Electricity New Meter Connection Application
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Application for single-phase or three-phase domestic or commercial electric connection.
Documents required (आवश्यक दस्तावेज)
- Ownership Proof (Registered Sale Deed / Property Tax Receipt) or NOC from Landlord if tenant
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID)
- Wiring Contractor Test Report / Safety Certificate
Key details
- Authority: State Power Distribution Company (DISCOM)
- Stamp paper / fee: Self-Declaration on ₹10/₹50 Stamp Paper (in some states)
- How to submit: State DISCOM Online Portal (e.g. BSES, TPDDL, UPPCL, MSEDCL) or Sub-divisional office
- Processing time: 7–15 Days
- Official portal: https://services.india.gov.in
How to apply
Determine Electrical Load Requirement
Calculate your total connected load in Kilowatts (KW) based on domestic appliances, lighting, and cooling equipment to select the appropriate tariff category.
Obtain Wiring Test Report from Licensed Electrician
Get your premise electrical wiring tested and obtain a formal Test Report / Installation Certificate from a licensed electrical contractor.
Assemble Ownership and Identity Proofs
Collect self-attested photocopies of your registered property sale deed, municipal property tax receipt, or allotment letter along with your Aadhaar card.
Submit Application on DISCOM Portal
Submit the new connection application on your state DISCOM web portal or at the local sub-divisional office counter along with an indemnity bond on stamp paper of ₹100 if required.
Site Inspection and Meter Installation
The DISCOM Junior Engineer (JE) inspects premise feasibility. Pay the security deposit and service connection charges to complete meter installation.
How to fill the form
- In the applicant particulars, record the property owner's full legal name, father's or husband's name, and active mobile number.
- Under premise details, provide the exact plot number, building name, ward number, and landmark where supply is required.
- In the tariff category and load section, specify 'Domestic Low Tension (LT)' and state the sanctioned load required in KW.
- In the neighbor connection field, provide the consumer number of an adjacent house to facilitate rapid line feeder identification.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for a new meter connection while previous unpaid electricity dues exist on the same disputed premises.
- Failing to obtain the mandatory test certificate from a government-licensed electrical contractor.
- Submitting incomplete property ownership papers or unregistered power of attorney documents without registered title proof.
- Delaying the payment of the sanctioned demand note / security deposit within the stipulated timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the competent authority for sanctioning a new electricity meter?
The Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) / Executive Engineer of your state electricity distribution company (DISCOM) sanctions the connection.
- What stamp paper value is required for the electricity connection indemnity bond?
Where required by DISCOM rules, an indemnity bond executed on non-judicial stamp paper of ₹100 is submitted.
- How long does it take from application to meter installation?
Following site inspection, demand note payment, and test report verification, installation is completed within 7–15 Days.
- Can I apply for a new electricity meter online?
Yes, nearly all state electricity distribution companies allow consumers to apply online, upload documents, and pay demand notes digitally.
- What charges are payable for a new domestic electricity connection?
Consumers pay standard statutory fixed charges including meter security deposit, service connection line charges, and processing fees as per state tariff schedules.
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