Complete Guide to Protected and Non-Protected Tariffs

Many consumers are fed up with heavy electricity bills, which is a big problem. After crossing the protected limit once, electricity users will be charged the non-protected tariff for six months. But who are the protected and non-protected electricity consumers? Let’s dive into the complete details below:

Who Are Protected Electricity Consumers?

The total number of electricity consumers nationwide is more than 228 million. Protected consumers are those who consume up to 200 units of electricity monthly. Lifeline consumers, using 1 to 100 monthly units, also fall under this category. The basic electricity tariff for these consumers is 3 rupees 95 paise, resulting in bills ranging from 200 to 300 rupees. For those using up to 100 units, the tariff is Rs 7.74 per unit, leading to a bill of approximately Rs 1000 for 51 to 100 units.

Transition to Non-Protected Tariffs

Suppose protected domestic consumers reach 100 to 200 units. In that case, their tariff per unit is Rs. 10. However, if the monthly and three-monthly adjustments increase consumption above 200 units, the consumer moves to the non-protected category. This change significantly impacts the electricity bill, increasing it from Rs. 10 to Rs. 27-30 per unit, including tax. Non-protected consumers using 201 to 300 units can expect a bill of at least Rs. 6,000.

Detailed Breakdown of Protected and Non-Protected Tariffs

Complete details of protected and non-protected tariffs are shown below.

Protected Tariff

Non-Protected Tariff

If a consumer crosses the protected limit once, electricity users will be charged the non-protected tariff for six months. The protected limit is 200 units per month.

Non-protected consumers face several permanent checks and surcharges. Rs: 3.41 in fuel charges and 5.72 in basic electricity tariff units will increase. Considering these factors, non-protected users should prepare for heavy electricity bills.

Strategies to Manage High Electricity Bills

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Understanding the complexity of electricity tariffs can help consumers manage their expenses better. Staying informed and adopting energy-saving practices can significantly reduce the burden of high electricity bills.

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