Tariff Order _5!12!24

KERALA STATE ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION
ORDER
MODIFIED PROPOSALS SUBMITTED BY KSEB LTD TO REVISE
‘SCHEDULE OF TARIFF AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR RETAIL
SUPPLY OF ELECTRICITY WITH EFFECT FROM 01.07.2024 TO
31.03.2027
OP NO. 18/2023
5th DECEMBER 2024
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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
Present : Shri T K Jose, Chairman

Adv. A.J Wilson, Member
Shri B Pradeep, Member
OP. No 18/2023
In the matter of : Proposals to revise ‘Schedule of tariff and

terms and conditions for Retail Supply of
Electricity by KSEB Ltd with effect from
01.07.2024 to 31.03.2027’
Petitioner : Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd

Vydhyuthi Bhavanam,
Pattom Thiruvananthapuram
ORDER DATED 05.12.2024
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission considered the

modified proposals dated 02.08.2024 submitted by KSEB Ltd for revising the
‘Schedule of tariff and terms and conditions for Retail Supply of Electricity by
KSEB Ltd with effect from 01.07.2023 to 31.03.2027.
In compliance to Regulation 27(6) of KSERC (Conduct of Business)
Regulations 2003, KSEB Ltd published a summary of the modified proposals
in three dailies, Mathrubhumi, Mangalam and The New Indian Express on
14.08.2024. The proposals were also published in the web sites of the
Commission and KSEB Ltd, for the information of the public. Thereafter, as
per Regulation 32 of KSERC (Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2003 public
hearings on the proposals were held at the Nalanda auditorium, Kozhikode
on 03.09.2024, EMS Smaraka Hall, Jilla Panchayath, Palakkad on
04.09.2024, Corporation Town Hall, Ernakulam on 05.09.2024 and Grama
Panchayat Association Hall, Thiruvananthapuram on 11.09.2024, wherein
stakeholders presented their views and objections.
After having carefully considered the submissions, suggestions,

objections and written submissions filed by KSEB Ltd, electricity
consumers/general public and other stakeholders and in exercise of the
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powers vested in the Commission under Section 62 and 64 of the Electricity
Act, 2003 (Central Act 36 of 2003) and Regulation 85 of KSERC (Terms and
Conditions for Determination of Tariff) Regulations, 2021, the Commission
hereby passes the following Order.
Dated this the 5th December 2024 .
Sd/- Sd/- Sd/-

T K Jose Adv. A J Wilson B Pradeep
Chairman Member Member
Approved for issue
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C R Satheesh Chandran
Secretary
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Table of Contents
Sl Particulars Pages
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1 Chapter-1 Introduction 5-8
2 Chapter-2. Analysis and Decision of the Commission 9-26
on the major issues raised by the stakeholders
3 Chapter-3. Determination of the Tariff for the Year 27-124
2024-25 and 2025-26
4 Tariff Schedule 125-163
5 Annexure-1 Summary of the Comments received from 164-281
the stakeholders
6 Annexure-2. List of participants presented the 282-290
comments during the hearing.
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CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 The Commission vide the Interim tariff Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP
No. 18/2022, had approved the ‘Schedule of Tariff and Terms and Conditions
for Retail Supply of Electricity by KSEB Ltd and other licensees” from
01.11.2023 to 30.06.2024. The Commission further ordered that “the interim
tariff so approved for the year 2023-24 is applicable for the period from
01.11.2023 to 30.06.2024 this was further extended upto 30.11.2024. The
Commission may, in the present petition and after duly taking into account the
net revenue gap/surplus approved in the process of Truing Up of accounts for
the year 2022-23 determine the tariff from the period 01.07.2024 onwards.”
1.2 Subsequently, the Commission vide the Order dated 28.06.2024 has
approved the Truing Up for the Year 2022-23, approving a net revenue gap of
Rs 30.80 crore.
1.3 KSEBL vide the submission dated 02.08.2024 has submitted the modified
proposals for ‘Revision of Tariff and Terms & Conditions of KSEBL and other
licensees w.e.f 01.07.2024 to 31.03.2027. The summary of the Tariff revision
proposed by KSEBL is given as Appendix to this Order. The average increase
in tariff and additional revenue expected through the tariff revision proposed
by KSEBL is given below.
Table 1.1
Avg. increase in tariff and additional revenue expected through the tariff revision
proposed by KSEBL
Avg. tariff increase
Year (Rs/ kWh)
2024-25 0.302
2025-26 0.195
2026-27 0.020
Summer tariff for the energy consumption from
January to May every year from 2024-25 onwards 0.100
1.4 The year wise details of the additional revenue expected through the modified
proposals of KSEBL is given below.
Table 1.2
Addl revenue expected through the tariff revision proposed by KSEBL
Addl Addl
Addl revenue
revenue @ revenue @ Summer
@ Rs 0.195/
Rs 0.302/ Rs 2 paise
kWh from
kWh from
/unit from
tariff @Rs Total
Year 2025-26 0.10/unit
Energy 2024-25 2026-27
onwards
sale onwards onwards
(MU) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
2024-25 26897 812.16 111.08 923.24
2025-26 28180 850.92 549.01 116.34 1516.27
2026-27 29588 893.43 576.44 53.82 122.08 1645.77
1.5 KSEBL has submitted the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024 to bridge the
revenue gap approved by the Commission vide the MYT Order dated
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25.06.2022 in petition OP No. 11/2022. The summary of the ARR, ERC and
Revenue gap approved by the Commission in the said Order is extracted
below.
Table 1.3
ARR, ERC and Revenue gap approved vide the Order dated 25.06.2022
Revenue from existing tariff
ARR Revenue gap
Energy till 25.06.2022
Year sale Avg. cost of
Amount Amount Avg. tariff Amount (Rs/
supply
unit)
(MU) (Rs.Cr) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs. Cr) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs. Cr)
2022-23 24880 17236 6.93 15309 6.15 1927 0.77
2023-24 25698 18813 7.32 15874 6.18 2939 1.14
2024-25 26897 19631 7.30 16611 6.18 3020 1.12
2025-26 28180 20219 7.17 17382 6.17 2837 1.01
2026-27 29588 21085 7.13 18203 6.15 2882 0.97
1.6 Along with the MYT Order dated 25.06.2022, the Commission had revised the
retail tariff w.e.f 26.06.2022 to 31.03.2023, with an average increase of Rs
0.41/unit over the tariff approved in the Year 2019, to mobilise an additional
revenue of Rs 1010.94 crore.
Subsequently, vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP No. 18/2023,

the Commission had revised the tariff with effect from 01.11.2023 to
30.06.2024, to mobilise an additional revenue of Rs 532.50 crore annually
with an average increase of Rs 0.20/unit.
The net un-bridged revenue gap during the MYT period from 2022-23 to
2026-27, after accounting the additional revenue through the revision of tariff
effected in the Year 2022-23 and 2023-24 is given below.
Table 1.4
Net unbridged revenue gap after accounting the tariff revision in 2022-23 & 2023-24
Revenue Addl revenue at the Tariff revision in
surplus for 2022-23 & 2023-24 Balance
Approved
2021-22 (as unbridged
Revenue
Year per True Up 2022-23 2023-24 approved
gap
Order dated (w.e.f (w.e.f Total revenue gap
03.10.2023) 26.06.2022) 01.11.2023)
(Rs.Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)=(4)+(5) (7)=(2)-(3)-(5)
2022-23* 30.8 30.8

2023-24** 2939 753.17 1044.14 221.75 1265.89 920.0
2024-25 3020 1092.86 557.35 1650.21 1370.1
2025-26 2837 1145.02 583.94 1728.96 1108.3
2026-27 2882 1202.22 613.92 1816.14 1066.0
Note.
1. Net revenue gap for 2022-23 as per True Up Orde dated 28.06.2024
2. Annual revenue through tariff rev for 2023-24 is Rs 532.50 crore, expected realisation for 5 months in
2023-24) is 221.15 crore only
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1.7 With the additional revenue expected through the tariff revision proposed in
the Year 2024-25 and 2025-26, KSEBL proposed to wipe out the entire
approved revenue gap during the MYT period from 2022-23 to 2026-27. The
details are given below.
Table 1.5
KSEBL proposals to wipe out the approved revenue gap vide the MYT Order dated
25.06.2022 through the tariff revision proposed in 2024-25 to 2026-27
Balance Additional revenue
Net
unbridged expected through the Net Revenue gap
Revenue
approved proposed tariff revision during the MYT
Year gap of
revenue in 2024-25 to 2026-27 (Cumulative)
the Year
gap (net) (Table 1.2)
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
2022-23 30.8 30.8 30.8
2023-24 920.0 920.0 950.8
2024-25 1370.1 923.2 446.9 1397.7
2025-26 1108.3 1516.3 -408.0 989.7
2026-27 1066.0 1645.8 -579.8 409.9
1.8 The Commission considered the modified tariff revision proposals dated
02.08.2024, for the Year 2024-25 to 2026-27 as part of the Tariff Petition OP
No. 18/2023. Copy of the modified proposals was published in the website of
the Commission and also directed KSEB Ltd to upload the proposals in its
website for information of all stake holders and other interested parties. The
Commission has also directed KSEB Ltd to publish the abstract of the
proposals in dailies as mandated in the Electricity Act, 2003 and KSERC
(Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2003 for the information of the public at
large regarding the tariff revision proposals of KSEB Ltd. As directed by the
Commission, KSEB Ltd has published the abstract of the petition in the
following dailies on 14.08.2024.
(1) Mathrubhumi daily,

(2) Mangalam daily,
(3) New Indian Express.
Public hearings
1.9 Public hearings on the tariff petition filed by KSEB Ltd was held at the
following places across the State during the month of September-2024.
Date Place Venue Time

03.09.2024 Kozhikode Nalanda Auditorium 11:00 AM
04.09.2024 Palakkad Jilla Panchayat Hall 11:00 AM
Corporation Town Hall,
05.09.2024 Ernakulam Ernakulam North 10.30 AM
Gramapanchayat Association
11.09.2024 Thiruvananthapuram Hall, Vellayambalam 11:00 AM
The list of persons who attended the public hearings are given as Annexure-
1 of this Order. The Commission has also received written comments on the
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tariff petitions filed by KSEB Ltd. The summary of the comments of the stake
holders on the proposals for tariff revision w.e.f 01.07.2024 to 31.03.2027 is
given as Annexure-2 to this Order.
1.10 The views of the Commission on the important issues raised by the
stakeholders is given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
1.11 The Commission had conducted State Advisory Committee meeting on

23.09.2024, to get the suggestions and advice on the proposals submitted by
KSEBL for revising the tariff w.e.f 01.7.2024 to 31.03.2027. The Commission
considered the comments and suggestions of the State Advisory Committee
Members on the Tariff revision proposals submitted by KSEBL.
1.12 The Commission, after duly considering the petition filed by KSEBL,
objections, suggestions and comments of the stake holders, suggestions of
the State Advisory Committee Members, determined the tariff for the
remaining period of the MYT period from 2024-25 to 2026-27. The details of
the tariff determination is discussed in Chapter-3 of this Order.
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Chapter-2
Analysis and Decision of the Commission on the major issues
raised by the Stake holders on the Tariff Revision proposals
of KSEBL
2.1 The summary of the objections, comments and suggestions of the stake
holders during the deliberations of the modified Tariff Proposals of KSEBL
dated 02.08.2024 is given as Annexure to this Order. The analysis and
decisions of the Commission on the important issues raised by the
stakeholders is detailed in the subsequent paragraphs.
Issue No.1.
Fixed charge/ demand charge determined by the Commission.
2.2 Many stakeholders during the hearing has raised objection against two part
tariff system followed in the State, which consists of the following;
(i) Fixed charge / or demand charge, and
(ii) Energy charge.
The stakeholders suggested that, the charges of electricity consumed by the

consumers has to be levied based on the actual energy consumption. In the
present tariff system, even if the actual consumption during a month is less,
the consumer has to pay huge amount as fixed charge/demand charge based
on the connected load or contract demand, as the case may be.
Views of the Commission

2.3 The Commission noted the objections and suggestions of the consumers. In
this matter, the following aspects may kindly be noted;
(1) KSERC is a quasi-judicial body functioning as per the provisions of the

EA-2003. As per the provisions of the EA-2003, the tariff determination
is one of the statutory functions of the Commission. Further, tariff
determination is a quasi legislature process involving pre-publication
and stake holder consultation.
(2) The Commission has to determine the tariff as per the provisions of the
Electricity Act, 2003, various judgments and directions of the Hon’ble
Supreme Court and Hon’ble APTEL, Electricity Rules and Policies
issued by the Ministry of Power, GoI from time to time, the policy
directives of the State Government on tariff related issues, consistent
with EA-2003 etc.
(3) Section 45 of the EA-2003 prescribes the various charges to be levied

from the electricity consumers. The relevant Section is extracted below.
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“Section 45. (Power to recover charges): ---
(1) Subject to the provisions of this section, the prices to be charged by a
distribution licensee for the supply of electricity by him in pursuance of section
43 shall be in accordance with such tariffs fixed from time to time and
conditions of his licence.
(2) The charges for electricity supplied by a distribution licensee shall be –
(a) fixed in accordance with the methods and the principles as may
be specified by the concerned State Commission ;
(b) published in such manner so as to give adequate publicity for
such charges and prices.
(3) The charges for electricity supplied by a distribution licensee may include
(a) a fixed charge in addition to the charge for the actual electricity
supplied;
(b) a rent or other charges in respect of any electric meter or electrical
plant provided by the distribution licensee.
(4) Subject to the provisions of section 62, in fixing charges under this
section a distribution licensee shall not show undue preference to any person
or class of persons or discrimination against any person or class of persons.
(5) The charges fixed by the distribution licensee shall be in accordance with
the provisions of this Act and the regulations made in this behalf by the
concerned State Commission.”
(4) As extracted above, the Section 45(3) of the EA-2003 permits to

determine the fixed charges also in addition to the energy charge from
the consumers.
(5) The total value of the assets created by KSEBL in generation,

transmission and distribution for providing electricity to the consumers,
as on date is more than Rs 30,000.00 crore (excluding the value of re-
valued assets). KSEBL has to pay interest charges on the loan availed
for these assets, has to incur operation and maintenance charges for
these assets, also had to provide depreciation, interest on working
capital, fixed cost payable as per the power purchase contracts etc.
KSEBL has to bear these expenses, irrespective of whether the
consumers avail electricity or not.
(6) As on now, KSEBL has been supplying electricity to more than 140
lakh consumers in the State. The peak demand in the State is around
5800 MW. The annual electricity consumption is more than 30,000 MU
(3000 crore units).
Further, the consumer strength has been increasing at an average rate

of about 2.50% annually, the energy consumption and peak demand
also increasing 5 to 6% yearly (last year the increase in electricity
demand is more than 13%). In line with the increase in demand, the
infrastructure in transmission and distribution has to be created and
strengthened. All these requires the creation of additional infrastructure
and require huge additional investment.
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(7) The present fixed cost commitment of KSEBL is about Rs 6,000.00
crore, and is also increasing year after year due to the commissioning
of new assets, inflation etc.
(8) A part of the fixed cost liability is being levied from the consumers
based on their connected load or contract demand, as the case may
be.
(9) The fixed cost is levied from the consumers in the following ways,
based on the type of billing followed;
(i) In the case of connected load based billing, the fixed charge is
levied based on the connected load of the consumer with
KSEBL system, @Rs/kW/ month basis, and
(ii) Rs/ KVA/ month basis for demand based consumers.
The connected load based billing is being adopted for the LT

consumers except the LT-IV Industrial consumers having connected
load above 20kW. However, in the case of LT domestic consumers,
the fixed charge is levied as Rs/consumer/ month, linked to the monthly
consumption, since the connected load details of more than 102 lakh
domestic consumers is not readily available with KSEBL. Moreover, the
connected load of each domestic consumer may change as and when
they purchase new household articles such as Mixer grinder, Fridge,
Oven, Water heater, Iron Box, Air conditioners, EV etc.
For all the HT&EHT consumers and LT IV Industrial consumers with

connected load of and above 20kW the fixed cost is levied as demand
charge, linked to the contract demand (CD) and/or actual recorded
maximum demand of the consumer during the month.
(10) It may be noted that, the actual recovery of the fixed cost through tariff
is in the range of 55 to 60% of the total fixed cost only.
(11) In other State also, two part tariff system is followed for determining the
retail tariff of the electricity consumers in the State.
Considering the legal provisions, to ensure the recovery of atleast a part of

the fixed nature of expenses and equitable distribution of fixed cost incurred
by the utility, the Commission has decided to continue with the two part tariff
system in the State till further orders.
Issue No.2
Stop the collection of Meter rent through electricity tariff
2.4 Many stakeholders during the deliberation of the modified tariff proposals
submitted that, KSEBL has been collecting cost of the meter along with the
‘service connection charges’ from the consumers, at the time of availing new
connection. Hence it is illegal to collecting the meter rent from the consumers,
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and hence the Commission may order to stop the collection of meter rent with
immediate effect.

2.5 The Commission noted the issues raised by the stake holders. In this matter,
the Commission may clarify the following;
(1) As extracted under paragraph 2.3 (3) above, Section 45(3)(b) of the
EA-2003 permits to collect rent or other charges for the meter provided
by the licensee.
(2) The Commission further clarify that, the cost data approved by the
Commission for collecting service connection charges does not include
the cost of meter.
(3) The electricity consumers in the State has two options for the install
electricity meter at their premises,
(i) Through the distribution licensee. It is mandatory as per the

Section 55 of the EA-2003 that, electricity shall be supplied to
the consumer only through a correct meter.
In this case, the cost of the meter is borne by the licensee, the
consumer has to pay the meter rent approved by the
Commission from time to time.
It is also the responsibility of the licensee to replace the meter

as and when it became faulty at its cost.
(ii) The consumer has the option to purchase the electricity meter
from the market at his cost, and tested at National Accreditation
Board for Testing and Calibration Laborotories (NABL) approved
Labs and install at the consumer premises at the super vision of
the licensee.
In such cases, i.e., if the meter is purchased by the consumer at

his cost, KSEBL or other licensees in the State is not authorised
to collect meter rent from the consumer.
If KSEBL insists for meter rent in such cases, the consumer can
approach CGRF or other forums against such demand of
KSEBL.
Issue No.3 Electricity duty levied by the licensee
2.6 The stakeholders during the deliberations of the tariff petitions raised the
issue that, the electricity duty is collected from the consumers at excessive
rates, and requested before the Commission to either stop or reduce the rate
of electricity duty.
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2.7 The Stakeholders may be aware that, the electricity is one of the concurrent
subject as per the Constitution of India, which means that both the Central
and State governments have jurisdiction over it.
2.8 The electricity duty is levied from the electricity consumers as per the
provisions of the ‘the Kerala Electricity Duty Act 1963’ and its subsequent
amendments enacted by the State Legislature. The Commission has no
authority to amend or modify the provisions in the Kerala Electricity Duty Act,
1963 and its amendments enacted by the State.
Issue No.4
Security deposit and additional security deposit (additional cash deposit
‘ACD) demanded from the consumers is illegal.
2.9 The stakeholders raised objections against the security deposit and additional
cash deposit demanded by KSEBL from consumers as the security for the
payment of electricity bills.
2.10 Section 47 of the EA-2003 permits to collect and maintain adequate ‘security
deposit’ from consumers. The relevant provisions of the EA-2003 is extracted
below.
“Section 47. (Power to require security): ---
(1) Subject to the provisions of this section, a distribution licensee may require any
person, who requires a supply of electricity in pursuance of section 43, to give him
reasonable security, as may be determined by regulations, for the payment to him of
all monies which may become due to him –
(a) in respect of the electricity supplied to such persons; or
(b) where any electric line or electrical plant or electric meter is to be provided
for supplying electricity to person, in respect of the provision of such line or
plant or meter, and if that person fails to give such security, the distribution
licensee may, if he thinks fit, refuse to give the supply of electricity or to
provide the line or plant or meter for the period during which the failure
continues.
(2) Where any person has not given such security as is mentioned in subsection (1)
or the security given by any person has become invalid or insufficient, the distribution
licensee may, by notice, require that person, within thirty days after the service of the
notice, to give him reasonable security for the payment of all monies which may
become due to him in respect of the supply of electricity or provision of such line or
plant or meter.
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(3) If the person referred to in sub-section (2) fails to give such security, the
distribution licensee may, if he thinks fit, discontinue the supply of electricity for the
period during which the failure continues.
(4) The distribution licensee shall pay interest equivalent to the bank rate or more, as
may be specified by the concerned State Commission, on the security referred to in
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sub-section (1) and refund such security on the request of the person who gave such
security.
(5) A distribution licensee shall not be entitled to require security in pursuance of
clause (a) of sub-section (1) if the person requiring the supply is prepared to take the
supply through a pre-payment meter.”
2.11 As per the statutory authority granted to the Commission as per Section 181
of the EA-2003, and consistent with Section 50 of the EA-2003, the
Commission vide the notification dated 31.01.2014 notified the Kerala
Electricity Supply Code, 2014. Regulation 67 to 74 of the Supply Code, 2014
deals with the Security Deposit and related matters. The relevant Regulations
are extracted below for ready reference.
(1) Regulation 67(6) of the Supply Code, 2014.

“
67 (6) The consumer shall maintain with the licensee an amount at the rates specified
below as security for the electricity supplied during the period of agreement:-
(a) three times the average monthly bill amount in case of consumers under bi-
monthly billing system; and
(b) two times the average monthly bill amount in case of consumers under monthly
billing system:
Provided that the consumer shall not be required to furnish any security for supply of
electricity if the consumer opts to take supply through pre-payment meter.”
(2) Regulation 71 of the Supply Code, 2014, regarding the ‘refund of

security deposit.
“71. Refund of security deposit.- (1) The security deposit shall be refunded to the
consumer on termination of the agreement within thirty days after the settlement of all
dues payable to the licensee.
(2) In the case of delay, interest at bank rate on the first of April of that year shall be
payable to the consumer.
(3) The consumer is entitled to get an account closing statement relating to the
security deposit.”
(3) Regulation 72 of the Supply Code, 2014 regarding ‘interest on security

deposit’.
“ 72. Interest on security deposit.- (1) The licensee shall pay to the
consumer, interest on the security deposit furnished by him at the bank rate
prevailing on the first of April of that year and it shall be payable annually with
effect from date of such deposit.
(2) The interest accrued during the financial year shall be adjusted in the
energy bill of the consumer during the first quarter of the ensuing financial
year.
(3) If the adjustment of interest is delayed, interest at twice the bank rate shall
be payable for the delayed period.”
(4) Regulation 74 of the Supply Code, 2014 regarding ‘review of security

deposit’.
“ 73. Review of security deposit.- (1) During the first quarter of the financial
year, the licensee shall review the consumption pattern of the consumer from
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April to March of the previous year, for assessing the adequacy of the security
deposit.
(2) The consumer is required to maintain a security deposit as specified in

subregulation (6) of regulation 67 of the Code, where ‘average monthly bill’
shall be equal to the average of the demand raised in the previous financial
year.
(3) If on review, it is found that the security deposit available with the licensee
is more than what is required, the excess amount shall be refunded to the
consumer and such refund of security to the consumer by the licensee, as
and when arises, shall be made without any other formalities, by way of
adjustment in a maximum of two ensuing electricity bills.
(4) Based on the review, the licensee may demand for additional security
deposit for making up the deficit if any, in the security deposit, by giving thirty
days notice to the consumer,
(5) The consumer shall deposit the additional security deposit as per the
demand raised by the licensee:
Provided that for a consumer whose electricity connection is less than

one year old, the security deposit shall not be revised at the beginning of the
ensuing financial year and subsequently, the security deposit shall be revised
annually as per the procedure laid down in subregulation (1) above.”
2.12 As discussed above, as per the provisions of the EA-2003 and Kerala
Electricity Supply Code, 2014, the consumers are required to remit the
security deposit and additional security deposit, as claimed by the distribution
licensee strictly as per the Regulations 67 to 74 of the Supply Code, 2014.
Issue No.5. Electricity bills may be issued in Malayalam instead of English.
2.13 Many stakeholders during the hearing has raised the issue that, presently
KSEBL has been raising electricity bills in English instead of the local
language. Hence they requested to the Commission to issue necessary
direction to KSEBL to issue the consumer bills in Malayalam.
2.14 The Commission examined the issues raised by consumers and other
stakeholders, and decided the following;
The Commission, during the public hearing itself has directed KSEBL to issue
the bills in Malayalam, with an option to issue bills in English to those who
specifically request for the same. KSEBL has already started raising the bills
in Malayalam.
The Commission hereby direct KSEBL that, the electricity bills of all
categories consumers shall be issued in Malayalam with immediate
effect, with an option to provide the bills in English to those who
demand for the same.
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Issue No.6. Bills issued by KSEBL are complex and confusing.
2.15 The consumers and other stakeholders during the hearing has submitted hat,
the bills raised by the KSEBL is complex and confusing. Ordinary consumer
cannot understand the electricity bills. Further, the consumers at present have
no facility to verify the bills without visiting the electricity section offices of
KSEBL.
2.16 Commission noted that, though few consumers has pointed out that all the
details presented in the bills are not necessary, but others raised the issue
that there is no clarity on the amount claimed by KSEBL towards electricity
charges. The Commission is of the view that, the consumers have the right to
know the details of the electricity bills and its accuracy. If KSEBL give online
facilities for verifying the electricity bills, the consumers themselves can verify
the accuracy of the bills.
2.17 Hence the Commission hereby direct KSEBL to develop an online facility to
verify the detailed calculations of the bills of consumers.
Issue No.7. Bills shall be raised on monthly basis instead of the bi-monthly
basis.
2.18 Many consumers raised the concern that, the electricity bills raised on bi-
monthly basis may be much higher than the amount payable if the bills are
issued in monthly basis.
2.19 The Commission has already clarified that, there will not be any difference in
total amount payable for two months by the methods followed by KSEBL for
calculating the bill amount in bi-monthly basis with that of monthly basis.
However, if the consumers are insisting for monthly bills, KSEBL should have
to provide such facility also to the consumers. At present bi-monthly billing
system is followed for all electricity consumers with connected load less than
20kW.
2.20 The Commission has noted the concern of the stake holders, and the issues
raised by KSEBL for implementing monthly billing system.
The Commission is of the view that, the monthly billing be can done with the
co-operation of the consumers, without engaging additional spot billers. At
present, the spot billers of the licensee are visiting the premises once in every
two months. The spot billers may continue to visit the consumer premises
once in every two months only.
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However, in alternate months, the consumers may be allowed to take self
meter readings and seek bills for that from the licensee. KSEBL shall develop
an online facility/ mobile app for reporting the self reading by the consumer.
Based on this monthly bills shall be generated and communicated to the
consumer.
Spot biller shall raise the bills for the subsequent month.
Issue No.8. Collection of electricity arrears from the consumers.
2.21 Many consumers raised the objection that, KSEBL shall give due care and
attention for the collection of electricity arrears from the consumers instead of
proposing tariff revision for mobilising additional revenue every year. The total
arrears as on date is more than Rs 3000.00 crore. If the arrears are fully
collected, the present proposals of tariff revision could be avoided.
2.22 The Commission noted the suggestion of the consumers. The Electricity Act,
2003 provides enough provision for prompt recovery of electricity charge from
the consumers and to disconnect the electricity supply to those who defaults
in making payment of electricity charges within in the due date specified in the
bills. Prompt recovery of electricity charges from the consumers shall improve
the financial position of the utility and also to reduce the borrowings for
meeting the revenue expenditure.
The Commission has been encouraging the efforts taken by KSEBL for the
recovery of arrears including the proposals of KSEBL for the settlement
arrears through ‘One Time Settlement (OTS)’ scheme etc. Further, a large
share of the arrears of KSEBL are involved in court cases with stay orders
against the disconnection of supply.
KSEBL further submitted that, through various efforts and support of the
Government, the licensee could reduce the arrears from Rs 3460.00 crore as
on 31.03.2024 to Rs 2179 crore as on 31.10.2024. This is done by netting off
the major part of the arrears of Government departments and State
Government owned PSUs including KWA against the electricity duty retained
by KSEBL.
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2.23 As already clarified by the Commission, the collection of arrears and prompt
recovery of electricity charges may improve the liquidity of KSEBL. However,
Commission has been accounting the amount as per the bills as income
irrespective of whether the same is collected from consumers or not.
It is further clarified that, KSEBL has been following the accrual system of
accounting. As per this accounting practice, as and when electricity bills are
issued to a consumer, the demand as per the bills is accounted as revenue
receipt irrespective of whether the consumer has remitted the same or not.
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The Commission has been determining the expected revenue from charges
and revenue gap based on this income. As per the provisions of the EA-2003,
the Commission is duty bound to bridge the approved revenue gap by revising
the electricity tariff.
As discussed above, the arrears collection will not have direct impact on the
determination of tariff initiated by the Commission.
Issue No.9. Excessive salaries and benefits extended to the employees of

KSEBL.
2.24 The stakeholders during the hearing submitted that, the proposed tariff hike is
for meeting the excessive salary and benefit allowed to the employees of
KSEBL. The revision of pay and allowances in KSEBL is implemented without
the approval of the State Government. Hence the Commission shall not
approve the tariff revision.
2.25 The Commission noted the objections of the stakeholders. The Commission
hereby clarify that, it has been approving the Operation and Maintenance cost
of KSEBL, including the employee cost strictly as per the norms specified in
the Tariff Regulations, 2021 and its amendments. The norms specified by the
Commission is the ceiling norm. The excess amount incurred by KSEBL over
the norms specified in the Regulations is not allowed while approving the ARR
and Truing Up orders.
2.26 As per the provisions of the Tariff Regulations, 2021, and as per the various
judgements of Hon’ble APTEL including the judgement dated 10.11.2014 in
Appeal Petition No. 01 of 2013 and 19 of 2013, the pay revision expenses
after prudence check is pass through in ARR and Tariff. However, for want of
formal approval of the State Government, the Commission while approving
the Truing Up of Accounts of KSEBL for the Year 2022-23 vide the Order
dated 28.06.2024 in petition OP No. 85/2024, has not considered the revision
of pay and allowances implemented by KSEBL vide the Order dated
15.02.2021.
2.27 KSEBL had filed the present tariff proposals, for bridging the revenue gap
approved by the Commission vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 in Petition OP
No. 11/2022. As clarified already, while approving the ARR, the Commission
has allowed the O&M cost including employee cost strictly as per the
provisions of the Tariff Regulations, 2021. The Commission vide the Order
dated 28.06.2024 in OP No. 85/2024 has approved the Truing Up of Accounts
of KSEBL for the Year 2022-23, and wherein also, the O&M costs are allowed
strictly as per the provisions of the Tariff Regulations, 2021.
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Issue No. 10
Demand for public hearing in every district for the determination of
tariff.
2.28 Few of the stake holders raised the issue that, the public hearings may be
conducted at every district instead of the four places conducted at present, so
that more consumers can participate in the hearings. It is difficult for the
stakeholders to understand the petition filed by KSEBL in English, hence may
direct to file the tariff petitions in Malayalam.

2.29 The Commission is a quasi judicial body, functioning as per the provisions of
the EA-2003. Tariff determination is one of the statutory functions of the
Commission.
The procedure for the determination of tariff is prescribed in the EA-2003, the
Tariff Regulation,2021 and KSERC (Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2003
and its amendments. This includes pre-publication and public consultation.
Further, while determining the tariff, the Commission is also duty bound to
comply with the various directions issued by the Hon’ble APTEL and Hon’ble
Supreme Court on Tariff related matters.
As per the EA-2003, the Commission has to issue the final Order after
completing all the procedures within 120 days from the date of filing the
petition.
2.30 KSEBL has submitted the modified the tariff proposals on 02.08.2024, for
revising the tariff and terms and conditions of tariff from 01.07.2024 to
31.03.2027. The same was uploaded at the website of the Commission on the
same day.
Further, as directed by the Commission, KSEBL has published the summary

of the tariff petition in two Malayalam dailies and one English daily having
wide circulation in the State.
The Commission also conducted public hearings on the proposals at

Kozhikode on 03.09.2024, at Palakkad on 04.09.2024, Ernakulam on
05.09.2024 and at Thiruvananthapuram on 11.09.2024.
2.31 Further, Commission through its website, print and visual media has clarified
that, the consumers and stakeholders can submit the written comments till
10th September 2024. It has further extended till 18.09.2024. All such
comments received by the Commission has been duly considered while
determining the tariff.
2.32 As discussed above, the Commission has been taken due care and attention
to gather the views of the consumers and stake holders regarding the tariff
determination. All the stakeholders in the State was given reasonable
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opportunity to file their objections and comments either by directly
participating the public hearings or by submitting the written comments
through post or email.
Issue No. 11. Power factor incentive

2.33 Many stakeholders has submitted that, the present power incentives are not
encourage the consumers to improve the power factor. Earlier, the
Commission has been extending the PF incentives for the PF above 0.90.
The same may be reinstated.

2.34 The Commission has noted the views of the stakeholders regarding power
factor incentive and penalty.
The existing power factor incentive and penalty as per the Order of the
Commission dated 25.06.2022 is extracted below.
“The following incentive and disincentive shall be applicable to LT industrial

consumers with a connected load of and above 20 kW, HT&EHT Consumers, and
Bulk consumers and distribution licensees for power factor improvement.
PF range (lag) Incentive/ Penalty

Incentive
0.50% of the Energy Charge for each 0.01 unit increase in
Above 0.95 and upto 1.00
power factor from 0.95
Penalty
0.50% of the energy charges for every 0.01 fall in PF below
0.90 and upto 0.95
0.95 and upto 0.90
below 0.90 1% of the energy charge for every 0.01 fall in PF from 0.90
Note: No penalty and incentive for consumers with leading power factor”
KSEBL in the instant petition dated 08.02.2023 has not proposed to revise the
existing PF incentives and penalties in the State, and requested to continue
the same for the remaining period of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27.
The Commission also not intended to revise the existing PF incentive and
penalty at this stage.
Issue No.12. Cancellation of Long term power supply contracts
2.35 Some of the stakeholders raised the issue that, the increase in cost of power
purchase and the revenue gap is mainly due to the cancellation of the 465MW
of power purchase agreement signed in the Year 2015. This has resulted in
filing the present tariff revision proposals before the Commission.
2.36 The reasons for the cancellation of the long term PPAs with three generators
with the total capacity of 350MW was explained in detail in the Order of this
Commission dated 10.05.2023 in petition OP No. 05/2021 which is available
in public domain. Though the Commission has reviewed and reinstated the
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PPAs as per the directions of the State Government under Section 108(2) of
the EA-2003 vide the Order dated 29.12.2023, Hon’ble APTEL and Hon’ble
Supreme Court dismissed the Order dated 29.12.2023 questioning the
authority of the State Government in intervening while discharging the
statutory functions of the State Commissions as per the EA-2003.
Appeal petition filed by KSEBL against the Original Order dated 10.05.2023 is
pending before the Hon’ble APTEL.
2.37 The Commission further clarify that, KSEBL has filed the modified proposals
dated 02.08.2024 for bridging the revenue gap approved by this Commission
vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 in OP No. 11/2022 for the MYT period from
2022-23 to 2026-27. In the MYT Order dated 25.06.2022, the Commission
has considered the schedule of power from the 350MW DBFOO contracts
which was not approved by the Commission.
Issue No.13. Objections against the proposed billing based on connected

load
2.38 The stake holders has objected the proposals of KSEBL to levy fixed charges
on the basis of the connected load instead of the present methodology to levy
the fixed charged linked to the consumption.

2.39 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEBL in detail and
addressed the issue in detail in paragraphs 3.197 to 3.202 of this Order. The
Commission rejected the proposals for the time being.
Issue No.14. Incentive may be provided to prosumers for increasing solar

generation
2.40 Many prosumers of the KSEBL argued that, they are helping KSEBL by
generating electricity from Solar PV, and injecting solar power during day time.
However, KSEBL during the hearing submitted that, the solar prosumers
injecting electricity during solar hours in day time, wherein the electricity rate
in the market is around Rs 3.00/unit only, where as these prosumers taking
back these energy during non-solar hours in peak and off peak time zones.
Due to the predominance of domestic category and lack of industrial growth,

the electricity demand in the State is less during day time. The situation
further aggravated with installation of more than 1200MW solar PV in the
Kerala grid so far. Another 30 to 50MW of Solar PV is being added to the
grid every month.
KSEBL further submitted that, the energy rate during non solar hours,
especially during peak hours is comparatively high and more than Rs
10.00/unit, hence KSEBL has been incurring financial loss for giving back the
energy injected into the grid to these prosumers. The financial liability incurred
by KSEBL on this account also is ultimately passed on to other consumers of
KSEBL who have not installed solar panels.
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2.41 The Commission has been taking various steps for the promotion of the Solar
PV installation in the State by prosumers including net metering facility,
allowing to install more than connected load/ contract demand for meeting the
consumption, wheeling of surplus energy to other premises etc.
2.42 Commission has enhanced the rate for the surplus solar power supplied to the
grid by 46 paise per unit (increased from Rs 2.69/unit to Rs 3.15/unit) during
2023-24. Commission is monitoring the development in the sector for
appropriate decisions.
Issue No. 15. Objections filed by M/s Petronet LNG against the
proposal of KSEBL to classify the “LNG Regasification terminal’ under
Commercial category.
2.43 Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) submitted concerns on the KSEBL's proposal to
classify the "LNG Regasification Terminal" under the Commercial Tariff
category. PLL stated that, the present proposals is without appraising the
actual facts and a clear understanding of the activities carried out at LNG
Regasification Terminals. PLL has already filed Writ Petition No. 39868/2023
before the Hon'ble Kerala High Court against KSEBL’s unilateral change of
tariff classification from HT-1 Industrial to HT-IV Commercial. The Hon'ble
Kerala High Court issued an order on 29.11.2023 in favor of PLL. However,
despite this order, KSEBL continues to issue monthly demand notices under
the HT-IV Commercial category, while PLL remits energy bills based on the
tariff applicable under HT-1A Industrial.
PLL requested the Commission to consider these facts while deciding on

KSEBL's tariff petition and to direct KSEBL to classify the LNG Regasification
Terminal as an HT Industrial consumer.
2.44 M/s Petronet LNG Ltd vide the letter dated 28.10.2024 had submitted the
judgment of the Hon’ble High Court of Kerala in WP (C) No.39868 of 2023
dated 23rd October 2024, before the Commission for classifying the petitioner
under HT-1 Industrial category.
The Hon’ble High Court vide the judgment dated 23.10.2024 in WP(C)
No.39868 of 2023 has orders as follows;
“3.Considering the issue of classification of tariff for which the petitioner is liable
to be charged for the consumption of electricity, it would be appropriate to send
the matter to the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC),
Thiruvananthapuram for deciding the issue after hearing the parties.
4.The petitioner and the Board are directed to appear before the Kerala State
Electricity Regulatory Commission on 06.11.2024. The Regulatory Commission
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shall hear the parties and decide the issue expeditiously in accordance with the
law.
4.1 Till the matter is disposed of by the Regulatory Commission, the petitioner
should continue to pay the rate of industrial tariff for the electricity consumed by
it. However, the payment shall be subject to the final outcome of the proceedings
before the Regulatory Commission.
4.2 The pleadings of the writ petition should be produced before the Regulatory
Commission along with the judgment. The Board should be given time to file its
response/counter to the pleading of the petitioner.”
2.45 The Commission admitted the matter as petition OP No. 41/2024, and is
separately appraising the matter regarding the appropriate tariff category for
the “LNG Regasification terminal’ of M/s Petronet LNG Ltd. The decision of
the Commission in the said petition is binding on M/s Petronet LNG Ltd and
KSEBL.
Issue No.16. Appropriate tariff for Private Hostels
2.46 Sri. Fizal, Sri. Sasidharan Thettikuzhi, President, Professional Hostel Owners
Association (PHOA) and Sri. Saithu Mohammad P.K, Hostel Owners Welfare
Association, submitted that, private hostels are providing affordable, safe
accommodation to IT employees, startup workers, and university students.
Although these hostels offer monthly rents far below hotel rates, KSEBL levy
electricity charges at commercial electricity rates., which is unfair.
They further requested that, considering the sectors critical role supporting
economic development and its non-commercial nature, the private hostels
may be classified under residential/domestic electricity tariffs.
2.47 The Commission has noted the issues raised by the Professional Hostel
Owners Association (PHOA) and Hostel Owners Welfare Association during
the hearings.
As per the prevailing tariff order, private hostels are classified under LT-VII(A)
Tariff along with ‘private lodges, private guest houses, private rest houses and
private travellers bungalows. Except the private hostels, others in the group
are providing accommodation in daily basis. Considering the essential
accommodation on monthly basis provided by the private hostesl, the
Commission has decided to exclude them from LT-VII(A) Commercial Tariff
along the lodges, rest houses etc, which mostly provide daily accommodation
facilities.
However, the domestic tariff, which is applicable for the electricity

requirements of the essential family living cannot be extended to them.
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Considering all the aspects in detail and their nature of activity, the
Commission has decided to classify them under LT-VII(C) Tariff, and which
may reduce their electricity tariff payable for three phase connections with
monthly consumption above 300units by 20% to 30%.
Issue No. 17. Electricity Tariff prevailing in Kerala is highest among the
Southern States
2.48 Few stakeholders raised the issue that, the electricity tariff prevailing in Kerala
is the highest among the southern States. Further, upto 200 units per month is
allowed to the domestic categories at free of cost.
2.49 All the State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs) in the Country are
governed by the Electricity Act (Central Act 36) of 2003. The SERCs are
determining the tariff, as per the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, various
judgments and directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court and Hon’ble APTEL,
Electricity Rules and Policies issued by the Ministry of Power, GoI from time
to time, the policy directives of the State Government on tariff related issues,
consistent with EA-2003 etc. Further, tariff determination is a quasi legislative
process involving pre-publication and stake holder consultation.
2.50 Electricity is a merchantable commodity. In the usual course, the same

quantity of electricity with same quality, should be priced equally irrespective
of the purpose for which it is used. But this is not the case with the tariff of
electricity. Electricity supplied for irrigation, domestic activities, industrial
activities, commercial activities, publicity and advertisement activities,
entertainment activities etc., is priced differentially depending upon the socio
economic importance of such activity for which electricity is used. As per the
Section 43 of the Electricity Act 2003, electricity has become a statutory right
of every citizen of our Nation.
2.51 Section 62 (3) of the Electricity Act 2003, authorized the Commission to
categorize the consumers as follows;
(3) The Appropriate Commission shall not, while determining the tariff under
this Act, show undue preference to any consumer of electricity but may
differentiate according to the consumer's load factor, power factor, voltage,
total consumption of electricity during any specified period or the time at
which the supply is required or the geographical position of any area, the
nature of supply and the purpose for which the supply is required.
2.52 Therefore the Commission has to consider the purpose for which electricity is
used, while determining tariff for various categories of consumers. The
Commission has been authorized by the provisions of Electricity Act, 2003, to
formulate consumer categories and to determine tariff according to the role
each consumer category plays in the socio economic development of the
society. The categorization of consumer for the purpose of electricity tariff is
under the domain of the State Commission under the Electricity Act-2003.
Under Section 62(3) of the Electricity Act, 2003, the Commission is
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empowered to differentiate between tariffs based on which purpose for which
electricity is required.
2.53 The cross subsidy is a practice recognized by the provisions of Electricity Act,
2003, though it has been stipulated in clause (g) of Section 61 that the cross
subsidy should be reduced. In the process of cross subsidy, the sectors such
as agriculture and low income group of domestic are given electricity at
subsidized rates and subsidy is provided by consumers in the categories such
as commercial etc. Industrial tariff is generally at par with the average cost of
supply.
2.54 The Commission has to carefully consider the competing claims of various
categories of consumers and work out a delicate balance while determining
tariff, in such a way that the legitimate and reasonable expenses of the
licensees are met with. Therefore tariff for electricity supplied to various
categories of consumers can only be determined in an integrated manner
after considering the claims and counter claims of all stakeholders.
The Commission has been determining the electricity tariff in the State duly
considering the above aspects.
2.55 The Commission has also examined the prevailing tariff of various consumer
categories prevailing in various States. The details of the prevailing electricity
tariff is available in the public domain. A comparison of the electricity tariff
determined by SERCs in the Country for the Year 2023-24 is available in the
report ‘Key Regulatory Parameters of the Power Utilities’ published by ‘REC
Ltd’, a Maharatna company under the administrative control of the Ministry of
Power, GOI, published on 30.06.2024.
The report indicate that the average tariff of agriculture, small industries,
medium industries, large industries and also the domestic consumers with
monthly consumption upto 100 unit is the lowest in Kerala among the
Southern States. Further, the commercial tariff in this State is also less than
other States except Karnataka. At the same time, tariff for domestic
consumers having consumption above 500 units is slightly higher in Kerala.
This higher rate is maintained to meet the cross subsidy requirements of low
end consumers.
However the average daily consumption of about 84 lakh domestic

consumers (80% of the total domestic consumers) is less than 8.5 units only
(monthly consumption of 250 units).
The stakeholders in the public hearings were raising the argument that the
electricity tariff in the State is the highest, without appraising the facts and
published information.
The Commission has also noted that, few State Governments are offering
budgetary subsidy over the Tariff determined by the SERCs. But allowing
‘subsidy or not’ is the prerogative of the concerned State Government and the
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SERCs have no authority to intervene in such policies of the State
Governments.
It is noted that the State of Kerala is providing various social security support
to different segments of the society, viz, housing (life mission), health care,
education, social security pension etc based on the socio economic priorities
of the State Government. The Commission recognise that setting priorities for
social security expenses is the prerogative of the State Government. It is
inappropriate to compare the social security measures across various States
as the socio economic situation vary widely. Also the State Commission,
acting under the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003 has no role in fixing
these priorities.
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CHAPTER-3
DETERMINATION OF TARIFF FOR THE YEAR 2024-25 AND
2025-26
3.1 KSEBL vide the submission dated 02.08.2024 has submitted the modified
proposals for ‘Revision of Tariff and Terms & Conditions of Supply of
Electricity in the State w.e.f 01.07.2024 to 31.03.2027, to bridge the
revenue gap approved vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 in petition OP No.
11/2022. The details are given below.
Table 3.1
Tariff increase proposed by KSEBL for the period from 2024-25 to 2026-27
Addl revenue through proposed tariff revision
Tariff Addl revenue Addl revenue Addl revenue Summer
revision @ Rs 0.302/ @ Rs 0.195/ @ Rs 2 paise
Year tariff
proposed kWh from kWh from /unit from Total
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 @Rs
onwards onwards onwards 0.10/unit
(Rs/ unit) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
2024-25 0.302 812.16 111.08 923.24
2025-26 0.195 850.92 549.01 116.34 1516.27
2026-27 0.020 893.43 576.44 53.82 122.08 1645.77
Summer tariff (for the
energy consumption from
January to May every
year from 2024-25
onwards) 0.100
3.2 KSEBL targets to bridge the entire revenue gap approved by the Commission
vide the MYT Order dated 25.06.2022 in petition OP No. 11/2022, as detailed
in Table 1.3 of this Order. The same is extracted below for ready reference.
Table 3.2
Net un-bridged revenue gap after effecting the tariff revision for the years
Balance un- Additional revenue
Net
bridged expected through the Net Revenue gap
Revenue
approved proposed tariff revision during the MYT
Year gap of
revenue in 2024-25 to 2026-27 (Cumulative)
the Year
gap (net) (Table 1.2)
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
2022-23 30.8 30.8 30.8
2023-24 920.0 920.0 950.8
2024-25 1370.1 923.2 446.9 1397.7
2025-26 1108.3 1516.3 -408.0 989.7
2026-27 1066.0 1645.8 -579.8 409.9
3.3 As discussed above, KSEBL has proposed an annual increase @Rs

0.302/unit in the year 2024-25, Rs 0.195/unit in the year 2025-26 and 2 paise
per unit in the year 2026-27. The proposed revision is over and above tariff
revision @Rs 0.41/unit in the Year 2022-23 and Rs 0.20/unit in the Year 2023-
24.
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3.4 The Commission has examined the ARR, ERC and Revenue gap approved
vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 in petition OP No. 11/2022, the additional
revenue through the tariff revision approved in the Year 2022-23 and 2023-24,
and the balance unbridged revenue gap for the period from 2024-25 to 2026-
27. The details are given below.
Table 3.3
ARR, ERC and Revenue gap approved vide the Order dated 25.06.2022
Revenue from existing
ARR Revenue gap
Energy tariff till 25.06.2022
Year sale Avg. cost
Amount Amount Avg. tariff Amount (Rs/
of supply
unit)
(MU) (Rs.Cr) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs. Cr) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs. Cr)
2022-23 24880 17236 6.93 15309 6.15 1927 0.77
2023-24 25698 18813 7.32 15874 6.18 2939 1.14
2024-25 26897 19631 7.30 16611 6.18 3020 1.12
2025-26 28180 20219 7.17 17382 6.17 2837 1.01
2026-27 29588 21085 7.13 18203 6.15 2882 0.97
As detailed above, the average cost of supply approved for the remaining
period of the MYT is Rs 7.30/unit, Rs 7.17/unit and Rs 7.13/unit for the years
2024-25, 2025-26 and 2026-27 respectively.
3.5 In order to bridge the approved revenue gap, the Commission had revised the
electricity tariff in the Year 2022-23 w.e.f 26.06.2022 increasing tariff at an
average rate of Rs 0.41/unit. Subsequently, in the year 2023-24, the
Commission had approved a nominal increment in tariff at an average rate
@Rs 0.20/unit w.e.f 01.11.2023. The Commission has examined the
additional revenue through the last two tariff revisions in the balance period of
the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.4
Revenue expected through the tariff revisions implemented during the MYT
Revenue Addl revenue from tariff
from revision approved during the
Energy Total Avg
existing MYT
sale revenue revenue
Year tariff as on
2022-23 2023-24
25.06.2022
(Rs/
(MU) (RS. Cr) (RS. Cr) (RS. Cr) (RS. Cr)
kWh)
2024-25 26896.58 16611.19 1092.86 557.35 18261.40 6.79
2025-26 28180.21 17381.63 1145.02 583.94 19110.59 6.78
2026-27 29588.10 18203.38 1202.22 613.92 20019.52 6.77
3.6 As per the Table 3.3 and Table 3.4 above, even after accounting the additional
revenue from the last two tariff revisions, it is seen that there is considerable
net unbridged revenue gap in the remaining period of the MYT from 2024-25
to 2026-27. The details are given below.
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Table 3.5
Balance approved unbridged revenue gap after accounting the tariff revision in 2024-25
& 2025-26
Revenue from
MYT Order dated
existing tariff as on Revenue gap
Energy 25.06.2022
01.11.2023
sale
Year ARR ACoS Total Average Total Average
approved approved revenue tariff amount rate
(Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs. (Rs/
(MU) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
kWh) kWh) Cr) kWh)
2024-25 26896.58 19631.5 7.30 18261.4 6.79 1370.1 0.51
2025-26 28180.21 20218.9 7.17 19110.6 6.78 1108.3 0.39
2026-27 29588.10 21085.5 7.13 20019.5 6.77 1066.0 0.36
3.7 The Commission vide the Order dated 28.06.2024 had approved the Truing
Up of accounts for the year 2022-23. As per the said Order, the total un-
bridged revenue gap for the year 2022-23 is Rs 30.80 crore, and the total
accumulated approved revenue gap as on 01.04.2023 is Rs 6408.37 crore.
The Commission further noted that, the total unbridged revenue gap as on
01.04.2021 was Rs 7130.74 crore including additional revenue gap of Rs 7.08
crore approved vide the Order dated 16.07.2022 in RP No. 04/2021. While
approving the MYT Order dated 25.06.2022, the Commission had approved to
amortise Rs 3350.00 crore out of the total unbridged approved revenue gap of
Rs 7123.66 crore, in the following manner.
Table 3.6
Amortisation of the past revenue gap provisionally approved vide the MYT Order
dated 25.06.2022
Amortisation
provisionally approved
Year vide the MYT Order
dated 25.06.2022
(Rs. Cr)
2022-23 850
2023-24 850
2024-25 850
2025-26 500
2026-27 300
Total 3350
However, KSEBL vide the Truing up petition for the year 2022-23, has not
claimed the amortisation of Rs 850.00 crore due to the huge revenue gap as
per the C&AG audited accounts, and the Commission has also not considered
the amortisation due to the unbridged revenue gap. Even without the
amortisation, the revenue gap as per the Order on Truing Up for 2022-23
dated 28.06.2024 is Rs 798.52 crore. But, the State Government vide the
Order dated 26.03.2024 is pleased to take over the revenue loss of Rs
767.715 crore in the year 2022-23, thus the net revenue gap passed on to the
consumers is limited to Rs 30.80 crore.
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The Commission vide the Order dated 03.10.2023 in petition OP No. 17/2023
in the matter of Truing Up of accounts of the year 2021-22 had approved the
revenue surplus of Rs 753.17 crore. After accounting this revenue surplus of
Rs 753.17 crore and also the net approved revenue gap of Rs 30.80 crore for
the year 2022-23 over the total revenue gap of Rs 7130.74 crore as on
01.04.2021, the accumulated net revenue gap as on 01.04.2023 was Rs
6408.37 crore.
The Commission is aware that, this approved unbridged revenue gap also has
to be wiped out in a phased manner, either through improving the
performance and optimising cost, or, by passing on to the consumers through
revision of tariff, or a combination of the two, i.e., a part of the revenue gap
may be bridged through optimisation of costs, efficiency gains etc, and a part
may be passed on to the consumers through tariff.
3.8 As per the Regulation 10(1) (iii) and also 10(2) of the Tariff Regulations, 2021,
KSEBL has to file the Truing Up of accounts for the year 2023-24, and also
the Mid-term performance review for the year 2024-25 upto September-2024
including the revised forecast for the Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 on account
of the unexpected variations etc latest by 30 th November-2024. Once the
Commission approves the Truing Up of accounts for the Year 2023-24 and
Mid Term Performance Review (MPR) following due process including public
hearing, the updated position of the revenue gap/surplus of KSEBL for the
year 2023-24, and also the revised forecast of the ARR, ERC and Revenue
gap for the year 2025-26 and 2026-27 will become available.
As discussed earlier, the Commission is of the considered view that, by

improving the performance, optimising expenses including the cost of power
purchase, furthering efficiency gains, enhancing productivity including through
automation and digitisation, timely collection of the electricity tariff etc, KSEBL
can reduce its overall cost of power supply, and bridge a substantial portion of
the approved gap.
Inflation since the last tariff revision
3.9 The Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 has determined the tariff in
the State w.e.f 01.11.2023. While determining the tariff, the Commission has
considered the inflation upto the year 2022-23.
3.10 The inflation during the year 2023-24 is given below.

