The Electricity Board of Allahabad, now known as Prayagraj, is governed by the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL). UPPCL oversees the distribution and management of electricity across major cities in Uttar Pradesh, including Allahabad. Established to meet the growing demands of the region, the board is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted power supply to residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The electricity board provides services that range from bill generation to efficient power supply management and ensures adherence to government energy policies.

In Allahabad, like other cities in Uttar Pradesh, electricity distribution is crucial to support urban and rural development. The board works closely with the state's energy policies to provide affordable and reliable power services to residents. The introduction of subsidies, incentives, and efficient billing practices are aimed at making energy consumption easier to manage for consumers. By maintaining transparent pricing models and a user-friendly bill calculation system, the electricity board ensures that residents can easily access necessary utilities.

You can use online platforms like Bajaj Pay to manage and pay your electricity bills in Allahabad.

Overview of electricity charges in Allahabad

Here is a summary of the electricity charges in Allahabad 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

How to calculate domestic electricity charges in Allahabad

To calculate domestic electricity charges in Allahabad, follow these steps:

1. Determine consumption slab: Identify the total number of units consumed in the billing period.

2. Apply tariff rates: Check which tariff slab your consumption falls into (e.g., LT-I A, LT-I B, LT-I C). Apply the respective per-unit charges for each slab.

3. Calculate energy charges: Multiply the number of units in each slab by the corresponding per-unit rate. Sum up the charges for all slabs.

4. Add fixed charges: Include the fixed charges based on the kW demand, if applicable.

5. Calculate electricity duty: Multiply the total units consumed by the electricity duty rate (0.06 paise per unit).

6. Add customer charges: Include customer charges based on the consumption slab.

7. Sum up all charges: Add energy charges, fixed charges, electricity duty, and customer charges to get the total bill amount.

8. Check minimum charges: Ensure the total bill is not less than the minimum charges specified by the electricity board.

9. Adjustments and final bill: Apply any adjustments for previous payments or credits. The final amount is your total electricity bill for the period.

By following these steps, you can accurately calculate your residential electricity charges in Allahabad. You can also make all your electricity bill payments on Bajaj Finserv easily,

How to check Allahabad electricity bill

To check your Allahabad electricity bill, follow these steps:

1. Visit Allahabad electricity website: Go to the official website of Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) depending on your region.

2. Consumer services: Click on the “CONSUMER SERVICES” tab and select “ONLINE SERVICES” from the drop-down menu.

3. Bill details: Choose the “PAY YOUR BILL” option and enter your Unique Service Number to view your bill details.

4. Alternative method: You can also use the Bajaj Finserv app or other payment platforms to check your bill by selecting Allahabad or UPERC and entering your Unique Service Number.

5. Offline option: Alternatively, visit the nearest Allahabad office or collection centre with your account number and identification to check your bill.

Steps to pay electricity bill on Bajaj Finserv

Here are the steps to pay electricity bill on Bajaj Finserv website:

1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website

2. Navigate to ‘ELECTRICITY BILL PAYMENT’ under ‘PAYMENTS’

3. Click on ‘PAY NOW’ under ‘ELECTRICITY BILL PAYMENT’ section

4. Choose your electricity board as ‘UPPCL’ from the drop-down

5. Enter ‘CONSUMER NUMBER’ and click on ‘PROCEED’

6. Verify the electricity bill details and click on ‘PROCEED TO PAY’

7. Select from desired payment methods such as debit/credit card or net banking or Bajaj Pay UPI or Bajaj Pay Wallet

Once the payment is completed, transaction details will be sent via a notification.