Odisha Electricity Bill Calculator (TPCODL / TPWODL / TPSODL / TPNODL)
Enter the units on your meter and get a slab-wise bill estimate in seconds. All slab rates are editable, so you can match them to the latest tariff on your bill.
Energy charge slabs (domestic)
Leave "Up to" empty for the last slab. Check the current rates printed on your bill and edit if needed.
How to use the Odisha Electricity Bill Calculator
- Look at your bill or meter and note the units consumed this month.
- Enter your contract (sanctioned) load in kW – it is printed on the bill.
- Confirm the slab rates, fixed charge and duty match the latest tariff on your bill.
- Press Calculate to see the slab-wise breakup and your average cost per unit.
How Odisha electricity bills are calculated
Odisha has four power distribution companies (DISCOMs): TPCODL for central Odisha (Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Khordha), TPWODL for western Odisha, TPSODL for southern Odisha and TPNODL for northern Odisha. All four follow the retail tariff set by the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC), so the same calculator works for every DISCOM.
Domestic consumers are billed on a telescopic slab system. This means the first block of units is charged at the lowest rate, the next block at a higher rate, and so on. You never pay the highest rate on all your units – only on the units that fall inside the top slab.
Parts of your bill
- Energy charge – units × slab rate, added up slab by slab.
- Fixed / demand charge – a monthly amount based on your contract load in kW.
- Electricity duty – a state levy calculated as a percentage.
- Rebates – for example prompt-payment or digital-payment rebates.
Example
For 150 units with slabs of ₹3.00 (first 50 units) and ₹4.80 (51–200 units), the energy charge is 50 × 3.00 + 100 × 4.80 = ₹630. Add the fixed charge for your load to get the total.
Tips to reduce your electricity bill
- Keep monthly use inside a lower slab where possible – the jump between slabs is where bills rise fastest.
- Use 5-star rated ACs and refrigerators, and set the AC to 24–26 °C.
- Replace old tube lights and bulbs with LEDs.
- Pay before the due date to claim the prompt-payment rebate.
Note: tariffs are revised by OERC from time to time. This tool gives an estimate; your DISCOM's bill is final.
Understanding every line on your Odisha electricity bill
A TPCODL, TPWODL, TPSODL or TPNODL bill can look confusing at first, but almost every bill has the same building blocks. Knowing them helps you check whether the amount is correct and spot mistakes early.
| Bill item | What it means |
|---|---|
| Consumer number / account number | Your unique ID – needed for online payment, complaints and new connection changes. |
| Previous and present reading | Meter readings at the start and end of the billing period. The difference is the units (kWh) you used. |
| Contract demand (kW) | The load sanctioned for your connection. Fixed charges are calculated on this. |
| Energy charges | Units × slab rates, calculated slab by slab (telescopic). |
| Fixed / demand charges | A monthly charge per kW of contract demand, payable even if usage is low. |
| Electricity duty | A state levy calculated as a percentage on the bill. |
| Meter rent | Charged on some connections if the meter is owned by the DISCOM. |
| Arrears / adjustments | Unpaid amounts from earlier bills, or credits from overbilling. |
| Rebate | Discount for paying before the due date or paying digitally. |
Worked example: 250 units with 2 kW load
Using the sample slab rates in the calculator (₹3.00 up to 50 units, ₹4.80 for 51–200, ₹5.80 for 201–400) and a fixed charge of ₹20 per kW:
- First 50 units × ₹3.00 = ₹150
- Next 150 units × ₹4.80 = ₹720
- Last 50 units × ₹5.80 = ₹290
- Energy charges = ₹1,160
- Fixed charges = 2 kW × ₹20 = ₹40
- Estimated bill = ₹1,200 (plus duty and minus any rebate)
Notice how just 50 units in the third slab cost almost as much as the first 100 units. Keeping your monthly consumption below a slab boundary is the single easiest way to control your bill.
Why your bill suddenly went up
- Summer AC use: a 1.5-ton AC running 8 hours a day can add 250–350 units a month and push you into the highest slab.
- Longer billing period: if the meter was read late, the bill covers more days and more units.
- Provisional (average) billing: when the meter is not read, the DISCOM bills an average. The next actual reading corrects it, sometimes with a large catch-up amount.
- Load enhancement: if your contract demand was increased, fixed charges rise every month.
- Faulty meter or wiring leakage: if usage looks far higher than normal with no change in appliances, ask for a meter test.
How to check and pay your bill online
- Visit your DISCOM's official website or app and choose "Quick Pay" or "View Bill".
- Enter your consumer number.
- Download the bill PDF and compare the units with this calculator.
- Pay through UPI, net banking or card to receive the digital-payment rebate where applicable.
Units used by common appliances (approximate)
| Appliance | Typical use | Units per month |
|---|---|---|
| LED bulb 9 W | 6 h/day | ~1.6 |
| Ceiling fan 75 W | 12 h/day | ~27 |
| Refrigerator (single door) | 24 h | ~25–40 |
| 1.5-ton AC (3-star) | 8 h/day | ~300 |
| Geyser 2 kW | 30 min/day | ~30 |
| Washing machine | 4 loads/week | ~8–12 |
Add up your appliances to estimate monthly units, then enter the total in the calculator to forecast your bill before it arrives.
Frequently asked questions
Does this work for TPCODL, TPWODL, TPSODL and TPNODL?
Yes. All four Odisha DISCOMs follow the OERC retail tariff, so you only need to enter your units and load. Edit the slab rates if your bill shows different figures.
What is telescopic billing?
Each slab's rate applies only to the units inside that slab. If you use 250 units, the first 50 are charged at slab 1, the next 150 at slab 2 and the last 50 at slab 3.
Why is my actual bill slightly different?
Your bill may include meter rent, arrears, adjustments, fuel cost charges or rebates. Enter them as rebate or edit the rates to match.
Where do I find my contract load?
It is printed on the electricity bill as contract demand or sanctioned load, usually in kW.
How can I reduce my TPCODL bill?
Keep usage below slab limits, use 5-star appliances, set AC to 24–26 °C, switch to LED lights and pay early for the rebate.
What should I do if my bill is too high?
Compare the meter reading on the bill with your actual meter. If they differ or usage looks abnormal, register a complaint with your DISCOM and ask for a meter check.
Last updated: 11 November 2026