Personal & Household Utilities
Electricity Bill Estimator
Calculate your monthly electricity consumption (kWh units) and power bill based on your household appliances. Supports flat rates, telescopic DISCOM slab tariffs, and energy-saving insights.
Quick Add Common Appliances
Click any appliance below to append it to your inventory:
Appliance Inventory & Daily Usage
6 appliances listed
| Appliance Name | Category | Power (Watts) | Quantity | Hours / Day | Days / Month | Monthly Units (kWh) | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67.5 kWh | |||||||
| 10.8 kWh | |||||||
| 54.0 kWh | |||||||
| 12.0 kWh | |||||||
| 7.5 kWh | |||||||
| 60.0 kWh |
Tariff & Billing Structure
DISCOM Telescopic Slab Rates
| Consumption Slab (Units) | Rate per Unit (₹) | Units in Slab | Slab Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 – 100 units | ₹ | 100.0 kWh | ₹450.00 |
| 101 – 200 units | ₹ | 100.0 kWh | ₹650.00 |
| 201 – 400 units | ₹ | 11.8 kWh | ₹94.40 |
| Above 400 units | ₹ | 0.0 kWh | ₹0.00 |
Fixed monthly demand charge or meter rent on your bill.
State electricity duty percentage applied to energy charges (typically 4%–10%).
Variable quarterly fuel price adjustment surcharge per unit (FSA/FAC).
Estimated Monthly Bill Summary
₹1,354.12 / month
Total Monthly Units
211.8 kWh
Daily Average Units
7.31 units/day
Daily Running Cost
₹45.14 / day
Effective Rate / Unit
₹6.39 / unit
Bill Components Breakdown
Per-Appliance Power & Cost Breakdown
| Appliance | Power & Qty | Run Time | Monthly Units | % Share | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling Fan | 75W × 3 | 10h (30d) | 67.5 kWh | 31.9% | ₹431.55 |
| LED Bulbs | 10W × 6 | 6h (30d) | 10.8 kWh | 5.1% | ₹69.05 |
| Refrigerator (Frost-Free) | 150W × 1 | 12h (30d) | 54.0 kWh | 25.5% | ₹345.24 |
| Smart LED TV | 100W × 1 | 4h (30d) | 12.0 kWh | 5.7% | ₹76.72 |
| Washing Machine | 500W × 1 | 1h (15d) | 7.5 kWh | 3.5% | ₹47.95 |
| Storage Geyser | 2000W × 1 | 1h (30d) | 60.0 kWh | 28.3% | ₹383.60 |
Category Consumption Share
Carbon Footprint & Environmental Impact
Calculated using CEA baseline emission factor (~0.82 kg CO2 / kWh).
Energy Saving Opportunities & Recommendations
Actionable steps to lower your monthly power consumption and electricity bills:
Switch Off Geyser Promptly After Bathing
Using a timer or turning off water heaters promptly prevents standby reheating cycles, saving ~30% heating energy.
Turn Off Wall Sockets (Eliminate Vampire Power)
Unplugging chargers and turning off switchboards for TVs, gaming consoles, and appliances saves ~5% standby power.
Frequently asked questions
What is 1 unit of electricity?
One unit of electricity equals 1 kilowatt-hour (kWh). It represents using 1,000 watts of electrical power continuously for one hour. For example, a 100W light bulb switched on for 10 hours consumes 1 kWh (1 unit).
How do telescopic slab tariffs work in India?
Most Indian state electricity boards (DISCOMs such as BESCOM, TANGEDCO, MSEDCL, UPPCL) use telescopic slabs where different portions of your consumption are billed at progressive rates. The first 100 units are billed at a subsidized rate, the next 100 at a higher rate, and higher tiers at the highest rate.
Which household appliances consume the most electricity?
Air conditioners (1,200W–1,800W) and electric water heaters / geysers (2,000W–3,000W) are typically the largest contributors, accounting for 50% to 70% of a typical summer or winter household electricity bill.
How much electricity does an inverter AC save?
A 5-star inverter AC consumes approximately 30% to 40% less electricity than an older non-inverter AC because its variable-speed compressor slows down once the desired room temperature is attained rather than cycling abruptly on and off.