Table 3.7
Average inflation from 2022-23 to 2023-24
Year Average WPI* (%) Average CPI** (%)
2022-23 152.5 131.12
2023-24 151.4 137.92
(%) Increase over 2022-23 -0.7% 5.19%
Avg. inflation as per Regulation =
30%WPI+70%CPI 3.41%
* Whole Sale Price (WPI) published by O/o the Economic Advisor, Ministry of Commerce & Industry,
GoI.
** Consumer Price Index (CPI) published by Labour Bureau, GoI
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As detailed above, while the retail inflation was 5.19% during the period, the
inflation for the purpose of tariff regulation has been 3.41% since the last tariff
revision.
Approved unbridged revenue gap proposed to be met through tariff and

balance gap proposed to be met through improving the operational
efficiency.
3.11 However, the Commission based on the average cost of supply (ACoS)
approved vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 and also duly considering the
balance approved revenue gap as detailed in Table 3.5 above, has decided to
approve a moderate increase of about Rs 0.16/unit (about 2.39% increase) in
the year 2024-25, and an increase of Rs 0.12/unit (about 1.75%) in the year
2025-26. The Commission is not inclined to approve any tariff revision for the
year 2026-27.
With the tariff revision as above, the average tariff in the coming years can be
gradually transitioned instead of a hefty increase in 2024-25 to fully recover
the approved revenue gap for the year, to be followed by a possible
moderation of tariff in subsequent years in tune with the ACoS trajectory.
Accordingly, the average tariff for the year 2024-25 may increase to Rs
6.96/unit in the year 2024-25 as against the ACoS of Rs 7.30/unit and Rs
7.06/unit in the year 2025-26 as against the ACoS of Rs 7.17/unit. Since the
Commission has not proposed any increase in the year 2026-27, the average
tariff of the year 2026-27 should remains at Rs 7.05/unit as against the ACoS
of Rs 7.13/unit approved for the year 2026-27. The details are given in Tables
3.8 and 3.9. The Commission has noted that the approved revenue gap
includes provision for amortisation of past accumulated gaps, the amortisation
of which could get slightly prolonged as a result of phased tariff revision over
two financial years, while at the same time the Commission has taken care
that no additional revenue gap is created during the Control Period.
Table 3.8
Average tariff rate and balance revenue gap to be met through efficiency gains with the
approved tariff revision for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26
Average cost Tariff Tariff Tariff gap
Average
of supply increase increase Average tariff (including
tariff at the
approved as approved approved at the provision for
prevailing
Year per MYT Order for the for the approved tariff recovery of
tariff w.e.f
dated Year Year 2025- for 2024-25 past revenue
01.11.2023
25.06.2022 2024-25 26 and 2025-26 gap)
(Rs/ kWh) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs/ kWh) (Rs/ kWh)
2024-25 7.30 6.79 0.16 6.95 0.35
2025-26 7.17 6.78 0.16 0.12 7.07 0.10
2026-27 7.13 6.77 0.16 0.12 7.07 0.06
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Table 3.9
Revenue expected through the tariff revision approved for 2024-25 & 2025-26,
and part of the gap to be met through efficiency gains
Balance gap after
Revenue through tariff revision in 2024-
Balance excluding provision for
25 & 2025-26
revenue amortisation of past gap
gap @Rs @Rs
Year (Table 0.16/unit 0.12/unit
Total Yearly Cumulative
above) for 2024- for 2025-
25 26
(Rs. (Rs/
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
Cr) unit)
2024-25 1370.1 151.67* 151.67 0.06 368.42 368.42
2025-26 1108.3 473.20 354.00 827.20 0.29 (-) 218.90 149.52
2026-27 1066.0 487.40 368.16 855.56 0.29 (-) 89.61 59.91
• Revenue for four months from 01.12.2024 to 31.03.2025
3.12 The Commission has noted that the additional estimated cost included in the
approved ARR for the control period owing to planned installation of FGD in
coal based stations has not materialised owing to enlargement of time allowed
for its installation and other related reasons. The Commission has also noted
that the sales volume has shown significant growth recently than estimated in
the approval thereby improving the cost recovery. Taking these factors into
consideration it is expected that a portion of the past accumulated revenue
gap can also be recovered during the control period and the exact
recoverable amount can be ascertained as part of the midterm review already
due. Any course correction required for the balance period of the MYT period
will be duly considered by the Commission as part of the midterm review
process.
3.13 As detailed above, even after approving a moderate increase in tariff by Rs

0.16/unit in 2024-25 and Rs 0.12/unit in 2025-26, KSEBL is expected to have
an approved revenue deficit of Rs 1218.42 crore in 2024-25 including the
amortisation of the past revenue gap, which is about 6% of the approved
ARR. In the subsequent years, the revenue deficit on standalone basis is in
the range of 1.4% to 1.50% of the approved ARR including the amrotisation of
the past gap.
3.14 The Commission has noted that the revenue gap discussed above is based
on the ARR approved at the beginning of the MYT period 2022-23. Since then
KSEBL has been taking various initiatives in improving its performances, and
its results on financial performance can be appraised at the time of Midterm
Performance Review (MPR) only, that pending for filing before the
Commission on 30.11.2024. However, the Commission has identified the
following thrust areas for improving the financial performance of KSEBL.
(1) Cost of power purchase.

The annual cost of power purchase of KSEBL is in the range of Rs
12500 crore to Rs 13000.00 crore. KSEBL now purchases about 20%
of its requirement through short term market including DEEP portal,
power exchanges etc.
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The Commission has been giving directions to KSEBL to purchase
power at competitive rates on long term basis through bidding as per
Section 63 of the EA-2003. KSEBL is also tying up sufficient ‘Firm and
Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) power through renewable
implementing agencies appointed by the Central Government including
SECI, SJVN, NHPC and NTPC etc.
Internally also, KSEBL has been giving due thrust for BESS and other
energy storage proposals to store and use the cheaper solar energy
available during day time for meeting the peak demand and also for
meeting the demand of non-solar hours.
The Commission has been encouraging the prosumers and other RE

developers also to install BESS and other energy storage system, to
store the solar energy available during day time. The stored energy can
be used, at least for meeting part of the energy requirement during
non-solar hours without depending on grid power.
Central Government has recently sanctioned coal linkage to Kerala

equivalent to produce 500MW on long term basis.
The Commission expect that, the cost of power purchase can be

substantially moderated through the various efforts initiated by KSEBL.
(2) Reduction in O&M expenses including employee cost.

The O&M cost of KSEBL is about 22% of the approved ARR. Out of it
the major component comprising about 70% is the salary and
allowances of the serving employees. At the beginning of the MYT
period, i.e., in the Year 2022-23, the total number of employees was
about 31000, however after retirement and also by abolishing the
redundant posts etc, the present strength is about 28000 only. By re-
deployment and optimum utilisation of the manpower, KSEBL can
reduce the O&M cost considerably over the approval.
(3) Also by adopting computerisation in all areas including billing, on line

payment, adoption of modern technologies etc, KSEBL could reduce its
administrative expenses to a greater extent.
(4) Commission has been approving the capital investments proposed by

KSEBL in its transmission and distribution system and infrastructure.
KSEBL has been consistently reducing the T&D loss over the years.
The arrears of the Government departments and PSUs also reduced.
Through all these measures, KSEBL is expected to reduce its

expenses and also to improve its revenue in the coming years.
3.15 The Commission has also examined other sources of funds available for
meeting its cash flow requirements. As part of the ARR, the Commission has
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been allowing interest on the General Provident Fund of its employees
available with KSEBL, on the reason that this has been utilising as its internal
resources. The annual GPF subscription of its employees is about Rs 300.00
crore.
In addition to the above, the security deposit (SD) and additional security
deposit (ACD) collected from the consumers also increased by 5 to 6%
annually in line with the increase in consumption and also with tariff increase.
The interest on security deposit also allowed in ARR as a genuine expenses.
The SD and ACD also expected to increase annually by about Rs 250.00
crore.
Considering all these reasons, even though the Commission has not fully
bridged the entire approved revenue gap to the consumers through tariff, the
Commission has ensured that, the cash flow of the utility will not be affected
and its financial performance including the payment for power purchase,
salary and pensions, other O&M expenses, interest payments etc has to be
ensured. At the same time, possible tariff shock and financial burden to the
consumers of KSEBL by bridging the entire revenue gap through tariff can be
avoided.
The details of the determination of tariff for each consumer category is given
in the subsequent paragraphs.
Principles adopted for Tariff determination
3.16 As per the Section 86 of the Electricity Act, 2003, determination of electricity
tariff is one of the statutory functions of the State Electricity Regulatory
Commissions. The Electricity Act, 2003 prescribes the various principles and
procedures to be adopted by the State Electricity Regulatory Commissions for
tariff determination which are discussed below.
(1) Section 61 of the Electricity Act, 2003 provide as follows.
“61. The Appropriate Commission shall, subject to the provisions of this Act,
specify the terms and conditions for the determination of tariff, and in doing
so, shall be guided by the following, namely:-
(a) the principles and methodologies specified by the Central Commission for
determination of the tariff applicable to generating companies and
transmission licensees;
(b) the generation, transmission, distribution and supply of electricity are
conducted on commercial principles;
(c) the factors which would encourage competition, efficiency, economical use
of the resources, good performance and optimum investments;
(d) safeguarding of consumers' interest and at the same time, recovery of the
cost of electricity in a reasonable manner;
(e) the principles rewarding efficiency in performance; (f) multi year tariff
principles;
(g) that the tariff progressively reflects the cost of supply of electricity and
also, reduces cross-subsidies within the period to be specified by the
Appropriate Commission;
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(h) the promotion of co-generation and generation of electricity from
renewable sources of energy;
(i) the National Electricity Policy and tariff policy”
(2) Section 62(3) of the Electricity Act, 2003 empower the State
Commission to differentiate the retail tariff of the consumers according
to the consumer’s load factor, power factor, voltage, time at which the
supply is required, the geographical position of the area, the nature of
supply and the purpose for which the supply is required. The relevant
section of the EA-2003 is extracted below.
“ 62(3) The Appropriate Commission shall not, while determining the tariff
under this Act, show undue preference to any consumer of electricity but may
differentiate according to the consumer' s load factor, power factor, voltage,
total consumption of electricity during any specified period or the time at
which the supply is required or the geographical position of any area, the
nature of supply and the purpose for which the supply is required.”
(3) Section 86(4) of the Electricity Act, 2003, provides that, while
discharging its statutory functions under Section 86 of the Electricity
Act, 2003, it shall be guided by National Electricity Policy, National
Electricity Plan and Tariff Policy notified by the Central Government
under Section-3 of the Electricity Act, 2003.The relevant section is
extracted below for ready reference.
86. (1) The State Commission shall discharge the following functions,
namely:
(a) determine the tariff for generation, supply, transmission and wheeling of
electricity, wholesale, bulk or retail, as the case may be, within the
State:
…..
“86 (4) In discharge of its functions the State Commission shall be

guided by the National Electricity Policy, National Electricity Plan and
tariff policy published under section 3.”
(4) In compliance of the Section-3 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the Central
Government, notified the revised ‘Tariff Policy 2016’ on 28 th January
2016. Paragraph 8.3 of the Tariff Policy 2016, deals with ‘tariff design’,
which specify the following:
“
(i) The State Commission shall be guided by the objective that the tariff
progressively reflect the efficient and prudent cost of supply of
electricity.
(ii) The retail tariff are brought within +_20% of the average cost of
supply.
(iii) The tariff of the BPL category shall at least be 50 percent of the
average cost of supply.”
3.17 The Commission has been bringing down the cross-subsidy level of the
subsidising categories of consumers and also increasing the cost coverage of
the subsidised categories in each tariff revision. The details are given below.
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Table 3.10
Cost coverage as per the previous tariff orders issued by the Commission
Cost coverage
Tariff category
2012-13 2013-14 2014-15 2017-18 2019-20 2022-23 2023-24
Domestic 60.50% 61.20% 71.00% 73.60% 75.70% 73.93% 75.04%
Agriculture 38.00% 37.00% 45.00% 43.20% 45.30% 42.29% 44.68%
Street Light 59.00% 60.00% 68.00% 73.20% 82.10% 75.47% 75.84%
LT Commercial 171.00% 166.70% 161.00% 159.10% 157.80% 148.04% 147.32%
HT Commercial 169.20% 166.30% 160.80% 153.50% 150.20% 148.50% 147.17%
HT Industry 112.00% 113.00% 117.00% 117.00% 115.00% 111.06% 109.20%
EHT- Industry 66kV 107.00% 106.00% 112.00% 111.90% 98.10% 98.04% 96.97%
EHT-Industry-110 kV 101.00% 102.00% 106.00% 104.70% 102.60% 93.29% 92.11%
As detailed above, in the case of subsidised consumers such as domestic,

agriculture, street lights etc, the Commission has been gradually moving
towards 80% of the average cost of supply through tariff. Further, in the case
of the cross subsidising consumers such as LT commercial and HT
commercial, the Commission has been gradually reducing the cross subsidy
level and targeted to bring down the cost coverage to 120% of the average
cost of supply.
3.18 The Commission, by invoking the statutory powers conferred on it under

Section 181 (zd) of the Electricity Act, 2003 along with the Section 61 of the
Electricity Act, 2003 had notified the KSERC (Terms and Conditions for
Determination of Tariff) Regulations, 2021. Regulation 85 of the Tariff
Regulations, 2021 is extracted below for ready reference.
“85. Determination of Tariff.– (1) The bulk supply tariff and retail supply tariff of the
distribution licensees, and the wheeling charges for use of the distribution system shall
be determined by the Commission, on the basis of a petition for determination of tariff
made by the distribution licensee in accordance with the provisions under Chapter III of
these Regulations.
(2) The retail supply tariff shall be uniform for the same tariff category of consumers of all
the distribution business/licensees in the State of Kerala and shall be the same as the
retail supply tariff category wise as determined by the Commission from time to time for
the distribution business of KSEB Limited.
(3) The bulk supply tariff for supply of electricity by KSEB Limited to other distribution
licensees in the State of Kerala shall be determined by the Commission, in accordance
with the principles laid down from time to time, in the orders of the Commission with
regard to such distribution licensees.
(4) The Commission may categorize consumers on the basis of their load factor, power
factor, voltage, total consumption of electricity during any specified period or the time at
which the supply is required, the geographical position of any area, whether it is a
certified green building, the nature of supply and the purpose for which the supply is
required.
(5) The retail supply tariff for different consumer categories shall be determined after
considering the estimated average cost of supply. The estimated average cost of supply
shall be computed as the ratio of the approved aggregate revenue requirements of the
distribution business/ licensee for each financial year of the Control Period and calculated
in accordance with Regulation 76, to the total sale of the distribution business/ licensee
for the respective financial year.
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(6) The Commission shall endeavour to reduce gradually, the cross-subsidy among
consumer categories with respect to the average cost of supply, in accordance with the
provisions of the Act and the provisions of the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory
Commission (Principles for Determination of Roadmap for Cross-subsidy Reduction for
Distribution Licensees) Regulations, 2012.
(7) The wheeling charges may be denominated in terms of Rupees/ kWh or Rupees/ kW/
month, or Rupees/ kW/ day or as the case may be; for the purpose of recovery from the
user of the distribution system, as stipulated by the Commission from time to time.
(8) Any revenue subsidy/ grant received from the State Government, other than the
subsidy under Section 65 of the Act, shall be treated in the manner as indicated by the
State Government: Provided that if no such manner is indicated, the subsidy/ grant shall
be used to reduce the overall revenue gap between Aggregate Revenue Requirement
and the actual revenue of the distribution business/ licensee approved by the
Commission.
(9) While determining the tariff, the Commission shall also consider the cost of supply at
different voltage levels and the need to minimize the tariff shock to any category of
consumers.
(10) Distribution licensee shall purchase the excess energy injected into the system by a
renewable energy prosumer, as provided in sub regulation 5 of Regulation 21 of KSERC
(Renewable and Net Metering) Regulations, 2020 at the Average Power Purchase Cost.
The Commission shall determine the APPC every financial year based on a petition filed
by the distribution licensee not later than 31st July of the succeeding year.
(11) The Commission shall prescribe in the Tariff Order, appropriate incentive/disincentive
for maintaining the power factor of the distribution system, at a level between 0.95 lag
and 0.95 lead as specified in the Central Electricity Authority (Technical Standards for
Connectivity to the Grid) Regulations 2007, as amended from time to time, to certain
category of consumers including Bulk consumers/ distribution licensees in the State.
(12)The distribution licensee/ bulk consumer shall be responsible for maintaining the
power factor of their distribution system, at a level between 0.95 lag and 0.95 lead, as
specified in the Central Electricity Authority (Technical Standards for Connectivity to the
Grid) Regulations 2007 as amended from time to time.”
3.19 As per the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, Tariff Policy, 2016 and
KSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff) Regulations, 2021,
the ‘retail tariff for different consumer categories during the remaining years
of the MYT period from 2024-25 to 2026-27 also has to be determined duly
considering the average cost of supply as the base.
Average Cost of Supply for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26
3.20 As detailed in Table 3.5 above, the average cost of supply for the year 2024-
25 is Rs 7.30/unit and Rs 7.17/unit for the year 2025-26. The Commission has
adopted the average cost of supply as the base for determination of tariff for
the Years 2024-25 and 2025-26.
Assessment of cost of supply at different voltage levels
3.21 The Hon’ble APTEL has, vide judgment dated 31.05.2013 in Appeal No.
179/2012 (filed by Kerala HT and EHT Industrial Electricity Consumers
Association against the Tariff Order dated 25.07.2012 for the year 2012-13),
directed the Commission to determine the voltage wise cost of supply for
various categories of consumers within six months of passing of the Order and
to determine the cross subsidy and tariff in future as per the direction laid
down by the Hon’ble APTEL. In the above judgment, Hon’ble APTEL has
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stated that it had, vide its judgment dated 30.05.2011 in Appeal petition No.
102 of 2010 (Tata Steel case and related batch of cases), given a formulation
for determination of voltage-wise cost of supply in the absence of availability of
detailed data. The relevant portions of the judgment are extracted below.
“31. We appreciate that the determination of cost of supply to different

categories of consumers is a difficult exercise in view of non-availability of
metering data and segregation of the network costs. However, it will not be
prudent to wait indefinitely for availability of the entire data and it would be
advisable to initiate a simple formulation which could take into account the
major cost element to a great extent reflect the cost of supply. There is no
need to make distinction between the distribution charges of identical
consumers connected at different nodes in the distribution network. It
would be adequate to determine the voltage-wise cost of supply taking into
account the major cost element which would be applicable to all the
categories of consumers connected to the same voltage level at different
locations in the distribution system. Since the State Commission has
expressed difficulties in determining voltage wise cost of supply, we would
like to give necessary directions in this regard.
32. Ideally, the network costs can be split into the partial costs of the
different voltage level and the cost of supply at a particular voltage level is
the cost at that voltage level and upstream network. However, in the
absence of segregated network costs, it would be prudent to work out the
voltage – wise cost of supply taking into account the distribution losses at
different voltage levels as a first major step in the right direction. As power
purchase cost is a major component of the Tariff, apportioning the power
purchase cost at different voltage levels taking into account the distribution
losses at the relevant voltage level and the upstream system will facilitate
determination of voltage wise cost of supply, though not very accurate, but,
a simple and practical method to reflect the actual cost of supply.
33. The technical distribution system losses in the distribution network can
be assessed by carrying out system studies based on the available load
data. Some difficulty might be faced in reflecting the entire distribution
system at 11 KV and 0.4 KV due to vastness of data. This could be
simplified by carrying out field studies with representative feeders of the
various consumer mix prevailing in the distribution system. However, the
actual distribution losses allowed in the Annual Revenue Requirement
which include the commercial losses will be more than the technical losses
determined by the system studies. Therefore, the difference between the
losses allowed in the Annual Revenue Requirement and that determined
by the system studies may have to be apportioned to different voltage
levels in proportion to the annual gross energy consumption at the
respective voltage level. The annual gross energy consumption at a
voltage level will be the sum of energy consumption of all consumer
categories connected at that voltage plus the technical distribution losses
corresponding to that voltage level as worked out by system studies. In this
manner, the total losses allowed in the ARR can be apportioned to different
voltage levels including the EHT consumers directly connected to the
transmission system of GRIDCO. The cost of supply of the Appellant’s
category who are connected to the 220/132 KV voltage may have zero
technical losses but, will have a component of apportioned distribution
losses due to difference between the loss level allowed in Annual Revenue
Requirement (which includes commercial losses) and the technical losses
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determined by the system studies, which they have to bear as consumers
of the distribution licensee.
34. Thus, Power Purchase Cost which is the major component of Tariff can
be segregated for different voltage levels taking into account the
transmission and distribution losses, both commercial and technical, for the
relevant voltage level and upstream system. As segregated network costs
are not available, all the other costs such as Return on Equity, Interest on
Loan, depreciation, interest on working capital and O&M costs can be
pooled and apportioned equitably, on pro-rata basis, to all the voltage
levels including the Appellant’s category to determine the cost of supply
Segregating Power Purchase cost taking into account voltage-wise
transmission and distribution losses will be a major step in the right
direction for determining the actual cost of supply to various consumer
categories. All consumer categories connected to the same voltage will
have the same cost of supply. Further, refinements in formulation for cost
of supply can be done gradually when more data is available”.
3.22 Thus, as per the directions issued by the Hon APTEL, the Commission is
required to determine the cost of supply at different voltage levels based on
the ARR approved by the Commission as per the provisions of the Tariff
Regulations, 2021. In order to arrive at the cost of supply at different voltage
levels, the following details have to be estimated based on the norms
approved by the Commission.
(i) Total energy input into the SBU-D of KSEB Ltd

(ii) Total cost of energy input into SBU-D of KSEB Ltd., comprising of the
cost of generation by SBU-G, the cost of power purchase and the
transmission charges payable to SBU-T.
(iii) Total distribution cost of the SBU-D of KSEB Ltd.
(iv) Details of energy sale at different voltage level (EHT, HT and LT levels)
by SBU-D of KSEB Ltd.
(v) Allocation of distribution loss among EHT, HT and LT levels.
3.23 The energy input into the SBU-D of the KSEB Ltd includes the following;
(i) Generation from hydel and thermal plants owned and operated by
SBU-G of KSEB Ltd.,
(ii) Power purchase from various sources including CGS, power purchase
from IPPs within the State, power purchase through traders/generators
from outside the State, power purchase from short-term market
including power exchanges, less
(iii) The transmission losses in the transmission network of SBU-T of KSEB
Ltd.
3.24 Based on the approved ARR of SBU-G, SBU-T and SBU-D for the years
2024-25 and 2025-26, vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 in petition OP No.
11/2022, the various input parameters adopted for determining the cost at
different voltage levels is given below.
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Table 3.11
Energy sale at different voltage level
2024-25 2025-26
Sl No Particulars
(MU) (MU)
1 Energy sale at 220 kV 149.22 158.17
2 Energy sale 110 kV 1871.27 1931.4
3 Energy sale at 66kV 384.64 390.24
4 Energy sale at HT 4272.99 4464.19
5 Energy sale at LT 20218.46 21236.21
Total 26896.58 28180.21
3.25 The approved cost of energy input into the SBU-D of KSEB Ltd for the years
2024-25 and 2025-26 is given below.
Table 3.12
Summary of the cost of generation and power purchase approved for the years 2024-
25 and 2025-26
Sl 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars
No (Rs.Cr) (Rs.Cr)
ARR of SBU-G ARR of SBU-G (cost of self generation)
1 as per the Order dated 25.06.2022 734.63 767.00
2 Cost of Power Purchase (net excluding ext.sale) 10597.67 11130.01
3 Total cost of generation & Power purchase = (1)+(2) 11332.30 11897.01
ARR of SBU- Transmission (Total transmission
4 charges) 1706.12 1852.41
Cost of generation and Power purchase of SBU-D
(cost of energy input of SBU-D) including intra-state
5 transmission cost= (3)+(4) 13038.42 13749.42
3.26 The ARR of the SBU-D approved for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given
below.
Table 3.13
ARR of SBU-D approved for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26
Sl 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars
No (Rs.Cr) (Rs.Cr)
1 O&M cost 3830.59 4074.97
2 Interest & finance charges 1499.43 1475.22
3 Depreciation 328.04 376.34
4 RoE 253.50 253.50
5 Addl contribution to Master trust 333.42 333.42
6 Repayment of bond 339.42 339.42
Part of the unrecovered revenue gap to be recovered through
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tariff during the year 2023-24 (Rs. Cr) 850.00 500.00
Non- Tariff Income -841.33 -883.40
Total 6593.07 6469.47
3.27 The energy transaction and losses at different voltage level as per the
approved ARR for the year 2023-24 is given below.
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Table 3.14
Energy transaction and losses at each voltage level for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26
Sl No Particulars 2024-25 2025-26
1 Total Energy input (Generation and Power purchase (MU) 30025.21 31318.32
2 Losses at 220 kV level (%) 1.72% 1.67%
3 Energy loss upto 220 kV level = (1) x (2) (MU) 517.73 523.15
4 Energy sale at 220 KV (MU) 149.22 158.17
5 Energy transferred to 110 kV level= (1)-(3)-(4) (MU) 29358.26 30637.00
6 Energy loss in 110 kV system (MU) 379.21 383.18
7 Loss upto 110 KV level= (3)+(6) (MU) 896.94 906.33
8 Losses in (%) upto 110kV level = (7)/ (1) (%) 2.99% 2.89%
9 Energy sale at 110 kV level (MU) 1871.27 1931.40
10 Energy transmisted to 66 kV= (5)-(7)-(8) (MU) 27107.78 28322.42
11 Energy loss in 66 kV system (MU) 63.87 64.54
12 Energy losses upto 66kV level= (7)+(11) (MU) 960.81 970.87
13 Losses in (%) Upto 66 kV level = (12)/(1) 3.20% 3.10%
14 Energy sale at 66 kV (MU) 384.64 390.24
15 Energy input to HT system = (10)-(11)-(14) (MU) 26659.27 27867.64
16 Losses in HT (MU) 1052.91 1052.91
17 Total losses upto HT = (12)+(15) (MU) 2013.72 2023.78
18 Losses in (%) upto HT level= (16)/(1) 6.71% 6.46%
19 Energy sale at HT (MU) 4272.99 4464.19
20 Energy transferred to LT = (15)-(16)-(19) (MU) 21333.37 22350.54
21 Energy sale at LT (MU) 20218.46 21236.21
22 Energy loss at LT = (20)-(21) (MU) 1114.91 1114.33
23 Total losses upto LT = (17)+(22) (MU) 3128.63 3138.11
Total loss 10.42% 10.02%
3.28 The cost of supply at different voltage levels for the years 2024-25 and 2025-
26, arrived as per the methodology prescribed by Hon’ble APTEL vide the
judgment dated 30.05.2011 in Appeal No. 102 of 2010 is given in the Table
below.
Table 3.15
Cost of supply at different voltage level for the year 2024-25
220
Particulars kV 110 kV 66kV HT LT Total
Energy sale at different voltage
1
level (MU) 149.22 1871.27 384.64 4272.99 20218.46 26896.58
2 T&D loss at each voltage range (%) 1.72% 1.3% 0.24% 3.95% 5.23%
2 Effective T&D loss for supply at

each voltage level 1.72% 2.99% 3.22% 7.04% 11.90% 10.42%
3 T&D loss at each voltage range MU 2.62 57.75 12.81 323.82 2731.63 3128.63
4 Energy input for the sale at
different voltage level = (1)+(2) (MU) 151.84 1929.02 397.45 4596.81 22950.09 30025.21
Power purchase cost including
intra-state transmission charges
5 (apprortioned at different
voltage level in the ratio of
energy input) Rs. Cr 65.94 837.67 172.59 1996.16 9966.06 13038.42
6 Distribution cost (apportioned in
the ratio of energy input) Rs. Cr 33.34 423.58 87.27 1009.39 5039.48 6593.07
7 Total cost = (4)+ (5) Rs. Cr 99.28 1261.26 259.86 3005.55 15005.54 19631.49
8 Cost per unit Rs/unit 6.65 6.74 6.76 7.03 7.42 7.30
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Table 3.16
Cost of supply at different voltage level for the year 2025-26
220
Particulars kV 110 kV 66kV HT LT Total
1 Energy sale at different voltage
level (as per chapter-4) (MU) 158.17 1931.4 390.24 4464.19 21236.21 28180.21
2 T&D loss at each voltage range (%) 1.67% 1.3% 0.23% 3.78% 4.99%
Effective T&D loss for supply at
2
each voltage level 1.67% 2.90% 3.12% 6.78% 11.43% 10.02%
3 T&D loss at each voltage range MU 2.69 57.69 12.57 324.78 2740.38 3138.11
4 Energy input for the sale at
different voltage level = (1)+(2) (MU) 160.86 1989.09 402.81 4788.97 23976.59 31318.32
Power purchase cost including
intra-state transmission charges
5
(apprortioned at different voltage
level in the ratio of energy input) Rs. Cr 70.62 873.25 176.84 2102.46 10526.24 13749.42
6 Distribution cost (apportioned in
the ratio of energy input) Rs. Cr 33.23 410.89 83.21 989.26 4952.88 6469.47
7 Total cost = (4)+ (5) Rs. Cr 103.85 1284.14 260.05 3091.73 15479.12 20218.89
8 Cost per unit Rs/unit 6.57 6.65 6.66 6.93 7.29 7.17
3.29 As above, the summary of the cost of supply at different voltage level for the
year 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given in the Table below.
Table 3.17
Summary of the voltage wise cost of supply for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26
Voltage level cost of supply (Rs/ kWh)
Voltage level
2024-25 2025-26
220 kV 6.65 6.57
110 kV 6.74 6.65
66kV 6.76 6.66
HT 7.03 6.93
LT 7.42 7.29
Average cost of supply 7.30 7.17
3.30 The Commission has duly considered the cost of supply at different voltage
level for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26 as above, while determining the retail
tariff of different categories of consumers for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26.
Determination of Retail Tariff

3.31 As per the Order of the Commission dated 25.06.2022, the average cost of
supply (ACoS) approved for the year 2024-25 is Rs 7.30/unit and the same
approved for the year 2025-26 is Rs 7.17/unit.
Further, as detailed in Table 3.5 above, the net unbridged revenue gap for the
year 2024-25 is Rs 1370.10 crore (Rs 0.51/unit) and the same in the year
2025-26 is Rs 1108.30 crore (0.39/unit). If the entire accumulated gap is
allowed to be recovered through tariff, it may result in the excessive tariff hike
of Rs 0.51/unit in the year. In addition to the above, a substantial amount of
past approved revenue gap of Rs 6408.37 crore as on 01.04.2023 is pending
recovery through tariff.
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As already discussed in this Order, the Commission is of the considered view
that, as the incumbent licensee and PSU fully owned by the State
Government, KSEBL has to meet a part of its approved revenue gap through
efficiency gains.
However, in order to avoid liquidity problems, and to meet the essential

expenses including the cost of power purchase to ensure quality power to the
consumers of the State, the Commission has decided to approve a moderate
increase of about Rs 0.16/unit in the year 2024-25 and Rs 0.12/unit in the
year 2025-26, such that no new regulatory asset is being created.
3.32 The Commission has also examined in detail the prevailing tariff of the various
categories of consumers and also the cost coverage at the prevailing tariff.
3.33 As per the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, Tariff Policy 2016, the Tariff
Regulations 2021 and also as per the various judgements of the Hon’ble
APTEL, the Commission has to ensure the following while determining the
retail tariff.
(i) The tariff of the subsidised categories such as domestic categories,

agriculture and public lighting etc has to be increased so as to bring it
close to the level of 80% of the average cost of supply, without creating
tariff shock.
(ii) The cross subsidy level of the subsidising categories such as

commercial categories is to be gradually reduced.
(iii) The tariff of the industrial consumers is already within + 20% of the
average cost of supply. The Commission may increase the tariff of the
industrial categories also moderately within ± 20% of the average cost
of supply, to maintain the existing cross subsidy level of the subsidising
categories. Further, as discussed earlier, the inflation since the last tariff
revision is about 3.41% (for tariff determination inflation is taken as
30%of WPI + 70% of the CPI).
(iv) The Commission has also taken care to ensure that the cross-subsidy
levels of consumers with cross subsidy above 120% has not increased
considerably in excess of the inflation, as far as possible.
3.34 Based on the above considerations, the Commission hereby approves the
following tariff for each consumer of the categories as shown in the following
paragraphs.
Low Tension-I – DOMESTIC (LT-1)
3.35 The domestic category constitutes about 75% of the total electricity
consumers of the State. The annual consumption of the domestic category is
about 54.50% of the overall energy consumption of the State. However, the
revenue contribution from the domestic category at the existing tariff is only
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41.40% of the overall revenue. Further, the average tariff of the domestic
category at the existing tariff is Rs 5.73/unit as against the ACoS of Rs
7.30/unit in the year 2024-25 and Rs 7.17/unit in the year 2025-26. The cost
coverage of the domestic category at the existing tariff is only 73.82% of
ACoS.
3.36 The consumer strength, annual consumption and the revenue at the existing
tariff of domestic categories for the year 2024-25 is given below.
Table 3.18
Details of domestic consumers
Consumer Strength for 2024-25 Annual Consumption (2024-25)
Monthly Number of
% of
consumption Single Three consumers as Cumul MU Cumulative
total
slab Phase Phase Total (%) of total ative (%)
Non-Paying
12206 0.65 0.00%
Group 12206 0.11% 0.11% 0.00%
0 to 40 (BPL) 20126 20126 0.19% 0.30% 4.64 0.03% 0.04%
0-50 2499713 112250 2611963 24.33% 24.63 694.85 4.74% 4.77%
51 - 100 3068144 57836 3125980 29.12% %
53.75 3115.33 21.24% 26.02%
101-150 2549816 90588 2640404 24.59% %
78.34 4218.51 28.77% 54.78%
151-200 1170177 104501 1274678 11.87% %
90.21 2810.75 19.17% 73.95%
201-250 465994 88764 554758 5.17% %
95.38 1557.91 10.62% 84.57%
Non telescopic tariff for the monthly consumption above 250 units %
0 to 300 177254 60143 237397 2.21% 97.59 788.60 5.38% 89.95%
0 to 350 60918 40074 100992 0.94% %
98.53 427.19 2.91% 92.86%
0 to 400 32364 25945 58309 0.54% %
99.07 277.18 1.89% 94.75%
0 to 500 21481 32048 53529 0.50% %
99.57 292.50 1.99% 96.75%
above 500 10538 35368 45906 0.43% %
100.00 476.88 3.25% 100.00%
Total 10088731 647517 10736248 100.00% % 14665.01 100.00%
As detailed above, about 90% of the domestic consumers are having monthly
consumption upto 200 units (daily consumption of 6.67 units). Further, about
74% of the total domestic consumption is consumed by the consumers with
monthly consumption upto 200 units.
The tariff of the domestic consumers comprises fixed charge (Rs/

consumer/month) and energy charge (Rs/ kWh). The existing tariff and the
tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for domestic category for the year 2024-25 and
2025-26 is discussed in the following paragraphs.
Fixed charge proposed by KSEBL

3.37 The existing fixed charge and the same proposed by KSEB Ltd for the MYT
period from 2024-25 to 2026-27 is given below.
Table 3.19
Fixed charge- existing rate and the rate proposed by KSEBL
Single Phase Three Phase
Monthly Slab /
Proposed Proposed
Units Existing Existing
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
0-40 (BPL) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0-50 40 50 55 55 100 150 170 175
51-100 65 80 90 90 140 170 180 185
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101-150 85 100 110 110 170 200 210 215
151-200 120 150 160 165 180 210 220 225
201-250 130 160 170 175 200 230 240 245
Non telescopic tariff for the monthly consumption above 250 units
0 to 300 150 180 190 195 205 235 245 250
0 to 350 175 205 215 220 210 240 250 255
0 to 400 200 230 240 245 210 240 250 255
0 to 500 230 260 270 275 235 265 275 280
above 500 260 290 310 315 260 300 310 315
Energy charge proposed by KSEBL

3.38 The existing energy charge rate and the same proposed by KSEBL for the
remaining years of the MYT period from 2024-25 to 2026-27 is given below.
Table 3.20
Energy charge- existing tariff and the same proposed by KSEBL
Monthly Slab Existing Tariff KSEBL proposal
approved on
/ Units 31.10.2023 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
NPG Nil Nil Nil Nil
0-40 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Telescopic
0-50 3.25 3.35 3.50 3.50

51-100 4.05 4.25 4.45 4.45
101-150 5.10 5.30 5.50 5.55
151-200 6.95 7.20 7.45 7.50
201-250 8.20 8.50 8.75 8.80
Non-Telescopic
0 to 300 6.40 6.70 6.95 7.00

0 to 350 7.25 7.55 7.80 7.85
0 to 400 7.60 7.90 8.15 8.20
0 to 500 7.90 8.20 8.45 8.50
above 500 8.80 9.10 9.35 9.40
Fixed charge and energy charge of domestic category approved by the

Commission
3.39 As above, KSEBL has proposed to increase the fixed charge of single phase
domestic consumers by Rs 10/consumer/ month to Rs 30/consumer/ month
and three phase consumers by Rs 30/consumer / month to Rs 50/consumer
/month in the year 2024-25. Similarly, KSEBL proposed to increase the fixed
charge of single phase consumers and three phase consumers in the year
2025-26 and 2026-27 also.
KSEBL has proposed to increase the energy charge by Rs 0.10/unit to Rs

0.30/unit in the year 2024-25, Rs 0.15/unit to Rs 0.25/unit in the year 2025-26
and an increase of 5 paise/unit in the year 2026-27.
3.40 The Commission has examined the tariff increase proposed by KSEBL as per
the provisions of the EA-2003, Tariff Regulations, 2021 and other Rules and
Regulations in force. However, the Commission is not agreeable for such
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drastic hike in the electricity tariff, especially for consumers with monthly
consumption upto 250 units.
However, it is also a fact that, the average tariff of the domestic category is Rs
5.39/unit only as against the ACoS of Rs 7.30/unit. The cost coverage of this
category is 73.60% of the ACoS, as against the mandate of the Tariff Policy
2016 that it shall be within ±20% of the ACoS.
3.41 The Commission has also noted that, out of the total 107 lakh of domestic
consumers in the year 2024-25, 95% (102 lakh) consumers have monthly
consumers less than 250 unit. Further, out of it, 96% (about 98 lakh)
consumers are single phase consumers.
3.42 The Commission has also considered the fact that, electricity has become one
of the essential requirements of human life. Though the cost of electricity has
been increasing over the years due to inflation, changes in fuel prices, shift
from conventional sources of electricity to infirm renewable sources and
associated costs etc., this Commission is duty bound to consider the socio-
economic factors prevailing in the State and take care to avoid tariff shock to
any category of electricity consumers of the State.
3.43 Considering all these factors in detail, the Commission has decided to
approve a moderate increase in fixed charge and energy charges, however
the overall increase of electricity charges is limited to 3.54% as against the
retail inflation of 5.19.
3.44 The fixed charge of the domestic consumers is not linked to connected load or
contract demand, but linked to the monthly consumption levels.
Many stakeholders raised the issue that the fixed charges of the domestic
consumers has to be linked to the connected load instead of consumption
level. Some stakeholders also raised the issue that, lakhs of houses like that
of NRIs and high net worth individuals owning more than one house etc with
high connected load remain unoccupied for most of the months and may be
in use only occasionally. KSEBL has incurred substantial infrastructure cost
for providing and also for maintaining their supply. However, such consumers
also have to pay a meagre amount only as fixed charges during most of the
months in a year when the house remains closed/rarely occupied, which leads
to under recovery of costs.
The Commission has noted the comments against the fixed charges levied
from the domestic consumers based on the monthly consumption as against
linking to the connected load similar to other LT categories. As discussed
earlier, as of now, KSEBL has been providing electricity to about 107 lakh
domestic consumers in the State. The exact connected load details of these
consumers are not readily available with the licensee. Further, the load of
each consumer will change periodically with the installation of more and more
household electrical equipments. It is also not practical to update the
connected load of each consumers by vising inside the house by the officials
of the licensee. As of now, there are no online facilities also available for
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updating the load details of the consumers on their own. However, the meters
now procured by the licensee record the actual demand of the consumers in
each timeblock and provide the maximum demand (MD) of the consumer
during a billing period. This information can be used to regulate the allowable
demand of a consumer as well as to bill the fixed charges on the basis of
recorded maximum demand instead of energy consumption. However, since
now this data is not being used for billing purposes, it is not being captured or
analysed in a reliable manner. Without this information it is not practically
possible to design an appropriate fixed charge rate for the recorded maximum
demand in a revenue neutral manner. At the same time it is desirable to move
towards a recorded maximum demand based billing system in a phased
manner.
Hence, KSEB Ltd is directed to put in measures to read and record the
recorded maximum demand (RMD) of all domestic consumers having meters
with the facility, as part of the normal billing process. The RMD shall also be
provided in the bills of such consumers also. Based on an analysis of RMD
over a period, KSEB Ltd shall structure a revenue neutral proposal for billing
the fixed charges on the basis of RMD as part of the next tariff proposal when
it is due.
In view of the complexities in connected load based billing and lack of data for
designing a RMD based fixed charges, the Commission has decided to
continue for the time being with the existing methodology of levying fixed
charges linked to the actual consumption, which is a reasonable proxy of the
RMD in respect of consumers having a regular pattern of electricity
consumption.
3.45 The Commission is also aware of the fact that lakhs of houses/flats owned by
NRIs and high networth individuals owning multiple houses remain mostly
unoccupied or under occupied. However, the details of such consumers such
as their connected load and month wise electricity consumption are not
readily available with the licensee. The Commission is of the considered view
that, the subsidised tariff allowed under the lower slabs of domestic tariff,
treating it as a lifeline consumption for the low income group households need
not be extended to such affluent sections of consumers. The Commission
may take an appropriate view on the tariff slabs applicable to such
consumers, once KSEBL submits the necessary and sufficient details for the
purpose.
Hence, the Commission hereby directs KSEBL to collect and submit the
section wise details of the mostly unoccupied houses, including their
connected load, monthly consumption etc during the last three years,
segregating it on a reasonable basis like type/age of construction and submit
the same by 28.02.2025.
3.46 As per the details provided by KSEBL, about 6.5 lakh consumers out of 107
lakhs are having three phase connections. Further, out of the total single
phase connections, more than 70,000 consumers have monthly consumption
of more than 400 units. KSEBL may direct its section offices to verify the
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connected load details of these consumers and may direct them to convert to
three phase connections, if the connected load is more than 5kW. A
compliance report of the same may be submitted before the Commission
within one month from the date of this Order.
3.47 The basic philosophy behind the fixed charge/demand charge in two-part tariff
is to recover a part of the permanent cost of the distribution licensee through
consumer tariff. The fixed charge proposed by KSEB Ltd and the same
approved by the Commission for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given
below. To set right the anomaly of unintended incentive of lower fixed charges
for single phase consumers having higher consumption the rates are
progressively increased at a higher rate.
Table 3.21
Fixed charge- proposed by KSEBL and approved by the Commission
2024-25 2025-26
Existing tariff Approved by the Proposed by Approved by the
Monthly Proposed by KSEBL
Commission KSEBL Commission
slabs
Single Three Single Three Single Three Single Three Single Three
phase phase phase phase phase phase phase phase phase phase
NPG
0-40
0-50 40 100 50 150 45 120 55 170 50 130
51-100 65 140 80 170 75 160 90 180 85 175
101-150 85 170 100 200 95 190 110 210 105 205
151-200 120 180 150 210 130 200 160 220 140 215
201-250 130 200 160 230 145 220 170 240 160 235
Non telescopic tariff for the monthly consumption above 250 units
0 to 300 150 205 180 235 190 225 190 245 220 240
0 to 350 175 210 205 240 215 235 215 250 240 250
0 to 400 200 210 230 240 235 240 240 250 260 260
0 to 500 230 235 260 265 265 265 270 275 285 285
above 500 260 260 290 300 290 290 310 310 310 310
3.48 The slab wise details of the energy charge approved by the Commission for
domestic category is given below.
Table 3.22
Energy charge approved by the Commission
Monthly Existing Tariff KSEBL proposal Approved by KSERC
Slab / Units approved on 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
31.10.2023
NPG Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
0-40 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
Telescopic
0-50 3.25 3.35 3.50 3.50 3.30 3.35

51-100 4.05 4.25 4.45 4.45 4.15 4.25
No revision
101-150 5.10 5.30 5.50 5.55 5.25 5.35

151-200 6.95 7.20 7.45 7.50 7.10 7.20
201-250 8.20 8.50 8.75 8.80 8.35 8.50
Non-Telescopic
0 to 300 6.40 6.70 6.95 7.00 6.55 6.75

0 to 350 7.25 7.55 7.80 7.85 7.40 7.60
0 to 400 7.60 7.90 8.15 8.20 7.75 7.95
0 to 500 7.90 8.20 8.45 8.50 8.05 8.25
above 500 8.80 9.10 9.35 9.40 9.00 9.20
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3.49 The Commission has decided to continue the existing concessional tariff as
per the Order of the Commission dated 31.10.2023 in OP No. 18/2023, with
following modifications, till further orders.
(1) Fixed charges shall not be applicable to consumers belonging to below

poverty line (BPL) category with connected load of and below 1000
watts and monthly consumption of and below 40 units.
(2) As per the existing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, BPL familes having
cancer patients or permanently disabled persons as family members
due to polio or accidents, and consume upto 100 units per month shall
be billed @Rs 1.50/unit, provided their connected load is of and below
1000 watts.
The Commission has received representation from consumers having

‘permanent disability other than polio or accidents’ to extent the benefit
to them also. Further it was observed that the connected load of 1000
watt is too inadequate even for connecting life supporting systems.
Considering these aspects in details, the Commission hereby approve
the Note-2 of the prevailing Tariff Schedule dated 31.10.2023 as
follows;
“ BPL families having cancer patients or persons having permanent

disability of 40% or above as family members, consuming upto 100
units per month shall be billed @Rs 1.50/unit, provided their connected
load is of and below 2000 watts’. The excess consumption over 100
units in a month may be charged at normal tariff.
(3) Home stay units approved as such by the Department of Tourism shall
be billed under LT-I domestic.
(4) The Commission has also received representation during the hearing
that, as part of the promotion of farm tourism, the farm stay facilities at
the farms (agriculture, animal husbandry and dairy) may be billed at
LT-1 domestic tariff. The Commission agreed with the proposals and
allow the farm stays mentioned above having a total connected load of
upto 20 kW and certified by appropriate authority may be allowed to be
billed under LT-1 domestic tariff.
(5) Domestic consumers shall be allowed to utilize electrical energy in a

portion of their residence for their own use for purposes other than
domestic if the connected load for the purposes other than for
domestic, in their premises does not exceed 20% of the total
connected load or 1000 Watts whichever is less.
(6) Nano household units shall be allowed to be billed under domestic tariff
to promote entrepreneurial environment in the state.
(7) Concessions granted to the families of the victims of Endosulfan
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tragedy in Hosdurg and Kasargod Taluks of Kasargod district, as
follows.
‘ The tariff for domestic consumption by the families of the victims of
Endosulfan tragedy in Hosdurg and Kasaragod Taluks of Kasaragod
District shall be Rs.1.50 / unit for a monthly consumption up to 150
units. If the consumption of the consumer, who is eligible for the above
concession exceeds 150 units per month, the consumption in excess of
150 units will be charged at the rates specified for the slabs 151-200
units or 201-250 units as the case may be. This concession will not be
available for the consumers with monthly consumption above 250
units’.
(8) The Commission has also decided to continue the domestic tariff to the
domestic water supply schemes approved by the Government
including the following, subject to the billing system as explained in the
Schedule of tariff and terms of supply approved as part of this Order.
(i) water supply schemes under Jalanidhi, Jaladhara or
Swajaladhara Projects;
(ii) water supply schemes coming under water supply societies or
under beneficiary committees;
(iii) water supply schemes for Scheduled Caste (SC) and / or
Scheduled Tribe (ST) colonies;
(iv) water supply schemes for Laksham Veedu Settlements taken
over and managed by Local Self Government Institutions;
(v) social drinking water supply schemes established using local
area development funds of Members of Legislative Assembly
(MLA) and / or Members of Parliament (MP);
(vi) social drinking water supply schemes established using funds of
Local Self Government Institutions;
(vii) social drinking water supply schemes under Peoples
Participatory Schemes (PPS);
(viii) Rajeev Gandhi Drinking Water Schemes managed by
beneficiary groups.
Low Tension- II Temporary Connections
3.50 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the single phase and
three phase temporary connections for the purposes such as illumination,
exhibition, festivals, public meetings, fairs etc are categorised under LT-II
Temporary connections.
Existing tariff for LT-II Temporary connections is given below.
Table 3.23
Existing tariff for LT-II Temporary connections
Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) 12.50
OR
Daily minimum of Rs.100/kW or part thereof of the connected load,
whichever is higher
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Note: 40% concession in the rates shall be allowed if the connection is for;
(a) the exhibitions conducted or sponsored by the Government or Local Self-
Government institutions or by Government educational institutions or by Public
Sector Undertakings and the exhibitions conducted by recognized private
educational institutions;
(b) festivals of religious worship centres for the illumination, public address system and
security lighting. (This concession is limited to the energy availed by the religious
worship centres and not by other agencies who function in the premises of religious
worship centres where festival is being organized).
3.51 During the last tariff revision, the Commission has reduced the energy charge
of temporary connections from Rs 15.00/unit to Rs 12.50/unit as to promote
the use of clean energy against the use of DG sets instead of availing
temporary connections.
3.52 KSEBL vide the proposals dated 02.08.2024 has requested to continue the
existing tariff of LT-II category for the remaining period of the MYT period from
2024-25 to 2026-27. The Commission agrees with the proposals of KSEBL
and orders to continue the existing tariff of LT-II temporary connections till
further orders.
3.53 During the deliberations of the tariff petition, some of the stakeholders
reported that, auditoriums, marriage halls/ convention centers etc, are
functioning for very few days in a month or limited months in an year.
As per the prevailing tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, the auditoriums,

convention centers etc under LT are classified under LT-VII(C) category with a
fixed charge of Rs 130/kW/month irrespective of electricity usage. Similarly,
under HT category, the auditoriums and convention centres are classified
under HT-II (B) with a demand charge of Rs 500/kVA/month.
For maintaining grid power during closed down period and also during the
period of minimum usage, these consumers has to pay huge amount as fixed
charge/ demand charge even during the months/days of complete close down
of such auditoriums / marriage halls etc.
In order to avoid the payment of fixed charges, these consumers are using
electricity from diesel generators instead of grid power, which may depend on
fossil fuels. The extensive use of fossil fuels leads to environmental pollution
and health hazards which necessitate the exploitation of alternative energy.
As part of avoiding the usage of fossil fuels, and also to limit the financial
burden to the consumers, the Commission hereby allow the ‘auditoriums,
marriage halls, conventions centers etc who have limited use of electricity
during a month and year’, have the option to avail the LT-II Temporary tariff or
LT-VII(C) tariff for availing supply at LT and HT-VII Temporary tariff or HT-
IV(B) Commercial Tariff, at the choice of the consumer. This option will be
subject to technical feasibility of connecting higher load, if any, required in
addition to contracted connected load under LT VII(C)/HT IV(B) tariff availed
for connecting essential equipments alone. If temporary tariff is availed, such
consumers need to pay electricity charges only for the actual consumption of
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electricity and they are completely exempted from the payment of fixed
charge/ demand charge/ daily minimum as the case may be.
The Commission further clarify that, opting for temporary tariff does not mean
that, such consumers has to avail temporary connection and disconnection
every time, but they can continue with the existing service connection.
However, for maintaining the service connection, they are fully exempted from
the payment of fixed charge, and pay energy charge only at the rate approved
in this Order. Such consumers also exempted from the daily minimum
charges approved for LT-II/HT-VII categories.
KSEBL shall, within one month from date of this Order, intimate the option
facilities to all such consumers to exercise their option in writing. It is also
clarified that such consumers can change the category to temporary and vice
versa, at any time during the periods of their service connection with the
licensee. Other licensees also shall provide such facilities to such consumers,
if any.
LT-III Temporary extensions

