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Apply for New Electricity Connection in Bihar — Suvidha App & Portal

बिहार नया बिजली कनेक्शन ऑनलाइन आवेदन — सुविधा ऐप एवं पोर्टल

Official procedure to apply for domestic, commercial, or agricultural new electricity connections in Bihar under Har Ghar Bijli.

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Application Mode

Online (nbpdcl.co.in / sbpdcl.co.in / Suvidha App)

Instant quick bill payment via Consumer Account (CA) number, new LT connection via Suvidha app, and smart meter recharge online.

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Fee

As Invoiced / Free Portal Access

Online bill enquiry and payment gateways are free of surcharges. New connection processing fee and security deposit are determined by BERC tariff regulations.

Processing Time

Instant Bill Payment / 7-15 Days for New Connection

Bill payment is updated immediately in the DISCOM database with an official computer-generated receipt. New connections are released within statutory SLA upon field verification.

Direct Action Portal

Direct Suvidha Portal

Overview

Power distribution in Bihar is managed by North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (NBPDCL) and South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (SBPDCL) under BSPHCL.

Citizens can make instant electricity bill payments using their Consumer Account (CA) number without logging in, download digitally signed GST payment receipts, apply for new domestic/commercial connections via the Suvidha portal, and manage smart prepaid meter recharges.

Who May Need This Service?

You may need to apply for or update Apply for New Electricity Connection in Bihar — Suvidha App & Portal if:

Domestic and commercial electricity consumers in North or South Bihar paying monthly energy bills.
New property owners or tenants applying for a fresh LT domestic or commercial electrical connection.
Smart prepaid meter consumers checking daily balances and recharging online.

Prerequisites

Before initiating your application or visiting a centre, ensure you:

Valid Consumer Account (CA) Number (found on previous physical or SMS bill).
Active UPI, Debit Card, or Net Banking facility for digital settlement.
For new connection: Ownership proof (Registry / Land possession) or tenancy agreement with photo ID.

Required Documents

For bill payment: Consumer CA Number only. For new connection: Identity proof (Aadhaar), ownership deed, and address proof.

Quick Bill Payment: 10-digit Consumer Account (CA) Number (zero physical documents required).
New Connection Proof of Identity: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Passport.
New Connection Proof of Ownership: Registered sale deed, Jamabandi receipt, or municipal tax receipt.

Step-by-Step Procedure

Enter Consumer Account (CA) Number

Visit nbpdcl.co.in or sbpdcl.co.in Quick Bill Pay, enter your CA Number, and click Submit to fetch the live ledger.

Verify Bill Details & Due Date

Verify consumer name, bill month, total dues, and rebate for prompt digital payment.

Complete Payment via Gateway

Select preferred payment option (UPI, QR code, Debit Card, Net Banking) and authorize transaction.

Download Official Receipt

Save and print the official computer-generated receipt with transaction reference ID for your records.

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Fees and Processing Time

Particulars	Details
Online Payment Gateway Charge	FREE (₹0 Digital Surcharge)
Bill Payment Prompt Incentive	Rebate as per BERC Tariff Orders
Official Digital Payment Receipt	FREE (System Generated)
Processing Time	Instant Bill Payment / 7-15 Days for New Connection (Bill payment is updated immediately in the DISCOM database with an official computer-generated receipt. New connections are released within statutory SLA upon field verification.)
Application Mode	Online (nbpdcl.co.in / sbpdcl.co.in / Suvidha App)

For the latest fee and processing time, always refer to the official government website (www.nbpdcl.co.in).

Common Issues & Warnings

Beware of fraudulent SMS messages asking you to call personal mobile numbers to prevent power disconnection; DISCOMs never send personal mobile numbers for disconnection notices.
Always dial centralized toll-free helpline 1912 for transformer breakdowns, wire faults, or power failure complaints.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Source Information

This information is based on the verified Energy Department, Government of Bihar portal.

For the latest and authoritative updates, always refer to the official department website.

Key Information

Issuing AuthorityEnergy Department, Government of Bihar

Statutory FeeAs Invoiced / Free Portal Access

Expected TimelineInstant Bill Payment / 7-15 Days for New Connection

Service CategoryBusiness/MSME & Other

Application ModeOnline (nbpdcl.co.in / sbpdcl.co.in / Suvidha App)

Direct Action Link

Official Portal

Common Issues and Warnings

!Beware of fraudulent SMS messages asking you to call personal mobile numbers to prevent power disconnection; DISCOMs never send personal mobile numbers for disconnection notices.
!Always dial centralized toll-free helpline 1912 for transformer breakdowns, wire faults, or power failure complaints.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Apply for New Electricity Connection in Bihar — Suvidha App & Portal

Overview

Who May Need This Service?

Prerequisites

Required Documents

Step-by-Step Procedure

Enter Consumer Account (CA) Number

Verify Bill Details & Due Date

Complete Payment via Gateway

Download Official Receipt

Fees and Processing Time

Common Issues & Warnings

Frequently Asked Questions

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