Electricity Bill Payment Online Through Bajaj Pay
Pay your electricity bill online for any DISCOM with Bajaj Pay. Enter your consumer number, check the amount and due date, and pay securely in minutes.
In Summary
You can pay your electricity bill online through Bajaj Pay on the Bajaj Finance app or website for most major electricity boards across India. Enter your consumer number, fetch your bill, and pay using UPI, cards, net banking, or wallet.
- No convenience fee applies on electricity bill payments through Bajaj Pay, regardless of payment mode or DISCOM.
- Most payments reflect instantly or within a few minutes; in some cases, it can take up to 24 hours depending on the DISCOM.
- You can enable autopay so your bill is settled automatically each billing cycle.
- If a payment fails, any debited amount is automatically refunded to your original payment method within a few working days.
You can pay and manage electricity bills through the Bajaj Pay section on the Bajaj Finance app or website. Both let you fetch your bill, choose a payment mode, and confirm in a few steps.
How do I pay my electricity bill online on Bajaj Pay?
Electricity bills are issued monthly by state or privately-owned electricity boards and need to be paid by the due date to avoid a supply interruption. Bajaj Pay, the Bharat Connect payments platform on Bajaj Finance, lets you pay for most DISCOMs at no extra cost.
- Open the Bajaj Finance app or visit the Bajaj Finance website and log in or register if you're new. On the website, you'll log in with your mobile number and an OTP.
- Go to "Bills and Recharges" and select "Electricity."
- Select or search for your electricity provider.
- Enter the requested details, such as your Service or Consumer Number and City or Sub-Division code.
- Tap "Proceed" to view your total bill amount.
- Tap "Proceed to Pay" and choose your payment method.
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Once the transaction is complete, you'll get notified that the payment was successful.
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Is electricity bill payment on Bajaj Pay free and secure?
Yes. There is zero transaction fee on electricity bill payments made through Bajaj Pay, regardless of DISCOM or payment mode. Bajaj Pay is an RBI-regulated payment platform, and every transaction is end-to-end encrypted to protect your payment and personal details.
How do I set up auto-pay for my electricity bill on Bajaj Pay?
- Open the Bajaj Finance app and go to "Bajaj Pay."
- Go to "Bills and Recharges" section and then select "Electricity" from the list.
- Choose your saved electricity biller, or add one if you haven't already.
- Tap "Enable AutoPay" and confirm your preferred payment method.
- Your bill will now be paid automatically each billing cycle, helping you avoid late payments.
Why pay electricity bill on Bajaj Pay?
- Ease of payment: pay your electricity bill anytime, from home, before the due date
- Multiple payment methods: credit or debit cards, net banking, UPI, or Bajaj Pay Wallet
- Safe and secure: robust security measures protect your payment details
- Instant billing receipts: get a transaction ID and receipt the moment payment goes through
What payment methods can I use for electricity bill payment?
The Bajaj Pay platform offers several ways to pay:
- Credit card/debit card: Widely accepted; pay using an eligible credit or debit card.
- Net banking: select your bank from the list and use your existing net banking credentials
- Bajaj Pay UPI: instant fund transfer directly from your bank account via any UPI app
- Bajaj Pay Wallet: pay using your Bajaj Pay Wallet balance if you have one
What is the electricity subsidy in India?
An electricity subsidy in India is financial support from the government to reduce power costs for eligible consumers, applied through automatic tariff adjustments or application-based benefits. Coverage typically includes domestic households, MSMEs, and select industries. State electricity subsidy policies and free-electricity schemes determine eligibility, limits, and billing benefits at the consumer level, alongside central initiatives like rooftop solar that promote long-term savings.
How is my electricity bill calculated?
- Units consumed: your bill primarily depends on total units (kWh) used during the billing period.
- Tariff rates: different rates apply based on slabs, with higher rates at higher usage levels.
- Fixed charges: a standard fee applies based on your connection type, residential or commercial.
- Additional surcharges: taxes, fuel adjustments, and other surcharges vary by region.
Each component can differ by location and connection type. For a detailed estimate, try the electricity bill calculator.
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Frequently asked questions
Electricity Provider website:
- Visit your electricity board's website (for example, Mahavitaran for Maharashtra).
- Log in to your account using your consumer number or login credentials.
- Navigate to the ‘PAYMENT HISTORY’ or ‘TRANSACTION HISTORY’ section.
- Locate the specific bill payment that you want a receipt for.
- There should be a ‘DOWNLOAD RECEIPT’ or ‘VIEW RECEIPT’ option. Click on it to download a PDF or view the receipt online.
Payment App/Website (if you paid through a third party):
- If you paid through a bill payment app or website like Bajaj Finance, log in to your account.
- Go to the ‘TRANSACTIONS’ or ‘BILL PAYMENTS’ section.
- Find the specific electricity bill payment.
- Look for a ‘DOWNLOAD RECEIPT’ or ‘VIEW RECEIPT’ option for that transaction. You can then download the receipt or view it online.
After completing your electricity bill payment on the Bajaj Finance BBPS platform, a digital receipt is generated instantly. You can access the bijli bill payment receipt through your registered email, SMS, or transaction history on Bajaj Finance.
To download the light bill, visit the Bajaj Finance BBPS platform, select electricity bill payment, enter your consumer number, and view the bill details. You can then download or save the bill for future reference.
You can find your light bill consumer number on your physical bill or e-bill received on your SMS or email. You can also contact your provider’s customer support to get your consumer number.
No. There is zero transaction fee on electricity bill payments through Bajaj Pay, regardless of payment mode or DISCOM.
The term ‘arrear’ in an electricity bill refers to the outstanding amount that is past due and has not been paid on time. It essentially signifies the accumulated unpaid balance from previous billing cycles.
To calculate a bijli bill, subtract the previous meter reading from the current reading to determine units consumed. Multiply the units by the applicable tariff, then add fixed charges, taxes, or subsidies to arrive at the final bill amount.
If your electricity bill payment fails, the amount is usually not deducted. If it is debited, the amount is automatically refunded to your original payment method within a few working days.
Most electricity bill payments reflect instantly or within a few minutes. In some cases, it may take up to 24 hours depending on the DISCOM and technical processing.
Yes. Payments are processed through secure, Bharat Connect-enabled systems with encrypted transactions and instant receipts.
Yes. You can enable autopay on Bajaj Pay to ensure your electricity bill payment is completed automatically each billing cycle, helping you avoid late payments.
Bajaj Finance supports electricity bill payments for most major DISCOMs across India. You can check your specific electricity board while selecting the operator during payment.
If you accidentally pay the wrong DISCOM, raise a support request on Bajaj Finance immediately. Refund eligibility depends on the biller’s policy and payment status.
Yes. It is safe to pay electricity bill on Bajaj Finance. Payments are processed through secure, BBPSenabled systems with encrypted transactions and instant receipts.
