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Accurate estimates for Chhattisgarh · CSPDCL
Estimated monthly bill
₹1,027.20
| 1–100 @ ₹4.1 × 100 | ₹410.00 |
| 101–200 @ ₹4.3 × 100 | ₹430.00 |
| Energy charge | ₹840.00 |
| Fuel cost adjustment (₹0.3/unit) | ₹60.00 |
| Fixed charge (₹20/kW × 3 kW) | ₹60.00 |
| Electricity duty (8%) | ₹67.20 |
| Total | ₹1,027.20 |
Worked example
A 200-unit monthly Chhattisgarh residential bill (single-phase) works out to ₹0123456789012345678901234567890123456789. That is ₹840.00 energy charge + ₹60.00 FCA + ₹60.00 fixed charge + ₹67.20 duty.
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How to use this calculator
- 1Select your state — it's pre-selected for this page
- 2Enter your sanctioned load in kW, shown on your bill or meter agreement
- 3Enter the units consumed shown on your bill, or your meter readings
- 4Choose your connection phase (single or three) if applicable
- 5Review the itemised slab-by-slab result below the calculator
Your monthly billing cycle
CSPDCL bills monthly.
Chhattisgarh residential tariff slabs
| Slab (units) | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0–100 | ₹4.10 |
| 101–200 | ₹4.30 |
| 201–400 | ₹5.80 |
| 401–600 | ₹6.80 |
| 601–above | ₹8.30 |
| Fixed charge | ₹20/kW of sanctioned load |
| Fuel cost adjustment | ₹0.3/unit |
| Electricity duty | 8% |
Effective from 1 April 2025 · Verified 29 August 2026 · source order
Two worked examples
Lower usage
₹1,027.20
200 units · ₹840.00 energy + ₹60.00 fixed + ₹60.00 FCA
Higher usage
₹2,951.52
480 units · ₹2,544.00 energy + ₹60.00 fixed + ₹144.00 FCA + ₹203.52 duty
Common CSPDCL bill traps
Bijli Bill Half isn't applied automatically
The 50% energy-charge concession for households using 400 units or less is a genuine, large saving, but it requires scheme enrolment — this calculator does not apply it by default, so check your eligibility separately.
The VCA surcharge moves and isn't included
CSPDCL's ₹0.30/unit variable cost adjustment can change and is not reflected in this estimate, so your real bill may differ slightly.
8% electricity duty is easy to overlook
Chhattisgarh's roughly 8% electricity duty applies on top of the slab charges and fixed charge, and is one of the higher duty rates among neighbouring states.
How the CSPDCL bill is calculated
Bijli Bill Half Yojana
Chhattisgarh’s Bijli Bill Half scheme cuts the energy charge in half for domestic consumers using 400 units or less a month — a major saving. Bills also carry a ₹0.30/unit VCA surcharge and roughly 8% electricity duty.
How the Chhattisgarh bill is calculated
Chhattisgarh domestic supply is billed monthly. Consumption is split across telescopic slabs from ₹4.1 to ₹8.3/unit, each band charged at its own rate. A fixed charge of ₹20 per kW of sanctioned load applies, plus a 8% electricity duty, and a ₹0.3/unit fuel/variable-cost surcharge.
Your bill, component by component
Based on the 200-unit example above. Expand each line for what it means and whether you can influence it.
Energy chargeReducible₹840.00+
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 ₹840.00.
Fuel cost adjustment (FCA)Set by DISCOM₹60.00+
A ₹0.3/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₹60.00+
Charged regardless of how many units you use (₹20/kW × 3 kW). The only way to change this line is to change your phase, sanctioned load, or connection type.
Electricity dutyStatutory₹67.20+
A 8% state government levy on the energy charge — set by statute, not by the DISCOM, and not reducible by usage pattern.
What's included in your bill
| Component | What it is | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Energy charge | Units × slab rate, telescopic | ₹4.10–₹8.30/unit |
| Fuel cost adjustment | Pass-through fuel surcharge | ₹0.3/unit |
| Fixed charge | Flat, independent of usage | ₹20/kW of sanctioned load |
| Electricity duty | State government levy | 8% |
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.
