Garhbeta, a town in West Bengal, is embracing modernisation through the adoption of smart meters. The West Bengal State Electricity Board (WBSEB) has introduced this advanced technology to ensure efficient energy usage and simplify bill management for residents. Smart meters are revolutionising how people track electricity usage, reducing discrepancies in bills and offering transparent consumption details. These devices eliminate manual metre readings, replacing them with automated and real-time updates.

The introduction of smart meters in Garhbeta has streamlined the process of managing utility expenses. With facilities like online and offline recharges, users can now top up their accounts effortlessly. The availability of customer support ensures residents have access to assistance for issues related to usage, recharging, and balance inquiries. The following sections provide an in-depth understanding of smart meters, their benefits, and recharge options available in Garhbeta.

Bajaj Pay, the BBPS platform from Bajaj Finserv, simplifies the process of recharging your smart meters. With this platform, you can recharge your electricity smart meter, make payments, and access your recharge receipts quickly and efficiently. Bajaj Pay also supports a wide range of other financial transactions, making it an all-in-one solution for managing multiple payments with ease.

Understanding smart meters

Smart meters are innovative devices designed to monitor and record electricity consumption in real-time. Unlike traditional meters, they provide accurate readings without manual intervention. They also help users understand their energy usage patterns and control expenses more effectively.

What is a smart meter

A smart meter is an electronic device that measures electricity consumption digitally. It eliminates the need for manual readings by automatically sending data to the electricity board. This real-time tracking improves billing accuracy and enables better energy management.

Benefits of using smart meters

Here are the key benefits of using a smart meter for your electricity connection:

• Real-time monitoring: Tracks energy consumption instantly, helping users manage their electricity usage efficiently.
• Accurate billing: Eliminates errors caused by manual readings, ensuring correct billing for users.
• Cost savings: Provides insights into usage, allowing users to reduce unnecessary energy consumption.
• Convenient recharge: Offers easy online and offline options for topping up accounts.

How to recharge your smart meter in Garhbeta

Residents of Garhbeta can recharge their smart meters through both online and offline methods, ensuring convenience for all. The process is user-friendly and can be completed within minutes. Users can access digital payment platforms for online recharges or visit designated centres for offline transactions. The West Bengal State Electricity Board ensures the recharge system is secure and straightforward.

Online recharges are popular due to their ease of access. Customers can use platforms like Bajaj Finserv to make payments seamlessly. Alternatively, offline methods cater to those who prefer in-person interactions, with local offices and customer service centres providing assistance.

Online recharge

Online recharges are convenient for users who prefer digital platforms. Websites and apps like Bajaj Finserv simplify the process with their user-friendly interfaces. Users only need an active internet connection and their WBSEB account details to recharge instantly.

Offline recharge options

For residents without internet access, WBSEB provides offline recharge facilities. Users can visit the nearest WBSEB office or authorised centres to recharge their smart meters. Customer service representatives ensure the process is quick and hassle-free.

Contact information for smart meter services

The West Bengal State Electricity Board offers comprehensive support for smart meter-related inquiries. Residents can contact the WBSEB office in Garhbeta for assistance.

Garhbeta office contacts:

Service	Contact number	Office address
WBSEB customer support	19121	Garhbeta WBSEB Office, West Bengal

Steps to pay your electricity bill online on the Bajaj Finserv website

Paying the electricity bill through the Bajaj Finserv website is simple. Here are the steps:

1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website

2. Navigate to ‘ALL PAYMENTS’ under the ‘PAYMENTS’ section and click on it

3. Select the ‘ELECTRICITY BILL’ option from under ‘BILLS AND RECHARGES’

4. A pop-up will request for sign-in, enter your mobile number and click on ‘GET OTP’ to login

5. Select your service provider from the list of power suppliers

6. Enter your ‘CUSTOMER ID’ and click on ‘FETCH YOUR BILL’

7. Verify the bill amount and click on ‘PAY NOW’

8. Pay using the multiple payment methods available such as Bajaj Pay UPI, debit card, credit card, net banking, and Bajaj Pay Wallet.

Post the transaction you will be receiving a confirmation to intimate about successful payment.


Fee and charges

A convenience fee of up to 2% will be charged depending on the transaction amount and payment mode (inclusive of applicable taxes). For more information on fees and charges, click here.



Note: For failed transactions, the total amount including charges except taxes are reversed.