Estimate your K-Electric bill instantly using official NEPRA 2026 tariff slabs. This guide also covers K-Electric peak hours (6:30 PM – 10:30 PM), Time‑of‑Use (TOU) tariff, and how shifting appliance usage can save you thousands monthly.
Base estimate includes energy + fixed charges + 18% GST. Actual KE bill may add monthly FCA (Rs 2.8–4.2/unit) and NJ surcharge.
⏰ Peak hours: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM (April–October) | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (November–March)
Running heavy appliances during off‑peak hours can significantly reduce your TOU (Time of Use) bill.
Peak electricity is charged at ~Rs 42/unit (non‑protected), off‑peak at ~Rs 30/unit. Shift laundry, ironing, and water pumps to off‑peak hours.
If your sanctioned load is 5kW or above (most 3‑phase connections), you are billed under Time of Use (TOU) regime. Peak hours have higher rates, while off‑peak hours are cheaper.
| Season | Peak Hours | Off-Peak Hours |
|---|
💡 Saving tip: Run washing machines, dishwashers, water pumps, and electric geysers during off‑peak hours (after 10:30 PM). Avoid using ACs, ovens, and heavy machinery during peak hours.
| Monthly Units | Protected Rate (≤200) | Non-Protected Rate | Fixed Charge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 – 50 | Rs 3.95 | Rs 3.95 | Rs 0 (Lifeline) |
| 51 – 100 | Rs 7.74 | Rs 7.74 | Rs 200 |
| 101 – 200 | Rs 13.01 | Rs 13.01 | Rs 300 |
| 201 – 300 | - | Rs 33.10 | Rs 400 |
| 301 – 400 | - | Rs 37.99 | Rs 400 |
| 401 – 500 | - | Rs 40.22 | Rs 400 |
| 500+ | - | Rs 42.50 | Rs 400 |
Official source: NEPRA Notification | KE FCA: Check current rate
Example 1 – Protected Consumer (180 units):
Energy: (50×3.95)+(50×7.74)+(80×13.01) = Rs 1,625
Fixed: Rs 300 | GST: Rs 347 | Total: Rs 2,272
Example 2 – Non-Protected with peak/off‑peak (350 units, 40% during peak):
Peak units: 140 × Rs 42 = Rs 5,880
Off‑peak: 210 × Rs 30 = Rs 6,300
Fixed: Rs 400 | GST: Rs 2,264 | Total: Rs 14,844
Shifting to 20% peak could reduce bill to ~Rs 12,500.
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