Delhi is the capital city of India. The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) is responsible for supplying electricity to the residents of Delhi. It ensures that households and businesses have access to reliable power.

Consumers in Delhi can access these services through the DERC website or other online platforms for ease and convenience.

In this article, we will discuss all about the Delhi Electricity Department, its services, and billing processes. We will also talk about how you can make your electricity bill payment online on Bajaj Pay.

What are electricity charges?

Here is a table summarising the electricity tariff rates for different categories of consumers:

Domestic consumers

Category	Fixed charges (Rs./kW/month)	Energy charges (Rs./kWh)
Upto 2 kW	20	3.00
> 2 kW and ≤ 5 kW	50	4.50
> 5 kW and ≤ 15 kW	100	6.50
> 15 kW and ≤ 25 kW	200	7.00
> 25 kW	250	8.00
Single Point Delivery Supply for GHS	150	4.50

Non-domestic/Commercial consumers

Category	Fixed charges (Rs./kVA/month)	Energy charges (Rs./kVA)
Upto 3 kVA	250	6.00
Above 3 kVA	250	8.50

Note: The above details are based on the Delhi Tariff Order 2020-2021

How to calculate domestic charges in Delhi

To calculate the domestic electricity charges in Delhi, you need to consider several key factors:

Determine the units consumed: First, find the total number of units consumed in your electricity bill.

Understand the tariff structure: DERC follows a tiered pricing system, where different rates determine the amount of electricity used. The first set of units may have a lower rate, and higher usage may result in higher rates.

Apply the rates: Multiply the number of units consumed by the applicable rate for each tier or slab.

Include extra charges: Additional charges, such as meter rent, fixed charges, and taxes.

Calculate the total amount: Add all the charges together to get your final electricity bill.

For an easy and convenient payment experience, you can pay the electricity bill payment online.

How to calculate residential charges in Delhi

Residential electricity charges in Delhi are calculated based on consumption and the applicable tariffs for your category. Here is how to calculate:

Check your consumer category: DERC applies different rates based on whether you are a domestic, commercial, or industrial consumer. Verify your consumer category on your electricity bill.

Find your unit rate: The rate per unit will be based on your consumer category and usage. You can get this information on the DERC website or on your bill.

Multiply units consumed: Multiply the number of units consumed during the billing cycle by the rate per unit.

Add fixed charges and surcharges: Your applicable fixed charges, meter rent, and environmental or service surcharges.

Calculate the total charges: After calculating the energy consumption charges and additional fees, sum them to get your final electricity bill.

How to calculate a Delhi electricity bill?

To calculate a Delhi electricity bill, follow these steps:

1. Check the units consumed on your bill.

2. Apply the rate for each unit slab based on your total consumption.

3. Add any extra charges like meter rent, fixed charges, and taxes.

4. The sum of these amounts gives your total bill.

How to check Delhi electricity bill

To check your Delhi electricity bill, follow these steps:

1. Visit the DERC website and click on "View Bill"

2. Enter your consumer number to access the details.

3. Alternatively, you can check and pay your electricity bill through Bajaj Finserv.

By following these steps, you can easily check your Delhi electricity bill. You can now make your Delhi electricity bill payments on Bajaj Finserv.

Steps to pay your electricity bill online on Bajaj Finserv

Here is how you can pay your DERC electricity bill on the Bajaj Finserv website:

1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website or click on https://www.bajajfinserv.in/

2. Go to the ‘BILLS AND RECHARGES’ under the ‘PAYMENTS’ section

3. Click on ‘ELECTRICITY BILL PAYMENT’

4. Select ‘DERC’ as your electricity board from the drop-down menu

5. Enter your ‘CONSUMER NUMBER’ and click on ‘FETCH BILL’

6. Select a payment method from the list of available payment options such as credit card, debit card, e-Wallet, UPI, and net banking

Fees and charges

A convenience fee of up to 2% may be charged depending on the transaction amount and payment mode, inclusive of applicable taxes. For failed transactions, the total amount excluding taxes will be reversed.

For more details on fees, visit here.