The city of Oran has embraced smart meters to enhance its energy management system. These state-of-the-art devices provide real-time monitoring of electricity consumption, enabling residents to manage their usage efficiently. By automating meter readings, smart meters ensure accurate billing and eliminate discrepancies. The initiative supports Oran’s efforts to modernise its utility services and ensure equitable energy distribution. Recharging smart meters is straightforward, with multiple convenient options available for consumers. This modernisation promotes transparency and encourages responsible energy use. The introduction of smart meters in Oran represents a progressive step toward a sustainable and efficient energy future for the city and its residents.

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 advanced electricity meters that provide real-time information on energy consumption. They are equipped with digital technology to transmit usage data directly to the electricity board.

This innovation eliminates manual meter readings, offering accurate billing and monitoring. Consumers in Oran benefit from improved transparency and control over their electricity usage.

What is a smart meter

A smart meter is an electronic device that records energy usage and communicates this data to the service provider.

It ensures accurate billing, tracks consumption patterns, and supports real-time recharges. Smart meters enable users to manage their energy efficiently, reducing costs and environmental impact.

Benefits of using smart meters

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

• Accurate billing: Eliminates discrepancies caused by manual readings.
• Real-time monitoring: Tracks electricity consumption instantly.
• Energy efficiency: Encourages responsible usage and reduces wastage.
• Convenient recharge: Supports online and offline recharge options.
• Environmental benefits: Promotes sustainable energy practices.

How to recharge your smart meter in Oran

Recharging your smart meter in Oran is straightforward and convenient, with options available online and offline. The electricity board offers various platforms to facilitate quick payments.

Residents can recharge using digital platforms like mobile apps, websites, or authorised payment centres. The process is designed to ensure simplicity and efficiency, allowing users to maintain uninterrupted electricity services.

For offline options, Residents can visit these locations with their meter details and recharge their accounts. These centres ensure accessibility for users who may lack access to online facilities.

Online recharge

Digital platforms make smart meter recharges efficient. The Bajaj Finserv website and mobile app provide seamless and secure payment options.

Users can recharge using credit cards, debit cards, net banking, or UPI systems. These methods ensure instant processing and uninterrupted electricity supply, enhancing the user experience.

Offline recharge options

For users preferring physical transactions, offline recharge options are available at authorised payment centres in Oran.

Residents can visit these centres, provide their smart meter details, and make payments in cash or other accepted forms. UPPCL ensures that these centres are accessible and equipped to handle customer queries effectively.

Contact information for smart meter services

Efficient support services ensure that residents in Oran receive timely assistance for their smart meter needs.

For smart meter services in Oran, you can contact UPPCL. Here are the relevant contact details:

• Customer care number: 1912 (Available 24/7)
• Website: UPPCL Official Website

Oran office contact

To contact the electricity office in Oran, Uttar Pradesh, you can reach out to the following:

Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL)

• Location: Kalpi Bus Stand, Orai
• PIN code: 285001
• Mobile: 9415909404

Electricity tariff rates in Oran

Here is a summary of the electricity charges in Oran for different categories, presented in a table format:

Category	Fixed Charge	Energy Charge	Tariff Payable
Domestic (Rural)	Rs. 50 / kW / month	Up to 100 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh101-150 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh151-300 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWhAbove 300 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh	Up to 100 kWh: Rs. 3.00/kWh101-150 kWh: Rs. 5.50/kWh151-300 kWh: Rs. 6.00/kWhAbove 300 kWh: Rs. 6.50/kWh
Domestic (Urban)	Rs. 130 / BHP / month	Rs. 6.50 / kWh	Rs. 6.00 / kWh (after subsidy)
Non-Domestic (Rural)	Rs. 110 / kW / month	Rs. 6.50 / kWh	Rs. 5.50 / kWh (after subsidy)
Non-Domestic (Urban)	Load up to 4 kW: Rs. 330 / kW / monthAbove 4 kW: Rs. 450 / kW / month	Up to 300 kWh: Rs. 7.50/kWhAbove 300 kWh: Rs. 8.40/kWh	Varies by load and consumption

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 the ‘PAYMENTS’ section and click on ‘PAY NOW’ under the ‘ELECTRICITY BILL’ option

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

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

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

6. 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.