3.54 LT-III Temporary extension (LT-III) category is applicable to the temporary
extension taken from the premises of the existing consumers.
The existing tariff of LT-III temporary connections is given below.
Table 3.24
Existing tariff for LT-III Temporary extensions
Fixed charges per day - Rs.65/kW or part thereof of, the temporarily connected
load plus the application fee, test fee etc. Energy charges shall be recovered
from the consumer wherefrom extension is availed, at the tariff applicable to him.
Note: Temporary extension shall be allowed only for a maximum
period of 15 days at a time.
Since KSEB Ltd has not proposed tariff revision for this category, the
Commission hereby orders to continue the existing tariff of LT-III till further
orders.
LT-IV (A) Industry

3.55 As per the prevailing tariff order, the LT-IV (A) Industrial tariff is applicable for
the general purpose industrial loads (single phase or three phase) which
include
(i) manufacturing units,
(ii) grinding mills, flour mills, oil mills, rice mills,
(iii) saw mills, units using electric hydraulic axe machine to break down
logs into small pieces.
(iv) ice factories,
(v) rubber smoke houses, tyre vulcanizing/re-treading units manufacturing
rubber sheets from latex, coconut drying units.
(vi) workshops using power mainly for production and/or repair,
(vii) public waterworks, drinking water pumping for public by Kerala Water
Authority, corporations, municipalities and panchayats, telemetry
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stations of KWA, pumping water for non- agricultural purposes, sewage
pumping units,
(viii) power laundries,
(ix) screen printing of glass ware or ceramic, SSI units engaged in
computerized colour printing, except photo studio/ colour lab,
(x) audio/video cassette/CD manufacturing units,
(xi) printing presses including presses engaged in printing dailies,
(xii) bakeries (where manufacturing process and sales are carried out in the
same premises)
(xiii) diamond- cutting units, stone crushing units, granite cutting units
(where boulders are cut into sheets in the same premises)
(xiv) book binding units with allied activities,
(xv) garment making units,
(xvi) seafood processing units, prawn peeling and processing units, granite
cutting units (where large granite blocks are cut into sheets in the same
premises),
(xvii) plantations of cash crops, tea factories, cardamom and nutmeg drying
and curing units,
(xviii) units carrying out extraction of oil in addition to the filtering and packing
activities carrying out in the same premise under the same service
connection,
(xix) dairy, processing of milk by pasteurization and its storage and packing,
(xx) soda and drinking water manufacturing units,
(xxi) electric crematoria,
(xxii) Dewatering of agriculture land,
(xxiii) Dewatering of waterlogged areas.
(xxiv) De-siltation plants
(xxv) Units engaged in cleaning, grading, blending and storage of food
grains.
(xxvi) Units engaged in catering services without facility for retail sales as that
of restaurants and hotels.
(xxvii) Manufacturing of concrete rings, concrete blocks and concrete tanks
3.56 The existing tariff applicable to LT IV (A) Industrial consumers is given below
Table 3.25
LT-IV (A)- Industry. Existing tariff and Tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd
Existing tariff w.e.f KSEBL Proposal
SlNo Particulars
01.11.2023 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
1 Fixed charges
<10 KW (Rs/consumer 140 150 160 160
10-20 kW (Rs/kW/month) 85 100 110 110
>20 kW (Rs/kVA/month) 200 220 230 230
2 Energy charge (Rs/ kWh)
<10 KW 5.80 5.95 6.05 6.05

10-20 kW 5.80 5.95 6.10 6.10
>20kW 5.85 6.00 6.15 6.20
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The Commission has examined in detail the proposals. During the public
hearings on the tariff petition, many stakeholders including Small Scale
Industries Associations, Rice and Flour mills owner’s associations etc has
requested not to increase the tariff of the LT-IV (A) Industrial consumers.
The Commission has carefully examined the proposals of KSEB Ltd and the
objections raised by the stakeholders. The Commission has noted that, the
cost coverage of the LT-IV (A) Industries is within +_20% of the average cost
of supply.
As explained earlier, the inflation for regulatory purpose, during the year 2024-
25 over previous year is 3.41%. Considering huge outstanding approved
revenue gap, and also to avoid liquidity problems of licensee, the Commission
has decided to approve a moderate increase of about 2.31% in tariff of the
LT-IV (A) Industrial tariff. The details are given below.
Table 3.26
Existing tariff and the Tariff approved by the Commission
2024-25 2025-26
Sl Existing
Particulars Proposed Proposed
No tariff KSERC KSERC
by KSEBL by KSEBL
1 Fixed charges
<10 KW (Rs/consumer /
month) 140 150 140 160 140
10-20 kW (Rs/ kW/ month) 85 100 90 110 95
>20 kW (Rs/ kVA/ month) 200 220 210 230 215
<10 KW 5.80 5.95 5.85 6.05 5.90
10-20 kW 5.80 5.95 5.90 6.10 5.95
>20kW 5.85 6.00 5.95 6.15 6.00
As above, as requested by many stakeholders during the hearing, the

Commission has not increased the fixed charge for small scale industries with
connected load upto 10kW, and allowed a small increase in energy charge by
5 paise per unit only, for industries with a connected load below 10 kW. The
overall increase in electricity charges for LT-IV (A) consumers with connected
load below 10kW is less than 1% only.
For the LT-IV (A) consumers with connected load above 10kW, the overall
increase in tariff is less than 3%, much below the inflationary in 2024-25 over
2023-24. Moreover, day time tariff of these categories of consumers are
reduced by 10% as per the new ToD tariff approved vide paragraph 3.187 of
this Order, thereby providing a net reduction in overall tariff for most of these
industries.
Low Tension- IV(B)- IT and IT Enabled Services [LT- IV (B)]
3.57 The LT IV -B tariff is applicable to Information Technology (IT) and IT enabled

services including Akshaya-e-centres, computer consultancy services units,
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call centres, software services, data processing activities, desktop publishing
(DTP), software development units and such other IT enabled services.
3.58 The existing and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-IV (B) category is
given below.
Table 3.27
Existing Tariff and the Tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-IV (B) Category
KSEBL Proposal
SlNo Particulars Existing
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
1 Fixed charges
<10 KW (Rs/ consumer/ month) 165 175 200 200
10-20 kW (Rs/kW/month) 120 135 160 160
>20 kW (Rs/kVA/month) 200 220 240 240
<10 KW 6.50 6.65 6.75 6.75
10-20 kW 6.50 6.65 6.75 6.75
>20kW 6.60 6.75 6.85 6.85
The Commission has examined the proposals in detail. The average tariff of
the LT-IV(B) category as per the prevailing tariff is about Rs 7.85/unit, and the
cost coverage is about 107.20% of the ACoS. Thus, the cost coverage of the
LT-IV (B) Industrial category are also within +_20% of the average cost of
supply. As discussed earlier, in order to bridge the approved unbridged
revenue gap of the year 2024-25 and 2025-26, and also considering the
regulatory inflation of 3.41% over the previous year, the Commission has
decided to approve a moderate increase of 2.25% in 2024-25 and 1.65% in
2025-26. Moreover, day time tariff of these categories of consumers are
reduced by 10% as per the new ToD tariff approved vide paragraph 3.187 of
this Order, thereby providing a net reduction in overall tariff for most of these
industries.
The details are given below.
Table 3.28
Existing tariff and the Tariff approved by the Commission for LT IV (B) category
Existing tariff 2024-25 2025-26
SlNo Particulars (w.e.f Proposed Proposed
01.11.2023) KSERC KSERC
by KSEBL by KSEBL
1 Fixed charges
<10 KW (Rs/consumer 165 175 175 200 175
10-20 kW (Rs/kW/month) 120 135 130 160 135
>20 kW (Rs/kVA/month) 200 220 210 240 220
<10 KW 6.50 6.65 6.60 6.75 6.65
10-20 kW 6.50 6.65 6.60 6.75 6.70
>20kW 6.60 6.75 6.70 6.85 6.80
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LT-V- Agriculture (A)- [LT – V(A)]
3.59 The tariff in this category is applicable to the use of electricity for:
(1) pumping, dewatering and lift irrigation for cultivation of food crops,
fruits and vegetables.
(2) pumping, dewatering and lift irrigation for the cultivation of cash crops
such as cardamom and coffee and for the cultivation of crops such as
coconut, areca nut, pepper, nutmeg, cloves, cocoa and betel leaves as
pure crops or as inter crops.
The tariff for agriculture category in the State is highly subsidised in view of
the socio-economic profile of agriculture sector, labour intensiveness with high
costs and non-availability of sufficient land for farming purposes due to the
high population density among other problems faced by the agriculture sector.
The cost coverage of this category at the prevailing tariff is only about 42.10%
of the average cost of supply.
The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-V(A) Agriculture
category is given below.
Table 3.29
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-V(A) category
Existing tariff KSEBL Proposal
Particulars (w.e.f
01.11.2023) 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge (Rs/kW/
20 30 40 40
month
Energy charges (Rs/ kWh) 2.30 2.50 2.60 2.60
The Commission examined the tariff rate proposed by KSEB Ltd in detail. The
licensee has proposed an average increase of 19.10% in 2024-25 over
existing tariff. Similarly, in the year 2025-26, KSEBL has proposed an average
increase of 13.10% over the existing tariff.
However, the Commission is not agreeable to such excessive increase for

agriculture category. Agriculture being a primary sector, and also considering
the socio-economic reasons, the electricity tariff of the LT-V(A) category is
highly subsided in this State. However, considering the mandate that, the tariff
of all categories of consumers has to be brought down to +-20% of the
average cost of supply, the Commission has decided to effect a moderate
increase in energy charge of 5 paise/unit. No more increase is proposed for
fixed charge.
The existing tariff, proposal of KSEB Ltd and the tariff approved by the
Commission for LT-V (A) category is given below.
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Table 3.30
Existing tariff and KSEB Ltd proposal and the tariff approved by the Commission
2024-25 2025-26
Particulars Existing Proposed Proposed
KSERC KSERC
tariff (w.e.f by by
Approval Approval
01.11.2023) KSEBL KSEBL
Fixed charge (Rs/kW or part
thereof per month) 20 30 20 40 20
Energy charges 2.30 2.50 2.35 2.60 2.40
The cost coverage may increase from 42.0% to 43.0% in 2024-25, and it may
further increase to 44.0% in 2025-26.
KSEBL during the deliberations of the present tariff proposals requested

to include ‘dewatering of agriculture land’ also under LT-V (A) tariff. The
Commission approves the proposal of the licensee.
LT-V – Agriculture (B) [LT- V (B)]
3.60 The LT- V (B) tariff is applicable to the supply of electricity for the use of the
activities such as,-
(i) livestock farms, combination of livestock farms with dairy, poultry farms,
rabbit farms, piggery farms, hatcheries,
(ii) silk worm breeding units, sericulture,
(iii) floriculture, tissue culture, agricultural and floricultural nurseries,
mushroom culture, aquaponics and hydroponics units,
(iv) aquaculture, fish farms including ornamental fish farms, prawn farms,
other aqua farms, aquarium run by the Agency for Development of
Aquaculture, Kerala, and
(v) cheenavala without fish farming and egger nurseries.
The LT-V(B) tariff is also extended to the following units;
(1) Further, LT-V (B) Agriculture tariff is also applicable to the dairy farms,
which have facilities for collection, chilling and storing of milk, till it is
sent to the processing units, and also applicable to the primary milk
producer’s co-operative societies, the primary function of which is the
collection of milk from the farmers and to sell the same to the
processing units in bulk. This tariff will be also applicable for retail sales
outlets of such units, if the connected load of sales outlets does not
exceed 10% of the total connected load of the units.
(2) The electricity used for running electric motors for making rubber
sheets from Latex by individual farmers.
(3) The electricity used for running Shredding machines used for
powdering dry waste such as coconut leaves, coconut husk, grass etc
by individual farmers
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The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-V(B) categories
is given below;
Table 3.31
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd
Existing KSEBL Proposal
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge (Rs/kW/ month 20 40 60 60
Energy charges (Rs/ kWh) 3.40 3.70 3.90 3.90
The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEBL in detail. The LT-V(B)
Agriculture tariff is also highly subsidised and the cost coverage of this group
is only 50.40% of the average cost of supply. Considering the overall inflation
and the increase in average cost of supply, the Commission decided for a
marginal increase in the electricity tariff of LT-V(B) category. The existing
tariff, proposal of KSEB Ltd and the tariff approved by the Commission for LT-
V (B) category is given below.
Table 3.32
Existing tariff and KSEBL proposal and the tariff approved by the Commission for the
LT- V(B) category
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars tariff (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed by KSERC
01.11.2023) by KSEBL Approval KSEBL Approval
Fixed charge (Rs/kW) 20 40 25 60 30
Energy charges 3.40 3.70 3.40 3.90 3.40
With the approved tariff as per this Order, the cost coverage of this category
has increased from 50.50% to 51.50% in 2024-25 and further increased to
53.3% in 2025-26.
Low Tension –VI-General (A) [LT-VI(A)]
3.61 The tariff under LT-VI (A) category is applicable to;
(i) Government or aided educational institutions; libraries and reading

rooms of Government or Government aided educational institutions.
(ii) Educational institutions administrated by the Government such as LBS,
IHRDE, CAPE etc.
(iii) Primary health centres, dispensaries and hospitals under the Central
Government or State Government or Local Self Government
Institutions; X-Ray units, laboratories, blood banks, mortuaries and
such other units attached to such primary health centres, dispensaries
and hospitals; blood banks of IMA; poly clinics under Ex-servicemen
Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS).
(iv) Centres for religious worship such as temples, mosques and churches;
institutions imparting religious education, monasteries and convents;
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Table 3.33
Existing and Tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd
SlNo Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charges (Rs/per kW or part
1 80 90 100 100
thereof per month)
(i) Monthly consumption of and
5.80 6.00 6.10 6.10
below 500 units (all units)
(ii) Monthly consumption above
6.65 6.85 6.95 6.95
500 units (all uits)
The Commission carefully examined the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-
VI(A) category as above. The average tariff of the LT-VI(A) category also
within ±20% of the ACoS. Considering the unbridged approved revenue gap
for the year, and overall inflation over the previous year, the Commission
decides to approve a moderate increase in tariff of the LT-VI(A) categories.
Table 3.34
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(A) category
2024-25 2025-26
Particulars Existing Proposed
Proposed KSERC KSERC
tariff (w.e.f by
by KSEBL Approval Approval
01.11.2023) KSEBL
thereof per month) 80 90 85 100 90
Energy charge (Rs/ kWh)
below 500 units (all units) 5.80 6.00 5.90 6.10 6.00
500 units (all units) 6.65 6.85 6.75 6.95 6.85
With the approved tariff, the average increase in tariff for the year 2024-25 is
2.55% and the same for the year 2025-26 is 2.45%, which is much less than
the inflation of 3.41% during the year 2024-25 over the previous year.
During the deliberations of the subject matter, KSEBL has requested to

include the educational institutions run by the Universities in the State of
Kerala under LT-VI (A) tariff. The Commission has examined the proposal of
KSEBL and ordered that, the educational institutions directly run by the
Universities of Kerala shall be categorised under LT-VI(A) Tariff.
Low Tension- VI – General (B) – [LT – VI (B)]

3.62 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, LT- VI (B) tariff is
applicable to the following categories,-
(i) Offices and institutions under the State or Central Governments or
under the Local Self Government Institutions, except those which are
included in the category LT-VI General (C); village offices; Government
Treasuries.
(ii) offices of the Corporations, Boards and other Public Sector
Undertakings under State or Central Governments;
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(iii) offices of the Kerala Water Authority (KWA), Kerala State Road
Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and Kerala State Water Transport
Corporation (KSWTC);
(iv) museum and / or zoo;
(v) hostels of educational institutions affiliated to Universities, hostels
under the control of the Director of Technical Education or the Director
of Medical Education or the Director of Public Instruction or such other
institutions of Government, hostels run by the State or Central
Government, hostels run by State Social Welfare Board, hostels run
by institutions registered under the Travancore - Cochin Literary,
Scientific and Charitable Societies Registration Act, 1955 (12 of 1955)
or under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (21 of 1860) or under
Indian Trust Act, 1882, the donations to which are exempted from
payment of Income Tax; Working women hostels operating under the
scheme approved by the Ministry of Women and Child Development,
Government of India, hostels under the supervision and monitoring of
Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala;
(vi) Pay wards and institutions of Kerala Health Research and Welfare
Society (KHRWS);
(vii) travellers’ bungalows, rest houses and guest houses under
government; Police Clubs,
(viii) type writing institutes;
(ix) offices of social service organizations, offices of service pensioners’
associations.
(x) offices of political parties not approved by the Election Commission of
India;
(xi) collection centres of ‘FRIENDS’; single window service centres under
Department of Information Technology;
(xii) offices of Department of Posts, all post offices including extra
departmental (ED) post offices;
(xiii) cameras at traffic signal points, surveillance cameras installed by the
Local Self Government Institutions and also under Operation Kaval
Kannukal
(xiv) offices of KMRL
(xv) Old age homes which charge the inmates for boarding and lodging.
(xvi) Offices of Railways including Railway Stations,
(xvii) Light houses
(xviii) Offices of the document writers.
Table 3.35
The existing and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VI (B) categories
SlNo Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
1 105 115 125 125
thereof per month)
6.50 6.60 6.70 6.70
7.15 7.25 7.35 7.35
500 units (all units)
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The Commission carefully examined the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-
VI(B) category as above. Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap
approved for the year 2024-25, and also the overall inflation, the Commission
has decided to approve moderate increase in the tariff of the LT-VI(B)
categories. The details are given below.
Table 3.36
Existing tariff and proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(B) category
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
Sl Particulars tariff (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed
KSERC Approval
No 01.11.2023) by KSEBL Approval by KSEBL
Fixed charges (Rs/per kW or
1 part thereof per month) 105 115 110 125 115
(i) Monthly consumption of
and below 500 units (all units) 6.50 6.60 6.60 6.70 6.65
(ii) Monthly consumption
above 500 units (all units) 7.15 7.25 7.25 7.35 7.30
With the above approval, the average increase in tariff for the year 2024-25 is
2.05% and the same for the year 2025-26 is 1.41 only, which is much less
than the regulatory inflation of 3.41% in 2024-25 over previous year.
The Commission has also noted the request of KSEBL to categorise the
‘document writers’ to change from LT-VI (B) category to LT-VI(F) category.
However, KSEBL could not submit the valid reasons for the proposal,
including the number of such consumers, and their present annual
consumptions etc. The Commission is of the considered view that, the
‘document writers’ cannot be compared at par with the ‘Advocates, charted
accounts, architects, cost accounts, chartered engineers etc, since they are
professionals. Hence, the Commission decided to continue the tariff category
of ‘document writers’ under LT-VI (B) category.
Low Tension –VI-General (C) [LT-VI(C)]
3.63 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under LT-VI(C)
category is applicable to;
(i) offices or institutions under Income Tax or Central Excise and Customs
Departments,
(ii) offices under Motor Vehicles Department or Sales Tax department or
Excise Department; Sub-Registry offices; and such other tax earning
departments under State or Central Government (other than Local Self
Government Institutions);
(iii) banking and / or financing institutions (excluding micro financing
institutions registered and functioning as per the guidelines issued by
Reserve Bank of India);
(iv) ATM counters including the ATM counters of post offices.
(v) offices of Airport Authority of India except airports;
(vi) Insurance companies,
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(vii) Offices of the Goods and Service Tax (GST)
(viii) Microfinancing Institutions,
(ix) Offices of the LIC Agents
(x) Offices of the pawn brokers; and
(xi) any other LT categories not included anywhere in this schedule.
The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for this category is
given below.
Table 3.37
The existing and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VI (C) categories
SlNo Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
1 190 200 210 210
thereof per month)
7.15 7.15 7.15 7.15
8.65 8.65 8.65 8.65
500 units (all units)
The Commission has examined the existing tariff and the tariff proposed by
KSEB Ltd for LT-VI(C) category. This category is one of the subsidising
category with cost coverage more than 120%. Considering the huge
unbridged approved revenue gap of the year 2024-25 and inflation, the
Commission decided to approve a meagre increase in tariff to this category.
The existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of this category is given
below.
Table 3.38
Existing tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(C) category
2024-25 2025-26
KSERC KSERC
Sl tariff (w.e.f by by
Approval Approval
No 01.11.2023) KSEBL KSEBL
Fixed charges (Rs/per kW or
1 part thereof per month) 190 200 195 210 200
(i) Monthly consumption of
and below 500 units (all units) 7.15 7.15 7.15 7.15 7.15
(ii) Monthly consumption
above 500 units (all units) 8.65 8.65 8.65 8.65 8.65
With the approval as above, the average increase in tariff approved for LT-
VI(C) category for the year 2024-25 is 0.64% and the same approved for the
year 2025-26 is 0.59% only, which is much less than the regulatory inflation of
3.41% over previous year.
Low Tension –VI-General (D) [LT-VI(D)]

3.64 As per the tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under LT-VI (D) category is
applicable to
(i) orphanages;
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(ii) anganwadis; schools and hostels for differently abled or physically
challenged persons (including mentally challenged persons,
deaf/dumb/blind /physically challenged persons),
(iii) old age homes where no charges are levied for the boarding and
lodging of inmates,
(iv) Cheshire homes; polio homes; SoS Childrens’ Villages,
(v) charitable centres for cancer care, pain and palliative care and HIV
rehabilitation,
(vi) charitable hospital guidance centres registered under the Travancore -
Cochin Literary, Scientific and Charitable Societies Registration Act,
1955 (12 of 1955) or under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (21 of
1860) or under Indian Trust Act, 1882, donations to which are
exempted from payment of Income Tax,
(vii) charitable institutions recognized by the Government for the care and
maintenance of the destitute and differently abled or physically
challenged persons including mentally retarded persons and
deaf/dumb/blind persons,
(viii) shelters exclusively for orphaned animals and birds run by charitable
institutions registered under the Travancore - Cochin Literary, Scientific
and Charitable Societies Registration Act, 1955 (12 of 1955) or under
the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (21 of 1860) or under Indian Trust
Act, 1882;
(ix) libraries and reading rooms with connected load of and below 2000
(x) e-toilet and public comfort stations, where no charges are levied for the
use.
(xi) Dialysis centres providing free dialysis to the poor.
(xii) Buds school and school for children with autism.
The existing tariff of LT-VI (D) category is given below.
Table 3.39
LT- VI (D) – Existing tariff
Existing Tariff (
w.e.f 01.11.23)
Particulars
Fixed charge (Rs/
consumer/month)
35
Energy Charge (Rs/kWh)

2.10
The annual consumption of this category is about 22 MU only for the year
2024-25. Considering the socio-economic reasons, and the need to promote
such institutions for the care, welfare and maintenance of the destitute,
deprived, differently abled and such other persons, KSEBL has not proposed
to increase the tariff of this category, though LT-VI(D) is highly subsidised.
The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEBL and decided to not to
increase the tariff of LT-VI(D) category.
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Low Tension –VI-General (E) [LT-VI(E)]
3.65 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under LT-VI(E)
category is applicable to the following categories of consumers.
(i) sports and / or arts clubs (with connected load not exceeding 2000 W);
(ii) sailing and / or swimming clubs (with connected load not exceeding
2000 W);
(iii) gymnasium (with connected load not exceeding 2000 W);
(iv) libraries and reading rooms excluding those which are included in LT
VI-A and LT VI-D categories,
(v) press clubs;
(vi) offices of political parties approved by Election Commission of India;
(vii) e-toilet and public comfort stations, where charges are levied for the
use.
3.66 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for this category is
given below.
Table 3.40
Existing tariff and proposed tariff for LT-VI(E) Category
SlNo Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
1 Fixed charge (Rs/consumer/ month
(a) Single phase 50 70 80
No revision
(b) Three phase 120 150 160
2 Energy Charge (Rs/kWh)
Upto 50 units 3.70 3.85 3.90
Up to 120 units 4.70 4.90 4.95
No revision
Upto 200 units 5.40 5.60 5.65
Above 200 units 7.10 7.30 7.35
The Commission has carefully examined the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for
LT-VI(E) category as above. Considering the overall inflation and the
increase in average cost of supply, the Commission hereby orders to approve
a moderate increase in tariff of the LT-VI(E) category. The details are given
below.
Table 3.41
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(E) Category
2024-25 2025-26
KSERC KSERC
tariff (w.e.f by by
Approval Approval
Fixed charge (Rs/consumer/ month
(a) Single phase 50 70 50 80 50
(b) Three phase 120 150 125 160 130
Upto 50 units 3.70 3.85 3.75 3.90 3.80
Up to 100 units 4.70 4.90 4.75 4.95 4.80
Upto 200 units 5.40 5.60 5.45 5.65 5.50
Above 200 units 7.10 7.30 7.15 7.35 7.20
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Low Tension –VI-General (F) [LT-VI(F)]
3.67 As per the Tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under LT- VI (F) is
applicable to the following consumer groups.
(i) Computer training institutes, private coaching or tuition centres, self-

financing educational institutions including the hostels run by them,
(ii) Cinema studios, audio/video cassette recording/duplication units, CD
recording units, cinema dubbing and animation studios,
(iii) All construction works,
(iv) Installations of cellular mobile communications, satellite
communications, offices and / or exchanges of telecom companies,
(v) Offices or institutions of All India Radio (AIR), Doordarshan and other
television broadcasting companies, cable TV networks, radio stations,
(vi) Hall marking centres.
(vii) Offices of the advocates or chartered accountants or company
secretary or consulting engineers or tax consultants or architects or
cost accountants or of management consultants.
(viii) Offices of the ‘on line news channels and on line portals’.
(ix) Printing press engaged in printing dailies along with online media
channels.
3.68 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEBL for LT-VI(F) category is
given below.
Table 3.42
Existing tariff and proposed tariff of LT-VI(F) category

Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge (Rs/kW/month)
(a) Single phase 90 110
No revision
(b) Three phase 180 200
Monthly consumption slabs
0 to 100 6.00
0 to 200 6.80
0 to 300 7.50 No revision
0 to 500 8.15
Above 500 9.25
The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEB Ltd in detail. LT- VI (F)
category is subsidising category with cost coverage of 140.30%. The
regulatory inflation in 2024-25 over 2023-24 is 3.41%. Considering the huge
accumulated unbridged revenue gap and inflationary increase, the
Commission has decided to approve a meagre increase of about 1.80% in
tariff of LT-VI(F) category for the year 2024-25. No increase in tariff is
approved for the Years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The details are given below.
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Table 3.43
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(F) Category
2024-25 2025-26
tariff (w.e.f by
01.11.2023) KSEBL
No revision
0 to 100 6.00
0 to 200 6.80
0 to 500 8.15
>500 9.25
Low Tension- LT-VI- GENERAL- (G)

3.69 As per the Tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, LT- VI (G) Tariff is applicable to all
private hospitals, private clinics, private clinical laboratories, private X-ray
units, private mortuaries, private blood banks and private scanning centres
and such other private institutions in health care sector.
3.70 The existing tariff and the proposed tariff of LT-VI(G) category is given below.
Table 3.44
Existing tariff and proposed tariff of LT-VI(G) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
No revision.
0-500 5.85
0-1000 6.60
No revision
0-2000 7.70
Above 2000 units 8.60
3.71 The Commission has examined the existing tariff and the tariff proposed by
KSEB Ltd for LT-VI(G) category. The LT-VI(G) category also a subsidised
category with cost coverage of about 132.40%. The inflation in 2024-25 over
previous year is about 3.41%. Considering the huge accumulated revenue
gap and inflation, the Commission has decided to approve a moderate
increase of about 1.70% in tariff as against the regulatory inflation of 3.41%,
for LT-VI(G) category for the year 2024-25. No increase in tariff is approved
for the FY 2025-26 and 2026-27. The details are given below.
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Table 3.45
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VI(G) Category
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars tariff (w.e.f Proposed by KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023) KSEBL Approval by KSEBL Approval
Monthly consumption slabs No revision
0 to 500 5.85
0 to 1000 6.60
No revision
0 to 2000 7.70
>2000 8.60
LOW TENSION - VII – COMMERCIAL (A) [LT- VII (A)]

3.72 The tariff under LT-VII (A) category is applicable to commercial and trading
establishment such as,
(i) shops, showrooms, display outlets, business houses,
(ii) hotels and restaurants (having connected load exceeding 2000 W),
(iii) house boats
(iv) private lodges, private hostels, private guest houses, private rest
houses, private travellers’ bungalows,
(v) freezing plants, cold storages, milk chilling plants for the purpose of
marketing the milk and milk products.
(vi) shops selling confectioneries, sweetmeat, breads and such other
eatables without manufacturing process,
(vii) petrol/diesel/ LPG /CNG bunks, LPG bottling plants,
(viii) automobile service stations, computerized wheel alignment centres,
(ix) marble and granite cutting units,
(x) units carrying out filtering, packing and other associated activities of oil
brought from outside,
(xi) share broking firms, stock broking firms, marketing firms,
(xii) godowns of Kerala State Beverages Corporations.
(xiii) photo studios/ colour labs
3.73 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII (A) category
is given below.
Table 3.46
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII(A) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
No revision
0 to 100 6.05
0 to 200 6.80
No revision
0 to 300 7.50
0 to 500 8.15
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Above 500 9.40
3.74 The Commission has examined the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII(A)
category. The LT- VII (A) category is subsidising category with a cost
coverage of about 134.50%. However, the regulatory inflation since the last
revision is 3.41%. Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap and inflation,
the Commission hereby approve a moderate increase in tariff of LT-VII(A)
category by 1.42% in the year 2024-25 over previous year. No increase in
tariff is approved for the Years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The details are given
below.
Table 3.47
Existing tariff and approved tariff for LT-VII(A) Category
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
No revision
0 to 100 6.05
0 to 200 6.80
0 to 500 8.15
>500 9.40
During the public hearings, Professional Hostel Owner’s Association and Hostel
Owners Welfare Association has requested to categorise under domestic
category instead of commercial category. The Commission has examined the
issue as item No.16 of the Views of the Commission in Chapter-2 and decided to
include them under LT-VII(C) Tariff.
LT- VII – Commercial (B) [LT – VII – (B)]

3.75 As per the tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, LT-VII (B) Tariff is applicable to
commercial and trading establishments such as,-
(i) shops, bunks, hotels, restaurants, having connected load of and below
2000 Watts
(ii) telephone / fax / e-mail / photocopy booths and internet cafes having
connected load of and below 2000 Watts.
When connected load of the above-mentioned consumers exceeds 2000

watts, such consumers shall be charged under LT -VII (A) tariff. If monthly
consumption of LT- VII (B) consumers having connected load of and below
2000 Watts exceeds 300 units, the energy charges shall be realized at the
rate of energy charges applicable to LT -VII (A) consumers.
3.76 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII(B)
Commercial category is given below.
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Table 3.48
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII(B) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge
>Upto 1000 kW(Rs/consumer/ month) 60 80 90 No
>1000 and upto 2000 watts (Rs/kW/ month) 70 90 100 revision
Energy charge (Rs/ kWh)
Up to 100 units 5.30 5.50 5.50
No
Upto 200 units 6.10 6.35 6.40
revision
Upto 300 units 6.70 6.95 7.00
The Commission has carefully examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd. Though
the consumers under this category also uses electricity for commercial
purposes, they are running the petty shops, photocopy booths etc for earning
their daily livelihood. The tariff of this category is comparatively low and the
cost coverage is 99.10% of ACoS.
However considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as on date, and

inflation since the last tariff revision, the Commission approve a meagre
increase in tariff of about 2.84% in 2024-25 and 2.60% in 2025-26. The
Table 3.49
Existing tariff and approved tariff for LT-VII(B) Category
2024-25 2025-26
KSERC KSERC
tariff (w.e.f by by
Approval Approval
Fixed charge
Upto 1000 watts (Rs/consumer
60 80 65
/month) 90 70
>1000 and upto 2000 watts
70 90 75
(Rs/kW/ month) 100 80
0 to 100 units 5.30 5.50 5.35 5.50 5.40
0 to 200 units 6.10 6.35 6.20 6.40 6.25
0 to 300 units 6.70 6.95 6.80 7.00 6.90
LT- VII COMMERCIAL (C) [LT VII (C)]

3.77 As per the tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under LT VII (C) is
applicable to,-
(i) cinema theatres;
(ii) circus;
(iii) sports and arts clubs, sailing or swimming clubs and gymnasium
having connected load exceeding 2000W.
(iv) Stadiums, turf courts, and indoor courts.
(v) Multiplexes.
(vi) Auditoriums
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3.78 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-VII (C) Category
is given below.
Table 3.50
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge No
130 150 150
(Rs/kW/month) revision
Up to 1000 units 6.30 6.40 6.50 No
Above 1000 units 7.70 7.80 7.90 revision
3.79 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEB Ltd in detail. The
average tariff of the LT-VII(C) category at existing tariff is Rs 8.77/unit and the
cost coverage is 116.10%. Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as on
date and also the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since the last tariff revision, the
Commission hereby approve a moderate increase of 2.01% in 2024-25 and
1.26% in 2025-26 in the tariff of LT-VII (C) category. The details are given
below.
Table 3.51
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for LT-VII(C) category
2024-25 2025-26
tariff (w.e.f by
01.11.2023) KSEBL
Fixed charge (Rs/kW/month) 130 150 140 150 145
Up to 1000 units 6.30 6.40 6.35 6.50 6.40
Above1000 units 7.70 7.80 7.75 7.90 7.80
As discussed in paragraph 3.74 above, the Commission has decided to include

private hostels also under LT-VII(C) Tariff.
LT- VIII (A) Unmetered street lights [LT – VIII (A)]

3.80 LT- VIII(A) tariff is applicable to un metered street lights/ public lighting system
managed by Local Self Government Institutions in the State.
The existing and proposed tariff for unmetered street lights is given below.
Table- 3.52
Tariff proposed by KSEBL for unmetered street lights from 2024-25 to 2026-27
KSEBL proposal for 2024-
Existing Tariff
25 to 2026-27
No. Type of lamp Watts Rs/lamp/month Rs/lamp/month
Burning hours per day Burning hours per day
4 6 12 4 6 12
1 Ordinary 40 27 41 82 28 42 84
2 Ordinary 60 41 61 126 42 63 128
3 Ordinary 100 69 103 207 71 106 211
4 Fluo. Tube 40 27 41 82 28 42 84
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5 Fluo. Tube 80 54 82 165 56 84 168
6 Flood light 1000 691 1036 2073 705 1057 2114
7 MV Lamp 80 62 86 177 64 88 180
8 MV Lamp 125 94 138 275 96 141 280
9 MV Lamp 160 119 177 354 122 181 361
10 MV Lamp 250 184 275 552 188 281 563
11 MV Lamp 400 295 440 882 301 449 899
12 SV Lamp 70 52 79 155 54 81 158
13 SV Lamp 80 59 86 177 61 88 180
14 SV Lamp 100 73 110 220 75 113 224
15 SV Lamp 125 94 138 275 96 141 280
16 SV Lamp 150 110 165 331 113 169 337
17 SV Lamp 250 184 275 552 188 281 563
18 CFL 11 6 10 20 7 11 20
19 CFL 14 8 12 26 9 13 27
20 CFL 15 9 14 27 10 15 28
21 CFL 18 11 16 32 12 17 33
22 CFL 22 14 20 40 15 21 41
23 CFL 30 19 27 54 20 28 55
24 CFL 36 22 32 66 23 33 67
25 CFL 44 26 40 79 27 41 81
26 CFL 72 44 66 130 45 68 133
27 CFL 144 86 130 259 88 133 264
28 LED 9 3 5 12 4 6 12
29 LED 12 5 6 17 6 7 17
30 LED 15 6 8 22 7 9 22
31 LED 18 6 14 25 7 15 25
32 LED 20 9 14 28 10 15 29
33 LED 24 12 17 37 13 18 38
34 LED 25 12 17 39 13 18 40
35 LED 30 14 20 47 15 21 48
36 LED 35 16 25 48 17 26 49
37 LED 40 19 28 56 20 29 57
38 LED 45 20 30 66 21 31 67
39 LED 70 33 48 98 34 49 100
40 LED 80 36 56 112 37 58 114
41 LED 110 50 78 153 51 80 156
42 LED 150 69 106 209 71 109 213
MV Lamp on semi
43 high mast only for 12 1200 2669 2721
hrs burning per day
SV Lamp on semi
44 high mast only for 12 556 567
hrs burning per day
The Commission noted the proposal of KSEB Ltd. The street light tariff in the
State is also one of the subsidised tariff categories, and the cost coverage at
the existing tariff is 75.80%. KSEBL has proposed an average increase of
2.0% in the existing composite tariff LT-VIII(A) category. However, KSBEL has
not proposed to increase the tariff of LT-VIII(A) category for the yeas 2025-
26and 2026-27.
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Considering the huge approved unbridged revenue gap as on date, inflation
and to reduce the cross subsidising burden on the other subsidising
categories, the Commission orders to approve an increase in composite tariff
of public lighting by 2% in the year 2024-25 and 1.80% in the year 2025-26.
With the approved increase, the cost coverage of this category for the year
2024-25 may be increased from 75.80% to 77.40% and to 80.20% in the year
2025-26.
The existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of the LT-VIII(A) Public
Lighting is given below.
Table 3.53
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of unmetered street lights
Existing Tariff
KSEBL proposal for KSERC Approval
2024-25 to 2026-27 2024-25 2025-26
No. Type of lamp Watts Rs/lamp/month Rs/lamp/month Rs/lamp/month Rs/lamp/month
Burning hours/ day Burning hours/ day Burning hours/ day Burning hours/ day
4 6 12 4 6 12 4 6 12 4 6 12
1 Ordinary 40 27 41 82 28 42 84 28 42 84 29 43 86
2 Ordinary 60 41 61 126 42 63 128 42 62 129 43 63 131
3 Ordinary 100 69 103 207 71 106 211 70 105 211 71 107 215
4 Fluo. Tube 40 27 41 82 28 42 84 28 42 84 29 43 86
5 Fluo. Tube 80 54 82 165 56 84 168 55 84 168 56 86 171
6 Flood light 1000 691 1036 2073 705 1057 2114 705 1057 2114 718 1076 2152
7 MV Lamp 80 62 86 177 64 88 180 63 88 181 64 90 184
8 MV Lamp 125 94 138 275 96 141 280 96 141 281 98 144 286
9 MV Lamp 160 119 177 354 122 181 361 121 181 361 123 184 367
10 MV Lamp 250 184 275 552 188 281 563 188 281 563 191 286 573
11 MV Lamp 400 295 440 882 301 449 899 301 449 900 306 457 916
12 SV Lamp 70 52 79 155 54 81 158 53 81 158 54 82 161
13 SV Lamp 80 59 86 177 61 88 180 60 88 181 61 90 184
14 SV Lamp 100 73 110 220 75 113 224 74 112 224 75 114 228
15 SV Lamp 125 94 138 275 96 141 280 96 141 281 98 144 286
16 SV Lamp 150 110 165 331 113 169 337 112 168 338 114 171 344
17 SV Lamp 250 184 275 552 188 281 563 188 281 563 191 286 573
18 CFL 11 6 10 20 7 11 20 6 10 20 6 10 20
19 CFL 14 8 12 26 9 13 27 8 12 27 8 12 27
20 CFL 15 9 14 27 10 15 28 9 14 28 9 14 29
21 CFL 18 11 16 32 12 17 33 11 16 33 11 16 34
22 CFL 22 14 20 40 15 21 41 14 20 41 14 20 42
23 CFL 30 19 27 54 20 28 55 19 28 55 19 29 56
24 CFL 36 22 32 66 23 33 67 22 33 67 22 34 68
25 CFL 44 26 40 79 27 41 81 27 41 81 27 42 82
26 CFL 72 44 66 130 45 68 133 45 67 133 46 68 135
27 CFL 144 86 130 259 88 133 264 88 133 264 90 135 269
28 LED 9 3 5 12 4 6 12 3 5 12 3 5 12
29 LED 12 5 6 17 6 7 17 5 6 17 5 6 17
30 LED 15 6 8 22 7 9 22 6 8 22 6 8 22
31 LED 18 6 14 25 7 15 25 6 14 26 6 14 26
32 LED 20 9 14 28 10 15 29 9 14 29 9 14 30
33 LED 24 12 17 37 13 18 38 12 17 38 12 17 39
34 LED 25 12 17 39 13 18 40 12 17 40 12 17 41
35 LED 30 14 20 47 15 21 48 14 20 48 14 20 49
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36 LED 35 16 25 48 17 26 49 16 26 49 16 26 50
37 LED 40 19 28 56 20 29 57 19 29 57 19 30 58
38 LED 45 20 30 66 21 31 67 20 31 67 20 32 68
39 LED 70 33 48 98 34 49 100 34 49 100 35 50 102
40 LED 80 36 56 112 37 58 114 37 57 114 38 58 116
41 LED 110 50 78 153 51 80 156 51 80 156 52 81 159
42 LED 150 69 106 209 71 109 213 70 108 213 71 110 217
MV Lamp on semi
43 high mast only for 12 1200 2669 2721 2722 0 0 2771
hrs burning per day
SV Lamp on semi
44 high mast only for 12 250 556 567 567 0 0 577
hrs burning per day
LT- VIII (B) Metered Street Lights and Traffic Signal Lights [LT- VIII (B)]
3.81 The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for metered street lights
is given below.
Table 3.54
Existing tariff and proposed tariff of LT-VIII (B) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge (Rs/meter/ month) 90 100 110 No
Energy charge (Rs/kWh) 4.80 5.00 5.10 revision
The Commission examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd. The tariff of the metered
street lights also a subsidised category with cost coverage of 74.20% in the year
2024-25. Duly considering the huge unbridged approved revenue gap as on date
and the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since last tariff revision, the Commission
has decided to approve a moderate of 2.49% in the year 2024-25 and 2.45% in
the year 2025-26. The details are given below.
Table 3.55
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of LT-VIII (B) category
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars tariff (w.e.f Proposed by KSERC Proposed by KSERC
01.11.2023) KSEBL Approval KSEBL Approval
Fixed charge (Rs/meter/
month) 90 100 95 110 100
Energy charge (Rs/kWh) 4.80 5.00 4.90 5.10 5.00
LT IX : DISPLAY LIGHTINGS AND HOARDINGS

3.82 As per the Tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under this category is
applicable to display lightings, hoardings, external illumination of buildings for
publicity and sales promotion purposes.
KSEB Ltd has not proposed tariff revision on this category. LT-IX tariff is a
highly subsidising category. The higher tariff was fixed mainly to restrict the
wasteful and luxurious use of electricity usage for display lighting and
hoardings, for advertisements etc, which is not considered as an essential
use. Considering the higher tariff of this category, the Commission decided to
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allow to continue with the existing tariff for the remaining period of the MYT
from 2024 also. The approved tariff for LT-IX category are given below.
Table- 3.56
Approved tariff for Display Board and Hoardings (LT-IX)
Approved by the
Particulars Commission
Fixed charge (Rs/connection/ month) up to 1kW 700
For every additional kW above 1 kW (Rs/kW/month for
additional load) 150
Energy charge (Rs/ kWh) 12.50
LT X- Electric Vehicle Public Charging stations

3.83 The Commission vide the tariff order dated 31.10.2023, had approved the
tariff of Electric Charging Stations. The existing fixed charge is Rs 100
kW/month and energy charge is Rs 5.50 per unit.
3.84 The tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for LT-X Electric Vehicle charging stations is
given below.
Table- 3.57
Existing tariff and Tariff proposed by KSEBL for LT-X EV charging stations
Tariff
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Fixed charge (Rs/kW or part
100 120 No
thereof) 130
revision
Energy charge (Rs/ kWh) 5.50 5.70 5.80
3.85 The Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 has determined two part
tariff comprising fixed charge and energy charge for EV charging stations
similar to other consumer categories. The average tariff of the LT-X EV
charging stations at the existing tariff is Rs 6.98/unit.
3.86 However, as part of the promotion of the EV Charging and to reduce the
consumption of fossil fuels, the Central Government vide the notification No.
12/2/2018-EV (Comp No. 241852) dated 17th September 2024 has notified
the revised guidelines for ‘Installation and Operation of Electric Vehicle
Charging Infrastructure- 2024’.
The paragraph 9 of the said guidelines deals with tariff of the electricity to be
supplied by distribution licensee. The relevant paragraph is extracted below.
“9. Tariff for supply of electricity to EV charging stations

(1) The tariff for supply of electricity to EV Charging Stations shall be single part and
shall not exceed "Average Cost of Supply" till 31stMarch 2028.
(2) The Distribution Licensee will charge 0.7 times the Average Cost of Supply
(ACoS) during solar hours (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) and 1.3 times ACoS during nonsolar
hours (remaining hours of the day).
(3) Each EV charging station must have separate metering arrangements to
accurately record consumption and apply the appropriate tariff.
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(4) Distribution Licensee may provide sub metering for EV charger, behind-the-meter
of an existing HT connection.”
3.87 The ACoS approved for the year 2024-25 is Rs 7.30/unit and the same
approved for the year 2025-26 is Rs 7.17/unit.
3.88 Considering the importance of energy transition from fossil fuels, the
Commission has decided to approve the single part ruling tariff @Rs 7.15/unit
in the year 2024-25 and for 2026-27.
The existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of LT-X EV charging
stations is given below. Further, as provided in the guidelines notified by the
MoP, GoI dated 17.09.2024 as extracted under paragraph 3.83 above, the
Commission hereby approve that, the tariff during solar hours from 9:00 AM to
4:00PM shall be 70% of the approved tariff and non solar hours shall be 1.30
times the approved tariff.
The tariff approved for LT-X EV charging stations for the year 2024-25 and
2025-26 is given below
Table 3.58
Tariff approved for LT-X - EV Charging stations
KSERC Approval
2024-25 2025-26 & 2026-27
Existing
Solar Non Solar Solar Non Solar
Particulars tariff as on
hours hours hours hours
01.11.2023 Ruling Ruling
from 9 (remaining from 9 (remaining
tariff tariff
AM to 4 hours of AM to 4 hours of
PM the day) PM the day)
Fixed Charge (Rs. per KW
100
per month) Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
Energy Charge (Rs/ kWh) 5.50 7.15 5.00 9.30 7.15 5.00 9.30
Till 31.03.2025 solar hours may be treated as time zone-1 and the time zone -
2 &3 together may be treated as non solar hours as per the prevailing ToD
tariff applicable to HT & EHT consumers. During that period KSEBL shall take
necessary steps to reconfigure/reprogram the ToD meter.
Commission further clarify that, LT-IX tariff is applicable only to public

charging stations. Individual vehicle charging from the existing service
connections may be allowed to the appropriate tariff of the original purpose of
usage.
High Tension I - Industrial (A) [ HT-I (A)]
3.89 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, HT-I(A) tariff is applicable
to general purpose industrial load of all classes of consumers listed in LT-IV
(A) category availing supply of electricity at high tension.
The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-1 (A) for the
period from 2024-25 to 2026-27 is given below.
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Table 3.59
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/
405 415 425
month) No
Energy charges (Ruling) (Rs/ revision
6.15 6.25 6.35
kWh)
3.90 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. As per the
prevailing tariff, the cost coverage of the HT-1(A) category is 106.9% only,
which is ±20% of the ACoS. The average increase in tariff proposed by
KSEBL is about 1.80% in 2024-25 and 2025-26. No increase is proposed for
the year 2026-27.
3.91 Considering the huge unbridged approved revenue gap as on date as

discussed in the preceding paragraphs and the inflation applicable under
regulations being 3.41% since the last tariff revision, the Commission hereby
approve a moderate average increase in tariff of 1.18% in 2024-25 and 0.89%
in the year 2025-26. No increase in tariff is approved for the year 2026-27.
The increase in tariff approved by the Commission is given below.
Table 3.60
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of HT-1(A) Industry
Existing 2024-25 2025-26
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 405 415 415 425 420
Energy charges (Ruling)
(Rs/ kWh) 6.15 6.25 6.20 6.35 6.25
High Tension - I Industrial (B) - IT and IT enabled services [HT- I (B)]
3.92 As per the Tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under this category is
applicable to all classes of consumers listed in LT-IV (B) category availing
supply of electricity at high tension.
The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-1 (B) is given
below.
Table 3.61
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
410 440 450
month) No
6.60 6.75 6.85
kWh)
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3.93 The Commission has examined the tariff revision proposed by KSEBL for HT-
1(B) tariff category.
As per the prevailing tariff order, the cost coverage of the HT-1(B) category for
the year 2024-25 is 114.90%, which is within the ±20% of the ACoS stipulated
in the Tariff Policy 2016 notified by the Central Government.
KSEBL has proposed an average increase in the tariff by 3.30% in 2024-25

and 1.60% in 2025-26. No increase is proposed for the year 2026-27.
3.94 Considering the accumulated unbridged approved revenue gap of more than
Rs 6400.00 crore as on date as discussed in the preceding paragraphs and
the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since the last tariff revision, the Commission
hereby approve a moderate average increase in tariff of 1.70% in 2024-25
and 1.10% in the year 2025-26 over the previous years. No increase in tariff is
approved for the year 2026-27.
The increase in tariff approved by the Commission is given below.
Table3.62
Existing tariff and approved tariff of HT-1(B) category
2024-25 2025-26
KSERC Proposed KSERC
tariff (w.e.f by
Approval by KSEBL Approval
01.11.2023) KSEBL
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 410 440 420 450 430
(Rs/ kWh) 6.60 6.75 6.70 6.85 6.75
High Tension – II- General (A) [HT-II (A)]
3.95 The tariff under this category is applicable to all classes of consumers listed in
LT-VI (A), LT-VI (B), LT-VI(D) and LT-VI (E) categories availing supply of
electricity at high tension. This includes the categories of consumers availing
supply at HT including the Government/aided educational institutions,
Hospitals run by State and Central Government and Local Self Government
institutions; religious worship places such as temples, mosques and churches;
offices and institutions of State/Central Government, Corporations, Boards,
PSUs etc.
The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEBL for HT-II(A) category is
given below.
Table 3.63
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed for HT-II(A) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 440 470 480
No
6.05 6.35 6.50
kWh)
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3.96 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. As per the
prevailing tariff, the cost coverage of the HT-II(A) category is 111.0% of the
ACoS for the year 2024-25, which is ±20% of the ACoS.
KSEBL has proposed an average increase in tariff of 5.40% in 2024-25 over

previous year and 2.30% in 2025-26. No increase in tariff is proposed for
2026-27.
3.97 The Commission is not agreeable for the excessive increase over inflation
proposed by KSEBL for the year 2024-25. However considering the huge
accumulated unbridged approved revenue gap as on date as discussed in
the preceding paragraphs and the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since the last
tariff revision, the Commission hereby approve a moderate average increase
in tariff of 1.81% in 2024-25 and 1.20% in the year 2025-26 over the previous
years. No increase in tariff is approved for the year 2026-27. The details are
given below.
Table 3.64
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of HT-II(A) Tariff category
Existing tariff 2024-25 2025-26
Particulars (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023) by KSEBL Approval by KSEBL Approval
month) 440 470 450 480 460
(Rs/ kWh) 6.05 6.35 6.15 6.50 6.20
High Tension – II- General (B) [HT-II (B)]
3.98 The tariff under this category is applicable to all classes of consumers listed in
LT-VI (C), LT-VI (F) and LT-VI (G) categories availing supply of electricity at
high tension.
The existing tariff, the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-II (B) category is
given below.
Table 3.65
Existing tariff and tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-II (B) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 525 525 No revision
Energy charges (Ruling) (Rs/ kWh)
(a) Monthly consumption upto 30000 units 6.80 6.90
No revision
(b) Monthly consumption above 30000 units 7.80 7.90
3.99 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEB Ltd in detail. The HT-II
(B) category is subsidising category and its cost coverage was above 120% of
the average cost of supply. KSEBL has proposed an average increase in tariff
by 1.10% in the year 2024-25 and no increase is proposed for 2025-26 and
2026-27.
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3.100 Considering the huge unbridged approved revenue gap as discussed in
paragraphs 3.6 and 3.7 of this Order, and the regulatory inflation of 3.41%
since last tariff revision, the Commission has approved a moderate average
increase in tariff of 0.90% in the year 2024-25 over previous year. No increase
in tariff is approved for the years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The details are given
below.
Table 3.66
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of HT-II(B) Tariff category
Particulars Existing 2024-25 2025-26
tariff (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed by KSERC
01.11.2023)
by Approval KSEBL Approval
KSEBL
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 525 525 535 525 535
(a) Monthly consumption upto 6.80 6.90 6.85 6.90 6.85
30000 units
(b) Monthly consumption above 7.80 7.90 7.85 7.90 7.85
30000 units
Agriculture Tariff under HT
(a) High Tension – III- Agriculture (A) [HT-III (A)]
3.101 The tariff under HT-III (A) category is applicable to the classes of agricultural
consumers listed in LT-V (A) category, availing supply of electricity at high
tension. The existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for HT-III (A)
Table- 3.67
Existing tariff and tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-III(A) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
No
3.50 3.70 3.90
kWh)
3.102 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEBL in detail. HT-III(A)
category is a subsidised category with the cost coverage of about 85.40%.
KSEBL proposed an increase in tariff by 7.0% during 2024-25 and 6.50%
during the year 2025-26. No increase in tariff is proposed for the year 2026-
27.
The Commission does not agree with the excessive increase in tariff as
proposed by KSEBL. However, considering the huge unbridged revenue gap
and the inflation since the last tariff revision, the Commission approve a
moderate increase of about 2.73% in the year 2024-25 and 2.59% in 2025-26
for this tariff category. No increase in tariff is approved for the year 2026-27.
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Table- 3.68
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for HT-III(A) category
tariff (w.e.f
Proposed KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023)
by KSEBL Approval by KSEBL Approval
month) 230 250 240 270 250
(Rs/ kWh) 3.50 3.70 3.55 3.90 3.60
(b) High Tension – III- Agriculture (B) [HT-III (B)]
3.103 The tariff under this category is applicable to classes of agricultural consumers
listed in LT-V (B) category, availing supply of electricity at high tension. The
existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd during the remaining period
of the current MYT is given below.
Table- 3.69
Existing tariff and proposed tariff for HT-III(B) category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 250 270 270 No
Energy charges (Ruling) (Rs/ kWh) 4.00 4.20 4.40 revision
3.104 The Commission has examined in detail the proposals of KSEB Ltd. The HT-
III(B) category is also a subsidising category with the cost coverage is about
76.30% at the existing tariff. KSEBL has proposed an overall increase in tariff
by about 5.90% over existing tariff in the year 2024-25 and 3.40% in the year
2025-26. No revision is proposed for the year 2026-27.
Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as on date as and also

considering the inflation of 3.41% since last revision, the Commission has
decided to approve a moderate increase in tariff by 2.04% in 2024-25 and
1.96% in 2025-26. No increase in tariff is approved for the year 2026-27. The
Table 3.70
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for HT-III(B) category
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 250 270 260 270 270
Energy charges
(Ruling) (Rs/ kWh) 4.00 4.20 4.05 4.40 4.10
High Tension –IV (A) – Commercial [HT-IV (A)]

