The electricity sector in Gangtok is managed by the Power Department, Government of Sikkim.Gangtok falls under the jurisdiction of the Sikkim State Electricity Regulatory Commission. The SSERC is responsible for providing electricity to various regions in Sikkim, including Gangtok . The SSERC is part of the state government entity that oversees electricity distribution, maintenance, and customer services.

The SSERC strives to provide a reliable and uninterrupted power supply to its consumers. In Gangtok, it manages electricity distribution for residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The department also handles services such as setting up new connections, maintaining infrastructure, and addressing complaints related to power outages and billing. Consumers can access a variety of online services like bill payment, new connection applications, and grievance redressal through the SSERC website or its local offices. Tariff rates are regulated by the department, with different slabs applied based on usage.

Overview of electricity charges in Gangtok

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

For domestic consumers

Slab (kWh)	Rate (Rs./kWh)	Fixed Charges (Rs./kW/Month)
0 - 50	1.10	20/kW
51 - 100	2.10	20/kW
100 - 200	3.10	20/kW
201 - 400	3.60	20/kW
Above 400	4.10	20/kW

For non-domestic consumers

Unit Range	Per Unit Charge (Rs.)	Fixed Charges (Rs./kW/month)
0 - 50	3.10	100
51 - 100	4.10	100
100 - 200	5.10	100
201 - 400	6.10	100
Above 400	6.40	70/kW

You can pay your electricity bills conveniently through the Bajaj Pay app. You can utilize Bajaj Pay for various transactions, such as making bill payments, recharging mobile phones, and transferring funds to merchants or bank accounts.

Steps to pay electricity bill online using Bajaj Finserv

To pay your electricity bill using Bajaj Finserv, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website or open the Bajaj Finserv app.

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

3. Select your electricity board from the drop-down menu.

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

5. Choose a payment method (credit/debit card, UPI, e-wallets, or net banking) using Bajaj Pay.

6. Enter the required payment details.

7. Review the information and click on ‘PAY NOW’ to complete the transaction.

You will receive an instant confirmation of your payment via email or SMS.

How to calculate domestic charges in Gangtok

To calculate domestic electricity charges in Gangtok, 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 and 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.

4. Sum up the charges: Add the charges for all slabs.

5. Add fixed charges: Include the fixed charges based on the kW demand.

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

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

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

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

10. 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 Gangtok . You can also make all your electricity bill payments on Bajaj Finserv easily.

How to check a Gangtok electricity bill

To check your Gangtok electricity bill, follow these steps:

1. Visit SSERC website: Go to the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited.

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.

Alternatively, visit the nearest SSERC office or collection centre with your account number and identification to check your bill.