How to Pay Electricity Bill Online in India
A quick and complete guide to paying your bijli bill online — through official websites, UPI apps, net banking, and more.
Paying your electricity bill on time is important to avoid late fees and service disconnection. Gone are the days of standing in long queues at the electricity office. Today, you can pay your bijli bill from your phone or computer in under 2 minutes — any time of the day.
In this guide, we cover all the different methods to pay your electricity bill online, step by step instructions, and tips to avoid common mistakes.
What You Need to Pay Online
Before you start, keep these details handy from your latest electricity bill:
| Detail | Where to Find It |
|---|---|
| Consumer Number / Account Number | Printed on top of your electricity bill |
| Distribution Company Name | Mentioned at the top of the bill |
| Service Number | Also printed on the bill (some states use this) |
| Registered Mobile Number | The number linked to your electricity account |
Ways to Pay Electricity Bill Online
There are several easy ways to pay your electricity bill online in India:
Method 1 — Pay Through Official DISCOM Website
This is the most reliable method. Here are the steps:
Find Your Distribution Company Website
Search for your electricity provider's official website. For example: BESCOM (Karnataka), MSEDCL (Maharashtra), BSES (Delhi), UPPCL (UP), TNEB (Tamil Nadu). You can find the website name on your electricity bill.
Go to "Pay Bill" or "Quick Pay" Option
On the homepage, look for Pay Bill, Online Payment, or Quick Pay. Most websites show this prominently on the home page.
Enter Your Consumer Number
Type in your Consumer Number or Account Number from your electricity bill. Click Fetch Bill or Search.
Verify Your Bill Details
Your current bill details will appear on screen — including the amount due and the due date. Verify that the name and address shown match your details.
Choose Payment Method and Pay
Select your preferred payment method — UPI, debit card, credit card, or net banking. Enter the required details and confirm the payment.
Save the Payment Receipt
After successful payment, a payment receipt will be generated. Download or take a screenshot of it. Your receipt number is proof of payment.
Method 2 — Pay Through UPI Apps
UPI apps are the fastest way to pay. Here is how to do it on any UPI app:
Open Your UPI App
Open Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, or any UPI app on your phone.
Go to "Pay Bills" or "Electricity"
Tap on Pay Bills and then select Electricity from the list of categories.
Select Your State and Provider
Choose your state and then select your electricity distribution company from the list.
Enter Consumer Number and Fetch Bill
Enter your Consumer Number and tap Fetch Bill. Your current bill amount will be displayed.
Confirm and Pay
Verify the amount and tap Pay. Authenticate using your UPI PIN. Payment is done instantly and you will receive a confirmation message.
Best Apps to Pay Electricity Bill
Popular State Electricity Websites
| State | Provider | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | BSES / TPDDL | bsesdelhi.com / tatapower-ddl.com |
| Maharashtra | MSEDCL | mahadiscom.in |
| Karnataka | BESCOM | bescom.energy |
| Uttar Pradesh | UPPCL | upenergy.in |
| Tamil Nadu | TNEB | tnebnet.org |
| Rajasthan | JVVNL / AVVNL | energy.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Gujarat | DGVCL / UGVCL | dgvcl.com |