3.105 The tariff under this category is applicable to all classes of commercial
consumers listed in LT-VII (A) and LT-VII (C) categories (excluding those who
are included under HT-IV- (B) category), availing supply of electricity at high
tension. The existing tariff and proposed tariff of HT-IV (A) categories is given
below.
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Table 3.71
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 500 500
No revision
(a) Monthly consumption upto 30000 units 6.80 6.90
(b) Monthly consumption above 30000 units 7.80 7.90
3.106 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. At the
prevailing tariff, HT-IV (A) category is a subsidising category and its cost
coverage was above 120% of the average cost of supply.
As detailed above, KSEBL has proposed to enhance the energy charge of this
category by Rs 0.10/unit in the year 2024-25, however no increase was
proposed for demand charge. The proposed increase may results in 1.0%
increase in tariff for the year 2024-25. However, KSEBL has not proposed any
tariff increase in the subsequent Years 2025-26 and 2026-27.
Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as on date and also

considering the inflation since the last tariff revision, the Commission hereby
approves an increase of about 1% on the average tariff of HT-IV (A)
category for the year 2024-25. However, no increase is approved for the
Years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.72
Existing tariff and approved tariff for HT-IV(A) category
tariff (w.e.f
Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023)
by KSEBL Approval
Energy charges (Ruling) (Rs/
kWh) No revision
(a) Monthly consumption upto
30000 units 6.80 6.90 6.90
(b) Monthly consumption above
30000 units 7.80 7.90 7.90
High Tension –IV (B) – Commercial [HT-IV (B)]

3.107 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the consumers under
commercial category such as Hotels, marriage halls, convention centres,
shopping malls, multiplexes etc are grouped under HT-IV (B).
KSEBL has not proposed to increase the tariff of this category for the
remaining period of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27. The existing tariff of
this category is given below.
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Table 3.73
Existing tariff and proposed tariff for HT-IV (B) category
Particulars 2025- 2026-
tariff 2024-25
26 27
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 500
No revision
(a) Monthly consumption upto 30000 units 6.90
(b) Monthly consumption above 30000 units 7.90
3.108 The Commission has examined the tariff proposed by KSEBL for HT-IV (B)
Category. Though KSEBL has proposed to increase the tariff of HT-IV(A)
Commercial category, not proposed to increase the same for HT-IV (B)
category for the year 2024-25. This results in equating the HT-IV(A) tariff also
at par with the HT-IV (B) category. The Commission could not accept such
proposal of KSEBL. The consumers grouped under HT-IV(A) and HT-IV (B)
are using electricity for different purposes. The Section 62(3) of the Electricity
Act, 2003 permits the Commission to determine the tariff based on the
purpose of usage.
Moreover, considering the huge approved unbridged revenue gap as on date,

and also considering the inflation since last tariff revision, the Commission
proposes about 0.96% increase in tariff of HT-IV (B) tariff category. The
Table 3.74
Existing tariff and approved tariff of HT-IV(B) category
Existing KSERC Approval
tariff w.e.f 2025-26 &
Particulars 01.11.2023 2024-25 2026-27
(a) Monthly consumption upto 30000 units 6.90 6.90 6.90
(b) Monthly consumption above 30000 units 7.90 7.90 7.90
High Tension-V- Domestic (HT-V)

3.109 As per the tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff under this category is
applicable to the domestic consumers availing supply of electricity at high
tension (HT). The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-V
domestic categories is given below.
Table 3.75
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB for HT-V category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.110 The Commission examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. The cost
coverage of the HT-V domestic category is 112.80% for the year 2024-25,
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which is ±20% of the average cost of supply (ACoS). KSEBL has proposed an
increase in tariff of 3.0% in 2024-25 and 2.90% for this category.
Considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as on date and also considering
the inflation of 3.41% since last tariff revision in 2023-24, the Commission
approves an increase of 1.79% in 2024-25 and 1.74% for this category. The
Table 3.76
Existing tariff and the approved tariff for HT-V category
tariff (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023)
month) 440 460 450 470 460
(Rs/ kWh) 6.15 6.30 6.25 6.50 6.35
HT- VI Tariff applicable to charging stations for Electric Vehicles

3.111 HT-VI Tariff is applicable to electricity used by the ‘electric vehicle’ charging
stations within the State. The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEBL
for the EV charging stations for the remaining periods of the MYT period is
given below.
Table 3.77
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for HT-VI category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
No
6..00 6.25 6.35
kWh)
3.112 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd. As per the
prevailing tariff, the cost coverage of the HT-VI category is about 92.60% only,
that is below the average cost of supply.
3.113 The Commission further noted that, as part of the promotion of the EV
Charging and to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, the Central
Government vide the notification No. 12/2/2018-EV (Comp No. 241852) dated
17th September 2024 has notified the revised guidelines for ‘Installation and
Operation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure- 2024’.
The paragraph 9 of the said guidelines deals with tariff of the electricity to be
supplied by distribution licensee. The relevant paragraph is extracted below.
“9. Tariff for supply of electricity to EV charging stations
(1) The tariff for supply of electricity to EV Charging Stations shall be single part and
shall not exceed "Average Cost of Supply" till 31stMarch 2028.
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(2) The Distribution Licensee will charge 0.7 times the Average Cost of Supply
(ACoS) during solar hours (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) and 1.3 times ACoS during nonsolar
hours (remaining hours of the day).
(3) Each EV charging station must have separate metering arrangements to

accurately record consumption and apply the appropriate tariff.
(5) Distribution Licensee may provide sub metering for EV charger, behind-the-meter
of an existing HT connection.”
3.114 The ACoS approved for the year 2024-25 is Rs 7.30/unit and the same
approved for the year 2025-26 is Rs 7.17/unit. No increase is approved for the
year 2026-27.
3.115 Considering the importance of energy transition from fossil fuels, the
Commission has decided to approve the single part ruling tariff Rs 6.90/unit
for the year 2024-25 and Rs 7.00/unit for the year 2025-26.
Further, as provided in the guidelines notified by the MoP, GoI dated

17.09.2024 as extracted under paragraph 3.110 above, the Commission
hereby approve that, the tariff during solar hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00PM
shall be 70% of the approved tariff and non solar hours shall be 1.30 times the
approved tariff. However, the change in time period from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
under present TOD metering to 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM would require
modifications in the metering arrangement like meter reprogramming etc.
Considering the duration required for carrying out the modifications, the
Commission allows to treat solar hours as 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM till 31-03-2025
and as 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM from 01-04-2025 onwards
The tariff approved for HT-VI charging stations for the year 2024-25 and
2025-26 is given below.
Table 3.78
Tariff approved for HT-VI Tariff category (EV Charging stations)
KSERC Approval
2024-25 2025-26 & 2026-27
Existing
Solar Non Solar Solar Non Solar
Particulars tariff as on
hours hours hours hours
01.11.2023 Ruling Ruling
from 9 (remaining from 9 (remaining
tariff tariff
AM to hours of AM to 4 hours of
4 PM the day) PM the day)
Demand charge
290
(Rs/ kVA/ month) Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
Energy Charge (Rs
6.00
per unit) 7.00 5.00 9.20 7.00 5.00 9.20
Till 31.03.2025 solar hours may be treated as time zone-1 and the time zone -
2 &3 together may be treated as non solar hours as per the prevailing ToD
tariff applicable to HT & EHT consumers. During that period KSEBL shall take
necessary steps for rectifying the ToD meter.
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Kochi Water Metro during the public hearing at Ernakulam requested that the
charging stations of Water Metro Charging Stations may be categorised under
HT-VI tariff. The Commission noted the request and ordered the charging
stations of the Kochi Water Metro Stations may be categorised under HT-VI
tariff, provided separate connection shall be availed for the same.
HT-VII Temporary Connections at HT

3.116 As per the tariff order dated 31.10.2023, HT-VII Temporary Connections, is
applicable for availing temporary connections at HT for the purposes such as
illumination, exhibition, festivals, public meetings, fairs etc . The details of the
existing tariff for HT- VII Temporary connections is as follows.
Table- 3.79
Existing tariff for HT-VII Temporary connections
HT VII- Temporary connections
Energy charge Rs 11.00 per unit
OR
Daily minimum Rs/kW or part thereof
of connected load whichever is higher Rs 90.00/KW
KSEB Ltd has not proposed to revise the tariff of HT-VII Temporary connections.
The Commission agrees with the proposal of KSEBL and allow to continue the
existing tariff of HT-VII Temporary connections till further orders.
As explained under paragraph 3.50 of this Order, as part of promotion of grid

power against the use of DG sets, the Commission has decided to given an
option to the auditoriums, marriage halls/ convention centers etc, who donot
have the continuous use of electricity to avail temporary connections instead
of permanent connections under LT at LT-VII(C) tariff and under HT
connection at HT-IV (B) tariff. The relevant portion of the Order under LT-II
Temporary connections is extracted below.
“
As part of avoiding the usage of fossil fuels, and also to limit the financial burden to
the consumers, the Commission hereby allow the ‘auditoriums, marriage halls,
conventions centers etc who have limited use of electricity during a month and year’,
have the option avail the LT-II Temporary tariff or LT-VII(C) tariff for availing supply at
LT and HT-VII Temporary tariff or HT-IV(B) Commercial Tariff,, at the choice of the
consumer. If temporary tariff is availed, such consumers need to pay electricity
charges only for the actual consumption of electricity and they are completely
exempted from the payment of fixed charge/ demand charge, as the case may be.
Such consumers are exempted from the payment of the daily minimum charges.
KSEBL shall, within one month from date of this Order, intimate such facilities to all
such consumers and et their willingness in writing. It is also clarified that, such
consumers has can change the category to temporary and vice versa, at any time
during the periods of their service connection with the licensee. Other licensees also
shall provide such facilities to such consumers, if any.”
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Extra High Tension (EHT) Industrial – 66 kV tariff
3.117 The tariff under this category is applicable to the general-purpose industrial
loads at 66kV. The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for this
Table 3.80
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.118 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. The cost
coverage of this category is 94.90% only at the prevailing tariff. KSEBL
proposed an increase of 2.20% on the tariff of this category for the year 2024-
25 and 1.70% in the year 2025-26. KSEBL has proposed no for the year
2026-27.
The Commission has noted the suggestions of KSEBL. Considering the huge
unbridged revenue gap and the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since last
revision, the Commission hereby approve a moderate increase in tariff of
1.77% in the year 2024-25 and 1.07% in the year 2025-26. No revision is
approved for the year 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.81
Existing tariff and approved tariff for EHT 66 kV Industry
tariff (w.e.f
Proposed by KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023)
KSEBL Approval by KSEBL Approval
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 400 420 410 430 420
Energy charges
(Ruling) (Rs/ kWh) 6.15 6.25 6.25 6.35 6.30
3.119 The tariff under this category is applicable to the general purpose industrial
loads at 110kV. The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for
EHT-110kV category are given below.
Table 3.82
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT 110 kV category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.120 The Commission has examined the existing tariff and the tariff proposed by
KSEB Ltd for EHT 110kV category. The cost coverage of the EHT-110 kV
category at the existing tariff is 90.20% only.
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KSEBL has proposed an overall increase in tariff of 2.20% over the existing
average tariff of this category for the year 2024-25 and 1.80% for the year
2025-26. No revision is proposed for the year 2026-27.
The Commission has noted the suggestions of KSEBL. Considering the huge
unbridged revenue gap as on date, and the regulatory inflation of 3.41% since
last tariff revision in the year 2023-24, the Commission has decided to
approve a moderate increase in tariff by 1.79% in the year 2024-25 and
1.07% in the Year 2025-26. No increase in tariff is approved for the year 2026-
27. The details are given below.
Table 3.83
Existing tariff and approved tariff of EHT 110 kV
tariff (w.e.f Proposed KSERC Proposed KSERC
01.11.2023) by KSEBL Approval by KSEBL Approval
month) 400 420 410 430 420
kWh) 6.00 6.10 6.10 6.20 6.15
3.121 The tariff under this category is applicable to the general purpose industrial
loads at 220kV. The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for this
Table 3.84
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT 220kV category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.122 The Commission has examined the tariff proposed by KSEBL in detail. The
cost coverage of the EHT 220 kV category is about 90.90% only. KSEBL has
proposed an increase of 3.20% by the year 2024-25 and 1.20% by the year
2025-26.
Considering the huge un-bridged revenue gap as on date and the regulatory
inflation since the last tariff revision, the Commission has decided to approve
a moderate increase in the tariff by 2% in the year 2024-25 and 1.20% in the
year 2025-26. No increase was approved for the year 2026-27. The details
are given below.
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Table 3.85
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff of EHT 220 kV
Particulars Existing tariff 2024-25 2025-26

(w.e.f
01.11.2023)
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 380 400 390 410 400
(Rs/ kWh) 5.40 5.55 5.50 5.60 5.55
Extra High Tension –General A (EHT-General-A) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
3.123 EHT- General-A, tariff is applicable to the consumers enumerated under LT-
VI(A) category, availing supply at EHT level. Existing tariff and the tariff
proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT-General-A category is given below.
Table 3.86
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT- General-A category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
coverage of this category at the existing tariff is 91.10% only. KSEBL has
proposed an increase of 4.60% in 2024-25 and 1.80% in 2025-26. No
increase was proposed for the year 2026-27.
Considering the huge unbridged approved revenue gap as on date, inflation

since the last tariff revision, the Commission has decided to approve a
moderate increase of 1.84% in the year 2024-25 and 1.06% in the year 2025-
26. No increase in tariff was approved for the year 2026-27. The details are
given below.
Table 3.87
Tariff approved for EHT- General-A category
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
month) 400 425 410 435 420
(Rs/ kWh) 5.75 6.00 5.85 6.10 5.90
Extra High Tension –General – B (EHT-General-B ) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
3.125 The tariff under this category is applicable to Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO), and Government Research Institutions availing supply
at EHT level.
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The existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT-General- B is
given below.
Table 3.88
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for EHT- General-B category
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
No revision
(a) Monthly consumption upto 60000 units 6.00 6.10 6.20
(b) Monthly consumption above 60000 units 7.00 7.10 7.20
3.126 The Commission examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. EHT- Gen-B
category is a subsidising category with cost coverage 127.70% in the year
2024-25. The average increase in tariff proposed by KSEBL for the year
2024-25 is 1.60% in 2024-25 and 1.10% in 2025-26. No increase in tariff is
proposed for the year 2026-27.
Considering the huge unbridged approved revenue gap as on date, inflation of

3.41% since the last tariff revision in 2023-24, the Commission has decided to
approve a moderate increase of about 1.08% in 2024-25 and 0.54% increase
in the year 2025-26. No increase in tariff was approved for the year 2026-27.
Table 3.89
Existing tariff and approved tariff for EHT General B
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
Demand charge (Rs/ kVA/ month) 450 460 460 470 460
(a) Monthly consumption upto
60000 units 6.00 6.10 6.05 6.20 6.10
(b) Monthly consumption above
60000 units 7.00 7.10 7.05 7.20 7.10
Extra High Tension –General – C (EHT-General-C ) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
3.127 As per the Tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, Airports, Self-Financing Educational
Institutions etc availing supply at EHT and other EHT consumers not included
elsewhere is categorised under EHT-General-C category. The existing tariff
and tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for this category is given below.
Table 3.90
Tariff proposed for EHT General C category
Particulars 2025- 2026-
tariff 2024-25
26 27
No
(a) Monthly consumption upto 60000 units 6.40 6.50 6.60 revision
(b) Monthly consumption above 60000
7.40 7.50 7.60
units
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3.128 The Commission examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. The EHT
General C also a subsidising category with cost coverage of 140.80% in
2024-25. KSEBL has proposed an increase of 1.60% in 2024-25 and 1.60% in
2025-26. No increase in tariff was proposed for the year 2026-27.
The Commission noted the suggestions of KSEBL, Considering the huge

unbridged revenue and inflation of 3.41% since last tariff revision, the
Commission has approved a small increase of about 1.10% on the existing
tariff of this category in the year 2024-25 and 2026-27. The details are given
below.
Table 3.91
Existing tariff and approved tariff for EHT General C
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
by Approval by KSEBL Approval
KSEBL
month) 450 460 460 470 470
kWh)
(a) Monthly consumption
upto 60000 units 6.40 6.50 6.45 6.60 6.45
(b) Monthly consumption
above 60000 units 7.40 7.50 7.45 7.60 7.45
Railway traction 110 kV
3.129 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the tariff applicable to
‘railway traction’ and ‘defence installations are clubbed together. However, in
the instant proposals, KSEBL has proposed separate tariff for ‘railway
traction’, ‘defence installations’ and ‘defence colonies’.
3.130 The existing tariff and proposed tariff by KSEBL for ‘railway traction’ is
extracted below.
Table 3.92
Existing tariff and proposed tariff for ‘Railway Traction’
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
coverage of the Railway Traction tariff at the existing tariff is 92.50% only,
which is within +_20% of the average cost of supply. KSEBL has proposed an
overall increase of about 4.7% in the year 2024-25 and 1.20% in the year
2025-26. No increase in tariff is proposed for the year 2026-27.
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After due deliberations and careful considerations, and also duly considering
the huge unbridged revenue gap as on date and the inflation since last tariff
revision, the Commission has decided to approve a moderate increase in tariff
by 2.70% in the year 2024-25 and 1.20% in the year 2025-26. No revision is
approved for the year 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.93
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for Railway Traction
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
KSEBL
Demand charge (Rs/
kVA/ month) 360 380 380 390 390
(Rs/ kWh) 5.50 5.75 5.65 5.80 5.70
Defence installations of MES
3.132 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the Commission has
ordered to adopt the tariff approved for ‘railway traction’ for ‘defence
installations’ of Military Engineering Services’ across the State.
However, in the instant petition, KSEBL has proposed separate tariff for
defence installations, however the tariff proposed by KSEBL for the defence
installations are exactly same as that of the tariff proposed for railway traction.
Table 3.94
Existing tariff and the tariff proposed for the defence installations of MES
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.133 Commission has examined the proposal of KSEB Ltd in detail. The cost
coverage of the ‘defence installations’ at the existing tariff is 87.50% only,
which is within +_20% of the average cost of supply. KSEBL has proposed an
overall increase of about 4.7% in the year 2024-25 and 1.10% in the year
2025-26. No increase in tariff is proposed for the year 2026-27.
The Commission, after duly considering the huge unbridged revenue gap as
on date and the inflation of 3.41% since last tariff revision, has decided to
approve a moderate increase in tariff by 2.70% in the year 2024-25 and
1.140% in the year 2025-26. No revision is approved for the year 2026-27.
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Table 3.95
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for defence installations
Particulars Existing tariff 2024-25 2025-26
(w.e.f
01.11.2023)
month) 360 380 380 390 390
kWh) 5.50 5.75 5.65 5.80 5.70
Defence colonies of MES

3.134 As per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, the Commission has
issued the following clarifications regarding the electricity tariff of the various
installations of the MES.
“Tariff applicable to MES connections

Particulars Tariff applicable
Defence installations* Tariff rates applicable to 'Railway Traction'
House Colonies Tariff rates applicable to domestic category at appropriate voltage level
* Note: In the case of electricity connection is for combined usage along with ‘defence installations’, the
tariff applicable to 'defence installations' may be adopted for such connections till further orders.
As discussed earlier, in the instant modified proposals, KSEBL has proposed
separate tariff for ‘defence installations’ and ‘defence colonies’.
The details of the approval of tariff of the ‘defence installations’ are discussed
in paragraphs 3.129 and 3.130 above.
3.135 The tariff proposed by KSEBL for defence colonies is detailed below.
Table 3.96
Tariff proposed by KSEBL for defence colonies
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
The Commission has noted the proposals of KSEBL. However, KSEBL has
not submitted the proper justifications and difficulties if any in implementing
the tariff of the defence colonies as per the prevailing tariff order dated
31.10.2023.
Hence the Commission reject the proposals of KSEBL and hereby direct
KSEB Ltd to continue to adopt the billing of the ‘defence colonies of MES’ as
per the tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, which is extracted below.
“Housing colonies of MES, shall be billed at the Tariff rates applicable to

domestic category at appropriate voltage level.
Note: In the case of electricity connection is for combined usage along with
‘defence installations’, the tariff applicable to 'defence installations' may be
adopted for such connections till further orders.”
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Kochi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd (KMRL)
3.136 This tariff is applicable for traction for Kochi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd
(KMRL). KMRL is a new infrastructural mass rapid transport facility. Such a
facility has been setup to ease out the difficulties of the travelling public and
with a social obligation to the society at large. Steep tariff increase may drive
the new venture into financial difficulties. Hence, the Commission is of the
view that, a reasonable tariff has to be approved for KMRL even if it involves
subsidy to certain extent. Hence the prevailing tariff of the KMRL is much less
than that of ‘railway traction’.
The existing tariff and the proposed tariff of KMRL by KSEBL is given below.
Table 3.97
Tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for KMRL
Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
3.137 The Commission has examined in detail the tariff proposed by KSEBL. The
cost coverage of the KMRL at the existing tariff is 93.70% only. KSEBL has
proposed an increase of 3.10% in the year 2024-25 and 3.70% in the year
2025-26. No revision is proposed in the year 2026-27.
The Commission has noted the proposal of KSEBL. After due deliberations
and careful considerations of the huge unbridged revenue gap approved as
on date and also inflation of 3.41% since the last tariff revision, the
Commission decided to approve an average increase of 2.29% in the year
2024-25 and 1.50% in the year 2025-26. The Commission has not approved
any tariff revision in the year 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.98
Existing tariff, proposed tariff and approved tariff for KMRL
tariff (w.e.f
01.11.2023)
KSEBL
month) 300 320 310 340 320
kWh) 5.15 5.25 5.25 5.40 5.30
REVISION OF BULK SUPPLY TARIFF
3.138 The details of contract demand and annual consumption of the small
licensees procuring power from KSEB Ltd and distributing it within their area
of jurisdiction for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given below.
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Table- 3.99
Details of the bulk licensees/ license holders
2024-25 2025-26
Sl Annual
Licensee Contract Demand Annual consumption Contract Demand
No consumption
(MVA) (MU) (MVA) (MU)
1 KPUPL 12.93 119.17 13.06 124.95
2 CSEZ 10.23 57.43 10.33 57.60
3 RPL 6.39 27.55 6.45 27.82
4 Technopark 16.07 96.67 16.23 98.05
5 CPT 7.36 39.48 7.44 39.90
6 Thrissur 28.44 179.23 28.72 182.93
7 Corporation
Infopark 2.14 15.59 2.16 16.36
8 KDHPCL 12.64 76.73 12.76 79.79
9 Smart city 2.30 4.90 2.32 5.00
10 Karnataka 0.23 0.85 0.23 0.85
Total 98.73 617.60 99.70 633.25
3.139 As above, KSEBL is also supplying power to Chamundeswari Electricity

Supply Corporation, Karnataka (CESCK) to supply electricity in the nearby
borders of Kerala, at the bulk supply tariff approved by the Commission from
time to time.
3.140 The Commission has been adopting uniform retail supply tariff (RST) in the
State irrespective of whether the consumers are availing power from KSEBL
or other small licensees in the State, such as Thrissur Municipal Corporation;
KDHPCL, Munnar; Cochin Port Trust; Technopark; Infopark; CSEZA; KPUPL,
RPIL etc, who procure power from KSEBL for distributing within their areas of
distribution. Further, the Commission fixes the BST rates payable by the said
licensees to KSEBL, in such a way that, the revenue collected from their
consumers after meeting their entire approved distribution cost including
RoE/RoNFA passed on to KSEBL by way of differential BST.
3.141 The existing BST and the BST proposed by KSEBL for these licensees are
given below.
Table 3.100
Existing tariff and tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd for Bulk Supply
Proposed Tariff
Existing tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Sl Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy
Licensee
No charge charge charge charge charge charge
(Rs/ kVA/ (Rs/ (Rs/ kVA/ (Rs/ (Rs/ kVA/ (Rs/
month) kWh) month) kWh) month) kWh)
1 KPUPL 400 6.30 430 6.50 440 6.60
2 CSEZ 400 6.30 430 6.50 440 6.60
3 RPL 400 5.65 430 5.85 440 5.95 No
4 Technopark 400 6.15 430 6.35 440 6.45 revision
5 CPT 400 6.40 430 6.60 440 6.70
6 Thrissur 400 6.65 430 6.85 440 6.95
7 Corporation
Infopark 400 5.90 430 6.15 440 6.25
8 KDHPCL 400 5.40 430 5.65 440 5.75
9 Smart city 400 5.90 430 6.15 440 6.25
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The Commission, as per this order, has decided to revise the retail supply
tariff (RST) of all the consumers of the State including the consumers of these
licensees, such as domestic, LT-IV A Industry, LT-IV (B) IT and IT enabled
services, HT-I(A) Industry, HT-I(B) Industry, HT-II(A) General and public
lighting etc . This will result in additional revenue inflows by way of the
revision of the RST of the above categories.
Further, there is huge revenue surplus available with the small licensees
(except Info park and Smart City) as per the latest Orders on Truing up. The
Table 3.101
Accumulated surplus with the small licensees
Year of Accumulated surplus approved by
Name of the Commission
Truing
licensee
up (Rs. Cr)
CPT 2021-22 45.06
KDHPL 2022-23 11.51
TCED 2021-22 163.51
CSEZA 2022-23 8.47
RPIL 2021-22 7.05
Technopark 2021-22 28.77
KPUPL 2021-22 65.18
Infopark 2022-23 -8.53
SmartCity 2022-23 -9.96
After duly considering the revenue requirements of these licenses including

the additional revenue anticipated due to revision of RST and also the
accumulated surplus approved by this Commission in the orders on Truing up,
the Commission hereby approves the BST applicable to these licensees as
follows.
Table 3.102
BST approved for the licensees
2024-25 2025-26
Existing tariff Proposed by Proposed by
KSEBL KSERC Approval KSEBL KSERC Approval
Sl Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy
Licensee charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge
No
(Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/
(Rs/ (Rs/ kVA/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/
kVA/ kVA/ kVA/ kVA/
kWh) month) kWh) kWh) kWh) kWh)
month) month) month) month)
1 KPUPL 400 6.30 430 6.50 415 6.40 440 6.60 425 6.50
2 CSEZ 400 6.30 430 6.50 415 6.40 440 6.60 425 6.50
3 RPL 400 5.65 430 5.85 415 5.75 440 5.95 425 5.85
4 Technopark 400 6.15 430 6.35 415 6.25 440 6.45 425 6.35
5 CPT 400 6.40 430 6.60 415 6.50 440 6.70 425 6.60
6 TCED 400 6.65 430 6.85 415 6.75 440 6.95 425 6.85
7 Infopark 400 5.90 430 6.15 400 5.90 440 6.25 400 5.90
8 KDHPCL 400 5.40 430 5.65 415 5.50 440 5.75 425 5.60
10 Smart city 400 5.90 430 6.15 400 5.90 440 6.25 400 5.90
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3.142 The financial impact on the small licensees through the proposed tariff revision is
given in the Table below.
Table 3.103
Financial impact on small licenses due to revised BST for the Year 2024-25
2024-25
Sl KSEB Proposal KSERC
Licensee Revenue at Addl Addl
No
Existing tariff Revenue revenue (%) of Amount revenue (%) of
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) increase (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) increase
1 KPUPL 81.28 84.13 2.85 3.50% 82.71 1.42 1.80%
2 CSEZ 41.09 42.61 1.52 3.69% 41.85 0.76 1.80%
3 RPL 18.63 19.41 0.78 4.19% 19.02 0.39 2.10%
4 Technopark 67.17 69.68 2.51 3.74% 68.42 1.26 1.90%
5 CPT 28.80 29.85 1.05 3.66% 29.33 0.53 1.80%
6 TCED 132.84 137.45 4.61 3.47% 135.14 2.30 1.70%
7 Infopark 10.23 10.69 0.47 4.57% 10.23 0.00 0.00%
8 KDHPCL 47.50 49.87 2.37 5.00% 48.50 0.99 2.10%
10 Smart city 4.00 4.20 0.21 5.14% 4.00 0.00 0.00%
Total 431.53 447.90 16.37 3.79% 439.19 7.66 1.80%
Table 3.104
Financial impact on small licenses due to revised BST for the Year 2025-26
Proposed by KSEB Ltd Approved by KSERC
Amount at Amount at
Sl proposed Proposed proposed Proposed
Licensee
No tariff for tariff for Addl tariff for tariff for Addl
2024-25 2025-26 revenue 2024-25 2025-26 revenue
(%) of (%) of
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) increase (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) increase
1 KPUPL 87.96 89.36 1.41 1.60% 86.47 87.88 1.41 1.63%
2 CSEZ 42.77 43.47 0.70 1.64% 42.01 42.71 0.70 1.67%
3 RPL 19.60 19.96 0.36 1.81% 19.21 19.56 0.36 1.85%
4 Technopark 70.64 71.81 1.18 1.66% 69.36 70.54 1.18 1.69%
5 CPT 30.17 30.66 0.49 1.62% 29.64 30.13 0.49 1.65%
6 TCED 140.13 142.30 2.17 1.55% 137.78 139.95 2.17 1.58%
7 Infopark 11.18 11.37 0.19 1.70% 10.69 10.69 0.00 0.00%
8 KDHPCL 51.67 52.62 0.95 1.84% 50.24 51.19 0.95 1.89%
10 Smart city 4.27 4.35 0.08 1.82% 4.06 4.06 0.00 0.00%
Total 458.38 465.90 7.52 1.64% 449.46 456.72 7.25 1.61%
3.143 The Existing BST and the KSEB Ltd proposal and the BST approved by the
Commission for bulk consumers availing power from KSEB Ltd other than
licenses is given below.
Table 3.105
Existing tariff and KSEB Ltd proposal and approved tariff for Bulk consumers other than licensees
2024-25 2025-26
Existing tariff Proposed by Proposed by
KSEBL KSERC Approval KSEBL KSERC Approval
Licensee Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy
charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge charge
(Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/
(Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/ (Rs/
kVA/ kVA/ kVA/ kVA/ kVA/
kWh) kWh) kWh) kWh) kWh)
month) month) month) month) month)
Bulk consumers other
than licensees within 410 6.25 430 6.45 425 6.35 440 6.55 435 6.45
the State
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Summary of the Tariff revision
3.144 Based on the approved tariff as detailed in the preceding paragraphs, the
summary of the revenue at existing tariff, the tariff proposed by KSEB Ltd and
the tariff approved by the Commission for 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given
below.
Table 3.106
Revenue at existing tariff and approved tariff for the year 2024-25
Revenue Revenue for the Year
Revenue expected for the
expected 2024-25 at the tariff
Year 2024-25 at tariff
for the FY approved by
proposed by KSEB
Tariff Category 2024-25 Commission
at existing
tariff Addl Addl
Amount Amount
revenue revenue
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
LT categories
LT-I Domestic 7902.32 8399.47 497.15 8184.03 281.71
LT Industries* 861.08 899.73 38.65 880.94 19.86
LT-V Agriculture 137.83 163.38 25.55 140.15 2.32
LT-VI General 2068.32 2121.65 53.33 2103.36 35.04
LT-VII Commercial 2632.84 2728.08 95.24 2672.24 39.40
LT-VIII Public lighting 171.02 176.09 5.07 174.60 3.59
LT-IX Display 1.96 1.96 0.00 1.96 0.00
LT-X EV 5.90 6.32 0.42 5.96 0.06
Total 13781.27 14496.68 715.42 14163.23 381.97
HT Categories
HT-1 Industry 1963.21 1999.04 35.83 1986.54 23.33
HT-II 789.00 804.80 15.80 797.73 8.73
HT-III 7.44 7.95 0.51 7.63 0.19
HT-IV 777.70 781.59 3.88 783.70 6.00
HT-V 22.92 23.60 0.68 23.33 0.41
HT-VI EV 85.23 89.04 3.82 86.80 1.58
EHT category
EHT-66 kV 226.24 231.17 4.93 230.24 4.00
EHT-110 kV 516.66 527.92 11.26 525.94 9.27
EHT 220 kV 99.28 102.49 3.21 101.26 1.98
EHT Gen 53.49 54.61 1.13 54.14 0.65
Railways 260.74 273.09 12.35 269.24 8.50
Defence installations 45.01 47.12 2.11 46.41 1.41
KMRL 7.37 7.60 0.23 7.54 0.17
Licensees & Bulk
431.53 447.90 16.37 439.19 7.66
consumers
Total HT&EHT and
5285.83 5397.91 112.08 5359.69 73.86
Licensees
Grand Total 19067.09 19894.59 827.50 19522.92 455.83
*Impact of reduction of day time tariff is not factored
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3.145 The cost coverage and the increase in tariff at the approved tariff over the
existing tariff for the year 2024-25 is given below.
Table 3.107
Cost coverage at approved tariff for the year 2024-25
Cost coverage Average tariff (Rs/ kWh)
Increase in
Tariff category At the Tariff At At the tariff tariff over
At the existing
approved by existing approved by previous year
tariff approved
Commission for tariff the
for 2023-24
2024-25 rate Commission
LT categories
LT-I Domestic 73.82% 76.45% 5.39 5.58 3.56%
LT Industries* 104.15% 106.55% 7.60 7.78 2.31%
LT-V Agriculture 43.51% 44.24% 3.18 3.23 1.68%
LT-VI General 134.10% 136.38% 9.79 9.96 1.69%
LT-VII Commercial 132.40% 134.38% 9.67 9.81 1.50%
LT-VIII Public lighting 75.42% 77.00% 5.51 5.62 2.10%
LT-X EV 95.67% 96.58% 6.98 7.05 0.94%
Total 88.26% 90.71% 6.44 6.62 2.77%
HT Categories
HT-1 Industry 107.22% 108.49% 7.83 7.92 1.19%
HT-II 125.92% 127.32% 9.19 9.29 1.11%
HT-III 83.75% 85.93% 6.11 6.27 2.60%
HT-IV 144.24% 145.35% 10.53 10.61 0.77%
HT-V 113.16% 115.18% 8.26 8.41 1.79%
HT-VI EV 92.80% 94.52% 6.77 6.90 1.85%
EHT category
EHT-66 kV 95.19% 96.87% 6.95 7.07 1.77%
EHT-110 kV 90.46% 92.08% 6.60 6.72 1.79%
EHT 220 kV 91.14% 92.96% 6.65 6.79 2.00%
EHT Gen 124.06% 125.56% 9.06 9.17 1.21%
Railways 92.77% 95.80% 6.77 6.99 3.26%
Defence installations 87.69% 90.43% 6.40 6.60 3.13%
KMRL 93.94% 96.09% 6.86 7.01 2.29%
Licensees & Bulk
95.72% 97.41% 6.99 7.11 1.77%
consumers
Total HT&EHT and
108.54% 110.06% 7.92 8.03 1.40%
Licensees
Grand Total 93.09% 95.31% 6.80 6.96 2.39%
* Impact of reduction of day time tariff is not factored
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3.146 Revenue at the tariff approved for the year 2025-26 and the additional
revenue expected through the tariff revision is given below.
Table 3.108
Revenue at existing tariff and approved tariff for the year 2025-26
KSEBL Proposal KSERC Approval
Revenue at tariff Revenue Revenue at tariff
Revenue
proposed for 2025-26 expected proposed for 2025-26
expected
at tarff
Tariff Category at tarff
Addl proposed Addl
proposed Amount Amount
revenue for 2024- revenue
for 2024-25
25
(Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr) (Rs. Cr)
LT categories
LT-I Domestic 8927.37 9346.77 419.40 8702.18 8981.97 279.79
LT Industries* 906.92 935.54 28.63 887.84 899.26 11.42
LT-V Agriculture 170.79 192.64 21.85 146.80 149.23 2.44
LT-VI General 2230.88 2247.15 16.27 2211.89 2221.34 9.45
LT-VII Commercial 2822.14 2827.66 5.52 2765.28 2769.06 3.78
LT-VIII Public lighting 177.32 179.27 1.95 177.03 180.59 3.56
LT-IX Display 2.03 2.03 0.00 2.03 2.03 0.00
LT-X EV 6.32 6.45 0.13 5.96 6.04 0.08
Total 15243.77 15737.51 493.74 14899.01 15209.53 310.52
HT Categories
HT-1 Industry 2052.54 2089.02 36.48 2039.61 2057.89 18.27
HT-II 828.37 834.83 6.46 821.18 823.18 2.00
HT-III 8.72 9.24 0.52 8.37 8.58 0.21
HT-IV 806.17 808.28 2.11 808.28 808.28 0.00
HT-V 26.38 27.15 0.77 26.08 26.54 0.46
HT-VI EV 140.53 143.28 2.75 143.65 145.73 2.08
EHT category
EHT-66 kV 233.78 237.82 4.04 232.85 235.33 2.48
EHT-110 kV 531.85 541.19 9.34 529.87 535.53 5.66
EHT 220 kV 108.64 109.94 1.30 107.33 108.64 1.30
EHT Gen 55.68 56.32 0.64 55.20 55.55 0.36
Railways 298.10 301.68 3.58 293.89 299.57 5.68
Defence installations 47.47 48.00 0.53 46.76 47.65 0.89
KMRL 7.89 8.18 0.29 7.82 7.94 0.12
Licensees & Bulk
458.38 465.90 7.52 449.46 456.72 7.25
consumers
Total HT&EHT and
5604.49 5680.83 76.34 5570.37 5617.13 46.77
Licensees
Grand Total 20848.26 21418.34 570.08 20469.37 20826.66 357.28
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3.147 The cost coverage and the percentage increase in tariff for the year 2025-26
is given below.
Table 3.109
Cost coverage at approved tariff for the year 2025-26
Cost coverage Average tariff (Rs/ kWh)
At the Tariff At tariff Increase in
Tariff category At the tariff At the tariff tariff over
approved by approved
approved for approved for previous year
Commission for for 2024-
2024-25 2025-26
2025-26 25
LT categories
LT-I Domestic 78.05% 80.56% 5.60 5.78 3.22%
LT Industries* 108.93% 110.33% 7.81 7.91 1.29%
LT-V Agriculture 44.72% 45.46% 3.21 3.26 1.66%
LT-VI General 138.58% 139.17% 9.94 9.98 0.43%
LT-VII Commercial 136.36% 136.55% 9.78 9.79 0.14%
LT-VIII Public lighting 78.63% 80.21% 5.64 5.75 2.01%
LT-X EV 98.33% 99.72% 7.05 7.15 1.42%
Total 92.26% 94.18% 6.62 6.75 2.08%
HT Categories
HT-1 Industry 109.62% 110.60% 7.86 7.93 0.90%
HT-II 128.94% 129.25% 9.24 9.27 0.24%
HT-III 87.52% 89.74% 6.28 6.43 2.54%
HT-IV 146.42% 146.42% 10.50 10.50 0.00%
HT-V 117.34% 119.40% 8.41 8.56 1.76%
HT-VI EV 96.24% 97.63% 6.90 7.00 1.45%
EHT category
EHT-66 kV 98.41% 99.46% 7.06 7.13 1.07%
EHT-110 kV 93.62% 94.62% 6.71 6.78 1.07%
EHT 220 kV 94.64% 95.79% 6.79 6.87 1.22%
EHT Gen 127.75% 128.57% 9.16 9.22 0.65%
Railways 97.29% 99.17% 6.98 7.11 1.93%
Defence installations 91.95% 93.70% 6.59 6.72 1.89%
KMRL 96.66% 98.11% 6.93 7.03 1.50%
Licensees & Bulk 98.99% 100.59% 7.10 7.21 1.61%
consumers
Total HT&EHT and 111.30% 112.23% 7.98 8.05 0.84%
Licensees
Grand Total 96.76% 98.45% 6.94 7.06 1.75%
As above, the Commission has taken earnest efforts to move towards the
requirements of bringing the tariff within the +_20% of the average cost of supply
as per the Tariff Policy 2016 notified by the Central Government as per Section 3
of the EA-2003. This has been done by enhancing the tariff of the subsidised
categories towards 80% of the average cost of supply and also by reducing the
cost coverage and cross subsidy level of subsidising categories in the approved
tariff. The Commission has also tried to avoid tariff shock to the subsidised
categories while enhancing the tariff.
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SUMMER TARIFF
3.148 Vide the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024, KSEBL has proposed summer
tariff for the remaining years of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27, for the
consumption from January to May @10 paise/unit to all consumers except
the following categories.
(i) LT Domestic consumers having monthly consumption upto 50 units,

(ii) LT-VI (A) Agriculture category,
(iii) LT-VI(D) categories (orphanages, old age homes etc).
3.149 The details of the summer tariff proposed by KSEBL is given below.
Table 3.110
Details of the summer tariff proposed by KSEBL
Financial Year 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Approved Sales (MU) 26896.58 28180.21 29588.10
Consumption LT I domestic upto 50 units /month
676.85 717.73 766.65
(MU)
Consumption -LT V(A) Agriculture (MU) 364.32 384.97 406.79
Consumption LT VI(D) (MU) 22.63 22.74 22.80
Net consumption after exempted categories (MU) 25832.78 27054.77 28391.86
Assuming 43% consumption during summer 11108.10 11633.55 12208.50
months
Summer tariff @ 10 paise per unit 111.08 116.34 122.08
3.150 KSEBL further clarified that, though the name is summer tariff, it is not
proposed for meeting the additional cost of power purchase cost during
summer months, but it is proposed for meeting the part of the unbridged
revenue gap duly approved by the Commission for the remaining period of the
MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27. The details are given below.
Table 3.111
Details of the revenue gap proposed to be met through the summer tariff
Sl. No. Financial Year 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Revenue gap to be realized. (After accounting
1 1370.09 706.19 273.45
Tariff revision of previous years.)
Tariff Revision (TR) for 2024-25, 2025-26 & 2026-
2 27 @30paise /unit, 20 paise & 2 paise respectively 811.2 551.26 53.82
(Proposal)
3 Summer tariff @10 paise/unit (Proposal) 111.08 116.34 122.08
4= 1-2-3 Balance Revenue gap after revision 447.81 38.6 97.55
3.151 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEBL in detail. As

discussed above, KSEBL has proposed the summer tariff @Rs 0.10/unit for
the consumption from January to May every year from the year 2024-25 to
2026-27. KSEBL expected to have an additional revenue of Rs 111.08 crore in
2024-25, Rs 116.34 crore in 2025-26 and Rs 122.08 crore in 2026-27 through
the proposed summer tariff, and accounted it against the revenue gap
approved during these years of the MYT.
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As per the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, the determination of retail
tariff for supply of electricity to the end consumers is one of the statutory
functions of the State Electricity Regulatory Commission. The tariff is
determined based on the approved revenue gap/surplus at the beginning of
the year concerned. As per the Section 62(4) of the EA-2003, the retail tariff
shall not be amended more than once in any financial year except for fuel
surcharge. The relevant Section is extracted below.
“62(4) No tariff or part of any tariff may ordinarily be amended, more frequently than
once in any financial year, except in respect of any changes expressly permitted
under the terms of any fuel surcharge formula as may be specified”.
However, KSEBL has proposed the summer tariff, in addition to the normal
tariff determined by the Commission as part of this Order. KSEBL also
clarified that, the summer tariff is not for meeting the additional cost of power
purchase incurred during summer months, but for bridging the part of the
approved unbridged revenue gap over and above the additional revenue
expected through normal tariff revision. Hence, the summer tariff proposed by
KSEBL is an amendment to the normal tariff revision, which is usually
implemented from the beginning of the financial year or from the date of
implementation specified in the Tariff Order approved by the Commission. But
the Section 62(3) of the EA-2003, do not permit such amendment in tariff
during a financial year, that too for few months in a year, for meeting the
approved revenue gap.
Considering these reasons, the Commission do not approve the

summer tariff proposed by KSEBL and hence rejected.
OTHER CHARGES
(Transmission charges, wheeling charges, cross subsidy surcharges, pooled cost of
power purchase)
Transmission charges
3.152 The energy input, transmission losses, the energy handled by the
Transmission system for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26, as approved by
the Commission vide the MYT Order dated is given below.
Table 3.112
Energy flow in the transmission system for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26
1 Energy input (generation and power purchase) (MU) 30025.21 31318.32
2 Transmission loss 3.20% 3.10%
3 Loss of energy (MU) = (1) x (2) 960.81 970.87
4 Energy handled in Transmission system = (1)-(3) 29064.40 30347.45
3.153 As detailed under Chapter-5 of the MYT Order dated 25.06.2022 in petition
OP No. 11/2022, the total ARR of SBU-T of KSEB Ltd approved for the years
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2024-25 is Rs 1689.57 and the same for the year 2025-26 is Rs 1834.44
crore (excluding the ARR of SLDC).
The peak demand projected by KSEBL for the year 2024-25 is 5800 MW and
the same for the year 2025-26 is 5850MW.
3.154 Based on the approved ARR of the SBU-T for the years 2024-25 and 2025-
26, and also based on the approved energy sales, the transmission charges
computed for the year 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given in the Table below.
Table 3.113
Transmission charges estimated by the Commission
Transmission charges on per unit basis Cr
1 Net ARR of SBU-T (Rs. Cr) 1689.57 1834.44
2 Energy handled in the Transmission system (MU) 29064.40 30347.45
3 Transmission charges (Rs/unit) = (1)/(2) in Rs/kWh 0.58 0.60
Transmission charges per MW basis
4 Peak demand estimated(MW) 5800 5850
5 Transmission charges (Rs/ MW/day) (with a system load factor of 70%) 11401 12273
3.155 However, considering various steps taken by the licensees to control its O&M
expenses etc, the Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 in OP No.
18/2023 had approved the ‘per unit transmission charges’ for the previous
year 2023-24 @Rs 0.47/unit and the ‘transmission charges at per MW basis’
@ Rs 10565/MW.
The Commission has also noted that, the average inflation (30% of
WPI+70% of the CPI) since the last tariff revision in 2023-24 is 3.41%
only. Considering these factors, the Commission decided to limit the
increase in transmission charges to inflation only over the approval in
the previous Year 2023-24.
Accordingly, the Commission hereby approve the ‘per unit transmission

charges’ for the Year 2024-25 @0.49/unit. The transmission charges per
MW/day is approved @ 10925/MW/day.
The Commission further orders that, the transmission charges approved

for the Year 2024-25 shall be continued for the remaining years of the
MYT or till further orders.
3.156 The transmission charges per unit approved as above is applicable for
availing ‘short term open access’ and open access availed by embedded
consumers for wheeling electricity from RE sources within the State. The
transmission charges per MW/day as approved above, is applicable to
Medium Term Open Access (MTOA) and Long Term Access (LTA) Long Term
Access transactions.
3.157 The transmission charges as approved above shall be applicable to all

consumers of the State, who are availing open access facility, irrespective of
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whether the consumers belong to the KSEB Ltd or other licensees availing
power from KSEB Ltd.
SLDC charges
3.158 The net ARR of the SLDC for the year 2024-25 Rs 16.55 crore and the same
for the year 2025-26 is Rs 17.97 crore. As stated earlier, the anticipated peak
demand for the year 2024-25 is 5800MW and the same for the year 2025-26
is 5850 MW. Based on the approved figures, the SLDC charges determined
for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26 is given below.
Table 3.114
SLDC charges estimated for the Year 2024-25 and 2025-26
Particulars 2024-25 2025-26
Net ARR of SLDC (Rs. Cr) 16.55 17.97
Peak demand (MW) 5800 5850
SLDC charges (Rs/ MW/day) 112 120
The Commission has also noted that, the SLDC charges approved for the
year 2023-24 vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 is Rs 101/MW/day. Further, as
discussed earlier, the average inflation since the last tariff in the year 2023-24
is 3.41%. Considering these factors, the Commission has decided to limit the
SLDC charges for the year 2024-25 to the inflationary increase over the
SLDC charges approved for the year 2023-24.
Considering the above, the Commission hereby approve the SLDC charges
for the year 2024-25 @104/MW /day. The Commission further orders that, the
SLDC charges approved as above shall be applicable to the remaining Years
of the MYT, i.e., 2025-26 and 2026-27 also.
Wheeling charges at HT level
3.159 As per the Regulation-86 of the Tariff Regulations, 2021, the wheeling charges
of the distribution licensee may be determined on the basis of segregated
accounts of the distribution wire business. The relevant provisions in the Tariff
Regulations, 2021 is extracted below.
“86. Determination of Wheeling charges.–
(1) The wheeling charges of the distribution business/ licensee may be
determined by the Commission on the basis of the segregated accounts filed
by the licensee for distribution wires business.
(2) In case, the distribution business/ licensee is not able to file audited/
certified separate accounts for the distribution wires business and retail
supply business,-
(i) The distribution business/ licensee shall file to the Commission for
its approval, an allocation matrix for segregation of the expenses
between the distribution wires business and the retail supply business
with proper justification and certification by the statutory auditor;
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(ii) The Commission may take appropriate decision on such allocation
matrix for segregation of expenses between the distribution wires
business and the retail supply business.
(3) The wheeling charges payable by a user of the distribution system of the
distribution business/ licensee may comprise of the demand charges or
variable charges or any combination thereof, as may be stipulated by the
Commission in such order.”
3.160 KSEBL has not submitted the details of the distribution wire business
separately. However, KSEBL in the modified proposals has adopted the ARR
of the SBU-D at HT level at 25% of the total ARR of the SBU-D. Accordingly,
the distribution ARR at the SBU-D at HT level is adopted as 25% of the
distribution ARR, excluding the cost of generation, power purchase and intra-
state transmission charges for determining the wheeling charges.
3.161 The energy handled by the HT system of KSEB Ltd for the years 2024-25 is
given below.
Table 3.115
Energy handled at HT level for FY 2024-25
Sl No Particulars Quantity
Energy input to SBU-D (Table 6.22 of the MYT Order dated
1 29064.40
25.06.2022) (MU)
2 Energy sale at 66kV and above (MU) 2405.13
Energy input to distribution system of KSEB Ltd (excluding
3 26659.27
sale at EHT level & transmission losses) = (1)-(2) in MU
4 Loss at HT level (MU) 3.95%
5 Loss at HT level in MU 1053.04
6 Net Energy handled at HT level = (3)-(5) in MU 25606.23
3.162 Out of the total distribution ARR approved for the years 2024-25 and 2025-26
above, the amount considered for determining the wheeling charge is given
below.
Table 3.116
SBU- Distribution ARR approved for the year 2024-25
Item (Rs. Cr)
O&M Expenses 3,830.59
Interest & finance charges 1,499.43
Additional Bond to Trust 333.42
Depreciation 328.04
Return on Equity 253.50
Recovery of previous revenue gap 850.00
Repayment of bond 339.42
Less Non Tariff/Other Income 841.33
Distribution ARR 6,593.07
3.163 Based on the above details, the wheeling charges estimated by the
Commission for the years 2024-25 is given below.
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Table 3.117
Wheeling charges estimated by the Commission for the Year 2024-25
Sl No Particulars (Rs. Cr)
ARR of the SBU-D of KSEB Ltd (exclu PP cost &
1 6,593.07
Intra-state transmission charges) (Rs. Cr)
Distribution ARR at HT level considered for approving
2 1648.27
wheeling charges (25% of the ARR of SBU-D) (Rs.Cr)
3 Energy handled at HT level (MU) 25606.23
4 Wheeling charges at HT level =(2)/(3) (Rs/ Unit) 0.64
The wheeling charge approved vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 for the Year
2023-24 is Rs 0.62/unit. With the inflationary increase of 3.41%, the same for
the Year 2024-25 would be 0.64/unit.
Considering these reasons, the Commission hereby approve the wheeling

charges for the Year 2024-25 @ Rs 0.64/unit. Commission further orders that,
the wheeling charges as approved above shall be extended for the remaining
years of the MYT, i.e, for the years 2025-26 and 2026-27 also.
Cross Subsidy Surcharge (CSS)
3.164 The Regulation 89 of the KSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of
Tariff) Regulations 2021 (herein after referred as the Tariff Regulations, 2021),
specify the procedures for determination of Cross Subsidy Surcharge payable
by the open access consumers, which is extracted below for ready reference.
“89. Cross Subsidy Surcharge and Additional surcharge.–
(1) The consumers who are permitted open access shall pay to the
distribution business/ licensee in whose area the consumer is located, a cross
subsidy surcharge as per the formula specified in the Annexure 6 to these
Regulations.
(2) In addition, the Open access consumer is liable to be charged ‘Additional
surcharge on charges of wheeling’, as approved by the Commission.
(3) The cross subsidy surcharge and the additional surcharge shall be levied
in the manner specified in the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission
(Connectivity and Intra state Open Access) Regulations, 2013, as amended
from time to time.
(4) The amount received by the distribution business/ licensee by way of
crosssubsidy surcharge and additional surcharge, as approved by the
Commission, shall be deducted from the Aggregate Revenue Requirement
while calculating the tariff for distribution business/ licensee.”
The Annexure-6 of the Tariff Regulations, 2021 specify the formula for
calculating the cross-subsidy surcharge, which is extracted below.
“ Cross subsidy surcharge shall be calculated as per following formula:
Surcharge formula:
S= T – [C/ (1-L/100) + D+ R]
Where
S is the surcharge
T is the tariff payable by the relevant category of consumers, including
reflecting the Renewable Purchase Obligation
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C is the per unit weighted average cost of power purchase by the
Licensee, including meeting the Renewable Purchase Obligation.
D is the aggregate of transmission, distribution and wheeling charge
applicable to the relevant voltage level.
L is the aggregate of transmission, distribution and commercial losses,
expressed as a percentage applicable to the relevant voltage level.
R is the per unit cost of carrying regulatory assets.
Provided that if S is computed to be negative as per the above Formula,
S shall be considered as zero:
Provided further that the surcharge shall not exceed 20% of the tariff
applicable to the category of consumers seeking open access:
Provided also that the Commission may after recording the reason
thereof, order the levy of the surcharge determined for consumers of a
distribution licensee, from consumers of one or more other distribution
licensees:
Provided also that the Commission in consultation with the
Government may exempt levy of cross subsidy surcharge on Railways,
as defined in the Railways Act 1989 (Central Act No 24 of 1989), on
electricity purchase for its own consumption.”
3.165 As per the Tariff approved by the Commission, the average tariff for the
various HT&EHT consumers for the year 2024-25 is given below.
Table 3.118
Average tariff of consumers availing supply at HT & EHT level
Annual Annual revenue at
Category consumption approved tariff Avg. Tariff
(MU) (Rs. Cr) (Rs/ kWh)
EHT- 66 kV 325.58 230.24 7.07

