Current of inflation in Jharkhand, electricity will become expensive from April 1, increase in domestic and commercial rates by 6.12%

News India Live, Digital Desk: The beginning of the new financial year is going to be heavy on the pockets of crores of electricity consumers of Jharkhand. Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC) on Wednesday (25 March 2026) has announced the new electricity tariff for the year 2026-27. Chairman of the Commission Justice (Retd) Navneet Kumar Told in the press conference that the average electricity rates in the state 6.12 percent Has been increased. new rates 1 April 2026 Will be effective from.

Burden on domestic consumers: Increase of 55 paise per unit in urban areas

The Commission has chosen the path of a balanced increase by rejecting JBVNL’s huge proposal of 59% increase.

Urban Household Consumers: Now electricity rates in urban areas Rs 6.85 more than Rs 7.40 per unit It will be done. That means a direct increase of 55 paise.

Rural Domestic Consumers: rate in rural areas Rs 6.70 increased from Rs 7.20 per unit Has been increased (increase by 50 paise).

A matter of relief: The Commission has currently kept the beneficiaries of the scheme of free electricity (State Subsidy) up to 125 units out of the impact of this increase.

Commercial and Industrial Rates: Industries also got a shock

Electricity has also been made expensive for business and industrial activities:

Urban Commercial: Rates increased from Rs 6.70 Rs 7.30 per unit Has happened.

Rural Commercial: increased from Rs 6.20 Rs 6.70 per unit Have been decided.

Big relief: in all categories Fixed Charges No changes have been made in and meter rent has been completely abolished.

Innovation and Incentive: Huge discount on digital payment

The Commission has also added several new provisions to encourage consumers:

Prompt Payment Rebate: If you make payment within 5 days of bill generation, you will get 2% off Will get it.

Prepaid Smart Meter: Energy charges for consumers installing smart meters Extra 3% off Will be given.

EV Charging: Charging rates during solar hours (9 am to 4 pm) to promote electric vehicles Reduction from Rs 7.31 to Rs 7 per unit. Has been done.

Root Top Solar and Green Energy

Keeping the environment in mind, the Commission has introduced ‘Gross Metering’ for rooftop solar. Rs 4.16 And for ‘Net Metering’ Rs 3.80 per unit The rate has been determined. Additionally, an additional tariff of Rs 0.95 per unit has also been approved for consumers seeking green energy.

New Tariff Card (effective from 1 April 2026):