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Accurate estimates for Telangana · TSSPDCL
Estimated monthly bill
₹374.50
| 1–50 @ ₹1.95 × 50 | ₹97.50 |
| 51–100 @ ₹3.1 × 50 | ₹155.00 |
| 101–200 @ ₹4.8 × 100 | ₹480.00 |
| 201–∞ @ ₹6.5 × 50 | ₹325.00 |
| Energy charge | ₹1,057.50 |
| Subsidy applied | −₹732.50 |
| Fuel cost adjustment (₹0/unit) | ₹0.00 |
| Fixed charge (₹10/kW × 3 kW) | ₹30.00 |
| Electricity duty (6%) | ₹19.50 |
| Total | ₹374.50 |
Worked example
A 250-unit monthly Telangana residential bill (single-phase) works out to ₹0123456789012345678901234567890123456789. That is ₹1,057.50 energy charge + ₹30.00 fixed charge + ₹63.45 duty.
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You can use up to
340 units
for a monthly bill of ₹994.60 (within your ₹1,000.00 budget)
How to use this calculator
- 1Select your state — it's pre-selected for this page
- 2Enter your sanctioned load in kW, shown on your bill or meter agreement
- 3Enter the units consumed shown on your bill, or your meter readings
- 4Choose your connection phase (single or three) if applicable
- 5Review the itemised slab-by-slab result below the calculator
Your monthly billing cycle
TSSPDCL bills monthly.
Telangana residential tariff slabs
| Slab (units) | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0–50 | ₹1.95 |
| 51–100 | ₹3.10 |
| 101–200 | ₹4.80 |
| 201–above | ₹6.50 |
| Fixed charge | ₹10/kW of sanctioned load |
| Electricity duty | 6% |
Effective from 1 April 2025 · Verified 29 August 2026 · source order
Two worked examples
Lower usage
₹1,150.95
250 units · ₹1,057.50 energy + ₹30.00 fixed
Higher usage
₹3,562.45
600 units · ₹3,332.50 energy + ₹30.00 fixed + ₹199.95 duty
Common TSSPDCL bill traps
TGSPDCL is southern Telangana only
TGSPDCL (also called TSSPDCL) covers Hyderabad and 14 southern districts. The 18 northern districts, with headquarters at Hanumakonda, are served by a separate company, TGNPDCL — both share the same TSERC tariff shown here.
Gruha Jyothi requires a white ration card
The 200-free-units scheme is tied specifically to holding a white ration card, not just being a domestic consumer generally — check your card status rather than assuming eligibility.
6% electricity duty applies on top of slabs
Telangana's 6% electricity duty is charged on the energy charge in addition to the slab rates and fixed charge, and is often overlooked when estimating a bill by hand.
How the TSSPDCL bill is calculated
Gruha Jyothi free 200 units
Domestic consumers with a white ration card get up to 200 units free each month under the Gruha Jyothi scheme. Above that, telescopic slabs apply, plus a 6% electricity duty. TGSPDCL and TGNPDCL share the same TSERC tariff.
How the Telangana bill is calculated
Telangana domestic supply is billed monthly. Consumption is split across telescopic slabs from ₹1.95 to ₹6.5/unit, each band charged at its own rate. A fixed charge of ₹10 per kW of sanctioned load applies, plus a 6% electricity duty.
Your bill, component by component
Based on the 250-unit example above. Expand each line for what it means and whether you can influence it.
Energy chargeReducible₹1,057.50+
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 ₹1,057.50.
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₹30.00+
Charged regardless of how many units you use (₹10/kW × 3 kW). The only way to change this line is to change your phase, sanctioned load, or connection type.
Electricity dutyStatutory₹63.45+
A 6% state government levy on the energy charge — set by statute, not by the DISCOM, and not reducible by usage pattern.
What's included in your bill
| Component | What it is | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Energy charge | Units × slab rate, telescopic | ₹1.95–₹6.50/unit |
| Fixed charge | Flat, independent of usage | ₹10/kW of sanctioned load |
| Electricity duty | State government levy | 6% |
| Subsidy | Gruha Jyothi (up to 200 free units) | 200 free units |
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.
