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Electric Bill: Know the rules for power cutoff and 15-day notice
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News18•15-10-2026, 15:57
Electric Bill: Know the rules for power cutoff and 15-day notice
- •According to Section 56 of the Electricity Act, 2003, power connections can be disconnected for unpaid bills after giving a written notice of at least 15 days.
- •The electricity department cannot arbitrarily cut off power immediately without following the prescribed legal procedure and notice period.
- •Failing to pay bills on time can attract late payment charges or surcharges depending on the rules of the respective state and electricity company.
- •If you receive an incorrect or inflated bill, file a complaint immediately with the electricity department using meter reading proof and keep the complaint number.
- •If a connection is disconnected, it can typically be restored after paying the overdue amount and applicable charges along with presenting the payment receipt.
Key Questions Answered
According to Section 56 of the Electricity Act, 2003, an electricity supply company can disconnect power after providing a written notice of at least 15 days for pending dues.
If the bill is left unpaid, the electricity company may levy late payment charges or surcharges on the overdue amount based on regional tariff rules.
Consumers should file a complaint with the electricity department by photographing the current meter reading, comparing amounts with past bills, and obtaining a complaint receipt.
