Palakkad, a city in Kerala, is governed by the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), responsible for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity throughout the state. KSEB aims to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to Palakkad’s residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. Palakkad's electricity board efficiently manages the demand, balancing the needs of both urban and rural consumers. Over the years, KSEB has implemented initiatives to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy usage, contributing to the state’s sustainability goals.

Additionally, customers can conveniently pay their electricity bills using theBajaj Pay – the BBPS platform on Bajaj Finserv. Bajaj Pay is a secure andaccessible avenue for users to handle their Palakkad electricity bill effortlessly.

Overview of electricity charges in Palakkad

Here is a table summarising the electricity unit rates:

Slab (units/month)	Fixed charges (Rs/consumer/month)	Energy charges (Rs/kWh) (revised)
0-50	40	3.25
51-100	65	4.05
101-150	85	5.10
151-200	120	6.95
201-250	120	8.20
251-300	150	6.40
301-350	175	7.25
351-400	200	7.50
401-500	230	7.90
Above 500	260	8.80

How to calculate domestic charges in Palakkad

Calculating domestic electricity charges in Palakkad involves several key components:

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to check a Palakkad electricity bill

To check your Palakkad electricity bill, follow these steps:

Visit KSEB website: Go to the official website of Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) depending on your region.

Consumer services: Click on the ‘CONSUMER SERVICES’ tab and select ‘ONLINE SERVICES’ from the drop-down menu.

Bill details: Choose the ‘PAY YOUR BILL’ option and enter your Unique Service Number to view your bill details.

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

By following these steps, you can easily check your Palakkad electricity bill. In addition, Bajaj Finserv also provides electricity bill payment services.

Steps to make Palakkad electricity bill payment online on Bajaj Finserv

Here are the steps to make Palakkad electricity bill payment online on Bajaj Finserv:

• 1. Visit the Bajaj Finserv website or click on https://www.bajajfinserv.in/
• 2. Go to the ‘ELECTRICITY BILL PAYMENT’ under the ‘PAYMENTS’ section
• 3. Click on ‘PAY NOW’
• 4. Select ‘KERELA STATE ELECTRICITY BOARD LTD.’ as your electricity board from the drop-down menu
• 5. Enter your ‘CONSUMER NUMBER’ and click on ‘FETCH BILL’
• 6. Select a payment method from the list of available payment options such as credit card, debit card, e-wallet, UPI, and net banking
• 7. After choosing your preferred payment mode, enter the requested payment details.

Fees 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.