☀️ See how much solar could save you in Chhattisgarh
Rooftop solar can cut this bill sharply. Check your payback period and PM Surya Ghar subsidy in under a minute.
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 ₹122.07/year at Chhattisgarh's top slab rate (₹9.29/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 ₹5,178.37/year in Chhattisgarh.
See the full comparison →How does CSPDCL compare?
CSPDCL
Chhattisgarh
Top slab rate
₹8.30/unit
Base slab
₹4.10
Slabs
5
Billing
monthly
Duty
8%
MPCZ
Madhya Pradesh
Top slab rate
₹7.25/unit
↓ 13% cheaper than CSPDCL
Base slab
₹4.25
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
TSSPDCL
Telangana
Top slab rate
₹6.50/unit
↓ 22% cheaper than CSPDCL
Base slab
₹1.95
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
6%
JBVNL
Jharkhand
Top slab rate
₹6.85/unit
↓ 17% cheaper than CSPDCL
Base slab
₹6.85
Slabs
1
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
Top Slab Rate Comparison
CSPDCL's top domestic slab rate is ₹8.30/unit — cheaper than MPCZ (₹7.25/unit), — cheaper than TSSPDCL (₹6.50/unit), — cheaper than JBVNL (₹6.85/unit). Billing cycles also differ: CSPDCL bills monthly, while MPCZ bills monthly, TSSPDCL bills monthly, JBVNL bills monthly.
Tips to reduce your CSPDCL bill
- Where practical, keep usage below your next slab threshold — the marginal units above ₹8.30/unit cost the most.
- The ₹0.3/unit fuel cost adjustment applies to every unit you use, so reducing overall consumption reduces this line too — unlike the fixed charge.
- 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 CSPDCL
When Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh on 1 November 2000, under the MP Reorganisation Act, 2000, the erstwhile MP Electricity Board (MPEB) was split between the two new states. The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Board (CSEB) began operations on 1 December 2000.
Following the Electricity Act 2003, CSEB was restructured into five companies. Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Co. Ltd (CSPDCL) was established on 1 January 2009 and is the sole distribution licensee for all 33 districts of the state, including Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai and Korba.
Does CSPDCL supply electricity to Raipur?
Yes. CSPDCL is the single, statewide distribution company for all 33 districts of Chhattisgarh, including Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai, Korba and Jagdalpur — there is no regional split to check.
How to check and pay your bill
- 1Visit the official CSPDCL bill payment portal
- 2Enter your BP (Business Partner) number to fetch your current bill
- 3Verify the amount and pay via UPI, card or net banking
- 4Save the payment receipt for your records
Official portal
cspdcl.co.in (official CSPDCL portal)
Helpline
1912 / 1800-233-1920 (24×7)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chhattisgarh electricity tariff telescopic?
Yes. Chhattisgarh charges telescopically: each slab is billed at its own rate, so moving up a slab does not re-price your cheaper units.
What is the fixed charge for a Chhattisgarh domestic connection?
The fixed charge is ₹20 per kW of sanctioned load.
How accurate is this Chhattisgarh bill estimate?
It uses the published domestic slab rates and is a close estimate, not a billing-grade figure. The Bijli Bill Half 50% concession is not applied automatically here. Always confirm against your official CSPDCL bill.
Does CSPDCL supply electricity to all of Chhattisgarh?
Yes. CSPDCL is the sole distribution licensee for all 33 districts of Chhattisgarh, including Raipur, Bilaspur, Durg-Bhilai, Korba and Jagdalpur — there is no regional split.
How do I check or pay my CSPDCL bill online?
Pay via the official portal at cspdcl.co.in. For queries, call the 24×7 toll-free helpline 1912 or 1800-233-1920.
What is CSPDCL, and how did it form?
When Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh on 1 November 2000 under the MP Reorganisation Act, the erstwhile MP Electricity Board was split, and the Chhattisgarh State Electricity Board (CSEB) began operations on 1 December 2000. Following the Electricity Act 2003, CSEB was restructured into five companies, with Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Co. Ltd (CSPDCL) established on 1 January 2009.