Kanpur is under the jurisdiction of Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL). The UPPCL is responsible for providing electricity to various regions in Uttar Pradesh, including Kanpur. It is part of the state government entity that oversees electricity distribution, maintenance, and customer services. Consumers can access various online services like bill payment, new connection applications, and grievance redressal through the UPPCL website or its local offices. The department regulates Tariff rates, with different slabs applied based on usage.

Additionally, customers can conveniently pay their electricity bills using theBajaj Pay – the BBPS platform on Bajaj Finserv. Bajaj Pay is a secure andaccessible avenue for users to handle their Kanpur electricity bill effortlessly.

Overview of electricity charges in Kanpur

Here is a table summarising the tariff rates for electricity consumption in Kanpur:

Domestic consumers

Category	Fixed charge	Energy charge
Domestic (rural)	Rs. 50 / kW / month	Up to 100 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh101-150 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh151-300 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWhAbove 300 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh
Domestic (urban)	Rs. 130 / BHP/month	Rs. 6.50 / kWh
Non-domestic (rural)	Rs. 110 / kW / month	Rs. 6.50 / kWh
Non-domestic (urban)	Load up to 4 kW: Rs. 330 / kW / monthAbove 4 kW: Rs. 450 / kW / month	Up to 300 kWh: Rs. 7.50/kWhAbove 300 kWh: Rs. 8.40/kWh

How to calculate domestic charges in Kanpur

Calculating domestic electricity charges in Kanpur involves several key components:

1. Determine consumption slab: Identify the total number of units consumed in the billing period.

2. Apply tariff rates: Check which tariff slab your consumption falls into (e.g., LT-I A, LT-I B, LT-I C). Apply the respective per-unit charges for each slab.

3. Calculate energy charges: Multiply the number of units in each slab by the corresponding per-unit rate. Sum up the charges for all slabs.

4. Add fixed charges: Include the fixed charges based on the kW demand, if applicable.

5. Calculate electricity duty: Multiply the total units consumed by the electricity duty rate (0.06 paise per unit).

6. Add customer charges: Include customer charges based on the consumption slab.

7. Sum up all charges: Add energy charges, fixed charges, electricity duty, and customer charges to get the total bill amount.

8. Check minimum charges: Ensure the total bill is not less than the minimum charges specified by the electricity board.

9. Adjustments and final bill: Apply any adjustments for previous payments or credits. The final amount is your total electricity bill for the period.

How to check a Kanpur electricity bill

To check your Kanpur electricity bill, follow these steps:

Visit the UPPCL website: Go to the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited.

Consumer services: Click on the ‘CONSUMER SERVICES’ tab and select ‘ONLINE SERVICES’ from the drop-down menu.

Bill details: Choose the ‘PAY YOUR BILL’ option and enter your Unique Service Number to view your bill details.

Alternatively, visit the nearest UPPCL office or collection centre with your account number and identification to check your bill.

By following these steps, you can easily check your Kanpur electricity bill. In addition, Bajaj Finserv also provides electricity bill payment services.

Steps to make Kanpur electricity bill payment online on Bajaj Finserv

Here are the steps to make Kanpur electricity bill payment online on Bajaj Finserv:

• 1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website or click on https://www.bajajfinserv.in/
• 2. Go to the ‘ELECTRICITY BILL PAYMENT’ under the ‘PAYMENTS’ section
• 3. Click on ‘PAY NOW’
• 4. Select ‘UPPCL’ 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
• 7. After choosing your preferred payment mode, enter the requested payment details.