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Accurate estimates for Lakshadweep · LED
Estimated monthly bill
₹170.00
| 1–∞ @ ₹1.5 × 100 | ₹150.00 |
| Energy charge | ₹150.00 |
| Fuel cost adjustment (₹0/unit) | ₹0.00 |
| Fixed charge (flat) | ₹20.00 |
| Total | ₹170.00 |
Worked example
A 100-unit monthly Lakshadweep residential bill (single-phase) works out to ₹012345678901234567890123456789. That is ₹150.00 energy charge + ₹20.00 fixed charge.
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How to use this calculator
- 1Select your state — it's pre-selected for this page
- 2Enter the units consumed shown on your bill, or your meter readings
- 3Choose your connection phase (single or three) if applicable
- 4Review the itemised slab-by-slab result below the calculator
Your monthly billing cycle
LED bills monthly.
Lakshadweep residential tariff slabs
| Slab (units) | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0–above | ₹1.50 |
| Fixed charge | ₹20 |
Effective from 1 April 2025 · Verified 29 August 2026 · source order
Two worked examples
Lower usage
₹170.00
100 units · ₹150.00 energy + ₹20.00 fixed
Higher usage
₹380.00
240 units · ₹360.00 energy + ₹20.00 fixed
Common LED bill traps
A flat rate means no low-usage discount, but no high-usage penalty either
Because every unit costs the same ~₹1.50, there's no cheaper starter slab for light users, but equally there's no steep jump in rate as consumption rises — unlike most other states on this site.
Each island runs on its own diesel supply
Power on the islands is diesel-generated locally rather than drawn from a mainland grid, so supply reliability and outage patterns can vary between islands even though the tariff is uniform.
Published tariff detail is limited for this UT
Public secondary sources for Lakshadweep's exact domestic tariff structure are thin — treat this flat-rate estimate as indicative and confirm against your own LED bill.
How the LED bill is calculated
Heavily subsidised island power
Lakshadweep’s power is diesel-generated but heavily subsidised, with domestic tariffs among the lowest in India at around ₹1.50/unit on a flat basis.
How the Lakshadweep bill is calculated
Lakshadweep domestic supply is billed monthly. Every unit is charged at a flat ₹1.5/unit. A fixed charge of a flat ₹20/month applies.
Your bill, component by component
Based on the 100-unit example above. Expand each line for what it means and whether you can influence it.
Energy chargeReducible₹150.00+
Priced across telescopic slabs — the more you use, the higher the marginal rate. Shifting usage below your next slab threshold lowers this line directly. This example totals ₹150.00.
Fuel cost adjustment (FCA)Set by DISCOM₹0.00+
A ₹0/unit pass-through surcharge that tracks the DISCOM's power-purchase cost. It applies equally to every consumer on this tariff and isn't something you can reduce by changing usage.
Fixed chargeFixed₹20.00+
Charged regardless of how many units you use (flat). The only way to change this line is to change your phase, sanctioned load, or connection type.
What's included in your bill
| Component | What it is | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Energy charge | Units × slab rate, telescopic | ₹1.50–₹1.50/unit |
| Fixed charge | Flat, independent of usage | ₹20 |
How to read your meter
Digital meters show a running total in kWh ("units") on an LCD display — write down the number before the decimal point. To find your consumption for a billing period, subtract your previous reading from your current reading; that is exactly what the "Meter reading" mode in the calculator above does for you. Analog meters use a set of dial gauges read left to right — note the number the pointer has just passed on each dial.
☀️ See how much solar could save you in Lakshadweep
Rooftop solar can cut this bill sharply. Check your payback period and PM Surya Ghar subsidy in under a minute.
Tools that cut your bill
Swap CFL for LED bulbs
Replacing a 15W CFL with a 9W LED bulb, run 6 hrs/day, saves about ₹19.71/year at Lakshadweep's top slab rate (₹1.50/unit) — per bulb.
Upgrade to a 5-star AC
A 1.5 ton 5-star AC vs 3-star, run 6 hrs/day, saves about ₹836.12/year in Lakshadweep.
See the full comparison →Tips to reduce your LED bill
- Where practical, keep usage below your next slab threshold — the marginal units above ₹1.50/unit cost the most.
- For high-usage households, rooftop solar can offset your most expensive top-slab units — see the solar section above.
Net metering explained
Net metering lets a rooftop solar system export surplus power back to the grid through your existing meter, which runs in reverse. At billing time, your DISCOM credits the exported units against what you drew from the grid — you're billed only for the net difference. Combined with telescopic slabs, this typically offsets your most expensive units first. Estimate your solar payback →
About LED
The Electricity Department, Lakshadweep (LED), electrified the islands gradually: Minicoy was the first, in 1962, followed by Kavaratti in 1964, Amini and Andrott in 1965 and 1966, and Bitra — the last — in 1982.
LED operates electricity service sub-divisions across the inhabited islands — Minicoy, Kavaratti, Amini, Andrott, Kalpeni, Agatti, Kadmat, Chetlat, Bitra and Bangaram — with its main divisional office headquartered in Kavaratti.
Does LED supply electricity to every inhabited island in Lakshadweep?
Yes. All inhabited islands have been electrified since 1982, when Bitra — the last — was connected. LED runs separate service sub-divisions on each inhabited island, with its main office in Kavaratti.
How to check and pay your bill
- 1Visit the official POWERLAK bill payment portal or open the POWERLAK app
- 2Enter your Consumer Number to fetch your current bill
- 3Verify the amount and pay via the listed online options
- 4Save the payment receipt for your records
Official portal
powerlak.gov.in (official LED bill payment portal)
Helpline
04896-262363 (consumer care)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lakshadweep electricity tariff telescopic?
Lakshadweep uses a flat domestic rate rather than telescopic slabs — every unit is billed at the same rate.
What is the fixed charge for a Lakshadweep domestic connection?
The fixed charge is a flat ₹20/month.
How accurate is this Lakshadweep bill estimate?
It uses the published domestic slab rates and is a close estimate, not a billing-grade figure. Public slab detail is limited; this uses the indicative flat domestic rate. Always confirm against your official LED bill.
Does LED supply electricity to every inhabited island?
Yes. All inhabited islands are electrified — Minicoy was first in 1962, Kavaratti in 1964, Amini and Andrott in 1965–66, and Bitra last in 1982. LED runs electricity service sub-divisions on Minicoy, Kavaratti, Amini, Andrott, Kalpeni, Agatti, Kadmat, Chetlat, Bitra and Bangaram.
How do I check or pay my Lakshadweep LED bill online?
Pay via the official portal at powerlak.gov.in, or the POWERLAK Services mobile app. For queries, call the consumer care helpline 04896-262363.
Why is Lakshadweep's tariff a single flat rate rather than slabs?
Lakshadweep's small, dispersed island population and diesel-based generation are billed on a simple, heavily subsidised flat rate rather than the multi-slab structures used in most mainland states — every unit costs the same, whether you use 20 units or 200.