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Accurate estimates for Arunachal Pradesh · APDOP
Estimated monthly bill
₹690.00
| 1–∞ @ ₹4.4 × 150 | ₹660.00 |
| Energy charge | ₹660.00 |
| Fuel cost adjustment (₹0/unit) | ₹0.00 |
| Fixed charge (flat) | ₹30.00 |
| Total | ₹690.00 |
Worked example
A 150-unit monthly Arunachal Pradesh residential bill (single-phase) works out to ₹012345678901234567890123456789. That is ₹660.00 energy charge + ₹30.00 fixed charge.
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You can use up to
220 units
for a monthly bill of ₹998.00 (within your ₹1,000.00 budget)
How to use this calculator
- 1Select your state — it's pre-selected for this page
- 2Enter the units consumed shown on your bill, or your meter readings
- 3Choose your connection phase (single or three) if applicable
- 4Review the itemised slab-by-slab result below the calculator
Your monthly billing cycle
APDOP bills monthly.
Arunachal Pradesh residential tariff slabs
| Slab (units) | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0–above | ₹4.40 |
| Fixed charge | ₹30 |
Effective from 1 April 2025 · Verified 29 August 2026 · source order
Two worked examples
Lower usage
₹690.00
150 units · ₹660.00 energy + ₹30.00 fixed
Higher usage
₹1,614.00
360 units · ₹1,584.00 energy + ₹30.00 fixed
Common APDOP bill traps
A flat rate means no slab-based savings for low usage
Because Arunachal Pradesh has no telescopic slabs, a low-consumption household doesn't get a cheaper starting rate the way it would in most other states — every unit, from the first to the last, costs the same ₹4.40.
DoP is a government department, not a company
Billing, complaints and connections are handled directly by the state Department of Power rather than a separate corporatized DISCOM — support channels and processes can look different from neighbouring states with a company-style utility.
Published slab/rate detail is limited for this state
Public secondary sources for Arunachal Pradesh's tariff structure are thinner than for most states — this estimate uses the published flat domestic rate, and you should treat it as indicative pending confirmation against your own bill or the APSERC tariff order.
How the APDOP bill is calculated
A single flat rate
Arunachal Pradesh uses a flat domestic tariff of about ₹4.40 per unit with no telescopic slabs — every unit is billed at the same rate. Power is run by the state Department of Power.
How the Arunachal Pradesh bill is calculated
Arunachal Pradesh domestic supply is billed monthly. Every unit is charged at a flat ₹4.4/unit. A fixed charge of a flat ₹30/month applies.
Your bill, component by component
Based on the 150-unit example above. Expand each line for what it means and whether you can influence it.
Energy chargeReducible₹660.00+
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 ₹660.00.
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 (flat). The only way to change this line is to change your phase, sanctioned load, or connection type.
What's included in your bill
| Component | What it is | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Energy charge | Units × slab rate, telescopic | ₹4.40–₹4.40/unit |
| Fixed charge | Flat, independent of usage | ₹30 |
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
Replacing a 15W CFL with a 9W LED bulb, run 6 hrs/day, saves about ₹57.82/year at Arunachal Pradesh's top slab rate (₹4.40/unit) — per bulb.
Upgrade to a 5-star AC
A 1.5 ton 5-star AC vs 3-star, run 6 hrs/day, saves about ₹2,452.62/year in Arunachal Pradesh.
See the full comparison →How does APDOP compare?
APDOP
Arunachal Pradesh
Top slab rate
₹4.40/unit
Base slab
₹4.40
Slabs
1
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
APDCL
Assam
Top slab rate
₹7.60/unit
↑ 73% costlier than APDOP
Base slab
₹2.00
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
5%
DOPN
Nagaland
Top slab rate
₹6.50/unit
↑ 48% costlier than APDOP
Base slab
₹3.80
Slabs
2
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
Top Slab Rate Comparison
APDOP's top domestic slab rate is ₹4.40/unit — more expensive than APDCL (₹7.60/unit), — more expensive than DOPN (₹6.50/unit). Billing cycles also differ: APDOP bills monthly, while APDCL bills monthly, DOPN bills monthly.
Tips to reduce your APDOP bill
- Where practical, keep usage below your next slab threshold — the marginal units above ₹4.40/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 APDOP
The Department of Power (DoP), Government of Arunachal Pradesh, is a state government department — not a corporatized company — responsible for transmission and distribution of electricity across the state, and for advising the state government on power-sector matters.
DoP is headquartered in Itanagar and operates through divisional and sub-divisional offices across Arunachal Pradesh's districts. Tariffs are approved by the Arunachal Pradesh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (APSERC).
Does the Department of Power supply electricity across all of Arunachal Pradesh?
Yes. DoP is the sole transmission and distribution authority for the entire state, operating through district-level divisional offices rather than a separate regional DISCOM structure.
How to check and pay your bill
- 1Visit the official Department of Power bill payment portal
- 2Enter your Consumer Number to fetch your current bill
- 3Verify the amount and pay via the listed online payment options
- 4Save the payment receipt for your records
Official portal
arpdop.gov.in (official Department of Power portal)
Helpline
1912 (24×7 toll-free) / support@arpdop.gov.in
Frequently asked questions
Is the Arunachal Pradesh electricity tariff telescopic?
Arunachal Pradesh uses a flat domestic rate rather than telescopic slabs — every unit is billed at the same rate.
What is the fixed charge for a Arunachal Pradesh domestic connection?
The fixed charge is a flat ₹30/month.
How accurate is this Arunachal Pradesh bill estimate?
It uses the published domestic slab rates and is a close estimate, not a billing-grade figure. Slab detail is limited; this uses the published flat domestic rate. Always confirm against your official APDOP bill.
Does the Department of Power supply electricity across all of Arunachal Pradesh?
Yes. The Department of Power (DoP) is the state government body responsible for transmission and distribution of electricity throughout Arunachal Pradesh, headquartered in Itanagar, with divisional offices across the state's districts.
How do I check or pay my Arunachal Pradesh electricity bill online?
Pay via the official DoP portal at arpdop.gov.in. For power-supply complaints, call the 24×7 toll-free helpline 1912; for online payment issues, prepaid support is at 60338-74608/09 and postpaid support at 60338-74612/13.
What is APDOP, and is it a corporatized DISCOM?
No. Unlike most Indian states, Arunachal Pradesh has not corporatized its power utility into a separate DISCOM company — the Department of Power (DoP) operates directly as a state government department, handling policy, transmission and distribution together.