EHT-110 kV 782.43 525.94 6.72
EHT 220 kV 149.22 101.26 6.79
EHT- Gen A 13.45 9.13 6.79
EHT- Gen B 25.92 24.49 9.45
EHT -Gen C 19.69 20.51 10.42
Railways 385 269.24 6.99
Defence installations 70.31 46.41 6.60
KMRL 10.75 7.54 7.01
HT-1(A) Industry 2493.16 1973.58 7.92
HT-I(B) Industry 15.15 12.95 8.55
HT-II(A) 209.31 173.12 8.27
HT-II (B) 649 624.61 9.62
HT-III(A) 9.67 6.21 6.42
HT-III(B) 2.5 1.43 5.70
HT- IV (A) 375.44 389.76 10.38
HT- IV (B) 363.16 393.94 10.85
HT-V 27.75 23.33 8.41
HT-VI 125.8 86.80 6.90
3.166 The weighted average cost of power purchase approved for the year 2024-25
as per the approved ARR of SBU-D vide the Order dated 25.06.2022 is given
below.
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Table 3.119
Weighted average cost of power purchase for the year 2024-25
Sl Quantity Amount
Particulars
No (MU) (Rs. Cr)
1 Own Generation 7457.83 734.62
2 Cost of power purchase 22883.64 10716.26
3 Less surplus sale 316.23 118.59
4 Net Generation & power purchase for sale within the State 30025.24 11332.3
Weighted average cost of Power Purchase (Rs/unit) 3.77
3.167 The component ‘L’ in the surcharge formula is the aggregate of

transmission, distribution and wheeling charges applicable to the relevant
voltage level. The transmission loss for providing supply at EHT level is
3.20% and the aggregate transmission and distribution loss for providing
supply at HT level is 6.71%.
3.168 The component ‘D’ is the aggregate of the transmission, distribution and
wheeling charges applicable to the relevant voltage level. The transmission
charges approved is Rs 0.49/unit.
The wheeling charge approved including carrying cost is Rs 0.64/unit. The

per unit carrying cost for the year 2024-25 is Rs 0.047/unit. Since the CSS
formula accounts the carrying cost component ‘R’ of the regulatory assets
separately, the wheeling cost excluding the per unit carrying cost amounts
to Rs 0.593/unit only considered for CSS computation.
3.169 Based on the above, the cross-subsidy surcharge approved for the
consumers who avail open access is given below.
Table 3.120
Cross subsidy surcharge approved for the Year 2024-25
D=
L
transmission Cross
C= Avg. =Aggregate R= Per Surcharge Surcharge
T =Avg and wheeling subsidy
cost of transmission unit as per limit (20%
Category tariff charges surcharge
PP & carrying formula avg. tariff)
(Rs/unit) (Rs/unit) approved
(RS/unit) distribution cost (Rs/unit) (Rs/unit)
(excluding (Rs/unit)
loss (in %)
carrying cost)
EHT- 66 kV 7.07 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.64 1.41 1.41
EHT-110 kV 6.72 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.29 1.34 1.34
EHT 220 kV 6.79 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.35 1.36 1.36
EHT- Gen A 6.79 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.36 1.36 1.36
EHT- Gen B 9.45 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 5.02 1.89 1.89
EHT -Gen C 10.42 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 5.99 2.08 2.08
Railways 6.99 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.56 1.40 1.40
Defence
installations 6.60 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.17 1.32 1.32
KMRL 7.01 3.77 3.20% 0.49 0.047 2.58 1.40 1.40
HT-1(A) Industry 7.92 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 2.74 1.58 1.58
HT-I(B) Industry 8.55 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 3.38 1.71 1.71
HT-II(A) 8.27 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 3.10 1.65 1.65
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HT-II (B) 9.62 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 4.45 1.92 1.92
HT-III(A) 6.42 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 1.25 1.28 1.25
HT-III(B) 5.70 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 0.53 1.14 0.53
HT- IV (A) 10.38 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 5.21 2.08 2.08
HT- IV (B) 10.85 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 5.67 2.17 2.17
HT-V 8.41 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 3.23 1.68 1.68
HT-VI 6.90 3.77 6.71% 1.08 0.047 1.72 1.38 1.38
3.170 Commission hereby orders that, the cross subsidy surcharge approved as
above for the year 2024-25, shall also be applicable for the years 2025-26
and 2026-27 or till further orders, whichever is earlier.
3.171 Since the Commission has been following uniform retail supply tariff (RST) for
all consumers irrespective of whether the consumers are availing supply from
KSEBL or other licensees and differential BST for other licensees who are
purchasing power from KSEB Ltd for distributing within their area of
jurisdiction, the Commission hereby orders that, cross subsidy surcharge as
approved above, shall be applicable to consumers of KSEB Ltd and all other
licensees operating in the State.
Low voltage supply surcharge
3.172 The Regulation 9 of the Kerala Electricity Supply Code, 2014 (hereinafter
referred as KESC, 2014) provide as under:
“9. Low voltage supply surcharge.-Consumers availing supply at voltage

lower than the one specified in Regulation 8 for the respective limits of
connected load or contract demand shall pay the low voltage supply surcharge
to the licensee at the rates as approved by the Commission from time to time in
the tariff order.”
3.173 The Commission has noted that, there are many consumers with KSEBL and
other licensees, having connected load above 100kVA, but availing supply at
LT. As per the Regulation - 9 of the KESC, 2014, such consumers shall pay
low voltage supply surcharge at the rate approved by the Commission, in
order to compensate the loss sustained by distribution licensees to provide
supply at low voltage level.
3.174 In the tariff order dated 25.06.2022 and 31.10.2023, the Commission had
approved the Low voltage supply surcharge as the difference between the
demand charge/ fixed charge at HT level and the same at the LT level. The
consumers who continue to avail supply at LT, though they are required to
avail supply at HT as per the Supply Code, 2014 has to pay the low voltage
supply surcharge, in addition to the fixed charge/ demand charge at LT and
energy charge at LT.
3.175 The existing low voltage supply surcharge and the same proposed by KSEB
Ltd is given below.
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Table 3.121
Existing and proposed low voltage supply surcharge
Category Existing 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
LT I (Rs/kVA/month) 180 190 200 200
LT IVA (Rs/kVA/month) 205 195 195 195
LT IVB (Rs/kVA/month) 190 220 210 210
LT V A (Rs/kW/month) 196 195 203 203
LT V B (Rs/kW/month) 205 203 183 183
LT VI A (Rs/kW/month) 316 333 332 332
LT VI B (Rs/kW/month) 291 308 307 307
LT VI C (Rs/kW/month) 282 273 263 263
LT VI D(Rs/ kW/month) 180 200 210 210
LT VI E (Rs /kW/month) 180 200 210 210
LT VI F (Rs/kW/month) 292 273 273 273
LT VI G (Rs/kW/month) 307 288 288 288
LT VII A (Rs/kW/month) 275 250 250 250
LT VII C (Rs/kW/month) 311 300 300 300
3.176 The Commission carefully considered the proposal submitted by KSEB Ltd in
their petition. A comparison of the ‘fixed charge/ demand charge /demand
charge for optional demand based tariff’ at LT and HT level approved for
various consumer categories are given below.
Table 3.122
Difference between fixed charge/demand charge at LT and HT for different consumer
categories
Fixed charge/
Difference with a PF
demand charge/ Demand charge at
Particulars @0.90 for converting
Optional demand HT
kVA to KW
charge at LT
Consumers under LT 1 A category Rs 280/ kVA/ month Rs 450/ KVA/month Rs 170/ kVA/month
Consumers under LT-IV (A) category Rs 210/ kVA/ month Rs 415/kVA/month Rs 205/kVA/month
Consumers under LT-IV (B) category Rs 210/ kVA/ month Rs 420/kVA/month Rs 210/kVA/month
Consumers under LT- V (A) category Rs 20/kW/month Rs 240/kVA/month Rs 196/kW/month
Consumers under LT- V (B) category Rs 25/kW/month Rs 260/kVA/month Rs 209/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(A) category Rs 85/ kW/ month Rs450/KW/month Rs 320/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(B) category Rs 110/kW/month Rs 450/kVA/month Rs 295/KW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(C) category Rs 195/ kW/month Rs 535/kVA/month Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(D) category Rs 280/ kVA/ month Rs 450/kVA/month Rs 170/kVA/month
Consumers under LT- VI(E ) category Rs 280/ kVA/ month Rs 450/kVA/month Rs 170/kVA/month
Consumers under LT-VI(F) category Rs 195/kW/month Rs 535/kVA/month Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(G) category Rs 175/kW/month Rs 535/kVA/month Rs 307/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VII (A ) category Rs 190/kW/month RS 500/kVA/month Rs 260/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VII(C ) category Rs 140/kW/month RS 500/kVA/month Rs 310/kW/month
3.177 Based on the above, the low voltage supply surcharge approved by the
Commission for consumers having connected load/ contract demand above
100 kW/kVA and availing supply at LT level as shown below.
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Table 3.123
Low voltage supply surcharge approved
Particulars Existing rate Approved for 2024-25
Consumers under LT 1 A category Rs 180/ kVA/month Rs 170/ kVA/month
Consumers under LT-IV (A) category Rs 205/kVA/month Rs 205/kVA/month
Consumers under LT-IV (B) category Rs 190/kVA/month Rs 210/kVA/month
Consumers under LT- V (A) category Rs 196/kW/month Rs 196/kW/month
Consumers under LT- V (B) category Rs 205/kW/month Rs 209/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(A) category Rs 316/kW/month Rs 320/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(B) category Rs 291/KW/month Rs 295/KW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(C) category Rs 282/kW/month Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(D) category Rs 180/ kVA/month Rs 170/kVA/month
Consumers under LT- VI(E ) category Rs 180/ kVA/month Rs 170/kVA/month
Consumers under LT-VI(F) category Rs 292/kW/month Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VI(G) category Rs 307/kW/month Rs 307/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VII (A) category Rs 275/ kW /month Rs 260/kW/month
Consumers under LT-VII(C) category Rs 311/ kW /month Rs 310/kW/month
* Domestic consumers with connected load above 100kW shall avail Optional Demand Based Tariff
for continuing at LT voltage level by paying the Low Voltage Surcharge
Note
In the case of the consumers who opt for ‘optional demand based tariff’ the low voltage
surcharge shall be the difference between the demand charge at HT supply and the
optional demand based tariff at LT.
3.178 The Commission further clarify that, the low voltage surcharge approved for
the Year 2024-25 may also be applicable for the financial years 2025-26 and
2026-27 or till further orders, whichever is earlier.
Power factor incentive and penalty
3.179 KSEB Ltd requested to retain the power factor penalty and incentive as per
the Tariff Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP No. 18/2023. The existing
power factor incentive and penalty is extracted below.
“The following incentive and disincentive shall be applicable to LT industrial

PF range (lag) Incentive/ Penalty

Incentive
0.50% of the Energy Charge for each 0.01 unit increase in
Above 0.95 and upto 1.00
power factor from 0.95
Penalty
0.50% of the energy charges for every 0.01 fall in PF below
0.90 and upto 0.95
0.95 and upto 0.90
below 0.90 1% of the energy charge for every 0.01 fall in PF from 0.90
Note: No penalty and incentive for consumers with leading power factor”
3.180 As requested by KSEB Ltd, the Commission hereby allow to continue the
existing rates of power factor incentive and penalty till further Orders.
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Meter rent
(a) Consumer meter
3.181 The Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP No. 18/2023
had approved the meter rent to be levied from consumers as follows;
Table 3.124
Meter rent to be levied from the consumers
Meter rent
Sl No Description approved
(Rs/meter/month)
Single phase static energy meters with LCD and ToD facility and
1 6
with ISI certification
Three phase static meters with LCD and ToD facility with ISI
2 15
certification
LT CT operated three phase four wire static energy meters (Class
3 30
0.5 accuracy) with LCD and ToD facility and ISI certification
3 phase AC static tri-vector energy meters with ABT, ToD facility
4 and compliant to Device Language Message Specification (DLMS) 1000
protocol (Applicable to open access consumers)
(b) Meter rent for Renewable Energy Meter
3.182 The Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 has also approved the
‘meter rent for renewable energy meters’ from consumers/prosumers. The
Table 3.125
Meter rent for Renewable Energy meter
Meter rent for RE
Sl.
Item meters approved
No.
(Rs/meter/month)
Renewable Energy meter - Single phase 2 wire 5-30-A,static LCD
1 10
meters with TOD facility
Renewable Energy meter - Three phase 10-60A static LCD meters with
2 20
TOD facility
3 Renewable Energy meter - LTCT Meter DLMS Class 0.5 S -/5A 25
Renewable Energy meter - 3 Phase 4 Wire, CT/PT Operated, HT, Static
4 200
Energy Meters of Class 0.2S Accuracy + GPRS Modem
Renewable Energy Meter - 3 Phase 4 Wire, CT/PT Operated, EHT,
5 200
Static Energy Meters of Class 0.2S Accuracy+ GPRS Modem
6 Net Meter - single phase 5-30A class 1.0 30
7 Net Meter - Three phase 10-60A class 1.0 35
8 Net Meter- LTCT meter, class 0.5S,-/5A 70
9 Net meter- CTPT operated HT meter Class 0.2S 435
3.183 KSEB Ltd vide the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024, has requested to
grant approval to levy the meter rent approved vide the Order dated
31.10.2023, for the remaining period of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27.
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3.184 The Commission has considered the request of KSEBL and hereby ordered to
levy the meter rent for consumer meters and renewable energy meters from
the consumers and prosumers, as approved by the Commission vide the
Order dated 31.10.2023, during the remaining period of the MYT from 2024-
25 to 2026-27.
Tariff reduction for LT-IV Industrial consumers

3.185 KSEBL submitted that, as per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, all
HT&EHT consumers and also LT Industrial consumers having connected load
of and above 20 kW is billed under ToD tariff, with details as follows.
Table 3.126
Existing ToD tariff structure of HT, EHT & LT-IV Industrial consumers w.e.f 01.11.2023
Normal Zone Peak Time Zone Off peak zone
Time zone (6 AM to 6 PM) (6pm to 10 pm) (10pm to 6 am)
Normal ruling 150% of the normal 75% the normal ruling
Rate rate ruling rate rate
KSEBL further submitted during deliberations that, the present ToD tariff
structure was approved by the Commission in the year 2010, and since then
there has been considerable change in the daily ‘consumption pattern’ and
also hourly electricity prices in the market. The peak demand of the State
now extended upto mid night. With the large scale integration of renewable
energy (RE) especially solar power into the system, the electricity prices
during day time has reduced significantly compared to the non-solar hours.
KSEBL further submitted that, as part of implementation of 3 lakh smart

meters in the first phase, the licensee has proposed to replace the meters of
all HT&EHT consumers with the smart meters. KSEBL may submit detailed
proposals for rationalising the existing ToD tariff structure once the existing
meters of the HT&EHT consumers are changed to smart meters.
3.186 KSEBL further submitted that, the consumption of the LT-IV (A) and LT-IV (B)
consumers are predominantly during day time. The details are given below.
Table 3.127
Consumption pattern of LT-IV (A) and LT-IV (B) industrial category
Tariff Avg. Zone wise Consumption (%)
Category Normal Zone Peak Zone Off -Peak Zone
LT IV(A) 80 9 11
LT IV(B) 75 12 13
Since the predominant consumption of the LT-IV industries are during day
time, any reduction in day time tariff will benefit these consumers. Further,
promoting day time consumption may help in harnessing solar energy and
also benefit KSEBL.
Considering the consumption pattern of the LT-IV industrial consumers,

KSEBL has proposed a rate reduction of 10% during normal zone for LT-IV
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(A) and LT-IV (B) categories having connected load of and above 20kW
during the remaining period of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27. KSEBL
proposes to continue with the existing rate for peak hours, i.e., 150% of the
normal ruling rate. However, KSEBL proposes normal rate for ‘off-peak’ hours.
KSEBL further submitted that, as the consumption during ‘off-peak’ hours is

low, the change in rate during the ‘off-peak’ hours will not be a burden to the
LT industries. KSEBL further submitted that, this proposal is expected to
benefit the LT Industries by Rs 25.00 crore annually.
KSEBL further submitted that, the proposals for reduction in tariff for other LT
industries having connected load less than 20kW require ToD installation and
hence the same will be submitted along with the Mid-Term Performance
Review (MPR) of KSEBL by the end of May-2025.
3.187 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEBL in detail. As per the
details submitted by KSEBL, about 80% of the consumption of the LT-IV (A)
Industries and about 75% of the consumption of the LT-IV (B) Industries are
during day time. It is also fact that, with the large penetration of Solar PV
installation in the Country, the market rate of electricity during day time is
much less than the non-solar hours. However, in the absence of cost effective
storage technologies to store and use the solar power during non-solar hours,
the rate of power during non-solar hours especially during peak periods is
much higher.
As part of the promotion of the small scale industries and also for promoting
day time consumption, KSEBL has proposed 10% reduction in normal energy
charge during day time for all LT IV (A) and LT IV (B) Industries with
connected load of and above 20kW. KSEBL proposes to continue the existing
ToD tariff @150% of the normal energy charge during peak time zone.
However, KSEBL proposes normal energy charge during night off-peak hours.
Table 3.128
Comparison of the existing ToD tariff and proposed ToD tariff of LT-IV Industries
KSEBL proposal for ToD tariff of LT-IV
Existing ToD tariff for LT-IV Industries Industries
Normal Peak Time Off peak Normal Peak Time Off peak
Zone Zone zone Zone Zone zone
Time (6 AM to 6 (6pm to 10 (10pm to 6 (6 AM to 6 (6pm to 10 (10pm to 6
zone PM) pm) am) PM) pm) am)
150% of the 75% the 90% of the 125% of the
Normal Normal
Energy normal ruling normal normal normal ruling
ruling rate ruling rate
charge rate ruling rate ruling rate rate
The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEBL in detail. The licensee
has proposed the day time reduction in tariff for the consumers having
connected load of and above 20kW only, but this category accounts for about
20,500 consumers only out of the 1.43 lakh consumers. The Commission
further noted that, more than 1 lakh consumers under this category is having
connected load less than 10kW and their average daily consumption is less
than 5 units (monthly consumption- 150 units). These consumers are usually
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rice mills, flour mills, small work shops, tailoring units etc, and they are
running the units for earning their daily livelihood. The Commission is of the
considered view that, the benefit of reduction in day time tariff is to be
extended to all LT-IV Industrial consumers.
Hence, the Commission hereby direct that, KSEBL shall submit an action plan
for implementing the ToD tariff scheme to all LT-IV Industrial consumers on or
before 31.03.2025.
With the above observations, Commission hereby approve the ToD tariff
proposed by KSEBL for LT-IV (A) & LT- IV (B) industrial consumers with
connected load of and above 20kW, as below.
Table 3.129
ToD tariff approved for LT-IV (A) and LT-IV(B) industrial consumers with connected
load of and above 20kW
Time
zone (6 AM to 6 PM) (6pm to 10 pm) (10pm to 6 am)
Energy 90% of the normal ruling 150% of the normal ruling
Normal ruling rate
charge rate rate
Proposal for tariff reduction for LT-1 Domestic consumers having monthly
consumption above 250 units
3.188 KSEBL submitted that, as per the prevailing tariff order dated 31.10.2023, ToD
tariff is made applicable for domestic consumers having monthly consumption
above 500 units. The details are given below.
Table 3.130
Existing ToD tariff of domestic consumers with monthly consumption above 500 units
Time zone
(6 AM to 6 PM) (6pm to 10 pm) (10pm to 6 am)
Energy Normal ruling 120% of the normal 90% the normal

charge rate ruling rate ruling rate
3.189 KSEBL has also submitted the average zone wise consumption of domestic
consumers during the last six months period from Dec-2023 to May-2024. The
Table 3.131
Zone wise consumption of the domestic category with monthly consumption
above 500 units
Normal Peak Off -Peak
Zone Zone Zone
43% 18% 39%
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3.190 KSEBL also submitted that, rapid penetration of solar power has posed
serious challenges for the distribution network and affecting the financial
viability of KSEBL. Hence the licensee proposes to encourage the domestic
consumers to increase the consumption during solar hours, so that the
challenges of the large scale penetration of Solar PV can be mitigated to
some extent.
In order to achieve this objective, KSEBL proposes 10% reduction in energy

charge during day time for all domestic consumers having monthly
consumption above 250 units. Further, 125% of the normal rate is proposed
during peak hours. Normal energy charge is proposed for night off-peak
hours. A comparison of the existing ToD tariff for domestic consumers with
monthly consumption above 500units and the proposed ToD tariff for the
domestic consumers with monthly consumption above 250 units is given
below.
Table 3.132
Existing ToD tariff and Proposed ToD tariff for domestic consumers
ToD tariff proposed by KSEBL for domestic
Existing ToD tariff for domestic consumers consumers having monthly consumption
with monthly consumption above 500 units above 250 units
Normal Peak Time Off peak Normal Peak Time Off peak
Zone Zone zone Zone Zone zone
Time (6 AM to 6 (6pm to 10 (10pm to 6 (6 AM to 6 (6pm to 10 (10pm to 6
zone PM) pm) am) PM) pm) am)
120% of the 90% the 90% of the 125% of the
Normal Normal
Energy normal ruling normal normal normal ruling
ruling rate ruling rate
charge rate ruling rate ruling rate rate
3.191 KSEBL further submitted that, in order to implement the proposals, 2.9 lakh
existing meters has to be replaced with new ToD compliant meters out of the
7.90 lakh domestic consumers with monthly consumption above 250 units.
The total cost for procuring 2.9 lakh meters is estimated @Rs 20.00 crore.
KSEBL has also submitted the following tentative schedule for replacing the
existing 2.90 lakh meters with ToD compliant meters and for the
implementation of ToD Tariff in a phased manner.
Table 3.133
Implementation schedule of ToD billing system for domestic consumers with monthly
consumption above 250 units
No. of ToD meters to
be installed ToD Meter Scheduled
Consumption (Rounded figures) installation date for
Slab
Single Three (target date) billing
phase phase
Above 400 25500 22000 31.12.2024 01.01.2025
units
Above 300 76500 26000 30.06.2025 01.07.2025
units
Above 250 116500 23000 31.12.2025 01.01.2026
units
Total 218500 71000
3.192 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEBL in detail. As per the
data submitted by KSEBL, about 7.9 lakh consumers are having monthly
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consumption above 250 units. Further, out of the 7.9 lakh consumers, 2.9
lakh existing meters has to be replaced with ToD compatible meters for
implementing the scheme, i.e., out of the 7.90 lakh domestic consumers
under this category, about 5 lakh consumers (63% of total consumers in this
group) are already having ToD compliant meters, and meters of the balance
2.9 lakh consumers (37% of the consumers under this group) has to be
replaced with ToD compatible meters.
As per the details submitted by KSEBL, the total budget requirement for
replacing the existing meters of the 2.90 lakh consumers is about Rs 20.00
crore only. KSEBL has proposed a period of about 13 months from
December-2024 to December-2025 for replacing the existing 2.90 lakh meters
with ToD compliant meters.
3.193 The Commission has noted the proposal of KSEBL in detail. During the
deliberations of the public hearing on the tariff proposals, majority of the stake
holders has welcomed the proposal of KSEBL to reduce the energy charge
during day time. The Commission is also of the considered view that, duly
considering the ‘reduction in the cost of electricity generation from Solar PV
plants, and also the reduction in electricity prices during day time due to the
large penetration of Solar PV plants, and also to increase the day time
consumption’, KSEBL has to be offer electricity at reduced rates during solar
hours compared to non solar hours. This is beneficial for the consumers of the
State as well as KSEBL.
However, KSEBL has proposed a time span of 13 months for implementing

the scheme, citing the reason that, about 2.90 lakh meters has to be replaced
with TOD compatible meters with a total cost of Rs 20.00 crore.
3.194 The Commission cannot agree with time schedule of 13 months proposed by
the licensee. As submitted by KSEBL, out of 7.90 lakh domestic consumers
having monthly consumption above 250 units, 5 lakh consumers already have
ToD compliant meters. There is no hurdle in implementing the scheme for
these consumers with immediate effect from the date of implementation of
this Order. Further, during deliberations in the state coordination forum it was
noted that the details furnished by KSEB regarding status of TOD compliant
meters is not based on any field verification. Subsequently, based on random
field verification, it became evident that more meters than that reported are
actually TOD compliant.
Further, as per the details available from KSEBL, the licensee has already
placed purchase orders for about 5.24 lakh single phase meters, and the
entire quantum will be available by 27.12.2024. KSEBL has already decided
to purchase additional quantum of about 75,000 single phase meters from the
same vendors at the same rate.
KSEBL has already opened the tender for purchasing 1.50 lakh three phase
meters, and meters from the tender will be available from January 2025
onwards.
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Considering the above, it is not a difficult task to replace the less than 2 lakh
single phase meters and 0.71 lakh three phase meters with ToD compliant
meters, latest by 31.03.2025.
3.195 The Commission after appraising the entire aspects in detail, has decided to
approve the proposal of KSEBL to introduce ToD tariff with reduction in day
time tariff as detailed below.
Table 3.134
ToD tariff approved for domestic consumers having monthly consumption above 250 units
Time
zone (6 AM to 6 PM) (6pm to 10 pm) (10pm to 6 am)
90% of the
Energy 125% of the normal
normal ruling Normal ruling rate
charge ruling rate
rate
Note.
(1) ToD tariff shall be implemented w.e.f 01-01-2025 for the consumers already
having ToD compatible meters.
(2) For consumers requiring replacement of existing meters with TOD compliant
meters, the date of implementation shall be 01.04.2025.
ToD tariff for prosumers
3.196 KSEBL submitted that, as per the provisions of the KSERC (Renewable
Energy and Net Metering) Regulations, 2020, ToD metering and billing is
applicable for prosumers having connected load of and above 20kW and
normal metering for connected load below 20kW.
Further, as per Regulation 21(4) of net metering regulations, for the prosumer
having connected load above 20 kW, the electricity injected from the
renewable energy system in a time period during a billing period shall be first
set off against the electricity consumed during the same time period. In the
case of excess generation over consumption in that time period during the
billing period shall thereafter be set-off against other time period subject to the
following.
(a) 80% of the net energy injected in time periods other than peak hours, be
allowed to adjust against peak hour consumption.
(b) The net energy injected during peak hours shall be allowed to be adjusted
100% during the peak hour and the balance shall be allowed to be
adjusted 120% during other time blocks.
(c) At all other time periods, except energy injection during peak hours, 100%
of the net energy injected in any time periods will be allowed to adjust
against the consumption, during the time period other than peak hours.
3.197 KSEBL further submitted that, the present banking and billing results in
significant revenue loss to KSEBL. Further, the prosumers are using electricity
extravagantly regardless of the time zones. Hence, KSEBL has submitted the
following vide the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024.
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(1) Introduce ToD metering and billing to all prosumers irrespective of the
connected load of the consumers.
(2) ToD pricing may be modified as follows;
(i) The net energy injected in time periods other than peak hours
shall not be allowed to adjust against peak hour consumption. At
all other time periods, except energy injection during peak
hours, 100% of the net energy injected in any time periods will
be allowed to adjust against the consumption, during the time
period other than peak hours.
(ii) The net energy injected during peak hours shall be allowed to
be adjusted 100% during the peak hours only.
3.198 The Commission has examined the proposals of KSEBL in details. Metering,
billing, banking of surplus energy etc, of the prosumers in the State is being
done as per the provisions of the KSERC (Renewable Energy and Net
Metering) Regulations, 2020 and its subsequent amendments in 2022 and
2024. Hence any change or modifications of the ToD metering and billing can
be done only with the amendments/modifications of the relevant Regulations
of the KSERC (Renewable Energy and Net Metering) Regulations, 2020 and
its amendments.
The Commission has already initiated the process of amending/ modifying/ re-
notifying the Regulations dealing with the renewable energy and related
matters, duly considering the recent developments RE sector in the Country,
its impact on power system, need for storage systems to store and use the
solar energy available for the use during non solar hours, financial impact of
large scale RE on the consumes and distribution licensees etc.
KSEBL can, at its liberty, raise their proposals on metering, billing including
ToD pricing etc, with all supporting details during the deliberations of
‘amending/ modifying/ re-notifying the existing RE Regulations.
Considering these reasons, the Commission cannot consider the proposal for
metering and billing of the prosumers at this stage. Hence the proposal of
KSEB Ltd rejected.
Revision of fixed charges of LT-1 three phase domestic consumers and LT-VI
(E) category
3.197 KSEBL vide the modified proposals submitted that, as per Section 45(3) of
Electricity Act,2003, the charges for electricity supplied by a distribution
licensee may include:
(a) a fixed charge in addition to the charge for the actual electricity supplied;
(b) a rent or other charges in respect of any electric meter or electrical plant
provided by the distribution licensee.
3.198 As per the prevailing tariff Order dated 31.10.2023, the fixed charges is levied
from the domestic consumers on the basis of the monthly consumption of
electricity. Further, the fixed charges is levied from LT VI(D) General
(orphanage, old age homes, anganwadis etc.), LT VI (E) - General (press
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clubs, sports& Arts clubs with connected upto 2000 Watts etc) and LT- VIII(B)
metered street lights on per consumer basis.
3.199 KSEBL as the utility has to maintain the supply network for the entire
connected load of the installation in the transmission and distribution system.
As fixed cost is linked with network costs, it is appropriate to levy the fixed
charge based on the connected load in the premise.
KSEBL further submitted that the fixed cost recovery through retail tariff is
very low compared to the fixed cost component of ARR of the utility for the
past years.
Being a highly subsidized category and due to social consideration, KSEBL

proposes to exempt LT VI(D) category from connected load based fixed
charge for the current control period.
3.200 KSEBL further submitted that, connected load details of the LT-VI(E) and LT
domestic categories are not available with KSEBL. Hence KSEBL proposes
the following schedule for imposing fixed charges based on the connected
load w.e.f 01.01.2025.
(1) As on date, about 25000 consumers are billed under LT-VI(E)

category, out of which 11500 consumers are single phase consumers.
KSEBL proposes to levy Rs 30/kW/month as fixed charge for single
phase/ three phase category. KSEBL further submit that, the
connected load details of the LT-VI(E) category can be collected from
the premises by 31.12.2024 and the billing can be scheduled from
01.04.2025after rectifying the anomalies and software modifications.
(2) In the case of domestic consumers, KSEBL proposes the fixed charge
based on the connected load only for three phase consumers in the
initial phase. KSEBL has to get the connected load details of the entire
6.5 lakh three phase domestic consumers and the task can be
completed by 31.03.2027, i.e., before the end of the control period.
KSEBL proposes to levy fixed charge @Rs 35.00/kW/ month for the
remaining period of the control period.
KSEBL submit the following schedule for the implementation of the

connected load wise fixed charge for the three phase domestic
consumers;
Table 3.135
Schedule of implementation of connected load wise FC for three phase domestic category
Consumption Last date for collecting Date of Commencement of
slab. the connected load billing
Above 500 units details
31.12.2024 01.02.2025
Above 400 units 31.03.2025 01.05.2025
Above 350 units 30.06.2025 01.07.2025
Above 300 units 30.09.2025 01.10.2026
Above 250 units 31.12.2025 01.01.2026
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Above 200 units 31.03.2026 01.04.2026
Above 150 units 30.06.2026 01.07.2026
Above 100 units 30.09.2026 01.10.2023
Above 50 units. 31.12.2026 01.01.2027
0-50 units. 31.03.2027 01.04.2027
3.201 The Commission has examined the proposal of KSEBL in detail. The licensee
has clarified that, the connected load details of the domestic category and LT-
VI (E) category are presently not available with KSEBL. Collecting such
details from all three phase domestic consumers and LT-VI(E) consumers
may be difficult and may arise public protest and criticism. Further, connected
load of the domestic consumers may change frequently with use of household
articles such as fridge, mixer grinder, ovens, ironbox, induction cooker, water
heater, ACs etc.
Further, during the public hearings on the tariff proposals, some of the
stakeholders suggested that, instead of levying fixed charge based on
connected load, the same may be levied based on the recorded maximum
demand of the consumer in each month. However, it may require installation
of the ToD compliant meters at all consumer premises.
3.202 The Commission vide paragraph 3.43 and 3.44 has analysed the issues
involved and has decided to transition to Recorded Maximum Demand (RMD)
based levy of fixed charges in a revenue neutral mode and has directed
KSEB Ltd to furnish necessary proposals with necessary and sufficient
details. In view of the said view taken by the Commission, the proposal of
KSEB Ltd to introduce connected load based fixed charges for domestic and
LT VI(E) consumers are rejected.
Green Tariff
3.203 The Commission vide the interim Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP No.
18/2023 has determined the ‘green tariff’ for the Year 2023-24 @ Rs 0.77/unit.
KSEBL vide the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024 has requested to
approve the existing green tariff for the remaining years of the MYT also.
The Commission has considered the request and orders to extend the same
for the remaining years of the MYT from 2024-25 to 2026-27.
Optional Demand Based Tariff
3.204 The Commission vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 has approved the ‘Optional
Demand Based Tariff @Rs 270/kVA /month for all categories of consumers
other than those billed under tariff with connected load of and above 20kW.
KSEBL vide the modified proposals dated 02.08.2024 has proposed to retain
the ‘optional demand based tariff’ for the remaining period of the MYT.
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However, KSEBL proposed to modify the eligibility criteria for opting ‘Optional
Demand Based Tariff’ as follows;
“All categories of consumers other than those billed under ToD Tariff with connected
load above 20KW with a minimum contract demand of 10 kVA. Demand charge may
be retained as Rs. 270/kVA/ Month.”
3.205 The Commission has considered the request of KSEBL. However, considering
the overall increase of 2.31% approved for the Year 2024-25 over previous
year, the Commission has also ordered to increase the ‘Optional Demand
Based Tariff’ from Rs 270/kVA/month to Rs 280/kVA/month for the Year 2024-
25, and the same is ordered to continue for the remaining Years of MYT from
2025-26 to 2026-27.
3.206 Further, the Commission directs that KSEB Ltd shall frame a detailed proposal
to extent TOD tariff to all consumers except agriculture consumers in a
phased manner and submit to the Commission for approval, latest by
30.06.2025.
Directives
3.207 The Commission hereby issues the following directives for immediate
compliance and report the status, on quarterly basis from 1 st January 2025
onwards.
(1) For improving its performances, reduce expenses and improving

revenue connection.
(i) KSEBL shall take steps to optimise the power purchase and its
cost every year, as discussed (not limited to) in paragraph 3.14
(1) of this Order.
(ii) KSEBL shall take efforts to reduce the O&M costs through
various efforts as discussed (not limited to) in paragraph
3.14(2) of this Order.
(iii) KSEBL shall also reduce the administrative expenses and

improve its revenue realisation through various efforts including
the steps discussed in paragraph 3.13(3) of this Order.
(2) KSEBL shall submit a detailed proposal for extending ToD tariff to all LT
consumers (except agriculture consumers) with connected load above
10 KW along with the petition for mid term performance review before
the Commission.
(3) KSEBL shall also study and submit a detailed report including its
financial impact for changing the existing time zone of the ToD billing,
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along with suitable proposal for zone wise tariff also. The report should
necessarily contain the financial impact on the consumers and
licensee. KSEBL shall submit the same within two months from the
date of this Order.
(4) KSEBL shall verify the connected load of all single phase consumers
with monthly consumption above 400 units, as discussed in paragraph-
3.45 of this Order.
(5) KSEBL shall record the ‘recorded maximum demand (RMD) of all
domestic consumers having meters with the facility as part of normal
billing process. The RMD shall be provided in the bills of such
consumers also. Based on the analysis of the RMD over a period,
KSEBL shall submit a revenue neutral proposal for billing the fixed
charges on the basis of RMD as part of next tariff proposal.
(6) KSEBL shall collect section wise details of the mostly un occupied
houses, including their connected load, monthly consumption etc
during the last three years and submit the same by 30.06.2025.
(7) KSEBL shall, intimate the auditoriums, marriage halls/ convention

centers the option available for availing temporary tariff without
payment of fixed charges including daily minimum fixed charges.
(8) KSEBL shall issue electricity bills of all categories consumers in

Malayalam with immediate effect, with an option to provide the
bills in English to those who demand for the same.
(9) KSEBL shall implement the monthly bills to the consumers who
specifically request for the same with self meter reading and raising
bills with online facility/mobile app developed by the licensee, as
discussed as issue No.7 in Chapter-7.
(10) KSEBL shall submit an action plan for implementing the ToD tariff
scheme to all LT-IV Industrial consumers on or before 31.03.2025, as
discussed in paragraph 3.187 of this Order.
Orders of the Commission

3.208 The Commission, after examining the proposals submitted by KSEB Ltd, the
views of the stake holders, additional submission and clarifications submitted
by KSEB Ltd, in exercise of its powers under Section 62 and Section 86(1) of
Electricity Act, 2003, directions of the Hon’ble APTEL in its various judgments
and after taking into consideration of the stipulations in Tariff Policy, 2016,
KSERC (Terms and Conditions of Determination of Tariff) Regulations, 2021,
hereby Orders the following.
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(1) Extend the validity of prevailing ‘Schedule of Tariff and Terms and
Conditions of Retail Supply of Electricity by KSEB Ltd and all other
licensees from 01.12.2024 to 04.12.2024’.
(2) Approve the retail tariff applicable to the consumers of the State as
discussed in the preceding paragraphs, w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2025
and 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2027.
(3) Approve the schedule of Tariff and Terms and Conditions for Retail
Supply of Electricity by KSEB Ltd and all other licensees with effect
from 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027, and is enclosed as Annexure to this
Order.
(4) The charges such as transmission charges, SLDC charges, wheeling

charge, cross subsidy surcharge, green tariff and meter rent as
approved above is applicable to all consumers of the State.
(5) This order shall be subject to the final outcome of the judgement of the
Hon’ble High Court in Writ Petition WP (C) No. 34202 of 2024.
The petition OP No. 18/2023 disposed of. Ordered accordingly.
Sd/- Sd/- Sd/-

T K Jose Adv. A J Wilson B Pradeep
Chairman Member Member
Approved for issue
Sd/-
C R Satheesh Chandran
Secretary
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THIRUVANANTHAPURAM
No.427/D(T)/2023/KSERC Dated, Thiruvananthapuram, 5th December, 2024
SCHEDULE OF TARIFF AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR RETAIL SUPPLY

OF ELECTRICITY BY KERALA STATE ELECTRICITY BOARD LIMITED AND
ALL OTHER LICENSEES WITH EFFECT FROM 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027
(Vide Order dated 05.12.2024 in OP No. 18/2023)
Unless the context otherwise requires, the words and expressions used in this
schedule shall be as defined in the Electricity Act, 2003 or in the Regulations
specified by the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission and shall have the
meaning respectively assigned to them in the Act or in the Regulations mentioned
above.
The tariff mentioned in this Schedule shall apply to consumers to whom the Kerala
State Electricity Board Limited or other distribution licensee has undertaken or
undertakes to supply electricity, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained
in any agreement entered into with any consumer earlier by the Kerala State
Electricity Board, or other distribution licensees or Government of Kerala or in any of
the Tariff Regulations or rules and / or orders previously issued.
The rates specified in this Schedule are exclusive of Electricity Duty and / or
surcharge and/or any other cess, taxes, minimum fees, duties and other impositions
existing or that may be levied or imposed in future by the Government or the
Commission, which are payable in addition to the charges payable as per the tariff
mentioned in this Schedule.
PART A - LOW TENSION (LT) TARIFF
The expression ‘Low Tension Consumer’ (LT) means a consumer who is supplied
with electrical energy at low or medium voltage by the Kerala State Electricity Board
Limited and other distribution licensees in the State. The voltage limits specified for
low tension supply are however subject to the variations allowed under the
provisions of the Kerala Electricity Supply Code, 2014.
General Conditions
1. The minimum charge payable by all LT consumers shall be the fixed charge or
demand charge as the case may be of the respective category even during the
period of disconnection.
2. All LT Industrial (both LT-IV (A) and LT-IV (B) consumers) and LT Agricultural
consumers shall, for power factor improvement, install static capacitors with ISI
certification as specified in Annexure D attached to this schedule and obtain the
approval of the licensee. Such consumers shall submit to the licensee, an
application for approval of the capacitor, as soon as it is installed. The licensee
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shall communicate to the consumer, its decision about such approval or
otherwise within a period of 15 days from the date of submission by the
consumer, the application for approval of capacitor. If the licensee does not
communicate to the consumer its decision about such approval or otherwise
within a period of 15 days, it shall be deemed that the licensee has granted the
required approval for the installation of the capacitor.
3. For LT Industrial and Agricultural consumers who have not installed capacitors
with ISI certification of specified value, the fixed charge and energy charge shall
be higher by 20% of the tariff applicable to the respective categories.
4. For the consumers using welding sets without installing capacitors with ISI
certification of specified value, the fixed charge and energy charge shall be
higher by 30% of the tariff applicable to the respective categories.
5. The officer of the licensee who is authorized to take meter reading shall inspect
the static capacitor and ensure that it is functioning properly. If such officer
notices that the static capacitor has become faulty or unserviceable, he shall
forthwith intimate the matter to the officer in charge of the Electrical Section /
Sub-division of Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or to the concerned officer
in the case of other distribution licensees, who shall issue notice to the consumer
directing him to replace such faulty or unserviceable capacitor within one month
or within such other time limit as stipulated by the concerned officer of the
licensee. The consumer shall replace such faulty /unserviceable capacitors
within the time limit as directed by the officers of the licensee.
6. If the capacitor is not replaced or put back into service duly repaired, to the
satisfaction of the concerned officer of Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or of
other distribution licensees, as the case may be, within one month or such other
time limit as stipulated by the concerned officer of the licensee, enhanced
charges as per clause 3 or clause 4 above shall be payable for the whole period
during which the capacitor remains faulty or unserviceable.
7. Such consumers other than those in LT-IV Industry and LT-V Agriculture
category who install capacitors as specified above shall be eligible for a rebate at
the rate of 5% on the energy charges. Such rebate shall be allowed from the
billing month succeeding the month in which the approval / deemed approval has
been obtained for the capacitors installed by the consumer. No rebate is
admissible on the fixed charges.
8. (a) Power supply for common facilities in high rise buildings/ apartment complex
etc used exclusively for domestic (housing) purpose such as fire control, common
lighting, lifts, water pumping, sewage treatment, waste disposal, offices of the
residential associations in residential apartment complexes shall be billed at
domestic tariff.
(b) Power supplies to common facilities in high rise buildings mainly for domestic
occupation shall be under the domestic tariff if the connected load other than for
domestic purpose, is less than 5% of the total load.
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9. (a) Power supply for common facilities such as fire control, common lighting, lifts,
water pumping, sewage treatment, waste disposal etc in the high rise buildings,
for the occupation by consumers in LT-VI or in LT-VII categories shall be charged
at the respective tariffs for such categories.
(b) In the case of combination of occupation of different categories of consumers,

common facilities shall be charged at the highest of LT-VI or LT-VII tariff
applicable to such categories.
10. ToD tariff shall be applicable to all LT-IV Industrial consumers (except the
pumphouses of Kerala Water Authority, Municipal Corporations, Municipalities
and Panchayats) and to LT-I domestic consumers (3 Phase) having monthly
consumption above 250 units. The charges and other terms & conditions for ToD
tariff shall be as per Annexures ‘A, B,E & F’ to this schedule.
11. Optional Demand Based Tariff can be availed by all categories of consumers
having connected load above 20kW, other than those billed under ToD Tariff as
per the conditions in Annexure – G to this schedule.
12. The consumers who are required to avail supply at HT and above as per the
Regulation 8 of the Kerala Electricity Supply Code, 2014, but availing supply at
LT, shall pay the low voltage surcharge at the following rates.
Low voltage supply surcharge for consumers having connected load/
contract demand above 100 kVA and availing supply at LT level
Approved by the
Commission w.e.f
Particulars
05.12.2024 to
31.03.2027
Consumers listed under LT 1 A Rs 170/ kVA/month
Consumers listed under LT-IV (A) category Rs 205/kVA/month
Consumers listed under LT-IV (B) category Rs 210/kVA/month
Consumers listed under LT- V (A) category Rs 196/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT- V (B) category Rs 209/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(A) category Rs 320/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(B) category Rs 295/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(C) category Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(D) category Rs 170/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT- VI(E ) category Rs 170/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(F) category Rs 287/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VI(G) category Rs 307/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VII (A ) category Rs 260/kW/month
Consumers listed under LT-VII(C ) category Rs 310/kW/month
* Domestic consumers shall avail Optional Demand Based Tariff for
availing the benefit of low voltage surcharge
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LOW TENSION – I- DOMESTIC ( LT- I )
The tariff applicable to supply of electrical energy for domestic purpose (both
single phase and three phase)
Low Tension - I- Domestic ( LT- I )

w.e.f 05.12.2024 to w.e.f 01.04.2025 to
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
Monthly Fixed charge Fixed charge
Energy Energy
consumption (Rs/ Consumer/ Charge (Rs/ Consumer/ Charge
slab month) month) Remarks
Single Three Single Three
(Rs/Unit) (Rs/Unit)
phase phase phase phase
This rate is
applicable only to
BPL category
0-40 Nil 1.50 Nil 1.50
with connected
load of and below
1000 Watts.
0-50 45 120 3.30 50 130 3.35
51-100 75 160 4.15 85 175 4.25
101-150 95 190 5.25 105 205 5.35 Telescopic
151-200 130 200 7.10 140 215 7.20
201-250 145 220 8.35 160 235 8.50
0-300 190 225 6.55 220 240 6.75
0-350 215 235 7.40 240 250 7.60
0-400 235 240 7.75 260 260 7.95 Non- Telescopic
0-500 265 265 8.05 285 285 8.25
Above 500 290 290 9.00 310 310 9.20
Note-1. Fixed charges shall not be applicable to consumers belonging to below

poverty line (BPL) category with connected load of and below 1000 Watts
and monthly consumption of and below 40 units.
Note-2.BPL families having cancer patients or persons having permanent
disability of 40% or above as family members, consuming upto 100 units
per month shall be billed @Rs 1.50/unit, provided their connected load is
of and below 2000 watts. The excess consumption over 100 units in a
month may be charged at normal tariff.
Note-3. Home stay units approved as such by Department of Tourism shall be
billed under LT-I domestic.
Note-4. Farm stay at farm houses (agriculture, dairy and animal husbandries)
having a total connected load upto 20kW and certified by appropriate
authority shall be billed under LT-I domestic.
Note-5. Domestic consumers shall be allowed to utilize electrical energy in a
portion of their residence for their own use for purposes other than
domestic if the connected load for the purposes other than for domestic, in
their premises does not exceed 20% of the total connected load or 1000
Watts whichever is less. When connected load other than for domestic
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use in such cases exceeds 20% of the total connected load or 1000 Watts
whichever is less, such loads shall be segregated and separate
service connection shall be obtained under appropriate tariff. When this is
not done, the tariff applicable to the whole service connection shall be at
the appropriate tariff applicable to the connected load used for purposes
other than domestic, if such tariff is higher than the tariff for LT-I category.
Note.6: Nano household units shall be allowed to be billed under domestic tariff to
promote entrepreneurial environment in the State.
Note.7: (a) The tariff for domestic consumption by the families of the victims of
endosulfan tragedy in Hosdurg and Kasaragod Taluks of Kasaragod
District shall be Rs.1.50 / unit for a monthly consumption up to 150 units.
If the consumption of the consumer, who is eligible for the above
concession, exceeds 150 units per month, the consumption in excess of
150 units will be charged at the rates specified for the slabs 151-200 units
or 201-250 units as the case may be. This concession will not be
available for the consumers with monthly consumption above 250 units.
(b)The consumer who is eligible for this concession granted to endosulfan
victims has to submit to the officer in charge at the section office of the
licensee, a certificate from the revenue authorities or from the local self-
government authority to prove his / her eligibility for this tariff concession.
Note-8: (a) The domestic water supply schemes approved by the Government
including the following shall be charged under domestic tariff.
(i) water supply schemes under Jalanidhi, Jaladhara or
Swajaladhara Projects;
(ii) water supply schemes coming under water supply societies or
under beneficiary committees;
(iii) water supply schemes for Scheduled Caste (SC) and / or
Scheduled Tribe (ST) colonies;
(iv) water supply schemes for Laksham Veedu Settlements taken
over and managed by Local Self Government Institutions;
(v) social drinking water supply schemes established using local
area development funds of Members of Legislative Assembly
(MLA) and / or Members of Parliament (MP);
(vi) social drinking water supply schemes established using funds of
Local Self Government Institutions;
(vii) social drinking water supply schemes under Peoples
Participatory Schemes (PPS);
(viii) Rajeev Gandhi Drinking Water Schemes managed by
beneficiary groups.
(b) The method for billing for the above mentioned water supply schemes
solely for domestic purpose shall be as specified hereunder;
(c) The total monthly consumption of electricity of the units of such water
supply schemes will be divided by the number of beneficiary households
and the average consumption per households will be billed under LT – I
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domestic tariff. The amount of electricity charges assessed for the
average consumption per beneficiary household will then be multiplied by
the number of beneficiary households to assess the total electricity
charges to be paid by the units of such schemes.
(d) Anganwadies, if any, availing drinking water from the above water
supply schemes shall also be considered as a beneficiary availing the
water supply for domestic purpose and the benefit of such community
drinking water schemes shall be extended to them.
LOW TENSION – II TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS {LT II }
Tariff applicable for single or three phase temporary connections for purposes such
as illumination, exhibition, festivals, public meeting and fairs.
LT – II Temporary connections
Particulars w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027
Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) 12.50