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Tools that cut your bill
Swap CFL for LED bulbs
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Upgrade to a 5-star AC
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See the full comparison →How does TSSPDCL compare?
TSSPDCL
Telangana
Top slab rate
₹6.50/unit
Base slab
₹1.95
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
6%
APSPDCL
Andhra Pradesh
Top slab rate
₹9.75/unit
↑ 50% costlier than TSSPDCL
Base slab
₹1.90
Slabs
6
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
BESCOM
Karnataka
Top slab rate
₹8.60/unit
↑ 32% costlier than TSSPDCL
Base slab
₹5.90
Slabs
3
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
CSPDCL
Chhattisgarh
Top slab rate
₹8.30/unit
↑ 28% costlier than TSSPDCL
Base slab
₹4.10
Slabs
5
Billing
monthly
Duty
8%
Top Slab Rate Comparison
TSSPDCL's top domestic slab rate is ₹6.50/unit — more expensive than APSPDCL (₹9.75/unit), — more expensive than BESCOM (₹8.60/unit), — more expensive than CSPDCL (₹8.30/unit). Billing cycles also differ: TSSPDCL bills monthly, while APSPDCL bills monthly, BESCOM bills monthly, CSPDCL bills monthly.
Tips to reduce your TSSPDCL bill
- Confirm your eligibility for Gruha Jyothi (up to 200 free units) is correctly marked on your account — it's worth 200 free units every cycle.
- Where practical, keep usage below your next slab threshold — the marginal units above ₹6.50/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 TSSPDCL
When the state of Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated on 2 June 2014 under the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014, the distribution business serving the newly created Telangana was restructured into two companies: Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Ltd (TGSPDCL, also referred to as TSSPDCL) and Telangana State Northern Power Distribution Company Ltd (TGNPDCL).
TGSPDCL covers Hyderabad and 14 other southern districts (including Rangareddy, Medchal, Nalgonda and Mahabubnagar), serving around 11.1 million consumers. TGNPDCL covers the 18 northern districts from Hanumakonda.
Does TGSPDCL (TSSPDCL) supply electricity to Hyderabad?
Yes. TGSPDCL covers Hyderabad along with 14 southern Telangana districts. The 18 northern districts are served by the separate Telangana State Northern Power Distribution Company (TGNPDCL), on the same TSERC tariff.
How to check and pay your bill
- 1Visit the official TGSPDCL website or Citizen app
- 2Enter your Unique Service Number (USC) to fetch your current bill
- 3Verify the amount and pay via UPI, card or net banking
- 4Save the payment receipt for your records
Official portal
tgsouthernpower.org (official TGSPDCL portal)
Helpline
1912 / 1800-599-01912 (24×7)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Telangana electricity tariff telescopic?
Yes. Telangana charges telescopically: each slab is billed at its own rate, so moving up a slab does not re-price your cheaper units.
What is the fixed charge for a Telangana domestic connection?
The fixed charge is ₹10 per kW of sanctioned load.
How accurate is this Telangana bill estimate?
It uses the published domestic slab rates and is a close estimate, not a billing-grade figure. Always confirm against your official TSSPDCL bill.
Does TGSPDCL/TSSPDCL supply Hyderabad?
Yes. TGSPDCL (Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana, sometimes still called TSSPDCL) covers Hyderabad along with 14 other southern districts. The remaining 18 northern districts are served by TGNPDCL.
How do I check or pay my TGSPDCL bill online?
Pay via the official portal at tgsouthernpower.org or the TGSPDCL Citizen app. For queries, call the 24×7 helpline 1912 or 1800-599-01912.
What is TGSPDCL, and how did it form?
When Andhra Pradesh was bifurcated on 2 June 2014 under the AP Reorganisation Act, the erstwhile APSEB's southern distribution arm serving the new Telangana state was restructured and renamed Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Ltd (TGSPDCL/TSSPDCL).