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Accurate estimates for Goa · GED
Estimated monthly bill
₹595.00
| 1–100 @ ₹2.1 × 100 | ₹210.00 |
| 101–200 @ ₹3.1 × 100 | ₹310.00 |
| Energy charge | ₹520.00 |
| Fuel cost adjustment (₹0/unit) | ₹0.00 |
| Fixed charge (₹25/kW × 3 kW) | ₹75.00 |
| Total | ₹595.00 |
Worked example
A 200-unit monthly Goa residential bill (single-phase) works out to ₹012345678901234567890123456789. That is ₹520.00 energy charge + ₹75.00 fixed charge.
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Enter what you want to spend, and we'll tell you the maximum units that stays within it — the exact inverse of the calculator above.
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Tell us your target bill, we'll tell you how many units that buys
You can use up to
296 units
for a monthly bill of ₹998.20 (within your ₹1,000.00 budget)
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
GED bills monthly.
Goa residential tariff slabs
| Slab (units) | Rate (₹/unit) |
|---|---|
| 0–100 | ₹2.10 |
| 101–200 | ₹3.10 |
| 201–300 | ₹4.20 |
| 301–400 | ₹5.40 |
| 401–above | ₹6.60 |
| Fixed charge | ₹25/kW of sanctioned load |
Effective from 1 April 2025 · Verified 29 August 2026 · source order
Two worked examples
Lower usage
₹595.00
200 units · ₹520.00 energy + ₹75.00 fixed
Higher usage
₹2,083.00
480 units · ₹2,008.00 energy + ₹75.00 fixed
Common GED bill traps
No free-unit slab, unlike Delhi or Punjab
Goa's first 100 units are cheap at ₹2.10/unit, but there is no free-unit allowance — you're billed from the very first unit, unlike states that zero out a starting block.
The combined duty isn't in this estimate
A ₹0.30/unit combined electricity and public-lighting duty applies on top of the slab rates and is not modelled here, so your real GED bill will run a little higher.
GED is a government department, not a company
Unlike most states, Goa's electricity supply is run directly by a government department rather than a corporatised discom — billing processes and portals may look different from states you're used to.
How the GED bill is calculated
Cheap first slab, but no free units
Goa has one of the cheapest opening slabs in India (₹2.10 for the first 100 units) but, unlike Delhi or Punjab, offers no free-unit slab — you are billed from the very first unit. A five-tier telescopic structure applies.
How the Goa bill is calculated
Goa domestic supply is billed monthly. Consumption is split across telescopic slabs from ₹2.1 to ₹6.6/unit, each band charged at its own rate. A fixed charge of ₹25 per kW of sanctioned load applies.
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₹520.00+
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 ₹520.00.
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₹75.00+
Charged regardless of how many units you use (₹25/kW × 3 kW). 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 | ₹2.10–₹6.60/unit |
| Fixed charge | Flat, independent of usage | ₹25/kW of sanctioned load |
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 ₹86.72/year at Goa's top slab rate (₹6.60/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 ₹3,678.93/year in Goa.
See the full comparison →How does GED compare?
GED
Goa
Top slab rate
₹6.60/unit
Base slab
₹2.10
Slabs
5
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
MSEDCL
Maharashtra
Top slab rate
₹9.56/unit
↑ 45% costlier than GED
Base slab
₹3.25
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
16%
MGVCL
Gujarat
Top slab rate
₹5.20/unit
↓ 21% cheaper than GED
Base slab
₹3.05
Slabs
4
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
BESCOM
Karnataka
Top slab rate
₹8.60/unit
↑ 30% costlier than GED
Base slab
₹5.90
Slabs
3
Billing
monthly
Duty
0%
Top Slab Rate Comparison
GED's top domestic slab rate is ₹6.60/unit — more expensive than MSEDCL (₹9.56/unit), — cheaper than MGVCL (₹5.20/unit), — more expensive than BESCOM (₹8.60/unit). Billing cycles also differ: GED bills monthly, while MSEDCL bills monthly, MGVCL bills monthly, BESCOM bills monthly.
Tips to reduce your GED bill
- Where practical, keep usage below your next slab threshold — the marginal units above ₹6.60/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 GED
The Goa Electricity Department (GED) was established in 1963 and remains a direct department of the Government of Goa — it was never unbundled or corporatised into a separate distribution company, unlike almost every other Indian state.
GED is the sole licensee for generation, transmission and distribution across the entire state, covering Panaji, Margao, Vasco and all other areas of Goa.
Does GED supply electricity to all of Goa?
Yes. GED is the single, statewide electricity provider for Goa, covering Panaji, Margao, Vasco and every other part of the state — there is no regional split or separate discom to check.
How to check and pay your bill
- 1Visit the official GED website's Pay Online section
- 2Enter your Consumer 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
goaelectricity.gov.in (official GED portal)
Helpline
1912 (24×7)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Goa electricity tariff telescopic?
Yes. Goa 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 Goa domestic connection?
The fixed charge is ₹25 per kW of sanctioned load.
How accurate is this Goa bill estimate?
It uses the published domestic slab rates and is a close estimate, not a billing-grade figure. A ₹0.30/unit combined electricity + public-lighting duty is not modelled here. Always confirm against your official GED bill.
Does GED supply electricity to all of Goa?
Yes. The Goa Electricity Department is a direct government department and the sole licensee for generation, transmission and distribution across the entire state — including Panaji, Margao and Vasco — unlike most Indian states, which have corporatised or split their electricity boards.
How do I check or pay my GED bill online?
Pay via the official portal at goaelectricity.gov.in (Pay Online section), or through the Goa Online e-bill service. For queries, call the 24×7 helpline 1912.
What is GED, and how long has it existed?
The Goa Electricity Department (GED) was established in 1963 and has remained a government department ever since — it was never corporatised or privatised, making it one of the last true state "electricity boards" in India.