OR
Daily minimum of Rs.100/kW or part thereof of the connected load,
whichever is higher
Note-1. 40% concession in the rates shall be allowed if the connection is for;
(a) the exhibitions conducted or sponsored by the Government or Local

Self-Government institutions or by Government educational institutions
or by Public Sector Undertakings and the exhibitions conducted by
recognized private educational institutions;
(b) Festivals of religious worship centres for the illumination, public

address system and security lighting. (This concession is limited to the
energy availed by the religious worship centres and not by other
agencies who function in the premises of religious worship centres
where festival is being organized).
Note-2.
Auditoriums, marriage halls, conventions centers etc who have limited use of
electricity during a month and year’, have the option to avail the LT-II
Temporary tariff. In case additional loads other than that provided in the
service connection agreement is proposed to be connected to the grid while
availing temporary tariff, granting connection for such additional load to the
grid shall be subject to technical feasibility. If temporary tariff is availed, such
charge/ demand charge including daily minimum charges.
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LOW TENSION – III TEMPORARY EXTENSIONS {LT III}
Applicable to temporary extension taken from the premise of existing consumers.
LT - III Temporary extensions

w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027
Fixed charges per day - Rs.65/kW or part thereof of, the
temporarily connected load plus the application fee, test fee
etc. Energy charges shall be recovered from the consumer
wherefrom extension is availed, at the tariff applicable to him
Note: Temporary extension shall be allowed only for a maximum period of 15

days at a time.
LOW TENSION IV - INDUSTRY (LT- IV)
(a) LT- IV (A) – INDUSTRY
LT-IV (A) Industrial tariff is applicable for the general purpose industrial loads (single
or three phase) which include,-
(i) manufacturing units,
(ii) grinding mills, flour mills, oil mills, rice mills,
(iii) saw mills, units using electric hydraulic axe machine to break down
logs into small pieces.
(iv) ice factories,
(v) rubber smoke houses, tyre vulcanizing/re-treading units, units
manufacturing rubber sheets from latex, coconut drying units,
(vi) workshops using power, mainly for production and/or repair,
(vii) public waterworks, drinking water pumping for public by Kerala Water
Authority, Corporations, Municipalities and Panchayats, telemetry
stations of KWA, pumping water for non- agricultural purposes, sewage
pumping units,
(viii) power laundries,
(ix) screen printing of glass ware or ceramic, SSI units engaged in
computerized colour printing excluding photo studios/ colour labs.
(x) audio/video cassette/CD manufacturing units,
(xi) printing presses including presses engaged in printing dailies,
(xii) bakeries (where manufacturing process and sales are carried out in the
same premises)
(xiii) diamond- cutting units, stone crushing units, granite cutting units
(where boulders are cut into sheets in the same premises)
(xiv) book binding units with allied activities,
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(xv) garment making units,
(xvi) seafood processing units, prawn peeling and processing units, granite
cutting units (where large granite blocks are cut into sheets in the same
premises),
(xvii) plantations of cash crops, tea factories, cardamom and nutmeg drying
and curing units,
(xviii) units carrying out extraction of oil in addition to the filtering and
packing activities carrying out in the same premise and under the same
service connection,
(xix) dairy, processing of milk by pasteurization and its storage and
packing,
(xx) soda manufacturing units, bottling plants/ packaging drinking water.
(xxi) Crematoria.
(xxii) Dewatering of agriculture land.
(xxiii) Dewatering of water logged areas.
(xxiv) De-siltation plants
(xxv) Units engaged in cleaning, grading, blending and storage of food
grains.
(xxvi) Units engaged in catering services without facility for retail sales as that
of restaurents and hotels.
(xxvii) Manufacturing of concrete rings, concrete blocks and concrete tanks
LT - IV (A) INDUSTRY
w.e.f w.e.f
Particulars 05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge
(i) Connected load of and below 10 kW (Rs. per
140 140
consumer per month)
(ii) Connected load above 10kW and up to 20 kW (Rs.
90 95
per kW or part thereof per month)
(iii) Connected load above 20kW (Rs. per kVA or part
210 215
thereof per month)
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/unit)
Connected load of and below 10 kW 5.85 5.90
Connected load above 10kW and up to 20 kW 5.90 5.95
Connected load of and above 20 kW 5.95 6.00
Note: 1- Workshops with automobile service stations shall segregate the

workshop load for availing the benefit of industrial tariff. If loads are not
segregated the charges shall be realized at the rates applicable to automobile
service stations.
Note: 2- General conditions relating to installation of capacitors will apply.
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LOW TENSION – IV (B) – IT and IT Enabled Services. {LT IV (B)}
Tariff applicable to Information Technology (IT) and IT enabled services including

akshaya-e-centres, computer consultancy services units, call centers, software
services, data processing activities, desktop publishing (DTP), software development
units and such other IT enabled services.
LT - IV (B) IT and IT Enabled Services
w.e.f
w.e.f 01.04.2025
Particulars 05.12.2024 to
to 31.03.2027
31.03.2025
(a) Fixed Charge
(i) Connected load of and below 10kW (Rs. per
175 175
consumer per month)
(ii) Connected load above 10 kW and up to 20kW (Rs.
130 135
per kW or part thereof per month)
(iii) Connected load above 20 kW (Rs. per kVA or part
210 220
thereof per month)
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/kWh)
Connected load of and below 10kW 6.60 6.65
Connected load above 10 kW and up to 20kW 6.60 6.70
Connected load of and above 20 kW 6.70 6.80
Note: General conditions relating to installation of capacitors will apply.
LOW TENSION - V- AGRICULTURE

(a) LT- V AGRICULTURE (A) {LT- V (A)}
This tariff applicable to the use of electricity for:

(1) pumping, dewatering of agriculture land and lift irrigation for cultivation of
food crops, fruits and vegetables.
(2) pumping, dewatering and lift irrigation for the cultivation of cash crops such
as cardamom and coffee and for the cultivation of crops such as coconut,
areca nut, pepper, nutmeg, cloves, cocoa and betel leaves as pure crops or
as inter crops.
LT - V (A)- Agriculture
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
Fixed Charge (Rs. per kW or part
20 20
thereof per Month)
Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) 2.35 2.40
Note:- 1.General conditions relating to installation of capacitors will

apply.
2. The electricity for pumping and lift irrigation for the cultivation of cash crops
only are included under LT V(A) agriculture tariff and the electricity for
general purpose industrial loads like drying, further processing, value addition
etc. of plantation of cash crops shall be billed under LT IV(A) tariff’.
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(b) LT – V - AGRICULTURE (B) {LT -V (B)}
The tariff under this category is applicable to the supply of electricity for the use of
the following activities such as,-
(i) livestock farms, combination of livestock farms with dairy, poultry farms,
rabbit farms, piggery farms, hatcheries,
(ii) silk worm breeding units, sericulture,
(iii) floriculture, tissue culture, agricultural and floricultural nurseries, mushroom
culture, aquaponics and hydroponics
(iv) aquaculture, fish farms including ornamental fish farms, prawn farms, other
aqua farms, aquarium run by the Agency for Development of Aquaculture,
Kerala, and
(v) cheenavala without fish farming and egger nurseries
LT - V (B)- Agriculture
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
Fixed Charge (Rs. per kW or
25 30
part thereof per Month)
Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) 3.40 3.40
Note1: General conditions relating to installation of capacitors will apply.

Note-2: LT-V (B) Agriculture tariff is applicable to the dairy farms, which have
facilities for collection, chilling and storing of milk, till it is sent to the
processing units, and also applicable to the primary milk producer’s
co-operative societies, the primary function of which is the collection
of milk from the farmers and to sell the same to the processing units
in bulk. This tariff will be also applicable for retail sales outlets if the
connected load of sales outlets does not exceed 10% of the total
connected load.
Note-3: The electricity used for running electric motors for making rubber
sheets from Latex by individual farmers shall be billed under LT-V-
Agriculture (B) [LT-V(B)].
Note -4: The electricity used for running Shredding machines used for
powdering dry waste such as coconut leaves, coconut husk, grass
etc by individual farmers
LOW TENSION –VI GENERAL
LT-VI- General (A) [LT- VI (A)]
The tariff under LT-VI (A) category is applicable to,-
(i) Government or Government aided educational institutions; libraries and

reading rooms of Government or Government aided educational
institutions,
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(ii) Educational institutions administered by the Government such as LBS,
IHRD, CAPE etc.
(iii) Educational institutions run by Universities in the State of Kerala.
(iv) Primary health centres, dispensaries and hospitals under the Central
Government or State Government or Local Self Government Institutions;
X-Ray units, laboratories, blood banks, mortuaries and such other units
attached to such primary health centres, dispensaries and hospitals; blood
banks of IMA; poly clinics under Ex-servicemen Contributory Health
Scheme (ECHS).
(v) Centres for religious worship such as temples, mosques and churches;
institutions imparting religious education, monasteries and convents;
LT - VI GENERAL (A)
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge (Rs. per kW or part thereof
85 90
per Month)
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) (Non telescopic)
(i) Of and Below 500 kWh (all units) 5.90 6.00
(ii) Above 500 kWh (all units) 6.75 6.85
LT- VI GENERAL (B)
The tariff under this category is applicable to,-

(i) offices and institutions under the State or Central Governments or under
the Local Self Government Institutions, except those which are included in
the category LT-VI General (C); village offices; Government Treasuries.
(ii) offices of the Corporations, Boards and other Public Sector Undertakings
under State or Central Governments;
(iii) offices of the Kerala Water Authority (KWA), Kerala State Road Transport
Corporation (KSRTC) and Kerala State Water Transport Corporation
(KSWTC);
(iv) museum and / or zoo;
(v) hostels of educational institutions affiliated to Universities, hostels under
the control of the Director of Technical Education or the Director of
Medical Education or the Director of Public Instruction or such other
institutions of Government, hostels run by the State or Central
Government, hostels run by State Social Welfare Board, hostels run by
and Charitable Societies Registration Act, 1955 (12 of 1955) or under the
Societies Registration Act, 1860 (21 of 1860) or under Indian Trust Act,
1882, the donations to which are exempted from payment of Income Tax;
Working women hostels operating under the scheme approved by the
Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, hostels
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under the supervision and monitoring of Department of Social Welfare,
Government of Kerala;
(vi) Pay wards and institutions of Kerala Health Research and Welfare Society
(KHRWS);
(vii) travellers’ bungalows, rest houses and guest houses under government;
Police Clubs,
(viii) type writing institutes;
(ix) offices of social service organizations, offices of service pensioners’
associations.
(x) offices of political parties not approved by the Election Commission of
India;
(xi) collection centres of ‘FRIENDS’; single window service centres under
Department of Information Technology;
(xii) offices of Department of Posts, all post offices including extra
departmental (ED) post offices;
(xiii) cameras at traffic signal points, surveillance cameras installed by the
Local Self Government Institutions and also under Operation Kaval
Kannukal
(xiv) offices of KMRL
(xv) Old age homes which charge the inmates for boarding and lodging.
(xvi) Offices of Railways including Railway Stations,
(xvii) Light houses
(xviii) Offices of the document writers.
LT - VI GENERAL (B)
w.e.f
w.e.f
01.04.2025
to
31.03.2025
31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge (Rs. per kW or part thereof per 110 115
Month)
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) (non-telescopic)
(i) Of and below 500 kWh (all units) 6.60 6.65
(ii)Above 500 kWh (all units) 7.25 7.30
LT- VI GENERAL (C)
The tariff under this category is applicable to:

(i) offices or institutions under Income Tax or Central Excise and Customs
Departments,
(ii) offices under Motor Vehicles Department or Sales Tax department or
Excise Department; Sub-Registry offices; and such other tax earning
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departments under State or Central Government (other than Local Self
Government Institutions);
(iii) banking and / or financing institutions (excluding micro financing
institutions registered and functioning as per the guidelines issued by
Reserve Bank of India);
(iv) ATM counters including the ATM counters of post offices.
(v) offices of Airport Authority of India except airports;
(vi) Insurance companies,
(vii) Offices of the Goods and Service Tax (GST)
(viii) Microfinancing Institutions,
(ix) Offices of the LIC Agents
(x) Offices of the pawn brokers; and
(xi) any other LT categories not included any where in this schedule.
LT - VI GENERAL (C)
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge (Rs. per kW or part thereof
per Month) 195 200
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/unit) (Non telescopic)
(i) Upto 500 units (all units) 7.15 7.15
(ii) Above 500 units (all units) 8.65 8.65
LT- VI GENERAL (D)

The tariff under LT-VI (D) category is applicable to:
(i) orphanages;
(ii) anganwadis; schools and hostels for differently abled or physically
challenged persons (including mentally challenged persons,
deaf/dumb/blind/physically challenged persons),
(iii) old age homes where no charges are levied for the boarding and
lodging of inmates,
(iv) Cheshire homes; polio homes; SoS Childrens’ Villages,
(v) charitable centres for cancer care, pain and palliative care and HIV
rehabilitation,
(vi) charitable hospital guidance centres registered under the Travancore -
Cochin Literary, Scientific and Charitable Societies Registration Act,
1955 (12 of 1955) or under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (21 of
1860) or under Indian Trust Act, 1882, donations to which are
exempted from payment of Income Tax,
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(vii) shelters exclusively for orphaned animals and birds run by charitable
and Charitable Societies Registration Act, 1955;
(viii) charitable institutions recognized by the Government for the care and
maintenance of the destitute and differently abled or physically
challenged persons including mentally retarded persons and
deaf/dumb/blind persons,
(ix) libraries and reading rooms with connected load of and below 2000
(x) e-toilet and public comfort stations, where no charges levied for use.
(xi) Dialysis centres providing free dialysis to the poor.
(xii) Buds school and school for children with Autism
LT - VI GENERAL (D)
(a) Fixed Charge Rs .35.00/ consumer/ month
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/kWh) 2.10
LT VI GENERAL (E)
The tariff under LT-VI(E) category is applicable to:

(i) sports and / or arts clubs (with connected load not exceeding 2000
Watts);
(ii) sailing and / or swimming clubs (with connected load not exceeding
2000 Watts);
(iii) gymnasium (with connected load not exceeding 2000 W);
(iv) libraries and reading rooms excluding those which are included in LT
VI-A and LT VI-D categories,
(v) press clubs;
(vi) offices of political parties approved by Election Commission of India;
(vii) e-toilet and public comfort stations, where charges are levied for use
LT-VI-GENERAL (E)
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed charge (Rs/ consumer/month)
Single phase consumers 50 50
Three phase consumers 125 130
(b) Energy charges (Rs /kWh) (Non telescopic)
0 to 50 units per month 3.75 3.80
Above 200 units per month 7.15 7.20
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LT VI GENERAL (F)
The tariff under LT- VI (F) is applicable to:
(i) Computer training institutes, private coaching or tuition centres, self-

financing educational institutions including the hostels run by them,
(ii) Cinema studios, audio/video cassette recording/duplication units, CD
recording units, cinema dubbing and animation studios,
(iii) All construction works,
(iv) Installations of cellular mobile communications, satellite
communications, offices and / or exchanges of telecom companies,
(v) Offices or institutions of All India Radio (AIR), Doordarshan and other
television broadcasting companies, cable TV networks, radio stations,
(vi) Hall marking centres.
(vii) Offices of the advocates or chartered accountants or company
secretary or consulting engineers or tax consultants or architects or
cost accountants or of management consultants.
(viii) Offices of the ‘on line news channels and on line portals’.
(ix) Printing press engaged in printing dailies along with online media
channels.
LT VI GENERAL (F)
w.e.f
31.03.2027
Fixed charge (Rs/ kW or part thereof per month)
Single Phase 105
Three phase 195
Energy Charge (Rs per unit) (Non- telescopic)
0 to 100 units per month 6.00
above 500 units per month 9.25
LT-VI- GENERAL (G)
The tariff under this category is applicable to all the private hospitals, private clinics,
private clinical laboratories, private X-ray units, private mortuaries, private blood
banks and private scanning centers and such other private institutions in health care
sector.
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LT VI General (G)
w.e.f 05.12.2024
Particulars
to 31.03.2027
Fixed charge (Rs/ kW or part thereof per month)
Single Phase 90
Three phase 175
Energy Charge (Rs per unit) (Non-telescopic)
Above 2000 units per month 8.60
LOW TENSION - VII – COMMERCIAL
LT- VII-Commercial (A) [LT- VII (A)]
The tariff under LT-VII (A) category is applicable to commercial and trading
establishment such as,
(i) shops, showrooms, display outlets, business houses,
(ii) hotels and restaurants (having connected load exceeding 2000
Watts),
(iii) house boats
(iv) private lodges, private guest houses, private rest houses, private travellers
bungalows,
(v) freezing plants, cold storages, milk chilling plants for the purpose of
marketing the milk and milk products.
(vi) shops selling confectioneries, sweetmeat, breads and such other eatables
without manufacturing process,
(vii) petrol/diesel/ LPG /CNG bunks, LPG bottling plants,
(viii) automobile service stations, computerized wheel alignment centres,
(ix) marble and granite cutting units,
(x) units carrying out filtering, packing and other associated activities of oil
brought from outside,
(xi) share broking firms, stock broking firms, marketing firms,
(xii) godowns of Kerala State Beverages Corporations,
(xiii) photo studios/ colour labs
LT VII Commercial (A)
w.e.f 05.12.2024
Particulars
to 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed charge (Rs/ kW or part thereof per month)
(i) Single Phase 95
(ii) Three phase 190
(b) Energy Charge (Rs per unit) (Non telescopic)
(i) 0 to 100 units per month 6.05
(ii) 0 to 200 units per month 6.80
(iii) 0 to 300 units per month 7.50
(iv) 0 to 500 units per month 8.15
(v) Above 500 units per month 9.40
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LT- VII Commercial (B) [LT-VII-B]
Tariff applicable to commercial and trading establishments such as,-
(i) shops, bunks, hotels, restaurants, having connected load of and below 2000
Watts.
(ii) telephone / fax / e-mail / photocopy booths and internet cafes having
connected load of and below 2000 Watts.
When connected load of the above mentioned consumers exceeds 2000 Watts,
such consumers shall be charged under LT -VII (A) tariff. If monthly consumption
of LT- VII (B) consumers having connected load of and below 2000 Watts, exceeds
300 units, the energy charges shall be realized at the rate of energy charges
applicable to LT -VII (A) consumers.
LT - VII Commercial (B)
w.e.f
w.e.f
01.04.2025
to
31.03.2025
31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge
Upto 1000 watts (Rs. Per consumer/month) 65 70
Above 1000 watts and upto 2000 watts (Rs. Per
75 80
kW/month)
(b)Energy charge (Rs/unit) (Non telescopic)
(i) 0 to 100 units 5.35 5.40
(ii) 0 to 200 units 6.20 6.25
(iii) 0 to 300 units 6.80 6.90
LT- VII Commercial (C) [LT-VII-C]

The tariff under LT VII (C) is applicable to,-
(i) cinema theatres;
(ii) circus;
(iii) sports and arts clubs, sailing or swimming clubs and gymnasium
having connected load exceeding 2000W.
(iv) Stadiums, turf courts, and indoor courts.
(v) Multiplexes
(vi) Auditoriums
(vii) Private hostels.
LT - VII Commercial (C)

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31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Fixed Charge
(Rs. per kW or part thereof / Month 140 145
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/ unit) (Non telescopic)
(i) Upto 1000 units 6.35 6.40
(ii) Above 1000 units 7.75 7.80
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LOW TENSION – VIII PUBLIC LIGHTING (LT- VIII)
LT – VIII (A) Unmetered street lights {LT VIII (A)}
Tariff applicable to various categories of unmetered public lighting per lamp.
LT- VIII(A)- Composite Tariff approved for Unmetered Street Lights

w.e.f 05.12.2024 to w.e.f 01.04.2025 to
Particulars
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
Rs/lamp/month Rs/lamp/month
Sl No Type of Lamp Watts(W) Burning hours per day Burning hours per day
4 6 12 4 6 12
hours hours hours hours hours hours
1 Ordinary 40 28 42 84 29 43 86
2 Ordinary 60 42 62 129 43 63 131
3 Ordinary 100 70 105 211 71 107 215
4 Fluro. Tube 40 28 42 84 29 43 86
5 Fluro. Tube 80 55 84 168 56 86 171
6 Flood light 1000 705 1057 2114 718 1076 2152
7 MV Lamp 80 63 88 181 64 90 184
8 MV Lamp 125 96 141 281 98 144 286
9 MV Lamp 160 121 181 361 123 184 367
10 MV Lamp 250 188 281 563 191 286 573
11 MV Lamp 400 301 449 900 306 457 916
12 SV Lamp 70 53 81 158 54 82 161
13 SV Lamp 80 60 88 181 61 90 184
14 SV Lamp 100 74 112 224 75 114 228
15 SV Lamp 125 96 141 281 98 144 286
16 SV Lamp 150 112 168 338 114 171 344
17 SV Lamp 250 188 281 563 191 286 573
18 CFL 11 6 10 20 6 10 20
19 CFL 14 8 12 27 8 12 27
20 CFL 15 9 14 28 9 14 29
21 CFL 18 11 16 33 11 16 34
22 CFL 22 14 20 41 14 20 42
23 CFL 30 19 28 55 19 29 56
24 CFL 36 22 33 67 22 34 68
25 CFL 44 27 41 81 27 42 82
26 CFL 72 45 67 133 46 68 135
27 CFL 144 88 133 264 90 135 269
28 LED 9 3 5 12 3 5 12
29 LED 12 5 6 17 5 6 17
30 LED 15 6 8 22 6 8 22
31 LED 18 6 14 26 6 14 26
32 LED 20 9 14 29 9 14 30
33 LED 24 12 17 38 12 17 39
34 LED 25 12 17 40 12 17 41
35 LED 30 14 20 48 14 20 49
36 LED 35 16 26 49 16 26 50
37 LED 40 19 29 57 19 30 58
38 LED 45 20 31 67 20 32 68
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39 LED 70 34 49 100 35 50 102
40 LED 80 37 57 114 38 58 116
41 LED 110 51 80 156 52 81 159
42 LED 150 70 108 213 71 110 217
MV Lamp on
semi high mast
43 1200 2722 2771
only for 12 hrs
burning per day
SV Lamp on
semi high mast
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only for 12 hrs
250 567 577
burning per day
LT – VIII (B) METERED STREET LIGHTS AND TRAFFIC SIGNAL LIGHTS

{LT-VIII (B)}
Tariff applicable for metered street lights and tariff signal lights.
LT – VIII (B) Tariff for Metered Street Lights and Traffic Signal Lights
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(a) Fixed charge (Rs/ meter/month) 95 100
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/unit) 4.90 5.00
Note: 1.- When public lighting is to be done after extension of lines, the
beneficiaries shall pay the cost of the work as per the cost data approved
by the Commission.
Note: 2.- In campuses where lines and lights are provided by the beneficiary, LT
metered supply shall be provided at Rs. 4.80 per kWh plus fixed charge of
Rs.90.00 per meter per month subject to other conditions regarding the
payment of cost of the work.
Note: 3.- Supply to light houses when taken from the street mains of Kerala State
Electricity Board Limited or any other licensee will be charged at
appropriate public lighting tariff. Where metered independent supply is
provided at low tension, the rate applicable will be Rs. 4.80 per kWh plus
fixed charge at Rs.90.00 per meter per month and subject to other
conditions regarding payment of cost of the work.
Note: 4.- In areas where low tension distribution lines of Kerala State Electricity
Board Limited and other licensees exist, metered supply shall be given by
the respective licensee for special type of lamps, for which the rates are
not given in the table above, provided the lamps are installed and
maintained by the local bodies at their cost. The tariff applicable in such
cases shall be Rs 4.80 per unit plus fixed charge at Rs 90.00 per meter
per month, subject to other conditions regarding payment of cost of the
work.
Note: 5.- Separate charges shall not be collected from the consumers towards
service charges for street lighting.
Note: 6.- Electricity duty is not payable for public lighting as per the provisions of
Kerala Electricity Duty Act, 1963.
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LT IX : DISPLAY LIGHTING AND HOARDINGS
Tariff applicable to display lighting, hoarding, external illumination of buildings for
publicity and sales- promotion purposes.
LT - IX Display Lighting and Hoardings

w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027
Fixed Charge
(a) Rs. per Connection per month upto 1kW 700
(b) For every additional kW above 1kW

(Rs. per kW per month) 150
Energy Charge (Rs/unit) 12.50
Note: The electricity used for the purposes of displaying the name, address,
working time and such essential details of commercial, industrial or other
category of consumers is allowed to be charged at same tariff applicable
to the category to which such consumers belongs.
LT-X : ELECTRIC VEHICLES PUBLIC CHARGING STATIONS
Tariff applicable to public electric vehicle charging stations at LT, including that of
water metro
LT – X : Electric vehicles public charging stations
w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2025 w.e.f 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2027
Solar Non Solar
Solar Non Solar hours
Particulars hours hours
Ruling hours from (remaining Ruling
from 9 (remaining
tariff 9 AM to 4 hours of the tariff
AM to 4 hours of the
PM day)
PM day)
Fixed Charge
(Rs. per KW Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
per month)
Energy
Charge 7.15 5.00 9.30 7.15 5.00 9.30
(Rs per unit)
Note: Till 31.03.2025, Solar hours may be treated as per existing time Zone- 1, and
time Zone- 2 and time Zone- 3 together may be treated as Non – Solar hours.
KSEBL shall re-set the time zone of the meters to ‘solar hours and non-solar
hours’ latest by 31.03.2025.
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PART B – HIGH TENSION (HT) AND EXTRA HIGH TENSION (EHT) TARIFF
General conditions for HT and EHT tariff
1. For the purpose of conversion from kVA to kW or vice versa, an average power
factor of 0.9 shall be used.
2. Billing demand shall be the recorded maximum demand for the month in kVA or
75% of the contract demand as per the agreement, whichever is higher.
3. All the HT&EHT consumers shall be allowed to use upto 130% of the contract
demand during off-peak hours without the payment of excess demand charge.
However, when the recorded maximum demand during normal period or peak
period in a month exceeds the contract demand as per the agreement or the
recorded maximum demand during off-peak hours exceeds 130% of the
contract demand, the excess demand shall be charged at a rate of 150 percent
of the demand charges applicable, as per the billing procedure specified under
Annexure-F to this Schedule.
4. (a) As per Section 55 of the Electricity Act, 2003 and provisions of the Central
Electricity Authority (Installation and Operation of meters) Regulations 2006,
consumer meter shall generally be installed and owned by the licensee.
(b) Even if the consumer elects to purchase the meter as stipulated in proviso
under Sub Section 1 of Section-55 of the Electricity Act, 2003, such meter shall
be tested, calibrated, sealed, installed, operated and maintained by the licensee
as provided in the said regulations.
(c) The consumer has to purchase only such meters which are included in the
list of manufactures and models which has to be provided by the licensee, as
stipulated in clause (c) of Sub-Regulation (2) of Regulation 6, of the Central
Electricity Authority (Installation and Operation of Meters) Regulations 2006.
(d) If any existing consumer, having elected to purchase and supply the meter
for replacement of the defective meter in his premises, fails to do so within two
months, such consumer will be charged 50% extra over the prevailing rates
applicable to him for both demand and energy, for the said two months and one
month thereafter.
(e) The licensee shall, in performance of its duty under Section 55 of the Act,
replace the defective meter and realize the security deposit and meter rent in
accordance with the provisions of Section 55 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
5. All EHT consumers (except Railway Traction) and all HT consumers (except
drinking water supply pumping stations of Kerala Water Authority, Municipal
Corporations, Municipalities and Panchayats) shall be billed on ToD tariff as per
the formula indicated in the Annexure - A to this schedule.
6. The monthly minimum charge payable shall be the minimum guarantee amount
as per Minimum Guarantee Agreement, if any, or the billing demand as per
condition 2 above, whichever is higher. This applies even during the period of
disconnection of power supply.
7. In the case of colony supply of HT /EHT (Industrial) consumers, the applicable
tariff shall be subject to the following conditions:
a. Colony Supply: Colony supply, when availed from the HT / EHT supply of
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the consumer, such supply shall be segregated and metered by means of
a sub-meter and the consumption will be charged at 20 paise extra per
kWh for HT and 10 paise extra per kWh for EHT consumers.
b. If no segregation is made as specified above, the bill amount of the
consumer shall be increased for demand and energy charges by 10% for
both HT and EHT consumers.
8. Power factor incentives/penalties as per Annexure - C shall be applicable to all
HT and EHT consumers.
TARIFF FOR HIGH TENSION (HT) CONSUMERS
This tariff shall be applicable to all High Tension consumers to whom the
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or other licensees has undertaken or
undertakes to supply energy. The expression ‘high tension’ (HT) consumer means
a consumer who is supplied with electrical energy at a voltage of 33,000 Volts,
22,000 Volts or 11,000 Volts under normal conditions, subject however to, the
variation indicated in the agreement with the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited
or other licensees or the variation allowed under the Kerala Electricity Supply
Code, 2014.
HIGH TENSION- I - INDUSTRY (A) {HT- I (A)}
Tariff applicable to general purpose industrial load of all classes of

consumers listed in LT-IV (A) category availing supply of electricity at high tension.
HIGH TENSION- I - INDUSTRY (A)

w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(b) Demand Charge
415 420
(Rs./kVA of Billing Demand/Month)
HIGH TENSION-I - IT and IT Enabled Services {HT – I (B)}
Tariff applicable to of all classes of consumers listed in LT-IV (B) category

availing supply of electricity at high tension.
HIGH TENSION-I (B)- IT and IT Enabled Services

w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charge
420 430
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HIGH TENSION - II - GENERAL (A) {HT – II (A)}
Tariff applicable to all classes of consumers listed in LT-VI (A), LT-VI (B), LT-VI (D),
and LT-VI (E) categories availing supply of electricity at high tension.
HIGH TENSION - II - GENERAL (A)

w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
450 460
(Rs. /kVA of Billing Demand/Month)
HIGH TENSION – II - GENERAL (B) {HT –II (B)}

Tariff applicable to all classes of consumers listed in LT-VI(C), LT-VI (F) and LT-VI
(G) categories availing supply of electricity at high tension, including Airports.
HIGH TENSION – II - GENERAL (B)

w.e.f 05.12.2024
Particulars to 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges (Rs./kVA of Billing Demand/Month) 535
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/ unit)
(i) Of and below 30,000 units (All units) 6.85
(ii) Above 30,000 units (All units) 7.85
HIGH TENSION –III AGRICULTURE (A) – {HT – III (A)}

Tariff applicable to the classes of agricultural consumers listed in LT-V (A) category,
HIGH TENSION –III (A) AGRICULTURE

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
240 250
(b) Energy Charge (Rs/ unit) 3.55 3.60
HIGH TENSION - III AGRICULTURE (B) – (HT – III (B))

Tariff applicable to classes of agricultural consumers listed in LT-V (B) category,
HIGH TENSION – III (B) AGRICULTURE

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
260 270
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HIGH TENSION – IV (A) COMMERCIAL [HT – IV(A)]
Tariff applicable to all classes of commercial consumers listed in LT-VII (A)
and LT-VII (C) categories availing supply of electricity at high tension, except those
who categorize under HT-IV (B).
HIGH TENSION – IV (A) COMMERCIAL [HT – IV A]

w.e.f 05.12.2024
(a) Demand Charges (Rs./kVA of Billing Demand/Month) 500
HIGH TENSION – IV (B) COMMERCIAL [HT – IV (B) ]
Tariff applicable to hotels, marriage halls, convention centers, shopping malls
and multiplexes availing supply at high tension.
HIGH TENSION – IV (B) COMMERCIAL [HT – IV (B) ]
w.e.f 05.12.2024
(a) Demand Charges
510
HIGH TENSION – V DOMESTIC (HT – V)

Tariff applicable to domestic consumers and colonies availing supply of
electricity at high tension.
HIGH TENSION – V DOMESTIC (HT – V)
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
450 460
(Rs. /kVA of Billing Demand/Month)
Note: - The HT domestic connection shall be effected subject to the following

conditions:
(1) The connections provided shall be for domestic use only.
(2) The consumer shall not resell the power supplied to the occupants
inside or outside the premises to which HT connection is
provided.
(3) If the apartment /flat/ room is rented out or made use of for any
other purpose, he shall take individual LT connection at his cost.
Appropriate LT tariff shall apply in such cases, based on the
purpose of electricity usage. The consumer shall maintain the
transformer and allied equipment at his cost in such cases.
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HT- VI ELECTRIC VEHICLES CHARGING STATIONS
Tariff applicable to charging stations of electric vehicles including that of water
metro availing electricity at high tension.
w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2025 w.e.f 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2027
Non Solar Non Solar
Particulars Solar hours hours Solar hours hours
Ruling Ruling
from 9 AM (remaining from 9 AM (remaining
tariff tariff
to 4 PM hours of to 4 PM hours of
the day) the day)
Demand
charge (Rs/ Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil Nil
kVA/ month)
Energy Charge
6.90 4.80 9.00 7.00 5.00 9.20
(Rs per unit)
Note: Till 31.03.2025, Solar hours may be treated as per existing time Zone- 1, and
time Zone- 2 and time Zone- 3 together may be treated as Non – Solar hours.
KSEBL shall re-set the time zone of the meters to ‘solar hours and non-solar
hours’ latest by 31.03.2025.
HIGH TENSION- VII TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS (HT-VII)
Tariff applicable for availing temporary connections at HT for the purposes such as
illumination, exhibition, festivals, public meetings, fairs etc.
HT VII- TEMPORARY CONNECTIONS

Energy charge Rs 11.00 per unit
OR
Daily minimum Rs/kW or part thereof of
Rs 90.00/kW
connected load whichever is higher
Note: Auditoriums, marriage halls, conventions centers etc who have limited use of
electricity during a month and year’, have the option to avail the LT-II
Temporary tariff. In case additional loads other than that provided in the
service connection agreement is proposed to be connected to the grid while
availing temporary tariff, granting connection for such additional load to the
grid shall be subject to technical feasibility. If temporary tariff is availed, such
charge/ demand charge including daily minimum charges.
HIGH TENSION –VIII -SEASONAL CONSUMERS (HT – VIII)

1. HT consumers with seasonal load shall register themselves with the
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or other licensees as seasonal
consumers for the purpose for which electricity is used. They shall be billed
under appropriate tariff applicable to the category to which they belong, for
the period of use.
2. For registration as a seasonal consumer, the consumer should have a
minimum of four working months per annum or he should guarantee a
minimum equivalent thereto for the working season.
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3. If a consumer registered with the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or
other licensees as a seasonal consumer, specifies the use of electricity for
different purposes during different seasons and also specifies the period of
usage for each such purpose, then the consumer shall billed under
appropriate tariff for each purpose during different seasons separately.
4. If a registered seasonal consumer using electricity for different purposes
without specifying the purposes and the period of usage, then the consumer
shall be charged at the highest tariff applicable amongst the different uses,
for the various operations for the whole year.
5. The conditions for lighting for seasonal industrial consumers shall be the
same as applicable in the case of HT-I.
6. If a registered seasonal consumer opts for disconnection of supply during the
period other than the period of usage (specified seasonal usage), then he
shall pay higher demand charges during the working season as below:
(a) Demand charges shall be increased by 5(12-N) % where ‘N’ is the
number of months during which the consumer registers himself with the
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited or other licensees to utilize the
service in the year.
(b) There will be no billing for the idling period.
(c) The service to the consumer will be disconnected without notice
immediately on termination of the registered period unless the consumer
asks for continuance of the service during the idle period for which also
he will be charged at the same seasonal rate applicable for the original
period.
(d) Monthly minimum charge equivalent to demand charges for 75% of the
contract demand increased as per (a) above shall be collected from the
consumer in each working month.
(e) The reconnection fee shall be as specified in the Kerala Electricity Supply
Code, 2014 and its amendments from time to time.
EXTRA HIGH TENSION (EHT) TARIFF
This tariff shall be applicable to all Extra High Tension consumers. The expression
Extra High Tension (EHT) consumer means a consumer who is supplied with
electrical energy at a voltage exceeding 33000 Volts under normal conditions
subject however to, the variation indicated in the agreement with the Kerala State
Electricity Board Limited or other licensees or allowed under the Kerala Electricity
Supply Code, 2014.
EXTRA HIGH TENSION (EHT) INDUSTRIAL
EHT Industrial (66 kV)
Tariff applicable to general purpose industrial load at 66 KV.
EHT INDUSTRIAL (66 KV)
w.e.f 05.12.2024 w.e.f 01.04.2025
Particulars to 31.03.2025 to 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
410 420
150
Tariff applicable to general purpose industrial load at 110 kV.

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
410 420
Tariff applicable to general purpose industrial load at 220 KV.

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
390 400
EHT COMMERCIAL (66 kV, 110 kV, 220kV)
Tariff applicable to commercial institutions availing power at EHT.
EHT Commercial (66 kV, 110 kV, 220kV)

w.e.f 05.12.2024
Particulars
to 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
480
(b) Energy Charge
(Rs/kWh) (non telescopic)
(i) Upto 60,000 units 6.30
(ii) Above 60,000 units 7.30
Extra High Tension –General A (EHT-General-A) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
This tariff is applicable to the consumers enumerated under LT-VI(A)
category, availing supply at EHT level.
EHT-General A (66kV, 110kV, 220kV)

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
410 420
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Extra High Tension –General – B (EHT-General-B ) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
The tariff under this category is applicable to Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO) and Government Research Institutions.
EHT -General –B (66 kV, 110 kV, 220kV)
w.e.f w.e.f
31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
460 460
(non telescopic)
(i)Upto 60,000 units 6.05 6.10
(ii) Above 60,000 units 7.05 7.10
Extra High Tension –General – C (EHT-General-C ) (66 kV, 110kV, 220 kV)
The tariff under this category is applicable to utility services such as Airports,
Self financing educational institutions and any other EHT consumers not included
elsewhere.
EHT -General –C (66 kV, 110 kV, 220kV)
w.e.f
w.e.f 05.12.2024
01.04.2025 to
to 31.03.2025
Particulars 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
460 470
(non telescopic)
(i) Of and below 60,000 units 6.45 6.45
(ii) Above 60,000 units 7.45 7.45
Railway Traction (110 kV)
Tariff applicable to Railway Traction in the State of Kerala.
Railway Traction (110 kV)

w.e.f 05.12.2024 w.e.f 01.04.2025
(a) Demand Charges
380 390
Defence installations excluding defence housing colonies

Tariff applicable to defence installations excluding defence housing colonies
Defence Installations (110 kV)

w.e.f 05.12.2024 w.e.f 01.04.2025
(b) Demand Charges
380 390
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Kochi Metro Rail Corporations
Tariff applicable to traction for KMRL
KMRL (110 kV)

w.e.f w.e.f
05.12.2024 to 01.04.2025 to
Particulars 31.03.2025 31.03.2027
(a) Demand Charges
310 320
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PART-C BULK SUPPLY TARIFF APPLICABLE TO SMALL LICENSEES AND
BULK CONSUMERS
1. The tariff mentioned in this schedule shall apply to the Licensees who avail
energy through High Tension or Extra High Tension systems at their terminal
notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any agreement earlier
entered into with any Licensee by Kerala State Electricity Board/Government
or any of the Tariff Regulations and/or rules and/or orders previously issued.
2. The rates specified in this schedule are exclusive of Electricity Duty and/or
surcharge, other cesses, taxes, minimum fees, duties and other impositions
existing or that may be levied in future by the Government or the Commission
which are payable in addition to the charges as per the tariff mentioned in this
Schedule.
3. The tariff applicable will be two part tariff as under:--
Demand Charges Demand Charges

Energy Energy
(Rs/kVA of Billing (Rs/kVA of Billing
Charges (Rs Charges (Rs
Demand per Demand per
Name of Licensees per unit) per unit)
month) month)
w.e.f 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2025 w.e.f 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2027

KINESCO POWER & UTILITIES (P)
415 6.40 425 6.50
LIMITED
COCHIN SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONE
415 6.40 425 6.50
AUTHORITY
RUBBER PARK INDIA (P) LIMITED 415 5.75 425 5.85
TECHNOPARK 415 6.25 425 6.35
COCHIN PORT TRUST 415 6.50 425 6.60
THRISSUR CORPORATION
415 6.75 425 6.85
ELECTRICITY DEPARTMENT
KANNAN DEVAN HILLS PLANTATIONS
415 5.50 425 5.60
PRIVATE LIMITED
INFOPARK 400 5.90 400 5.90
SMART CITY 400 5.90 400 5.90
KARNATAKA ELECRICITY
425 6.35 435 6.45
DEPARTMENT
Note: Billing Demand shall be the recorded Maximum Demand for the month in kVA
or 75% of Contract Demand whichever is higher.
Special Conditions
1. The installations and maintenance of meters shall be strictly in accordance
with the provisions of the Central Electricity Authority (Installation and
Operation of Meters) Regulations, 2006.
2. For billing purpose each point of supply shall be treated as a separate
consumer.
3. ToD tariff shall be applicable to HT, EHT and LT consumers of the respective
licensees as per the terms and conditions mentioned in the respective
schedule.
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PART-D OTHER CHARGES
Summary of other charges applicable with effect from 05.12.2024 to 31.03.2027
1. The transmission charges;

(a) For STOA and open access by embedded consumers from RE
sources within the State- Rs 0.49/unit.
(b) For LTA and MTOA – Rs 10925/MW/day.
2. The wheeling charges - Rs 0.64/unit.

3. SLDC Charges - Rs 104/MW/day
4. The cross subsidy surcharge.
Category Cross Subsidy surcharge (Rs/ unit)

EHT- Industrial (66 kV) 1.41
EHT-Industrial (110 kV) 1.34
EHT- Industrial (220 kV) 1.36
EHT- Gen A 1.36
EHT- Gen B 1.89
EHT- Gen C 2.08
Railways 1.40
Defence installations 1.32
KMRL 1.40
HT-1(A) Industry 1.58
HT-I(B) Industry 1.71
HT-II(A) 1.65
HT-II (B) 1.92
HT-III(A) 1.25
HT-III(B) 0.53
HT- IV (A) 2.08
HT- IV (B) 2.17
HT-V 1.68
HT-VI 1.38
5. Meter rent to be levied from the consumers
Meter rent
Sl
Description approved
No
(Rs/meter/month)
Single phase static energy meters with LCD and ToD facility
1 6
and with ISI certification
Three phase static meters with LCD and ToD facility with ISI
2 15
certification
LT CT operated three phase four wire static energy meters
3 (Class 0.5 accuracy) with LCD and ToD facility and ISI 30
certification
3 phase AC static tri-vector energy meters with ABT, ToD
4 facility and compliant to Device Language Message 1000
Specification (DLMS)protocol
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6. Meter rent for Renewable Energy meter
Meter rent for RE

Sl.No. Item meters approved
(Rs/meter/month)
Renewable Energy meter - Single
1 phase 2 wire 5-30-A,static LCD meters 10
with TOD facility
Renewable Energy meter - Three
2 phase 10-60A static LCD meters with 20
TOD facility
Renewable Energy meter - LTCT Meter
3 25
DLMS Class 0.5 S -/5A
Renewable Energy meter - 3 Phase 4
Wire, CT/PT Operated, HT, Static
4 200
Energy Meters of Class 0.2S Accuracy
+ GPRS Modem
Renewable Energy Meter - 3 Phase 4
Wire, CT/PT Operated, EHT, Static
5 200
Energy Meters of Class 0.2S Accuracy+
GPRS Modem
Net Meter - single phase 5-30A class
6 30
1.0
Net Meter - Three phase 10-60A class
7 35
1.0
8 Net Meter- LTCT meter, class 0.5S,-/5A 70
Net meter- CTPT operated HT meter
9 435
Class 0.2S
7. Green tariff. – Rs 0.77/unit over and above the normal tariff.

The consumers voluntarily opt for the purchase of RE power from distribution
licensees shall pay green tariff over and above the normal demand
charge/fixed charge and energy charge of the respective tariff category in
which the consumer belongs to.
8. The transmission charges, wheeling charges, SLDC Charges, cross subsidy

surcharge, green tariff and meter rent approved in this order shall be
applicable to KSEB Ltd and other licensees in the State.
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Annexure- A
ToD Tariff applicable to EHT, HT (except HT-V domestic) Consumers
The ToD tariff applicable to EHT, HT (except HT-V domestic) for energy
consumption is given below:
Rates
Normal period Peak period Off peak
(6:00 hrs to (18:00 hrs to (22:00 hrs to
Particulars 18:00 hrs) 22:00 Hrs) 6:00 hrs)
Energy Charges 100% 150% 75%
Billing of the demand charges:

Monthly Demand Charge shall be:
Billing Demand during the month x Demand Charge per kVA
Billing of Energy charges:

The billing of the energy charge for HT&EHT consumers shall be done as follows
a) Normal time: Consumption during normal time x energy rate / unit.

b) Peak time: Consumption during peak time x energy rate / unit x 1.50
c) Off-peak time: Consumption during off-peak time x energy rate/unit x 0.75
Total energy charge during a month = (a) + (b) + (c)
Other conditions:
• Demand/energy charges shall be the demand/energy charges for normal
period as per the tariff approved in this Schedule.
• Demand charges during a particular month shall be assessed based on the
recorded maximum demand during that month or 75% of the contract demand
whichever is higher.
• Excess demand charges: Additional demand charges shall be levied if the
recorded maximum demand exceeds the contract demand during normal
period and peak period, which shall be charged at 50% extra for the excess
over the contract demand (ie., additional demand during normal/peak period
x ruling demand charges x 0.5). Additional demand charges during off-peak
period shall be levied only if the recorded maximum demand during off peak
period is in excess of 130% of the contract demand.
• For the consumption of electricity during normal period ie 6.00 hours to 18.00
hours the demand/energy charges shall be at the notified rates applicable to
the consumer category.
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Annexure - B
ToD Tariff applicable to LT industrial consumers
The ToD tariff applicable to LT industrial consumers for energy consumption

is given below:
Rates
Normal period Peak period Off peak
(6:00 hrs to (18:00 hrs to (22:00 hrs to
Particulars 18:00 hrs) 22:00 Hrs) 6:00 hrs)
Energy Charges 90% 150% 100%
Billing of the demand charges:

Monthly Demand Charge shall be:
Billing Demand during the month x Demand Charge per kVA
Billing of Energy charges:

The billing of the energy charge shall be done as follows
a) Normal time: Consumption during normal time x energy rate / unit x0.90
b) Peak time: Consumption during peak time x energy rate / unit x 1.50
c) Off-peak time: Consumption during off-peak time x energy rate/unit
Total energy charge during a month = (a) + (b) + (c)
Other conditions:
• Demand/energy charges shall be the demand/energy charges for normal
period as per the tariff approved in this Schedule.
• Demand charges during a particular month shall be assessed based on the
recorded maximum demand during that month or 75% of the contract demand
whichever is higher.
• Excess demand charges: Additional demand charges shall be levied if the
recorded maximum demand exceeds the contract demand during normal
period and peak period, which shall be charged at 50% extra for the excess
over the contract demand (ie., additional demand during normal/peak period
x ruling demand charges x 0.5). Additional demand charges during off-peak
period shall be levied only if the recorded maximum demand during off peak
period is in excess of 130% of the contract demand.
• For the consumption of electricity during normal period ie 6.00 hours to 18.00
hours the demand/energy charges shall be at the notified rates applicable to
the consumer category.
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Annexure - C
Power factor incentive / disincentive
The following incentive and disincentive shall be applicable to LT industrial
PF range (lag and lead) Incentive/ Penalty

Incentive
0.50% of the Energy Charge for each
Above 0.95 and upto 1.00 0.01 unit increase in power factor from
0.95
Penalty
0.50% of the energy charges for every
0.90 and upto 0.95
0.01 fall in PF below 0.95 and upto 0.90
1% of the energy charge for every 0.01
below 0.90
fall in PF from 0.90
Note:- No penalty and incentive for consumers with leading power factor.
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Annexure- D
Recommended values of Static capacitor in KVAR for power factor
improvements
A. Induction Motors (LT)
KVAR
KVAR rating rating of
Sl.No.
Total Motor Rating of capacitors Total Motor Rating capacitors
(HP) insisted Sl.No. (HP) insisted
1 Upto 3 1 8 Above 25 up to 30 10
2 Above 3 up to 5 2 9 Above 30 up to 40 12
3 Above 5 up to 7.5 3 10 Above 40 up to 50 14
4 Above 7.5 up to 10 4 11 Above 50 up to 60 18
7 Above 20 up to 25 7.5 14 Above100 up to 130 35
B. WELDING TRANSFORMERS (LT)
Rating of
Sl. KVAR rating KVAR rating of
welding Rating of welding
No of capacitors Sl.No. capacitors
transformers transformers in KVA
. insisted insisted
in KVA
1 1 1 16 16 12
2 2 2 17 17 13
3 3 2 18 18 13
4 4 3 19 19 14
5 5 4 20 20 15
6 6 4 21 Above 20 up to 22 16
7 7 5 22 Above 22 up to 24 17.5
8 8 6 23 Above 24 up to 26 18
9 9 7.5 24 Above 26 up to 28 20
10 10 7.5 25 Above 28 up to 30 21
11 11 8 26 Above 30 up to 35 24
12 12 9 27 Above 35 up to 40 27.5
13 13 10 28 Above 40 up to 45 32.5
14 14 10 29 Above 45 up to 50 35
15 15 11
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Annexure - E
ToD Tariff for Domestic Consumers
(Applicable to HT-V Domestic and LT consumers with monthly
consumption above 250 units)
Normal Period Peak Period Off Peak Period
Particulars (6 hrs to 18 hrs) (18 hrs to 22 hrs) (22hrs to 06 hrs)
90% of the ruling 125% of the ruling 100% of the
Energy charge tariff tariff ruling tariff
Note
1. In the case of LT- domestic category;
(a) Six months consumption shall be monitored from normal bi-monthly

readings during January / February and July / August every year. If the
average monthly consumption for first or second half of the year is above
250 Units, the consumer will be brought under ToD system after installing
ToD meter in the premises.
(b) ToD based billing will be done whenever the monthly consumption
exceeds 250 Units. If the consumption falls below 250 Units/month in any
month, slab based billing shall be followed.
(c) The ruling tariff for LT- domestic is the energy charge approved for the
monthly consumption above 250 units.
2. In the case of HT-V domestic, the ruling energy charge is the energy charge
approved for HT-V domestic category.
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Annexure – F
Billing Procedures under ToD tariff system for HT & EHT consumers.
1. Demand Charges (DC)

(i) The recorded maximum demand during normal time zone (T1) from
06.00 hrs to 18.00 hrs = RMD1
(ii) The recorded maximum demand during peak time (T2) from
18.00 hrs to 22.00 hrs = RMD2
(iii) The recorded maximum demand during off - peak time (T3) from
22.00 hrs to 06.00 hrs = RMD3
(iv) Recorded Maximum demand during a billing period,
RMD= RMD1, RMD2 or RMD3 whichever is higher.
(v) The Contract Demand (kVA) = CD
(vi) The Ruling Demand Charge (Rs/kVA) = D
(vii) Billing Demand, BMD = RMD or 75% of the CD whichever is higher.
(viii) Demand Charge, DC = BMD x D
(ix) Excess Demand for LT, HT& EHT consumers in each time zone shall
be
(a) in Time Zone (T1), ED1 = (RMD1-CD)
(b) in Time Zone (T2), ED2 = (RMD2-CD)
(c) in Time Zone (T3), ED3 ={RMD3-(1.30x CD)}
(x) Excess Demand Charge (ED) = Excess demand ED1, ED2 or ED3
whichever is higher x 0.50 X D
(x) Total Demand Charge (TDC) = DC + ED
2. Energy Charges (EC)

(i) The energy consumption in Time Zone (T1) = X1
(ii) The energy consumption in Time Zone (T2) = X2
(iii) The energy consumption in Time Zone (T3) = X3
(iv) The Ruling Energy Charge(Rs/unit) =E
(v) Energy Charges in each time zone shall be :
(a) in Time Zone (T1), Ec1 = X1 x E
(b) in Time Zone (T2), Ec2 = X2 x E x 1.5
(c) in Time Zone (T3), Ec3 = X3 x E x 0.75
(vi) Total Energy Charge (EC) = Ec1+Ec2+Ec3
3 Total Monthly Charges = TDC + EC
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Annexure – G
OPTIONAL DEMAND BASED TARIFF
Eligibility : All categories of consumers other than those billed

under ToD Tariff with connected load above 20kW.
Billing demand : Recorded maximum demand or 75% of the contract
demand whichever is higher
Demand charges: Based on Rs./kVA of billing demand as per tariff
mentioned in the table below.
Demand Charge
Energy Charges
Rs./kVA of billing demand per month
Existing energy charges of
280 respective categories shall apply
Other conditions
(1) Consumers who opt for maximum demand based tariff may, at their option, install
ToD compliant meters at their cost. Meters may also be installed at the cost of
KSEB Ltd. If the consumers provide meters, it has to be got tested at the
laboratory of KSEB Ltd or of the Electrical Inspectorate. It will be the
responsibility of KSEB Ltd or other licensees as the case may be to ensure the
accuracy of the meters after proper testing.
(2) For those who opt for maximum demand based tariff, the contract demand shall
be treated as connected load.
(3) The consumers who opt for maximum demand based tariff shall declare the
contract demand in kVA by executing a supplementary agreement showing the
contract demand and details of connected load in their premises.
(4) The consumers who opt for the new system may be allowed to revise upwards or
downwards the declared contract demand within six months from the date of
option without any conditions or charges. After this, the usual terms and
conditions shall be applicable for changing contract demand.
(5) The Billing demand shall be the recorded maximum demand or 75% of the
contract demand whichever is higher. In case the billing demand exceeds the
contract demand during normal or peak hours or 130% of the contract demand
during night off peak hours, the demand charges for the excess demand shall be
charged 50% extra.
(6) When the consumption of domestic consumers exceeds 250 units in a month, the
energy charges will be arrived in accordance with Annexure E of this Order
(7) The above scheme (optional demand based tariff) shall be effective till ToD tariff
is made compulsory.
By order of the Commission
Sd/-
C.R.Satheesh Chandran
Secretary
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ANNEXURE-I.
COMMENTS OF THE STAKEHOLDERS
Summary of the comments of the stakeholders during the public hearing held
at Kozhikode on 03.09.2024
The main issues, concerns and suggestions made by stakeholders are

summarised below.
1. Shri. Shoukathali Eravath, Aam Aadhmi Party
(i) KSEBL should adopt price hike as last resort. The financial crisis of
KSEBL is due to the high salary and allowances to its employees.
KSEBL shall appoint competent professionals and right people at right
positions.
(ii) Large investment in smart meters and communication devices turned
ineffective due to incompetence of the officers concerned.
(iii) Multiyear tariff plan (2022- 2027) proposed for five years, but KSEB is
still requesting yearly price hikes. A 10% hike in summer tariff is
deemed unnecessary, especially when demand and sales are high.
(iv) Time of day (TOD) tariff shall be based on dynamic peak load
requirements, but the fixed peak hours proposed by KSEBL is flawed.
(v) Bimonthly billing is inefficient and should be replaced with monthly
billing. The adoption of smart meters could reduce the need for manual
bill printing and improve system efficiency.
(vi) KSEBL IB’s at project areas should be opened to tourists, and thus
could earn additional income.
(vii) Most of the power plants including the diesel plants at Nallalam,
Brahmapuram were built without proper feasibility studies and are now
shut down. Employees at these shutdown plants are still receiving
salaries. KSEBL should use these plants for other purposes for income
generation.
(viii) Consumers having faulty meters are being billed based on the average
of their last three billing cycles, which is unreasonable. No stock for
replacing faulty meters is due to poor forecasting, purchasing, and
budgeting.
(ix) KSEBL needs to adopt more efficient procurement, forecasting, and
budgeting processes. A more balanced and transparent approach to
handling these issues will benefit both KSEB and consumers, creating
a win-win situation.
(x) KSEB has not established prepaid meters. Meter bills are still manually
printed by KSEB officers after visiting individual consumers' premises
and checking manual meters. Automation through smart meters could
simplify processes, such as enabling consumers to take prepaid
connections for one week.
(xi) Insulated aerial bundled (cross-limited polythene) LT cables, which can
resolve transmission loss, are promoted but not yet implemented for
new consumer connections. New connections are still provided with
outdated cables due to vested interests.
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(xii) BPL consumers receive 80 units of free power, cancer patients and
differently-abled individuals get 100 units free for two months, and
endosulfan-affected consumers also get 100 units free. Despite
records showing 12 to 19 lakh BPL consumers, only 20,000 of them
are only receiving these benefits because KSEB lacks accurate data
on BPL consumers. KSEB can resolve this by partnering with the Food
Safety Department, which maintains BPL data. Once free power limits
are exceeded, consumers must pay the full amount based on normal
tariff, unlike other states where only the excess units are charged at
normal rates. The power limit for these categories should be expanded,
like other states' policies.
(xiii) KSEB has land, property, and workforces that could be used for
advertising, generating additional revenue. Despite this, KSEB relies
solely on price hikes to meet revenue demands. Dams and reservoirs,
potential tourism assets, are not promoted as sources of income.
(xiv) The public hearing regarding the Tariff petition is undemocratic and
lacks proper communication. The 111 page petition is difficult for the
public to understand, especially since it involves technical details.
KSEB should provide information in Malayalam and make efforts to
ensure better public understanding, referencing the Supreme Court
verdict on public participation in such matters.
(xv) Inappropriate employment practices within KSEB lead to inefficiencies
and risks for both the system and consumers. Employees should at
least have ITI qualifications to handle technical work, but promotions
are often based on seniority rather than qualifications.
Commission noted the suggestions. The views are mostly relevant while
determining the ARR & ERC of KSEB Ltd and can be examined accordingly.
This proceedings is related to filling the revenue gap already approved vide
order dated 25-06-2022 in OP 11/2022 wherein the ARR & ERC of KSEB for the
period 2022-23 to 2026-27 was approved. The views of the Commission on
issues relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
2. Sri. Muhammed Ibrahim K, Konnola Malappuram.

