date on each category card above.
What is the price of 1 unit of electricity in Jharkhand?
The rate for the first slab of Domestic electricity in Jharkhand is ₹6.85 per unit. This rate may increase as consumption moves into higher slabs — see the Domestic (Residential) table above for the full slab structure.
Does JBVNL offer a separate tariff for Commercial or Industrial connections?
Yes — see the Commercial, Industrial and Agriculture categories above for their own slab rates and fixed charges, distinct from the Domestic tariff.