KSEBL should improve the management areas and reduce the unwanted
expenses. Increase in salary without the prior permission of Government has
been resulting in huge liability to the company. KSEBL had been taking
energy from solar prosumers and given to consumers of higher tariff category
during day time. KSEBL contention that day time exporting by prosumers, and
importing in the peak causes 310 crores deficit to KSEBL is wrong.
KSEB Ltd has to recover all the pending arrears especially Rs.2540 crores
from 750 HT Consumers. The tariff hike should be avoided by increasing the
efficiency.
Commission noted the suggestions and views of the Commission on issues

relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
3. Sri. Aboobacker K P, Masmana Mahal, Kanjiyil, Trikaripur Kasaragod
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KSEBL can collect only the energy charge and duty from the consumers. But
without proper authority, KSEBL is collecting fixed charge, fuel charge, auto
recovery, round off etc. Also they are collecting meter rent for which the price
of meter is already paid while availing the service connection. GST is also
being collecting on Meter rent.
Further, KSEB is holding deposit and based on the increase in consumption,

the licensee also increasing the security deposit.
Commission noted the suggestions and views of the Commission on issues

4. Sri. K. M. Mansoor Ahammed, Secretary, Sowhrida Nagar Residence

Association, Thiruvannoor.
KSEBL has proposed to increase the tariff instead of taking steps to
increase the income. KSEB Ltd has to recover all the pending arrears from
Government Organizations and private companies. KSEB Ltd should
implement new projects for power generation. He requested before the
Commission not to consider tariff hike.
Commission noted the suggestions and views of the Commission on

5. Sri. Vijayan K, State Vice President, KSEB Pensioner’s Koottayma.
The PPA with the Kayamkulam Thermal Power Plant will be expired in 2025.
The agreement for the Maniyar Hydroelectric Project is also nearing its end,
and KSEBL should take steps to takeover the project from the private
developers.
The proposal to introduce Time of Day (TOD) system in the interim would
impose an additional burden.
The total storage in the KSEBL reservoirs as on 31st May 2024 was more than
1200 MU instead of the minimum requirement of 440 MU. This wasteful
excess storage has resulted in additional power purchase cost by more than
Rs 500 crore.
The renewable energy generation is currently only at 4%, and KSEB should
take necessary steps to increase this share by providing incentives to solar
prosumers.
Subsidy should be provided to consumers only on financial basis and should

be issued through bank only.
Commission noted the suggestions. The views of the Commission on issues

relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. The
suggestions also forwarded to KSEBL for considerations.
6. Sri. Ubaid E M, Erath Meethal, Thikkodi, Kozhikode.
Government Offices should pay the electricity bills properly. For agricultural
connections 6 months rainy season bill should be collected from consumer
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itself. Tariff should be rationalized. Duty, fuel charge, Fixed charge, meter
rent, auto recovery, round off, surcharge should be avoided.
Salary should be fixed by the Commission. Electricity requirement of the State

may be made available from thermal plants or uranium plants.
Commission noted the suggestions and the views of the Commission on

issues relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order
7. Sri. K. Devadasan, Kadukay, Kunnathara.
Sri. Devadasan suggested that, in the case of LT-IV (A) Industries, the fixed
charge/consumer per month may be allowed for connected load upto 20kW
instead of the present limit of 10kW.
Commission noted the suggestions.
8. Sri Balakrishnan K P, Chandrima, Kozhikode

KSEBL is not implementing modernization measures in the electricity sector.
Despite directions and aid from the Central Government, KSEBL has not
adopted smart meters in Kerala. Although the Accountant General has issued
warnings about failure of KSEBL maintain financial discipline, the licensee
ignore the same. Salary hikes at KSEBL had implemented without
government approval. In other states, the electricity upto 300 units is supplied
at free of cost. Other States are providing up to 300 units of free electricity,
and KSEBL should take necessary measures to offer similar benefits.
Commission noted the suggestions and views of the Commission on

9. Sri. Kunhiraman Thacharkandy, Kozhikode.

The consumer submitted that, they are patients and struggling to pay the
electricity charges at the present rates. Hence requested that, any further hike
may not be approved by the Commission.
10. Sri. M. K Skariyachan:

In Kerala, the consumers are paying high prices for electricity despite the fact
the electricity is produced from the cheap hydro sources. The salaries and
pension in KSEBL is very high. It is recommended to restructure KSEB into
three or four regions and implement a public-private partnership model.
11. Sri. Vijeesh T. P:

Requested to provide clarification on Annual ACD demanded by KSEBL.
Commission noted the suggestions and views of the Commission are given
in Chapter-2 of this Order.
12. Sri. Gulam Hussain:
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Reconnection after payment of dues was effected only after 4 days, which
caused financial loss and difficulties. Requested to take action against the
responsible officials.
Commission noted the suggestions and grievance forwarded to KSEB
Ltd.
13. Sri. P K Sasidharan, Vice President, Residents Apex Council of
Kozhikode:
The proposed tariff hike should be avoided. KSEB must enhance its service
efficiency without burdening the public. Electricity dues, including those from
government offices, should be recovered promptly. Tariff hikes is not the
solution to balance the losses of distribution licensees; instead, the
government should subsidise KSEB to maintain financial stability.
14. OIOP Movement: Strongly opposes both the proposed summer tariff hike and
the general tariff increase.
15. Sri. Najiya K:

A small-scale industrialist who has already paid the estimated amount to
KSEB for electricity connection, installation of transformers, and machinery.
Due to traffic and logistical challenges, it is necessary to relocate the industry
to nearby convenient location, which require disconnection from the previous
site and obtaining a new connection at the new location. Repeating the same
establishment procedures and incurring additional costs is unaffordable.
Hence, requested that a simplified, cost-effective solution be considered to
alleviate the burden on small-scale industries during such transitions..
16. Sri. K.P Shaduli:

Fixed charges of the small scale industries are very high. Requested to
reduce the fixed charges based on actual usage or to exempt small
enterprises entirely from these charges. Additionally, businesses with multiple
LT IV connections for the same occupation should be exempt from fixed
charges.
Commission noted the suggestions. Views of the Commission on

important issues are given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
17. Sri. Abdul Jabbar. C J , Abdul Majeed P. P:

Avoid fixed charge and recovery fuel surcharge etc. Proposal Summer tariff
should be rejected.
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18. Smt. Ruksana: Avoid Meter rent in electricity bill.
19. Consumers Federation of Kerala(CFK) State Committee, Alappuzha:
Collection of meter rent and GST on it should be reconsidered. KSEBL has
been disconnecting the supply immediately after the due date, despite KSEB
holding security deposits from consumers. KSEBL should issue separate
disconnection notice to the consumers prior to the actual disconnection.
KSEBL is not collecting pending bills from large consumers, thereby creating
financial liabilities amounting to lakhs.
It is also suggested that landlines in section offices be replaced with more

efficient systems, such as IVRS, to register complaints regarding supply
interruptions or other hazards.
20. Sri.R S Ramalingam:
Requested to not to approve the tariff hike. Also requested that, pensioners
aged 80 and above may be exempted from further power hike.
21. Kerala State Independent E-Ricksha Drivers Union:

Despite the rapid increase in the number of EV’s, the number of charging
stations remains unchanged. More EV charging stations are required in the
town area. Requested to provide a separate connection with subsidy at home
for EV charging. Further submitted that there should not be any tariff increase
and the petition filed by KSEB Ltd should be rejected.
22. The Malabar Produce Merchants’ Association.

Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff hike. Requested to remove
the fixed charges for small industries with load up to 25 kW.
23. Sri. Muhammed Basheer (Silver Produce Orijin)

Rquested to publish tariff proposals and Orders of the Commission in
Malayalam also. The tariff orders may be made available online to all
consumers, with hard copies provided to those who need them. The proposal
to reduce tariff categories was also recommended. In accordance with Supply
Code Regulation 11(3), which permits a maximum demand of 150 kVA for
consumers in notified industrial areas, a similar concession was requested for
rural areas.
24. Kerala Textiles and Garments Dealers Welfare Association

Frequent revision of tariff has affected business viability and many are on the
threat of closure. Cost of electricity is already high, when compared to
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neighbouring states. Requested to not to approve tariff hike. Also requested
that, textile dealers may be allowed under MSME tariff so that members get
a small relief.
25. Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice, Flour & Oil Millers Association
(KESFOMA)
Requested to not to approve the tariff hike. Many states are giving free units
of electricity to small scale industries. Requested to exempt small scale flour
mills up to 20kW, from monthly fixed charge.
26. Kerala Tyre Retreaders Association (KTRA).

The tariff during solar hours is proposed to be 90% of the normal tariff, and it
was requested to reduce this to 75% of the normal tariff. For small industries,
a 15 paise increase per year is proposed, while for heavy industries, the
increase is 10 paise per year. Similarly, in the case of fixed charges, an
increase of Rs. 20 per year is proposed for small industries, and Rs. 10 per
year for heavy industries. A request was made to reduce these increases as
well.
Furthermore, it is requested that the low voltage surcharge be applied only to

units exceeding 100 kVA, rather than the entire demand. According to the
Fifth Amendment to the Kerala Electricity Supply Code, 2014, motors with a
capacity above 50 HP or machinery exceeding 200 kW should not be
connected in LT, which poses difficulties for small-scale industries. It was
requested that this clause be removed.
27. Sri. Devadasan A.

Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff hike modification in ToD
billing proposed by KSEBL. Solar rooftop projects are generating huge profit
for KSEB, but it is not properly shared to the consumers. It was also submitted
that installing ToD meters at a cost of 20 crores by 2025 is an unnecessary
expenditure as KSEBL already called tenders for installing smart meters.
28. Tyre Works Association.

Requested to reduce electricity charges for tyre retreading industry.
29. Sri. Hamza T V.

Requested that, monthly billing should be implemented. Take steps to reduce
the unsanctioned salary and benefits of KSEB officials.
30. Sri. Abdul Rasheed, Thirur, Malappuram

Requested to not to approve the tariff hike proposed by KSEL.
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31. Sri. Ameerudheen , Malappuram , Sri. Kabeer, Kozhikode
Requested for an increase in the number of EV charging stations to enhance
accessibility and support the growing demand for electric vehicle charging.
32. Sri.C.P. Rasheed Poonoor, Secretary, Pourasamithy, Estatemukku,
Poonoor.
The fixed charge and additional fees from KSEB result in excessively high
bills. Requested to not to approve the tariff hike proposed by KSEBL.
33. Sri. Renjith, Kozhikode. Requested to not to approve the tariff hike
proposed by KSEBL.
34. Sri. M. P. Moideenkoya Block Member, Panthalayani Block

Panchayath.
Requested to eliminate the fuel surcharge and rounding off of bills. Also
requested that, electricity bills may be presented in a clear and readable
format. The services of the customer care may be made available 24 hours a
day.
35. Sri. Gokula Varma Raja K. Member of Domestic on Grid Solar
Prosumers Forum, Kerala.
Requested to change in the settlement period for solar banked units from April
to October every year, as was done previously. Also requested to eliminate
wheeling charge and Additional Security Deposit (ACD). Ensure timely
payments for banked units. Requested to reduce the unnecessary expenses,
and encourage solar projects.
36. Sri. M K Premanandan, Gen. Secretary, Kerala State Ice Manufacturers
Association, Kozhikode
KSEBL charges small industries Rs 8.24 per unit, which is above their cost.
Request a 10% reduction in daytime electricity rates due to higher
consumption. Requested that, the annual increase in electricity charges for
small businesses be capped at 5 paise. Also requested that, the low voltage
surcharge may be applied to the industries having consumption above 100
kVA.
37. Sri. Adv. Jayabhanu P, Gen. Secretary, Kerala State Pensioners Sangh,
State Committee Office TVM.
Requested to not to approve the tariff hike, as electricity tariff in the State is
very high compared to other States. Also requested to eliminate meter rent
and other charges.
38. Sri. Nithin das K , Led street Light Project, Kozhikode
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As of now, more than 64% of streetlight consumption in Kerala remains
unmetered. To promote metering, it was proposed to offer a temporary
discounted tariff of ₹1/unit for Local Self-Government Institutions (LSGIs) and
to waive ECSC charges. Additionally, the high costs for drawing street mains
and unfair labor charges need to be addressed.
39. Sri. Mathew Thomas, Secretary, the Kerala State Small Industries
Association, Kalpetta, Wayanad.
Requested to note to approve the tariff hike in Wayanad district, especially in
the industrial area.
40. Sri. Shamsudheen, Secretary, Malabar Nature Protection Fourm,
Kottaykal, Malappuram.
Requested to not to approve the tariff hike. Also requested to eliminate ACD,
fuel surcharge, meter rent, GST, and unnecessary charges on the bill. There
is no rationale behind the fixed charge.
41. Sri. M. M. Mujeeb Rehman State Gen.Secretary, All Kerala Wood Based
Industeries Federation, Sri. A. Salahudheen ,State Gen Secretary, All
Kerala Sawmill and Wood Industeries Owners Association.
The tariff of electricity in the State is significantly higher than in other states.
KSEBL has huge accumulated arrears of moe than Rs 2500.00 crore, but no
step is being taking for the collection of these arrears.
The small scale industries may be exempt from fixed charge. KSEBL should
avoid tariff hike, but should give focus on collecting outstanding dues while
purchasing power at lower rates from other states.
42. Sri. Sajeevan D Kerala Electrical Wireman and Supervisors Association,
Kannur.
There is mismatches in the figures in the petition filed by KSEBL. Requested
to not to approve the tariff hike. Commission may eliminate the caution
deposit from the bills.
43. Sri. Abdul Jaleel N C, Mankavu, Kozhikode.

Requested to implement monthly bills, avoid meter rent, reduce excess
charges for EV charging, and also reduce the employee strength.
44. Secretary, Bajaj Electric Auto Owners Association, Kozhikode.

Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff . Also requested to increase
number of EV charging stations.
45. Sri. Abduraheem CK , Pulpatta, Malappuram.
Requested that, the proposals for tariff hike may be published in Malayalam
also. Avoid the fuel surcharge and other expenses, and focus on recovering
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all dues from other companies. To improve the efficiency of KSEB, modern
technologies should be implemented.
46. Sri. Jacob Bose Paroppady, Marikunnu,Kozhikode.
Requested to not to approve tariff hike. The increase in electricity tariff would
disproportionately affect low and middle income families and hinder small
business groups. KSEB Ltd should provide proper justifications for the hike.
KSEBL should focus on improving efficiencies. Requested before the
Commission to reject the petition. Also suggested to explore the possibility for
installation of Solar PV along NH-66.
47. Sri. K. Narayanan Kozhikode, President, Kerala Janatha Party,
Kadumthuruthi, Kottayam.
Requested for change in the bi-monthly meter reading system to monthly
basis benefiting consumers. Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff
hike.
48. Sri. Abdul Azeez. V, Domestic Electricity Consumers Association
The petition submitted to before the Commission are contradictory and appear
fabricated. Despite producing 30% of Kerala's electricity at low cost, KSEBL
sells it at the highest price in India. The proposed tariff hike is to cover the
mismanagement and excessive salaries. Requested to reject the proposed
tariff increase and reduce the tariff by 30% from the existing rates.
49. Sri. Ashraf Ambadi
Sri. Ashraf Ambadi submitted the following before the Commiission.

(1) The present tariff structure fails to protect consumer interests and
hinders effective electricity distribution. Its complexity creates
challenges for both consumers and KSEB Ltd. The tariff system does
not adequately protect the rights of persons with disabilities, violating
the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. KSEBL is not
providing services like fee concessions, subsidies, and other benefits
mandated by the law.
(2) Meter Reading: KSEB is not fully utilizing available technology for
efficient meter reading.
(3) TOD Tariff Issues: Amendments are needed for the Time of Day
(TOD) tariff to benefit consumers better.
(4) The current tariff system discourages more consumers from opting for
high tension connections, which should be encouraged.
(5) The proposal to reduce low voltage surcharges and offer high voltage
rebates is not being implemented by KSEB.
(6) Temporary Connections: Allow temporary connections for operating
ACs in venues like auditoriums to reduce pollution.
(7) Domestic Tariff Classification: Domestic tariffs should be based on
geographical location (urban, rural) and apply only to permanent
residents.
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(8) Tariff Differences: Significant disparity exists between Kerala's tariff
rates and those in neighbouring states.
(9) Deficiencies in the Tariff Order. The present LT-VI (A) tariff
excludes specific Islamic religious educational institutions such as
Arabic Colleges, Da’wa Colleges, Islamic Academies, and Palli
Darassas. These institutions, which focus on religious education and
charitable activities without university recognition, are not listed on the
online application system or website. This omission amounts to
religious discrimination and requested that the tariff categories be
updated to explicitly include these Islamic institutions to ensure fairness
and clarity.
(10) Complexity in the tariff structure. Kerala’s electricity tariff structure is
overly complex, with several categories that could be merged
(11) Injustice towards the Poor. KSEB highlights that electricity charges
for the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category have not increased, but less
than 1% of eligible individuals in Kerala receive these benefits. KSEB
lacks accurate data on BPL individuals and the benefits apply only if
consumption is below 40 units per month with maximum connected
load allowed is 1000 watts.
(12) Meter Reading Potential: KSEB is not effectively utilizing existing
meter capabilities. With smart meters, real-time tracking and Time of
Use (TOU) billing could enhance efficiency, but currently, only 30% of
consumption is billed based on maximum demand basis. The majority
are billed on connected load, leading to discrepancies.
(13) Tariff Structure Issues: The tariff system is overly complicated,
leading to confusion and challenges for both consumers and KSEB.
(14) Time of Day (ToD) Billing and challenges for High Tension (HT)
Consumers: The tariff structure unfairly charges HT consumers more
compared to low tension and extra high tension consumers. A clear
distinction between fixed and energy charges is necessary to align
billing with principles of fairness.
(15) The optional demand tariff is preparing for a low-voltage
surcharge, but KSEB has not implemented the high-voltage rebate
required by Regulation 10 of the Kerala Electricity Supply Code 2014.
This rebate should benefit high-tension consumers with a contract
demand below 100 KVA, helping to offset their higher fixed charges.
(16) Connection for Auditoriums: Temporary connections for operating
ACs in auditoriums are currently provided using generators, requiring
customers to install lines, transformers, and meters at their expense.
The Supply Code Fifth Amendment proposed temporary connections
for events like circuses and exhibitions, but this was not included in the
final order. Implementing this would benefit both consumers and KSEB
while reducing environmental pollution. This should be added to the
tariff.
(17) Categorization of Domestic Tariff: The domestic tariff should
differentiate based on geographical position, as outlined in Section
62(3) of the Act. It should classify areas as 'urban' (corporation areas)
and 'rural' (panchayat areas) in Kerala.
(18) Tariff Comparison: Most tariffs in Kerala are lower than neighboring
states, except for the domestic tariff, which is higher. Fixed charges in
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Kerala are significantly higher than those in neighboring states, leading
to legal noncompliance and contradictions in KSEB's petition regarding
tariff proposals as stated in the Electricity Act 2003.
(19) Subsidy Recommendations: State governments can provide targeted
subsidies as per Section 65 of the Act. Using electricity duty for direct
subsidies is more effective than cross-subsidizing tariffs..
(20) Tariff Components: The Commission should encourage metering and
billing based on actual consumption. Smart meters enable remote
metering, billing, and demand-side management, which are essential
for balancing load generation.
(21) Smart Meter Mandates: Smart meters should be implemented for
consumers and Prosumers should also have two-way smart meters.
(22) Order dated 28/06/2024: The current petition is flawed due to incorrect
data regarding consumer consumption and discrepancies in ARR sales
figures. KSEB should not utilize outdated methods that waste
resources. The Commission should penalize those responsible for
submitting incorrect figures and deny the petition.
Commission noted the suggestions. The views of the Commission on

important isssues are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. The Commission
forwarded a copy of the suggestions to KSEB Ltd for considerations.
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II. Summary of the comments of the stakeholders during the public
hearing held at Palakkad on 04.09.2024
1. Kerala State Small Industries Association (KSSiA):
KSSIA submitted the following during the hearing;

(i) Tariff Disparity: Small industries are charged Rs.8.24/unit, higher than
HT and EHT rates. They request a 10% reduction during 6 AM to 6
PM.
(ii) Energy Charge: Requested to limit the increase in energy charge by to
5 paise/kWh, instead of the proposed 15 paise.
(iii) Demand Charge: Request to cap the yearly increase to Rs,5/kVA,
instead of Rs.20/kVA.
(iv) Low Voltage Surcharge: May be applied only for consumption above
100 kVA.
(v) Supply Code Amendment: Urge revision of restrictions on 50 HP motor
capacity and 200 kW load limit.
(vi) Voltage Quality: Request maintaining voltage fluctuations within CEA
limits.
Commission considered the suggestions and views of the Commission

on the important issues raised by the stakeholders is given in Chapter-2
of this Order.
2. Sri. Prasad Mathew : KSEBL Senior Forum, submitted the following during
the hearing;
(i) Tariff Revision Proposal: To ensure uninterrupted power supply while

protecting the interests of all consumer categories, it is essential for
KSEBL, a public sector entity, to maintain financial stability. Therefore,
KSEBL Senior Forum supported the tariff proposal to bridge the gap
between KSEBL’s revenue and expenses.
(ii) Continue Cross Subsidy: The petition indicates a move to reduce

subsidies for domestic, agricultural consumers, street lighting,
orphanages, Anganwadi, and old age homes. The Forum disagreed to
the approach. KSEBL should continue its policy of providing electricity
at affordable rates to all.
(iii) Tariff Revision for Financial Stability: The tariff revision is aimed at
ensuring KSEBL’s financial stability and securing a good rating for the
organisation in the national power sector rankings by the Ministry of
Power. It was stated that some criteria set by the Ministry favour
privatisation of the power sector. Since Kerala opposes privatisation, it
is inappropriate to cite these rankings as a reason for tariff revision.
The tariff revision should focus on ensuring KSEBL’s financial stability
and providing quality service to the public.
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of this Order.
3. Sri. Jayesh C, Jayesh Electricals Alternative Power Solutions
Sri. Jayesh, requested to implement an online system for feasibility studies,

application fees, and registration fees for setting up solar plants, as well as to
extend subsidies to solar hybrid inverters. The rollout of the smart meter
system for all consumers was recommended as a priority. Furthermore, it was
suggested to promote and implement additional hydropower projects, recover
electricity dues from institutions, and adopt measures to reduce additional
expenses without increasing the current electricity charges.
It was proposed that insurance coverage be provided to consumers within the

electricity charges. KSEBL has to ensure the delivery of high-quality
electricity, focus on protecting existing power projects, expedite stalled
projects, and set up new ones.

of this Order.
4. Sri. Muhammed Althaf , submitted the following comments;
(1) No Increase in Electricity Charges: Any hike in electricity charges

will severely impact small scale industries, which are already struggling
against large companies selling essential goods at lower costs.
(2) Fixed Charge Issues: fixed charges for MSME job work units
(seasonal) is based on connected load. These industries usually
operate only three to four months a year. This results in significant
financial losses, with unit charges ranging from Rs.10 to Rs.13. Create
a new tariff that combines fixed and unit charges for job work units.
(3) The total connected load is based on all motors present in a
facility. Job Work establishments do not operate all machines
simultaneously, making the current method ineffective.
(4) Current Penalty System: Previously, a penalty was imposed only if
the power factor fell below 0.9. This has now changed, and penalties
are now applied if the power factor drops below 0.95. This change
results in significant penalties every month, creating a financial burden
for small businesses. Request that the penalty threshold be reverted
to 0.9, as it was before.
(5) Issue of Power Interruptions: When machines like the rice milling
and drying machines operate, unexpected power outages can cause
equipment damage and destroy customer goods. Requested that
measures be implemented to notify small enterprises in advance about
power disconnections, regardless of the duration.
(6) Consumer Redressal Meetings: All types of consumers within the
KSEBL section should be invited to participate in consumer redressal
meetings. These meetings should be held every three months at the
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AEE level. It is essential to include job work mill operators in the
district level redressal meetings to address their specific concerns.

of this Order.
5. Elpower Transformers Pvt Ltd:

The facility for meter testing available at TMR of KSEBL is not adequate. The
non-standard testing method is believed to significantly contribute to KSEBL's
losses, as the metering equipment cannot provide accurate measurements.
6. Sri. S Murthy (Secretary, PATSPIN India Limited Employees’

Association), Sri. K. Suresh (General Secretary, CITU PATSPIN Textile Mill
Workers Union), Sri. M Anandan (General Secretary, Palakkad District
Textiles Mazdoor Sangham).
Requested to not to increase tariff for Kanjikode PatsPin India Ltd. Currently
the company is facing a severe financial crisis. Salaries for workers have not
increased in over three years. The economic crisis has led to the closure of
many textile mills, impacting employment and income. Five textile mills under
the National Textile Corporation in Kerala were closed during the pandemic
and remain shut down. Requested for exemption from the proposed increase in
electricity charges.
7. Sri. K Divakaran and Sunny Francis:

Electricity tariff in the State is very high compared to other States. The
participation of consumers and feedback in the hearings has been limited, as
only four out of fourteen districts were included, making the findings
insufficient for accurately gauging public opinion.
The cancellation of contracts for lower-rate electricity has adversely impacted

consumers. KSEBL's claims of reduced costs through hydropower are
misleading. While other states offer free or reduced electricity rates, KSEBL is
seeking to increase tariffs.
Reports indicate rising establishment expenses at KSEBL is the reason for

tariff hike. Frequent disruptions caused by inadequate infrastructure impose
additional costs on consumers, hence has to rely on backup systems. It is
recommended that KSEBL prioritize service quality and cost reduction, rather
than increasing tariffs.
Requested before the Commission to reject the proposed tariff hike.
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of this Order.
8. Laghu Udyog Bharati:

Requested to not to increase the tariff. The proportional increases in demand
and fixed charges may affect micro and small industries.
KSEBL has failed to develop SHPs in the State. Failure to uphold long term
power procurement contracts has led to excessive increase in cost of power
purchase by more than Rs 1000.00 crore. The execution of the projects like
Bhoothathankettu SHEP are far behind schedule, resulting in financial losses
and unnecessary expenses. High employee cost burden the consumers.
Considering the above, KSEBL's proposals may be rejected.
9. Shornur Agricultural Implementation Consortium Ltd: KSEBL's three-year

tariff hike petition may severely affect the small industries. Provide 10% tariff
reduction for small industries during daytime, limit annual energy charge
increases for LT industries to 5 paise per kWh, and cap demand charge
increases to Rs.5 per kVA. The Commission to apply the low voltage supply
surcharge only for consumption exceeding 100 kVA.
10. Sri. Shalin P S, PAPSCO ENERGY:

Requested to increase the settlement rate for solar energy banked by
prosumers with KSEBL from Rs 3.15/unit to Rs 4.00 /unit, for incentivising the
solar generation.
11. The Kerala Electrical Licensed Contractors Welfare Association:

Requested to verify the accuracy of KSEBL's metering systems and the
testing of current and potential transformers used in operations. They also
requested for the legitimacy of distribution loss data. Requested to engage an
accredited agency for accuracy checks.
12. Sri. K Prasad, Convener, All India Electricity Consumers Association:

The proposed tariff hike should be avoided. The proposals to recover revenue
shortfalls through a 30 paise increase per unit is unreasonable, especially
considering that over 8,000 employees have retired without replacements,
leading to reduced salary costs. Good rainfall ensures full hydroelectric
production. Increasing electricity charges will burden the consumers.
13. Adv. Bobby Bastian Poovathumkal, President, Catholic Congress:
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Electricity rates in the State are significantly higher compared to other states.
Increasing charges for domestic consumers, small traders, and small
industries will push many families into financial crisis. Institutions such as old
age homes, charitable organizations, special schools for the disabled,
temples, and educational establishments are already burdened by excessive
rates, and any further increases could jeopardize their operations.
KSEBL decision to cancel the 25 year PPA with Central Government for the
purchase of low cost electricity added to the financial burden on consumers.
The previous slab system was abolished with the promise that consumers
would only pay for the electricity used, but rates are still being calculated
based on different slabs.
While large companies and government institutions owe substantial sums to

KSEBL, no efforts have been made to recover these arrears. KSEBL's
financial strain results from mismanagement and salary increases, and the
burden should not be placed solely on consumers without addressing these
issues.
it is also urged for monthly billing system. Steps should be taken to eliminate
additional charges, such as meter rental, fixed charges, security deposits, and
fuel charges, which collectively burden consumers.

of this Order.
14. Sri. K Narendran (General Secretary, Palakkad District Rice Flour, Oil
Mini Millers Association) :
In Palakkad district, over 3,500 mini rice, flour, and oil mills provide essential
livelihoods for many families, processing agricultural products sourced from
local farms. The Commission may kindly avoid increase in tariff for these
categories.
15. Sunil Joseph (MD, SARK Cables Pvt Ltd),Supreme Textiles, KapStone’s
Industries Pvt Ltd, Supreme Narrow Fabrics, Jilson C Anto ( A P J
Refineries Pvt Ltd), Max Supreme Textiles Ltd., Suresh A (CITADEL
Hydraulics and Electricals Pvt Ltd), Best Smelters, Quartet Industrial
Solution Pvt Ltd, Swaraj, Bio Fuel Energy, Palakkad Rubber Pvt. Ltd.,
LiVA Kitchen and Interiors, Anirudh (PATCAST Industries), Grain &
Grace, Elfab Industries, Sajeev Kumar K (SINELAB Equipments),
Haridas K (Winiflex Cords Industries), Musthafa M (Orio Industries),
Prakash Menon (Sine lab Technologies Pvt Ltd), Malayil Granites, Baiju
R (Meshpoint And Engineering):
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The average tariff of the small industries is Rs 8.24/unit, which is much higher
than the average tariff of HT&EHT Industries. They requested to allow 10%
tariff reduction for small industries during daytime, limit annual energy charge
increases for LT industries to 5 paise per kWh, and cap demand charge
increases to Rs.5 per kVA. Additionally, urged the Commission to apply the
low voltage supply surcharge only for consumption exceeding 100 kVA.

16. Sri. Vijayakumar, submitted the following;
(i) Kerala, being a state with large number of cost-effective hydroelectric
projects, there is no rational in increasing the tariff. Despite long-term
contracts for purchasing electricity at lower rates, the KSEBL has
incurred financial losses by buying power at higher rates.
(ii) Excessive salary hikes and benefits compared to other departments,
should be subject to a judicial inquiry.
(iii) The proposal for tariff hike is to be rejected and steps should be taken
to manage KSEBL efficiently.

17. Sri. Shajudheen S :
The tariff for bi-monthly consumption upto 500units should be reduced from
Rs 6.00/unit to Rs 5.00/unit. The billing system should be revised to include
real-time usage information and provide a bimonthly history of electricity
consumption.
There is a need to expand renewable energy projects in Kerala, particularly in

the Palakkad district, which holds immense potential. Tariff concessions
should be considered for industrial establishments to promote the growth of
industries in Kerala and for individuals who contribute to green energy
initiatives.
To enhance power generation, KSEBL should urgently collaborate with

central government schemes to install solar panels across households,
industries, and commercial establishments..
A proposal should be submitted to the government requesting advance

payments from government institutions based on last year’s average bill. The
workforce should be rationalised, with pay revisions adhering to government
regulations.
of this Order.
18. Sri. V Gireesh Babu : Frequent hikes in electricity tariffs should be avoided.
Monthly billing may be implemented instead of bimonthly billing. Meter rent
should be eliminated, and smart meter should be implemented. Guesthouses
and Inspection Bungalows (IB rooms) owned by KSEBL in prominent tourist
areas should be rented out to the public at reasonable rates in a transparent
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manner. Additionally, sufficient staff positions should be created in KSEBL
sections to improve operational efficiency.
19. AKS Cold Storage: submitted that, they are operating an establishment
primarily for preserving agricultural products at KINFRA Textile Park,
Kanjikode, with all necessary industrial certifications, including Factory and
Boilers, FSSAI License, and Pollution Control Certificate. However, KSEBL is
currently charging them under the Commercial tariff instead of the Industrial
tariff, which is unfair. They requested to brought them under Industrial tariff.
The Commission clarify that the grievance redressal mechanism for

consumers in the form of CGRF and electricity Ombudsman is
effectively functioning in the state and the same may be utilised for
settling the grievances of consumers.
20. Sri. Rajesh C R , Kesu K (Vembath Paddy Producers' Cooperative

Society):
KSEBL has the advantage of generating electricity at low cost from hydro
stations. Protest the consumers from frequent tariff hike.
The Commission noted the suggestion of the stake holder.

21. Sri. Riju K K : The proposal before the Commission for increase in electricity
tariffs is an attempt of KSEBL to cover up its mismanagement and deceive the
public. He further submitted the following;
(1) The delays in implementing central government-subsidised smart

meter and ERP systems, which have resulted in significant losses on
KSEBL.
(2) The failure to purchase electricity at lower rates, and buying it at higher
prices, and passing the burden to the consumers.
(3) The unjustified and enormous salary and pension liabilities, which are
significantly higher than in other states. KSEBL has been revising
salaries without prior government approval.
(4) Review the CAG's report to identify the areas where KSEBL incurred
losses, recover those amounts from the concerned officials, and take
urgent steps to prevent further losses.
(5) Reassess the salary and pension revisions implemented without prior
government approval. If any employees are receiving benefits higher
than those offered to equivalent positions in other government
departments, those excess benefits should be recovered.
The Commission noted the suggestions of the consumer. The

views of the Commission on issues relevant to this proceedings are
given in Chapter-2 of this Order
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22. Sri.Mohandas, Domestic Ongrid Solar Prosumers Forum Kerala
(i) ToD metering proposal applicable to prosumers should be

implemented only after studying the consumption of domestic
prosumers.
(ii) Soft skill training for KSEBL staff is to be implemented.
(iii) Alternate sources of income other than energy sales is to be explored
The Commission noted the suggestions.
23. Pattanchery Farmers' Association, Karippali padashekhara Samithi:

Provide electricity at subsidised rate to the farming sector. The primary issues
faced by farmers are the lack of adequate water supply for crops and the
inability to obtain a fair price relative to production costs.
The electricity charges of domestic category should be revised once in every

two years, with consumers using less than 200 units being exempted from
any increases. Measures to ensure that all government offices and industrial
establishments to install own electricity generation facilities.
The Commission noted the suggestion.

24. Sri. KC Ashokan, Kuzhalmannam Block Pada Sekhara Samithi
Sri. K Mohanan, Karshaka Congress
Sri. V Vijaya Raghavan Karshaka Samajam
Requested to not to increase the electricity tariff of the agriculture sector. The
proposal for summer tariff may be rejected. Inefficiency of KSEBL should not
be a reason for tariff hike and it should not be passed on to the public.
The Commission noted the suggestion of the stakeholders.
25. Sri. Vincent G Mambazha Gramam President
The proposal for the tariff hike may be rejected. The loss of KSEBL Ltd should
be compensated by reducing expenses. Free electricity should be provided to
farmers. The electricity bills should be made available in Malayalam.
Commission noted the suggestions and should give necessary directions to

KSEBL.
26. Sri. Sumesh Achuthan

Requested to reject `the proposal of KSEBL Ltd. EV charging stations
established by KSEBL is not usable for new EVs. Electricity post can be used
for advertisement purposes which can be a source for generating income and
KSEBL Ltd can make profit out of it.

KSEBL.
27. KERA GARDENS Residence Association:

The tariff rates in Tamilnadu, Delhi, Maharastra etc are much less than that in
Kerala. The current multi-tier tariff structure itself imposes a significant
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financial burden on the public. Requested that no further tariff increases be
imposed on the common people.

28. Sri. M Haridasan, submitted that the tariff payable by the domestic
consumers in the State is much higher than that payable by similar
consumers in Tamilnadu. Commission shall reject KSEBL's proposed tariff
hike.

29. Sri. Cheriyan Vargheese submitted that the bills raised by KSEBL is not
readable. KSEBL may be directed to raise the electricity bills on monthly basis
instead of the bi-monthly system presently followed by KSEBL.

KSEBL.
30. Sri. Raju Francis submitted that the distribution lines are passing through
farm lands and the crops are being destroyed when KSEBL Ltd is clearing the
touching’s. The behaviour of the contract staff of KSEBL Ltd is very poor and
misbehaves while touching clearance works are done. He also requested to
reject the proposed tariff hike.
Commission noted the suggestions. The Commission may also direct KSEBL
to look into the mis behaviour of the contract staff.
31. Phoenix Arts and Sports Club: The employees of KSEBL is getting
excessive salaries, however all hazardous nature of work is being done by
contract workers. After collecting the cost of the meter at the time of availing
electricity connection, meter rent also levied from consumers, hence the same
should be waived. KSEBL should collect huge outstanding arrears of large
consumers. Solar initiatives should be promoted. Unecessary offices and
positions within KSEBL should be abolished.

important isssues are given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
32. Sri. Soney P George, Kerala Independent Farmers' Association: The

proposal for tariff increase may be rejected in total. Consumers are required
to pay a fixed charge even when electricity is not used, which is deemed
unjust. The practice of charging a meter rent has to be withdrawn, as
consumers have already paid in advance for the meter.
The Association also requested to withdraw the auto recovery charges as per
the KSERC Tariff Amendment Regulations of 2023. KSEBL was urged to
ensure continuous power supply and compensate consumers for power cuts
exceeding 12 hours. KSEBL has to promote small hydro plants (SHP) and
solar projects.
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Commission noted the suggestions. The views of the Commission on issues
33. Welfare Party of India, (Palakkad district Committee):

KSEBL proposal for tariff hike may be rejected. The petition was available
only in English, but the same should be made available in local languages.
The EA 2003 mandate that the petition must be available to the public at
least one month before the hearings, but the same was posted only on 14 th
August 2024. Further, the recommendations were not communicated to the
public in a clear and understandable manner, and important points were not
adequately covered in mainstream media. They further argued that public
hearings should be conducted in every district.
The proposed increase in electricity charges is unfair to the population,

especially since Kerala produces less than 30% of its electricity and
purchases over 70% at high costs. Despite being rich in water resources, the
state has not established new hydropower units in 25 years and continues to
purchase electricity at inflated rates instead of generating it.
It is also noted that KSEBL must recover dues from corporate entities,
amounting to Rs. 2,117 crores as of December 31, 2021, without passing this
financial burden onto ordinary consumers

34. Sri. Devadas P:
KSEBL's proposal to increase fixed charges may be rejected. The proposed
fixed charge for domestic consumers penalise the higher consumption and
incentivise less consumption. The proposal to introduce fixed charges based
on connected load for three-phase consumers, charging Rs.35 per kW, is
excessively high and does not reflect actual usage since not all gadgets are
used simultaneously.
Commission may approve only two fixed charge rates—one for single-phase
and another for three-phase consumers—without factoring in connected load
or monthly consumption.
The proposal by KSEBL to implement Time-of-Day (TOD) metering for

residential prosumers with connected loads below 20 kW raises significant
concerns and should be rejected. The reasoning that residential prosumers
overuse energy or cause financial strain due to excess solar generation is
misleading. Excess energy produced during sunny months is typically banked
and used during non-solar periods, benefiting KSEBL by providing additional
green energy to the grid without incurring extra costs. Therefore, penalising
residential prosumers for generating excess solar energy contradicts the goal
of increasing renewable energy adoption.
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35. Kerala Textile and Garment Dealer Welfare Association (KTGA):
The electricity tariff in the State is comparatively high when compared to
neighbouring states. Any further increase in tariff will exacerbate this disparity.
Additionally, KSEBL Ltd imposes extra charges, such as electricity duty and
meter rent, which are not collected in other states, further increasing the
financial burden.
Considering the rise of online purchase, the consumers can purchase textiles
from states with lower tariffs, local textile dealers in Kerala face a significant
competitive disadvantage. The organization requested the postponement of
the proposed electricity tariff hike for commercial users or, alternatively, to
classify textile dealers under the MSME tariff category, which would provide
much-needed relief to their members.
36. Nurani Grama Samudayam:

KSEBL should properly notify the petition and schedule of the hearings for the
information of the public. The unjustified tariff hikes have placed a significant
financial burden on the public. If KSEBL could recover the outstanding
arrears, there would be no need for a rate increase for the next five years.

37. JJ Refineries: The oil extraction unit in Kanjikode Industrial Area, assigned
consumer no. 1365280097641, has been wrongly classified under the HT IV
(A) commercial tariff, despite conducting operations that align with the LT I (A)
industrial tariff, as per the tariff schedule outlined in the Kerala State Electricity
Regulatory Commission’s order dated 25.06.2022.
The unit collects waste oil from various sources, refining it into lubricating oil,
recycled fuel oil, and other products through a multi-stage vacuum distillation
process, including boiling, vapour extraction, condensation, and filtration. This
process, which goes beyond simple filtration, produces eco-friendly recycled
oil and involves separating oils based on their flash points and viscosity, with
byproducts sent to other industries in compliance with pollution control norms.
Accordingly they have requested reclassification of the unit under the LT I (A)
industrial tariff and sought personal hearing to resolve the issue.
38. Liya Rose, Praise Sebastian, Salim P (Express Ironing Centre): Any
increase in electricity tariffs, may results in significant burden on ordinary
people. Hence requested to reject the proposal of KSEBL to increase the
tariff.
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39. Confederation of Apartments Association Palakkad (CAAP): The
Association, representing flat owners and residents in Palakkad and
surrounding areas, presented the following points for consideration;
(i) Installation of smart meters for better efficiency and transparency.
(ii) Monthly billing may be implemented instead of bi-monthly billing.
(iii) Review the salary hike implemented without the approval of the
Government.
(iv) Encourage the promotion of solar electricity and requested that domestic
producers be compensated at the same rate as other electricity suppliers.

40. Phoenix Rubbers: Concerns Regarding Regulations and Tariff Hikes.

(i) The increase in the power factor from 0.90 to 0.95, resulting in
penalties for consumers without any benefit in supply quality.
(ii) Rise in minimum demand charges, amid frequent power interruptions,
causing difficulties to the consumers.
(iii) The unjustified increase in security deposits during tariff hikes should
be limited to those who opt for additional loads.
Requested the Commission to address the concerns to ensure fair
treatment of consumers and to ensure reliable power supply.

41. Sri.C P Baiju (All Kerala Auditorium Owners Association):

Marriage halls are currently charged under the LT-VII (C) commercial tariff.
At present, auditoriums do not having daily business and mostly host an
average of five to six events per month. During months like Karkidakam,
Kanni, and March, there are hardly any events. Another tariff increase would
be unsustainable. All-Kerala Auditorium Owners Association, Palakkad
Chapter represented by 388 marriage halls in Palakkad requested to either
maintain the current tariff or reduce it to ease our financial burden.
Commission considered the request and provided option to avail LT-II
Temporary tariff.
42. Bharatiya Vyapari Vyavasaya Sangham: Opposed the electricity charges

proposed by KSEBL. The per unit tariff system prevailing in this State is not
seen in other States.
43. Sri.Abin Kulampil: Requested to not to consider the proposals to increase

the tariff hike. Instead of tariff hike, KSEBL should explore alternative
solutions. These include investing in hydroelectric and solar energy projects,
reduce the workforce by eliminating redundant positions.
Commission noted the suggestions and forwarded a copy to KSEBL for

considerations.
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44. Kerala Electrical Wireman and Supervisors Association: Emphasised that
the tariff adjustments should not adversely impact vulnerable groups, such as
BPL consumers with connected loads under 1000W, single-phase
consumers, small-scale farmers, small scale industries, Anganwadi, old age
homes, orphanages, cancer patients, families with permanent disabilities, and
small shop owners.
45. Malabar Cements Ltd.: The increase would lead to an additional financial
burden of approximately Rs. 84 lakhs per year to the consumer. The
consumer requested to exempt them from the proposed tariff revisions to
ensure its continued viability.
46. Sri. Balakrishnan (Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice flour and Oil
Millers Association (KESFOMA):
Flour and oil mills, process and grind agricultural products into consumable
forms. They requested that, they do not engage in industrial activities and
should therefore be classified under the agricultural ancillary category. They
also requested concessions in electricity charges, including exemption from
fixed charges. They submitted that the current electricity tariffs are already
high, and any further increases would results in total shut down of the mills,
resulting in widespread unemployment.
47. Noble Federation of Private School: The Federation representing 65 private

schools in Palakkad district employ qualified teachers, including those with
degrees and those who have exceeded the age limit for PSC exams, operate
without availing any benefits from the Kerala State Government.
These institutions are currently classified under the commercial tariff category.
Request that the tariff be reclassified from the industrial to the charitable
institution category, in recognition of their non-commercial, educational
mission.
48. Sri. Rajkumar P 'A' Grade Electrical contractor (INSTALL TECH):

The request highlights several grievances faced by KSEBL consumers,
particularly in relation to the testing of CT-PT metering units. Despite
collecting full testing fees, the CT-PT units are not tested to the prevailing
standards by TMR KSEBL. This situation leaves consumers at risk of
incurring additional expenses. If discrepancies arise post-installation, as they
may be required to replace CT-PT units. Therefore, requested to consider the
grievances and take the necessary steps to address the issues for the benefit
of consumers.
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49. Eswar Gardens Residence Association: Requested to reject the proposals
of KSEBL for the tariff hike. Even the existing tariff does not adequately
reflect the quality of service provided. Comparing with neighbouring states,
the prevailing tariff of the State is very high. Suggested that, KSEBL should
focus on improving its operations rather than increasing tariffs.
The service reliability of KSEBL is very poor, due to the frequent outages. The
Association requested to prioritize infrastructure upgrades, enhance service
reliability, and implement transparent billing practices before considering any
tariff increase.
50. Sri. Rajan M Menon (Safe Line Electrical Engineers Kerala(SLEEK)):

Submitted that, CEA's recent regulations, effective June 8, 2023, aim to
enhance the safety and reliability of electrical systems. However, the
Government of Kerala's G.O. (P) No. 4/2023/Power has introduced revisions
to conditions relating to supply voltage and inspection intervals, which have
impacted consumer experiences. Additionally, the Electricity (Rights of
Consumers) Rules, 2020, mandate timely services from Distribution
Companies (DISCOMs), including new connections and refunds, while
imposing penalties for wilful violations of consumer rights.
They emphasized the importance of clarity and fairness in the electricity

supply code, particularly concerning connection charges for electrified areas.
Clause 4(13) of the Rules specifies that connection charges should be based
on load and average costs, eliminating the need for site inspections in
individual cases. This provision aims to streamline the connection process
and reduce barriers for consumers.
Commission noted the suggestions. Kerala Electricity Supply (fifth

Amendment) Code, 2024 addresses most of the issues raised by the
stakeholder.
51. Kanjikode Industries Forum: Representing approximately 700 industries,

Kerala's Kanjikode Industrial Area plays a crucial role in the state's economy
and actively advocates for infrastructure development and operational
efficiency. The majority of industries in the area operate during the day,
resulting in minimal evening power consumption, which positively contributes
to KSEBL's base load factor. The Forum expressed support for KSEBL's
proposal for a 10% rate reduction for LT IV(A) and LT IV(B) industries.
They also propose to revise time-of-use tariff structure, proposing the normal
zone tariff (6 AM to 6 PM) be set at 90% of the normal rate, the peak zone
tariff (6 PM to 10 PM) at 150%, and the off-peak zone tariff (10 PM to 6 AM) at
75%.
The Forum also recommended limiting the annual tariff increase for LT
industries to 5 paise/kWh and capping the demand charge increase at Rs.
5/kVA per year to ensure fairness. For high-tension (HT) consumers, they
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urged that proposed increases align with the lower rates charged to HT and
EHT consumers, while requesting that the demand charge increase also be
capped at Rs. 5/kVA per year.
52. Sri. Jacob Cheriyan, Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt Ltd: Entrepreneurs have
shown reluctance to invest in the renewable energy (RE) sector in Kerala due
to insufficient support from authorities and the absence of supportive
regulations. Periodic tariff revisions have a significant impact on RE captive
generators. It was noted that transmission charges in Kerala are higher than
those in neighbouring states, further discouraging investment. The suggestion
was made to consider the tariff proposal only after a midterm review.
The self-generation duty applicable to RE sources was highlighted as an

additional burden. The proposed summer tariff cannot be justifiable. Even if
the summer tariff is approved, a corresponding monsoon tariff at a lower rate
should also be introduced. Revised transmission, wheeling, and SLDC
charges for captive consumers, creating further financial strain.
53. Sri. K Subhramaniyan

Submitted that the financial loss due to mismanagement of KSEBL Ltd should
not be carried over to consumers. Appropriate action should be taken
against the engineers who missed low price power contracts.

54. Sri. Abhilash E. KSEBL website should be transparent and the audit reports
has to be published at its website. It was suggested that the website of the
licensee should also contain innovative ideas implemented by them.

considerations and compliance.
55. Sri. Velayudhan. Fuel Surcharge should be avoided and the petition for
increase in Tariff is to be rejected.
56. Sri. Muhammed Nazar.
Faults in decision-making related to power purchases have contributed to the
proposed hike. Concerns were also raised about the unprofessional behaviour
of KSEBL officials. It was requested that the Commission ensure that officers
demonstrate proper conduct and professionalism in their interactions with the
public.
57. Sri. George. Requested before the Commission to reject the proposal for
tariff hike.
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58. Sri. Ramesh, KSEBL Workers Association CITU. The Association
supported the proposal of KSEBL. Also explained the efforts taken by KSEBL
during the Wayanad urulpottal and floods in 2018.
59. Sri. Haridas. For the agriculture sector, solar power should be given free of
cost during solar hours. It was also submitted that the consumer relation of
officials is very bad and needs improvement.
60. Sri. Varkey Umman.

Requested to reject the proposals for tariff hike. Efforts should be taken for
collection of arrears instead of tariff hike.
Commission noted the suggestions. Considered views of the Commission
regarding the collection of arrears are given in Chapter-2 of this Order.
61. Sri. Aymen Electric Vehicle Owners Association. As per the petition filed
by KSEBL Ltd, 10% hike is proposed for every year in EV charging tariff.
There is no logic and rationale for such hike.
62. Sri. K.V Krishnakumar, Sri. T S Saludheen, Sri. Sreekumar, Sri.Devadas.

Requested to reject the proposals of KSEBL for the tariff hike.
63. Sri. Dileep. Requested that, the power procurement practices of KSEBL
should undergo a thorough audit.
64. Sri. Chandra Sekharan. Submitted on the frequent interruption in power

supply in Parali section office area. Also requested to not to increase tariff
hike.
65. Sri. Jomon Joseph, Saw Mill Owners Association. Requested the
Commission to kindly allow motors upto 50 HP to be allowed to be continued
in LT connection.
66. Sri. Gokul Das K

• Fixed charge should be avoided
• More subsidies is required for consumers
• Provide electricity connection for small roadside tea shops and food
stalls.
Commission noted the suggestions
67. Sri.Gangadharan. Suggested that single component energy bill should be

introduced and opposed the proposal tariff hike.
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68. Sri. Sathyan
• Salary hike of KSEBL employees should be compared with similar
companies.
• Delay in commissioning of Solar Power plants is a rising problem which
needs intervention and is to be reduced.
• Possibility of financial support to large residential communities for
setting up of Solar Power plants is to be explored.
69. Sri. Sulthan. In the Year 2012, the Commission had approved tariff more
than what KSEBL asked for and the necessity of the present proposal is not
clear. Also sought clarifications with regard to non- implementation of smart
meters in Kerala even though a central government fund was also allocated to
Kerala.
70. Sri. Shajudheen
Energy efficient equipment can be supplied through KSEBL at discounted
price, and it would be beneficial for both KSEBL and stakeholders/
71. Smt. Ajitha, KSEBL Engineers Association
The category of unmetered street light connections should be changed to
metered and the unmetered tariff category can be removed. Stated that smart
meters should be implemented
72. Sri. Vineesh
Suggested to improve UG cable network, to reduce loss and to improve safety
during natural calamities. Opposed the proposal tariff hike
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at Ernakulam on 05.09.2024
1. Sri. T. J. Vinod, Member, Kerala Legislative assembly, Thammanam,

Eranakulam.
Requested to not to increase electricity tariff. The expenditure of KSEBL is
due to employee strength and salary cost. Reinstate the PPAs which
cancelled recently, which results in increase in cost of power purchase.
Pointed out the inefficiency in the execution of the on going hydro projects
such as Pallivasal and Bhuthankettu. Though private companies are
distributing electricity in Delhi, the electricity tariff is comparatively less there.
Monthly billing system should be implemented instead of bi-monthly system.
Commission noted the suggestions. Views of the Commission on issues

2. Sri. Prasanna Kumar Parayimattam, Jilla Join Secretary, Human Rights

Organization.
The data presented in the petition is contradictory. The proposal should

adversely impact the lower income group. KSEBL’s mismanagement,
including unjustified salary and pension increases and inefficiency in power
procurement are the reason for the increase in expenditure.
Meter rent and GST on meter rent should be avoided. Monthly billing should
be implemented. Existing meters shall be replaced with smart meters. Solar
energy should be encouraged.
relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order
3. Sri. Adv. A. J. Riyas, General Secretary, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi

Ekopana Samithy, Ernakulam.
LT-VII A tariff is applicable for the trader in the State, and the average tariff of
this category is about Rs 11.06/unit. But the average tariff of large malls is Rs
10.79/unit, which is less than LT-VII A tariff. Requested to reduce the
electricity tariff of the commercial categories.
LT-VII (B) tariff is applicable to small shops and restaurants with connected
load below 2000 watts and LT-VII (A) tariff is applicable when the load is
above 2000 watts. However, KSEBL officials most often assign LT-VII (A)
tariff for small shops with connected less than 2000 watts also. The
Commission may clarify the position.
KSEB has proposed a 10% reduction in electricity charges for industries and
domestic connections consuming over 250 units during the day due to the
increase in solar generation. This may be extended to the traders also.
Unnecessary complications in electricity tariffs should be avoided. There are

approximately 21 tariffs in the LT category and around 12 in the HT category.
No other product is sold in such a complicated manner. The current tariff
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structure leads to confusion and disadvantages for the common people.
Therefore, it is requested that similar tariffs be merged to simplify the system.
KSEB's reluctance to use Malayalam creates additional complications, as
Malayalam is the primary language in all government institutions. KSEB bills
and legal documents are only available in English, leaving many Malayalees
who wish to understand electricity laws feeling disappointed. It is requested
that KSEB address this issue by providing printed materials in Malayalam.
Commission noted the suggestions. Considered views of the Commission on

issues relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. A copy
of the suggestions also forwarded to KSEBL for considerations.
4. Sri. A. K. Antony ,T. K. Abdul Azeez, President, Human Rights Fourm.

Monthly billing system may be implemented instead of bi-monthly billing. In
neighbouring states, monthly consumption upto 200 units is allowed at free of
cost. KSEB should allow the electricity generated from hydel plants at lower
rates. Meter rent, GST on meter rent etc should be avoided.
Efforts should be taken for the collection of the arrears. To boost revenue,
KSEBL should construct a commercial complex at each city and rent out.
Moreover, developing tourism opportunities such as creating attractive
gardens around dams, similar to Mysore’s Vrindavan Gardens—could
generate significant additional income.

5. Sri. O.A. Nizam, Kalamassery Development Plot Industries

Association,Industrial and Chemicals, Sri. Anas Manara, State President,
Kerala State Ice Manufactures Association, Alappuzha.
KSEB Ltd provides electricity to small industries at 8.24 paise per unit, which
is above the ACoS. 10% reduction in tariff during day time may be approved.
Annual increase in tariff for small industries may be capped at 5 paise per
unit. Requested to limit the fixed charge increase for small industrialists to ₹5
per KVA.
It was also submitted that the Electricity Supply (Fifth Amendment) Code,
2024 restricts motors above 50 hp and permits only 20 kW machinery under
low tension, placing an undue burden on small businesses. A waiver of these
regulations was requested. Low-voltage supply surcharge may be applied
when the consumption exceeds 100 kVA.
6. Sri. Biju Joseph, Gen. Secretary, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice,

Flour & Oil Millers Association, Aluva, Sri. Jijo Kuruvila, Gen. Secretary,
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Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice, Flour & Oil Millers Association,
Adimali.
The fixed charge for small-scale industries with connected load less than
10kW is Rs 140.00. However, if the load increases fromm10kW to 10KW, the
fixed charges increases by seven fold hike. This should be avoided.
7. Sri. T. K. Moosa, Secretary, SRM Road Residence Association, Kochi.

Requested to not to impose another tariff hike. Current practice of bi-monthly
billing should be avoided and the monthly billing may be implemented.
Frequent demands for additional security deposits should be ceased. It is the
responsibility of the Government to provide essential services like water and
electricity without causing burden on the common citizens.
8. M/s. Peteronet LNG Ltd , Puthuvypu PO, Kochi.

Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) submitted concerns on the KSEBL's proposal to
classify the "LNG Regasification Terminal" under the Commercial Tariff
category. PLL stated that, the present proposals is without appraising the
actual facts and a clear understanding of the activities carried out at LNG
Regasification Terminals. PLL has already filed Writ Petition No. 39868/2023
before the Hon'ble Kerala High Court against KSEBL’s unilateral change of
tariff classification from HT-1 Industrial to HT-IV Commercial. The Hon'ble
Kerala High Court issued an order on 29.11.2023 in favor of PLL. However,
despite this order, KSEBL continues to issue monthly demand notices under
the HT-IV Commercial category, while PLL remits energy bills based on the
tariff applicable under HT-1A Industrial.
PLL requested the Commission to consider these facts while deciding on

KSEBL's tariff petition and to direct KSEBL to classify the LNG Regasification
Terminal as an HT Industrial consumer.
The matter is under consideration of the Commission in another

proceedings and the decision of the Commission will be provided in that
proceedings.
9. Sri. Paul Jacob, State Coordinative Executive, One India One Pension,
Angamaly, Eranakulam.
Reject the proposals of KSEBL for tariff hike. The increase in expenses of
KSEBL is due to the excessive salaries and pensions for its employees. Its
operational cost are much higher compared to the private companies like
Delhi's Reliance Power.
Other states have successfully reduced costs by allowing private companies

to provide services, as was done in the telecom sector. It was urged that
KSEB can reduce current tariffs by at least 30% by cutting unnecessary salary
expenses and unjustified pensions, thereby making electricity services more
affordable for consumers.
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10. Sri. Varkey Chako, People’s Movement for Human Rights, Koottikkal.
Avoid tariff hike. The electricity rate in Kerala is much higher compared to
other States like Delhi and Punjab. Kerala’s electricity prices are among the
highest in India, despite significant reliance on water resources.
The State's financial burden is further strained by high salaries and pensions,
which consume over 85% of its income, compared to just 40% in other states.
Residents are demanding greater accountability in government spending and
improved resource management.
He also requested to implement monthly billing, transparency in billing etc.

11. Sri. Eloor Gopinath, Gen. Secretary, Resiedents Association
Coordination Council-RACCO, Eranakulam.
Requested to not to implement tariff hike. Requested to reject the proposal for
TOD meters. Requested to increase generation from ocean wave, garbage,
and solar power.
12. Smt. Anu Sunilkumar, Member at State Consumer Protection Council
Kerala.
There are inconsistencies in the petition filed by KSEBL. In the case of
domestic category, monthly consumption upto 250 units only billed under
telescopic tariff. The monthly consumption above 250 units billed under non-
telescopic tariff. Though KSEB generate about 30% power at low cost,
however electricity rates in the State is one of the highest in the country.
Requested to reduce the rate by 30%.
13. Sri. N.K.Krishnakumar M A, Assistant Secretary, Thrissur Municipal

Corporation Electricity Department.
Thrissur Corporation Electricity Department (TCED) plans to undertake
development projects under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme
(RDSS), with 40% of funding coming from its internal surplus. The major
concern for TCED is the proposed bulk tariff increase by KSEB. TCED,
already operating at a loss due to a previous bulk tariff hike, i.e., expected to
have an increase in BST by Rs.4.89 C, while the additional revenue through
tariff hike is only Rs.4.19 Cr.
The increase in BST based on "regulatory surplus" rather than actual surplus
are unfair and would jeopardize its financial stability of TCED. KSEB's
proposal of Rs.6.85/unit for TCED is the highest among all licensees, which
has severely impacted its finances. TCED requested the Commission to
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reconsider the proposed bulk supply tariff hike and align it with the actual
financial surplus with the licensee.
14. M/s. Kerala State Pollution Control Board
Kerala is facing a power crisis, with only 25–30% of its electricity generated
from hydropower and the remainder sourced from private thermal stations.
The situation worsened after the cancellation of the 465 MW power purchase
agreement.
To mitigate the crisis, suggested to maximize solar power generation and use
electrical appliances efficiently. They further recommended to control peak
loads, minimizing the use of energy-intensive appliances, and replacing
traditional bulbs with energy-efficient LEDs. While new hydropower plants are
necessary, their development faces delays due to environmental and
employment concerns. Collective efforts to conserve electricity are vital to
addressing Kerala's power challenges.
15. Sri. Tom Thomas, Sri. Shaji Sebastian, Kerala State Small Industries
Association, Eranakulam. Sri. Najeeb. P. A. General Manager, District
Industries Centre, Kakkanad, Eranakulam.
The present proposal to increase the energy charge @ 15 paise per year and
fixed charge at 20 paise per year is too much higher side.
Small industries are hindered by motor load limits and connected load
capacities as per the Electricity Supply (Fifth Amendment) Code, 2024 , which
imposed a 50 hp limit on motor loads for three-phase consumers and restricts
connected loads to 200 kW,.
16. Sri. J. Sunil, President, Kerala Plastic Manufactures Association,

Ernakulam.
They proposed that the tariff hike for Low Tension (LT) consumers be limited
to 10 paise per kWh once in every three years. Charges, including energy,
demand/fixed, and surcharges, should be revised in consultations with
stakeholders. The current 100 KVA limit for Low Tension consumers should
be increased to 200 KVA to attract more investments from small and micro
units.
The proposal for a single motor capacity restriction of 50 HP will may be

withdrawn, and instead, the total connected load will be considered. Also
submitted that, plastic recycling is a priority sector, the Commission allocate a
concessional tariff for this industry.
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17. Sri. K. J. Scaria, Gen. Secretary, Kerala Small Scale Industrialists
Federation, Cherthala, Alappuzha.
(i) KSEB’s proposal for a tariff hike remains unclear, making it difficult to
understand their rationale.
(ii) The Customer Conclave should be reinstated for regular consumer
feedback.
(iii) Smart meters should be implemented.
(iv) The power factor should be restored to 0.9 until smart meters are
implemented.
(v) Since KSEB charges a fixed fee for system readiness, customers
should receive compensation for power outages.
(vi) Duty and GST is unwarranted and should be removed.
(vii) Consolidating charges under a single "Energy Charge" would bring
transparency, instead of multiple charges under various names.
(viii) LT IV category customers in Industrial Estates are limited to 50 HP
motors despite a 150 KVA increase. This restriction should be lifted to
support industrial growth.
(ix) Bills should be issued under the names of commercial or industrial
establishments and not individual applicants to prevent misuse by
officials.
(x) With rapid development in solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, a rate
hike is unjustified and burdensome and urged the Commission to
prevent KSEB from increasing rates unnecessarily, especially when
used to cover salary increases.

18. Sri. Fizal, Sri. Sasidharan Thettikuzhi, President, Professional Hostel

Owners Association (PHOA).
The Association expresses serious concern regarding the proposed hikes.
Hostels are licensed as "Special Residential" facilities by local authorities. It
is essential for providing affordable, safe accommodation to IT employees,
startup workers, and university students.
Although these hostels offer monthly rents far below hotel rates, KSEBL levy
electricity charges at commercial electricity rates., which is unfair. Requested
the Commission to consider the sector's critical role in supporting economic
development and its non-commercial nature and to classify hostels under
residential/domestic electricity tariffs, aligning charges with their purpose.
Commission noted the suggestions and recategorised the consumer group

appropriately.
19. Sri. G. Sivarama Krishnan, President, Kerala Renewable energy
Enterpreneurs and Promoters Association (KREEPA).
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KREEPA opposed the yearly tariff hike under MYT, which is against the MYT
principles.
Cross-Subsidy Reduction: KREEPA emphasizes the need for gradual

reduction in cross-subsidies among consumer categories in line with the
Electricity Act and suggested that, tariffs should align within ±20% of the
average cost of supply.
Summer Tariff: Opposed the proposal for summer tariff of 10 paise/unit from
January to May.
Requested for the promotion of renewable energy storage solutions, such as

incentivizing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
Wheeling Charges: The proposed wheeling charges for LT level are

excessive and suggested retaining current charges to support solar energy
growth and ease self-wheeling.
ToD Tariff for Prosumers: KSEBL suggests ToD tariffs across all
prosumers, including a 10% energy charge reduction for domestic consumers
over 250 units. KREEPA proposes that this reduction shall apply to all
consumers or those consuming over 400 units monthly, emphasizing that
solar energy injection during non-peak hours should not adjust against peak-
hour usage and requested for additional incentives for BESS injections.

20. M/s. KSEB Senior’s Forum.

Supported KSEBL's proposal to bridge the revenue gap. Small consumers
face disproportionate rate hikes, while more affordable categories are left
unchanged, creating an unfair burden on low-income and small business
users.
Suggested to align railway traction tariff with those of neighboring states to

prevent misuse. A government-owned entity like KSEBL should focus on
providing affordable electricity for all while promoting social welfare through
tariff policies.
21. Sri. Narayan,Sri. Joseph Joslin, Moolamkuzhi Residence Association.
The tariff rates in the State is excessively high. Further, the consumers are
burdened with various additional charges like fuel costs and meter rent.
Collecting the huge arrears from public sector organizations and large
industries could help alleviate the financial crisis of KSEB Ltd.
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KSEB’’s mismanagement, including high administrative costs and inefficient
use of hydropower resources, contribute to the issue. The current situation is
exacerbated by the lack of efficient power generation projects.
To reduce costs, KSEB should promote solar energy projects and ensure
long-term power contracts are renewed on time.
The proposals for further tariff hike may be avoided.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the suggestions also forwarded

to KSEBL for considerations.
22. M/s. Kothad Nivasikal. Requested the Commission to take immediate action
against electricity theft and ensure that the responsible parties are held
accountable.
23. Sri. Sanny Mathew, Dual Foods and Beverages Pvt. Ltd, Sri Tony
Sanny, Adackanatt foods & Beverages Pvt. Ltd, Eranakulam
As per the Fifth Amendment of the Supply Code, motors above 50 HP cannot
be used on LT, and only machinery up to 200 KW is allowed. This restriction
will disrupt the performance of the small industries.
The current tariff rates are already high, and any further increase in tariff
would be unaffordable.
24. Sri. Louis Francis, Kerala Master Printers Association.

Request to arrange a District Level Grievance Redressal Committee meeting
at the earliest, focusing on Kerala Electricity Supply (Fifth Amendment) Code
2024. Regulation 8A specifies limitations on motor loads for consumers:
• For 240 V (single phase), a single motor load cannot exceed 3 hp (2.2
kW).
• For 415 V (three phase), a single motor load cannot exceed 50 hp
(37.5 kW) or 30% of the distribution transformer capacity, whichever is
less.
The proposals are disadvantageous to the consumers.
25. Sri. V. C. Jayendran , Convener, Thripunithura Rajanagari Union

Residents Associations (TURA).
Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff hike. Also requested to
change the settlement period of the solar prosumers from ‘April to March’ to
‘October to September’.
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26. Sri. Suman Ghosh, Chief Financial Officer, Kanan Devan Plantations
Company Private Ltd (KDHPCL).
KDHPCL submitted that the regulatory surplus cited by the Commission

results from regulatory disallowances of genuine expenses and unresolved
matters pending at various legal forums. KDHPCL is preparing a fresh petition
for redetermination of Operation and Maintenance (O&M) expenses and BST
to cover approved losses.
KDHPCL requested that, the Commission may consider BST revision

aligned with the additional revenue from RST revision.
27. Sri.Nawas. S. P, Gen. Secretary, Merchant Association Ernakulam, Sri.

Poulose, President, SRM Road Residents Association, Kochi.
Requested to not to approve any further tariff hike to the traders. Action
should be taken to raise monthly bills to the traders. Frequent revision of ACD
and meter rent should be discontinued.
28. M/s. Prize Polymers, M/s. Granopolymers, Perumbavoor, Kochi.

The figures in the petition filed by KSEBL is confusing with inconsistent, the
numbers appeared to be fabricated, lacking transparency and accuracy.
The electricity tariff in the State is highest among other States. This is to cover
up mismanagement and corruption. Requested to reject the proposal and to
reduce existing rates by up to 30%.
29. Sri. John Poulose, Secretary, Seva Kerala Team, Eranakulam.
Requested for modernizing meter reading, notifications through a mobile app
and proper evaluating of maintenance by outsourcing and eliminating
unnecessary posts. Advocated for redeploying staff from inactive projects
rather than hiring new employees.
Align the salaries and pensions of officials with those of government

employees. Implement underground cable system to reduce transmission
losses. Also take steps for the recovery of the outstanding arrears. Promote
solar power generation and enabling solar producers to supply excess energy
to nearby consumers.
30. Sri. Dr. Gopalakrishnan, President, We-One Residents Association,

Vandanam, Alappuzha.
Electricity charges in Kerala are notably higher than those in other southern
states like Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. KSEBL should take
efforts to increase internal generation, including solar to reduce dependency
on costly external sources.
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Requested to avoid further tariff hike.
31. Sri. Najeeb. P. A, Gen. Manager, District Industries Centre, Alappuzha.

Requested that, the tariff hike for small industries may be limited to 15 paise
per unit over the next three years and limit the yearly increase @5 paise /unit.
Additionally, the increase in Fixed Charges may be limited to Rs.5 per
KW/year.
32. Sri. Abdul Kareem, Mg. Partner, Rolex Boards, Marampally,
Perumbavoor, Eranakulam.
Requested for waiver of Power Factor Penalty. In many cases, lower power
factor is due to faulty condenser in the panel board. Despite attempts to
address this issue, no information or assistance are received any from the
overseer and lineman of KSEB. Accordingly requested the removal of power
factor penalty from our bill, as the issue remains unresolved due to the lack of
support.

33. Sri. George Joseph, All India Electricity Consumers Association,

Ernakulam.
Existing tariff in the State is already higher than in other states. KSEB and the
government to reconsider tariff revisions and requested the Commission to
reject any new tariff hikes.
34. Sri. AKS Cold Storage Ltd, Alappuzha.
AKS Cold Storage Ltd holds all necessary industrial certifications, including
Factory and Boilers, FSSAI, and Pollution Control certificates. However,
KSEBL categorise them under Commercial category instead of Industrial
category. They requested to classify them under industrial category after
verifying the documents.

to KSEBL for considerations. The consumer can also approach the CGRF
Ernakulam to address their grievances.
35. Sri. K.T. Raheem, Dist. Secretary, Kerala Hotel & Restaurant
Association, Eranakulam.
The public, including students and wage laborers, relies on small and
medium-sized hotels for affordable food and rest. Modernization of hotel
kitchens due to regulations like the Food Safety Act has led to increased
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electricity consumption and higher connected load limits. Many small and
medium hotels face financial burdens due to heavy fines.
Small restaurants and hotels may be classified under manufacturing sector for
tariff purposes and industrial tariff may be assigned to them.
36. Sri. V. S. Sibichan, Pompozhy Oil Mill, Cherthala, Alappuzha.
Requested to have a revised tariff structure for small and medium industries,
fix the monthly charges based on horsepower (HP) consumption as Rs.200
(up to 5 HP), Rs. 350 (6-15 HP), Rs. 550 (16-30 HP), Rs. 850 (31-50 HP),
and Rs. 1,100 (above 50 HP). This structure aims to lower fixed charges,
promote fairness through progressively increasing tariffs based on usage, and
encourage energy efficiency.
37. M/s. Kerala Textile& Garments Dealers Welfare Association (KTGA).

Frequent tariff revisions by KSEBL threaten their business viability. The
commercial tariff in the State is very much on the higher side. Requested not
to increase the tariff of the commercial establishments. Also requested to
include them under MSME tariff category.
38. Sri. Jijo Kuruvila, Gen. Secretary, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice
Flour & Oil Millers.
In the case of small industries, the fixed charge for up to 10 kW is Rs. 140,
which is manageable for small-scale industries. However, when the
connected load increase from 10kW to 11kW results in a steep rise from
Rs.140 to Rs. 935.00, a seven fold increase over the fixed charge for just 1kW
increase.
39. Sri. Thomas M.G. Partner, Sona Polymers, Kalamassery, Eranakulam.

In Kerala, 37% of electricity is produced through hydropower at a production
cost of just 30 paise per unit, while electricity purchased from other states
comes at a much higher rate. To reduce operational costs, KSEBL should
optimize its expenses.
Commission may consider the proposal to eliminate the fixed charges for
industrial consumers.
40. Sri.Thakhachan Kottaykkakam, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana
Samithi.
Proposed tariff hike should be avoided. Alternative solutions should be
explored. Exempt key sectors like agriculture and industry from rate
increases, as this would negatively impact the manufacturing sector. Tariff
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increase in the commercial sector could indirectly harm farmers and
industrialists. Over half of Kerala's electricity consumption is attributed to
agriculture.
Technical measures should be taken to reduce transmission and distribution

losses. Monthly billing may be implemented instead of bi-monthly billing.
41. M/s. Rosmi Industries, Kalamassery, Eranakulam.

Submitted to avoid hikes in electricity tariffs. Encourage solar energy usage.
30% reduction may be provided for the day time consumption considering the
solar power availability at cheaper rates.
42. Smt. Jaya Rajendran , Domestic Electricity Consumers Association.

The figures in the tariff petition is not consistent. The petition contains
fabricated figures leading to confusion about the actual costs.
KSEBL generates about 30% of Kerala's electricity at low costs, but the tariff
in the State is excessively high. Requested to reject the proposed increase in
tariff, and also requested to reduce the existing tariff by 30%.
43. Sri. Ajithkumar ,Sri. Abdul Nasar K.K, Dist. President, Residents Apex
Council Eranakulam
Requested to not to approve the proposed tariff hike. Also requested to
implement monthly billing instated of bi-monthly billing. Implement smart
meter. Encourage and support consumers to adopt solar power.

44. Sri.T.J.Peter, President, All India Electricity Consumers Association,

Idukki.
The proposed tariff hike by KSEB may results in burden to the consumers of
the State. About 8,000 employees were retired during the last few years
without replacements. This has resulted in reducing the salary cost.
The electricity tariff in the State is much higher than the same in other States.
Also requested to introduce monthly billing instead of bi-monthly billing.

45. M/s. Chethimattam Residents Association.
Requested to introduce monthly billing instead of bi-monthly billing. Tariff may
be provide at reduced rates for lower consumption consumers.
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46. Sri. P. R. Santhosh, Gen. Secretary, Cardamom Planters Federation,
Vandanmedu.
Cardamom farmers are classified under agricultural tariff, but this is limited to
a 2-hectare threshold. Since cardamom is a garden crop, the limit should be
removed, and farmers should be granted access to agricultural tariffs without
this restriction.
Additionally, cardamom dryers, which are essential for properly drying the
harvested cardamom to achieve market standards, but these are charged
under LT IV(A) tariff.
As farmers cannot sell cardamom unless it is well-dried and cleaned, it was

requested that these dryers be included as a necessary component of
cardamom cultivation and thus eligible for the agricultural tariff.
47. M/s. Kerala Merchants Union, Chittoor, Eranakulam, suggested the

following;
(i) No increase may be approved over the existing electricity rates,

(ii) Implement monthly billing system,
(iii) Bills should be simple and easy to under stand,
(iv) Electricity charges may be levied only for the actual consumption.
To raise additional revenue without burdening consumers, KSEB should
consider the following;
(i) Properly utilizing unused tourist sites and buildings,

(ii) Implement solar-powered fish farming projects in KSEB dams,
(iii) Reassign surplus employees to other departments & reduce
outsourcing,
(iv) Sell/decommission outdated and unused equipment,
(v) Encourage shared transportation among employees and reduce
excess vehicles.
KSEBL should also focus on collecting outstanding arrears of electricity
charges.
Requested to not to increase electricity tariff further.

regarding the collection of arrears are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. A copy
48. Sri. K.H. Sadhakath, President, Welfare Party of India.

The petition filed by KSEBL is available only in English. This may be made
available in Malayalam also. Public hearings should be conducted in each
district.
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Though Kerala has enough natural resources, less than 30% of the electricity
requirement only produced within the State, and the balancing purchasing
from outside the State at high cost. The State has not added any new
hydropower capacity in over 25 years, despite the lower production costs
associated with these projects. It is also suggested that KSEB prioritize
collecting the substantial dues, amounting to Rs. 2117 crores, from the large
companies. Meter rent and other levies should be avoided.

regarding the collection of arrears are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. A copy
49. M/s. Y.M.J. Road Residents Association.

Electricity rates in the State is very much higher than the rates prevailing in
other States. Monthly billing may be implemented.
Provide free electricity for the first 200 units, exempting fuel surcharges and
GST on meters.
The proposal for the tariff hike may be rejected.

50. Sri. Binu George , Domestic Electricity Consumers Association.
Opposed the proposals for the tariff hike. Since KSEBL produces nearly 100%
of the electricity requirement at low costs, there is no rationale in charging
higher tariff.
Requested to reject the proposals.
51. Sri. Jafar Mansoor, President ,Pothujana Samrakshana Samithy.
The present electricity bills issued by KSEBL is not clear and understandable
to ordinary consumers. Hence, necessary directions may be issued to KSEBL
to issue simple and understandable bills to the consumers. Remove
unqualified officers from higher positions and stop promoting them.
52. Sri. Thomas Mathew, Secretary, One India One Pension. Sri.Rojer Sebastian,
President , One India One People Party, Vadakkancheri
The proposal of KSEBL to the tariff hike may be rejected. Excessive salary
and pensions of the KSEBL employees is the major reason for frequent tariff
hike. Reliance Power in Delhi, with fewer employees, generates 33,400 MW
at nearly half the cost, while KSEB produces just 2,898 MW with 28,000
employees and inflated salaries. Unlike other states with costly thermal and
nuclear plants, Kerala relies on low-cost hydroelectric power, but the
electricity tariff in the State is excessively high.
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53. Sri. Ahammad Fasalulla M. K., Secretary, Vellallur Panchayath
Upabhokth Samrakshana Samithy.
Electricity tariff in Kerala is the highest electricity tariff compared to
neighbouring states. The revenue loss in electricity sector is largely due to
distribution inefficiencies. Therefore, it is essential to adopt modern
technology to improve distribution and reduce the losses.
54. Sri. Johnson T.C, Chief Engineer, Kochi Metro Rail Limited.
The tariff hike proposed by KSEBL is also for the Kochi Water Metro Project
executed by Kochi Metro Rail Limited on behalf of the Government of Kerala.
The connected loads for the project are categorized into auxiliary loads (12%),
commercial loads (3%), and EV charger loads (85%).
However, KSEB Ltd has reclassified the tariff for boat charging stations from
HT VI (Electric Vehicle Charging Stations) to HT-II(A) for non-commercial use,
despite the request from Kochi Metro Rail Limited to maintain the existing
tariff structure. Given that 85% of the total connected load is dedicated to
Electric Vehicle Charging, which includes eco-friendly battery-operated boats
for public transport.
Therefore, it was requested that the tariff for Kochi Water Metro Charging
Stations be retained at HT-VI, in line with other EV Charging stations across
Kerala.
55. Sri. Stephan Nanattu, Gen. Secretary, Eranakulam District Residents

Associations APEX Council.
Avoid any further tariff hike. KSEBL may be directed to control unnecessary
expenses by implementing cost-saving measures and improve operational
efficiency.
56. Sri. V. Sankar, President, Anugraha Residents Association

KSEBL should explore alternatives to rate hikes by reducing unnecessary
expenses and improving operational efficiency.
Monthly billing may be implemented instead of bi-monthly billing. Implement

pre-paid meter system to improve revenue collection and reduce losses.
KSEBL should encourage solar power generation at the household level, as it

could yield long-term benefits for both consumers and the KSEB Ltd.
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57. Sri. Saithu Mohammad P.K, Hostel Owners Welfare Association.
The Hostel Owners Welfare Association submitted that, hostels are presently
categorised under LT-VII (A) Commercial tariff. The hostels run by them offer
affordable accommodation and meals for students and job seekers. They
requested to classify the hostels run by them under LT-1 domestic tariff.
Commission noted the suggestions. Appropriate recateogrisation is

considered.
58. Sri. P.S. Ramanda Rao, Secretary, All Kerala Brahmin Federation.
Requested to not to increase any further tariff hike.
59. Sri. Sujith C Sukumaran, Secretary, Eranakulam Aam Aadmi Party .
The proposed hike in electricity tariffs by KSEBL will significantly impact
consumers, especially lower- and middle-income families, amid rising inflation
and economic instability. KSEBL has not submitted proper justification for this
increase. Independent audit of the finances of KSEBL is essential to prevent
unfair burdens on consumers.
Instead of raising tariffs, KSEBL should enhance operational efficiency,

expedite the completion of underutilized small hydroelectric projects, and
explore renewable energy options. Additionally, implementing smart meters
for monthly billing is recommended. Urged the Commission to reject the
proposed hike and consider consumer-friendly alternatives.

relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. A copy of the
proposals forwarded to KSEBL for considerations.
60. Sri. T. L. Prathapan, Janakeeya Annokshana Samithy.

The current electricity tariff rate in Kerala is already high compared to other
states. Requested to avoid further tariff hike.
61. M/s.Indus Towers Limited.

Existing tariff rates are placing a significant burden on industries and farmers.
Requested to implement smart meters. Also requested to reduce the salaries
of the KSEBL employees.
Encourage the prosumers to install solar PV installations. The proposals of

the summer tariff may be rejected.
Also requested that the details regarding the Commission's public hearing
should be made available through newspapers.
62. Sri. Jabbar Kappas, Chairman, Nammal Kochikkar.

Monthly billing may be implemented. The outstanding arrears may be
collected urgently. Reduce the cost of power purchase by reinstating the
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cancelled PPAs which entered in 2014. Avoid any further hike in electricity
tariff.
63. M/s. Adimuri Road Residents Association, Palarivattom.

Opposed the proposed increase in electricity tariffs for telecom towers. Indus
Towers, the world’s largest telecom tower company, operates over 8,500 sites
in Kerala and relies on consistent, affordable electricity for uninterrupted
service.
An additional hike would raise the operational costs substantially, affecting

last-mile connectivity across the State.
Suggested to explore alternative cost-reduction measures for the licensee

rather than increasing the tariff. It is further submitted that KSEB Ltd have
also increased the security deposit, which has become unaffordable for many
consumers.
64. Sri. Unnikrishnan Velayudan, Kodungallur Cable Vision.

Requested the Commission to reduce the current tariff rate to alleviate the
financial burden on consumers and promote equitable access to electricity.
65. M/s. Saw Mill Owners & Playwood Manufacturers Association.

The Association requested for a 10% reduction in day time tariff. Requested
to limit the increase for small businesses to 5 paise and also requested a cap
the increase in fixed charge by Rs. 5 per KVA for small industries.
The Electricity Supply (Fifth Amendment) Code, 2024 restricts motors above
50 HP with low-tension supply and caps machinery installation at 200 KW.
They requested that these restrictions be removed.
Currently, low-voltage supply charges apply to total consumption above 100

KVA, and requested to limit the low voltage surcharge only for the
consumption above 100 KVA.
66. M/s. Kerala Hotel & Restaurant Association, Kochi.

Requested to classify the hotels under manufacturing sector, similar to
bakeries. As kitchens have modernized to comply with the Food Safety Act,
electricity consumption has increased, leading to higher connected load limits.
67. Sri.Sujith P.M, Sri. P. Ravikumar, Executive Director and Unit in Charge,
Hindusthan Organic Chemicals Ltd.
Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), an EHT Industrial consumer
located in Ambalamugal, Ernakulam. If the proposed hike is approved, the
increase would result in an additional Rs. 4.8 lakhs on the monthly bill.
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As an Open Access consumer, HOCL has requested the rejection of the
increased transmission and cross-subsidy surcharges, as they limit cost-
saving opportunities. HOCL has urged the Commission to disallow the
proposed tariff increases.
68. Sri. V.O. Vargees,Secretary, Eranakulam District Tailers Association.

Opposed the proposal of KSEBL's for tariff Increase.
69. Sri. V.T. George, Ponnurunni, Kochi.

As per the details submitted by KSEBL, the cost of power purchase and
Operation and Maintenance costs are high in KSEBL. To reduce power
purchase costs, solar power can be utilized as an alternative. It is essential to
develop an effective purchase plan that relies on real-time data.

Oil Mills and Flour Mills in Kerala requested to reduce the fixed costs in
electricity bills. Also requested to implement fair and progressive tariff system
based on consumption, encouraging energy efficiency to reduce overall
consumption.
71. Sri. Johnson T.J. Perumbadappu, Kochi.

KSEBL has to collect the outstanding arrears from the Government offices
and other companies. Also suggested to reduce the salaries of the
employees of KSEBL. Encourage consumers to adopt rooftop solar projects.
Implement monthly billing. Details regarding public hearing should be
published in at least five newspapers.
72. Sri. Gireesh Babu, Eranakulam.

Collection of ACD should be withdrawn.
73. Sri. Alex Kallachiyil,Eranakulam.

Solar power stored in lead-acid batteries can be used during peak hours,
especially at night, by switching off the main switch. This helps reduce grid
load and avoids high electricity costs during peak periods. It was further
submitted that to ensure Grid Quality, all equipment connected to the grid
must meet quality standards. Poor-quality wires and components can cause
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issues for nearby properties. KSEB should provide an approved list of reliable
brands to ensure safety and avoid substandard products.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the proposals forwarded to
KSEBL for considerations.
74. Adv.Sheeba Jacob, Eranakulam.

The electricity tariff of the domestic categories are excessively high. In
addition to this, meter rent and fixed charges etc also levied from the
consumers. Requested to avoid further tariff hike.
75. Sri. Muraleedharan Nair, Vyttila.

Requested to implement monthly billing instead of bi-monthly billing.
76. Sri. Suresh Babu P. P., Kochi, Eranakulam.

The petition filed by KSEBL for the tariff hike lacked clarity. The electricity
prices of KSEBL is the highest among Indian States. The tariff petition is seen
as an attempt to obscure issues related to power purchase agreements,
excessive salaries, corruption, and mismanagement.
Also requested to reduce the tariff by 30%.
77. Sri. Sajeevan. T. N, Vennala, Kochi.

Requested to introduce monthly billing. Avoid meter rent and GST on meter
rent. The electricity bills may be issued in the local language for easier
understanding by consumers.

relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 of this Order
78. Sri. A. V. Mathew, Kochi.

Commission may direct KSEBL to issue electricity bills in simple format and
easy to understand. Clear and transparent billing will help consumers
comprehend their usage and costs without confusion.

79. Sri. Roy Vellaringatu, Pala, Kottayam.
Requested to not to increase further tariff hike. Monthly billing may be
introduced instead of bi-monthly billing. The frequent demands for additional
security deposits should be discontinued. Kerala's electricity rates are already
higher compared to those of other states.
80. Sri. James Joseph, Kalamassery, Eranakulam.

To improve efficiency and reduce distribution losses, it is recommended to
replace energy meters with Time-of-Day (TOD) meters. The use of
underground (UG) cables should be promoted to minimize transmission
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losses. Reduce the salaries of the KSEBL employees. Encourage the
adoption of rooftop solar projects to enhance renewable energy generation.
81. Sri. Robert Thottumpuram.

All government and semi-government industries and enterprises should adopt
the CIAL model and met the entire electricity requirement from Solar Power.
82. Sri. Jain Paul, Mookkannur, Eranakulam

To provide a transformer capacity of 200 kW for a 150 kW LT connection.
Fixed charges for HT consumers should be avoided.
83. Sri. M. K. Ratheendran, Kochi.

Opposed the proposal for tariff hike. Implement self-meter reading technology
to improve accuracy and transparency. Requested to use high-quality
materials for constructing electrical poles to enhance durability and safety.
84. Sri. Jibu. K. Joy, Karakulam, Eranaskulam.

The proposals to introduce ToD tariff may negatively impact the solar
prosumers.
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85. Sri. Biju. P.Pallupetta, Kalady, Eranakulam.
KSEBL shall regularly carry out tree cutting to avoid touchings with the
electricity over head lines.
86. Sri. V. K. Gopala Krishnan Nair, Palluruthi, Kochi.
Electricity bills should be issued on a monthly basis to avoid excess charges
and prevent billing accumulation.
87. Sri. Madhusoodhanan Pandala, Kaloor, Eranakulam.

Street lights are to be turned off when not in use. Proper maintenance of
transformers will ensure efficiency and reduce losses. KSEBL shall take
efforts for the collection of the outstanding arrears.
88. Sri. T. B. Rasheed Alangat, Alappuzha
Requested for the adjustment of amount collected as penalty with regard to
cutting of tree separately.
89. Sri.Madhusoodanan Padak, Kalor, Eranakulam.

Consumer awareness program should be conducted across all districts.
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90. Sri. K. C. Vargees, Vyttila, Eranakulam.
Avoid the collection of meter rent. The salaries of the KSEBL employees shall
be rationalised with that of the State Government.
91. Sri. Kareem Kanjirathinkal, Kaloor, Eranakulam.

Requested to avoid the GST to meter rent in the electricity bill.
92. Sri. Sumesh Vettiykkal, Thodupuzha.
Opposed the proposed hike in Tariff. Disconnection notice shall be issued
separately. Electricity bills should be issued in Malayalam. Although Kerala
generates low-cost electricity from hydropower, the electricity tariff is
excessively high.
Grievance Redressal Forum lacks effectiveness. Complaints should be

addressed promptly, with follow-ups to ensure resolution. KSEBL should
encourage solar adoption through subsidies, better payment rates for
customer-generated solar power, and options for hybrid systems.
93. Sri. SunilKumar, Nettur, Eranakulam

Requested to introduce monthly billing.
94. Sri. Dr. Jalaja. S. , Ayyappankavu, Kochi.
To avoid tariff hike, pension benefits of pensioners should be reduced by

30%. KSEBL should increase its productivity and to reduce costs.
95. Sri. Sini Norman, Palakkappally, Eranakulam.

Requested to not to increase further tariff hike. The salaries of the employees
of KSEBL shall not increase further.

96. Sri. John Stephan, Eranakulam.
In the case the meter become faulty, the bills are calculated average
consumption of previous six month. This method is not accurate.
97. Sri. Aneeshkumar P. K, Pooyamkutty, Eranakulam.

KSEBL incur losses due to unregulated usage of its electric poles by cable
TV operators. Approximately 6,000 cable TV operators in Kerala utilize
KSEB's electric posts, but KSEB lacks an accurate count or a comprehensive
list of these operators. As a result, only about 10% of the rental payments due
are actually received by KSEB. The majority of operators fail to pay the
required fees, and KSEB has not effectively enforced rent collection. By
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implementing a systematic approach to regularly collect rent from operators,
revenue can be substantially increased.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the proposals forwarded to

98. Sri. Thomas T. M,Tagoreline, Elamankara.
The proposals to increase tariff rates such as, energy charges, fixed
charges, and meter rent is not justifiable. KSEBL approach towards solar
prosumers are not encouraging. Unlike in other states, KSEB imposes
registration and other charges for solar projects, which further discourages
adoption.
99. Sri. P. J. Joseph

Opposed the proposals for tariff hike. Requested to reduce the salaries of
KSEBL employees. Solar PV installations should be promoted.

100. M/s. Indradanus Flat Owner.
Opossed to KSEBL's proposal for Tariff hike. Comparing with other States,
the tariff rates in the State is excessively high.
101. Sri. M. Ragaharan, Kadavanthara, Kochi.

Requested to not to increase the tariff hike. Monthly billing may be
implemented. Smartmeters may be implemented under RDSS scheme.

102. Sri. C.A. Benny, Perumbavoor, Eranakulam.
The irregularity in bimonthly meter readings for domestic consumers, often
taken after 62 or 63 days instead of the ideal 61 days, can lead to higher
billing rates as usage may cross into a higher slab.
KSEB's bill printing devices should also be improved to ensure printed bills
remain legible for 6 months to a year.

103. Sri.Vimala Bai. V, Cheruvallur, Kochi.
Requested to conduct consumer awareness program at panchayath level.
KSEBL provide clarifications regarding collection of electricity duty, fuel
surcharge, fixed charge, meter rent etc.
104. Sri. Joseph. K. T.

Requested to not to approve the tariff hike. Implement monthly billing. Efforts
shall be taken for the collection of the outstanding arrears. Implement more
hydro projects.
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105. Sri. V. M. Jalaludeen, Eranakulam.
Electricity tariff in the State is excessively high. Reduce the salaries of the
KSEBL employees. Implement monthly billing system. Avoid the collection of
meter rent, GST etc.
106. Sri. Timson Thomas, Kurumassery.

KSEBL has been requesting for bank account and Aadhar details in every
financial year from prosumers. This should be avoided. To improve the
efficiency of KSEB operators and technicians, an app can be developed to
help them track their locations and confirm the completion of their work.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the proposals is forwarded to
107. Sri. T. A. Pradeep, Thrikkakkara.

Withdraw the collection of meter rent and fixed charges.
108. Granotech, Perumbavoor, Kochi
Requested to not to approve the tariff hike. The figures in the petition is not
consistent and appear fabricated.
Requested to reject the proposal.
109. Sri. Unnikrishnan Velayudan, Aluva, Eranakulam, Sri. Ameer Ali. P.A,
Moovattuppuzha, Eranakulam, Sri. Jayaprakash, Vazhakulam, Aluva.
Opposed the proposal for tariff hike.
110. Sri. James Kutty Thomas.

The proposal for the summer tariff may be rejected. KSEBL may improve its
efficiency through the following;
(i) Improving Efficiency: Streamline KSEB operations by enhancing the

efficiency of its workforce and by reducing expenses.
(ii) Updating Meter Reading: Traditional meter reading methods are
prone to errors. Investing in modern equipment and adopting real-time
data management across all KSEB functions would improve accuracy
and transparency.
(iii) Effective Project Management: Ensure projects are properly
managed and monitored to prevent delays and cost overruns.
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(iv) Encouraging Solar Projects: Promote the adoption of solar energy
and incentivize solar prosumers to contribute to a cleaner, more
sustainable energy grid.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the proposals is forwarded

111. Sri. Reji, Electrical Vehicle Association

The rise in electric vehicles has led to increased charging issues. KSEB has
imposed restrictions on peak-hour charging. Many charging stations are not
functioning well. Fixed charges at these stations, along with poor consumer
service, add to the problems.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the proposals is forwarded to
112. Sri. K. A. Antony ,T. K. Abdul Azeez, Human Rights Fourm.

KSEB should adopt monthly billing via self-readings or smart meters.
Withdraw the meter rent and GST on meter rent. KSEBL should give focus for
collection of the outstanding arrears.
113. Sri. V. T. George
Steps need to be taken to speed up the proceedings at the Office of the State
Electricity Omdusman. Further suggested to reduce the salary of KSEB
employees.
114. Sri.Zaid Muhammad.
The tariff revision proposed by KSEB is unjust. The electricity bills issued by
KSEBL include additional charges such as fuel surcharges, meter rent, and
GST, leading to higher costs than necessary.
115. Sri. Ravi , Iringalakkuda.
Electricity bills should be issued in Malayalam. Monthly billing may be
implemented. Withdraw the meter rent and fixed charges. Consumers may be
allowed to pay only for the electricity consumed.
116. Prof. Venugopal

KSEB Ltd should regulate salary increases of its employees by conducting
regular performance audits to improve employee productivity and to maintain
an efficient workforce. Comprehensive studies and research should be
undertaken to address the revenue gap and explore potential solutions. KSEB
Ltd should also promote rooftop solar projects by utilizing government
properties and integrating modern technologies to enhance project
effectiveness.
The Consumers may be well informed about the public hearings conducted
by KSEBL.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the suggestions is forwarded

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117. Sri. Hamsakoya
Take necessary action to collect outstanding arrears. Opposed the proposals
for tariff hike.
118. Sri. Antony Xavior Kochi Refinary
The tariff revision will significantly impact industries. If a summer tariff is

introduced, then a monsoon tariff should also be considered. Commission
may verify the figures submitted by KSEBL.
119. Sri.Mosas, Aam Admi Party
Urged KSEB to reduce the tariff and transmission losses by utilizing modern
equipment. It is essential to provide qualified employees and avoid relying on
contract staff.
120. Sri. K F. Joseph, Kochi’
KSEB should have a proper recruitment process for the selection of the
workmen and employees.The implementation of the smart meter y needs to
be expedited. Also submitted that Residence Associations should be
permitted to control the switch of street lights.
121. Sri.A.K. Xavior ,Kottayam
Suggests that the fixed charge should be based on the actual connected load.
The amendments to the Supply Code should be made to favor consumers.
122. Sri. Sasi P. Mattam, Energy Conservation Society, Idukki.

There is a lack of public awareness from KSEB regarding the consumption of
electricity during peak hours.
123. Sri. Jismon, Kottayam
Requests to provide free electricity to consumers. Opposed the proposal for

tariff hike. Requested to avoid unnecessary charges. Ensure that the bill
reflects only the charges of the units of electricity consumed.
124. Sri. Saju Rocky, Retired Air Force Officer
Raises concerns about the lag in the implementation of smart meters in
Kerala. KSEBL shall promote solar energy in homes Pointed out that the
behavior of KSEB officials is unsatisfactory.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the suggestions is forwarded

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125. Sri. Mathachan Mappally ,Ernakulam
KSEB should take sincere efforts for the collection of arrears. Monthly billing
may be implemented.
126. Kerala High Tension and Extra High Tension Industrial Electricity
Consumers Association (HT&EHT Association).
Important suggestions are;
(1) Tariff Hike

The Commission had issued the Interim Tariff Order on 31.10.2023 in
petition OP No. 18/2023. Since, it is more than 10 months after issue of
Interim Tariff Order. The Mid Term Performance Review (MPR) and the
Truing up for 2023-24 is due by November 2024.
Hence, the Association requested before the Commission that the retail
tariff for remaining period of MYT for the years from 2024 to 2027 may be
issued only after approving the Truing-up of 2023-24 and review of Mid-
Term Performance Review (MPR) as mandated in the Regulation 9 of
Tariff Regulations, 2021
(2) Mater Trust Bond- repayment
Association submitted that the Commission had issued the Terms and
Conditions for Determination of Tariff (Second Amendment) Regulations,
2024 on 27.02.2024. However, the amendment cannot be applied with
retrospective effect.
KSEB Ltd has proposed an amount of 407.2 Cr each for the FY 2022-23
and 2023-24 as repayment of Master Trust bonds. The repayment amount
of 407.20 Cr proposed by the KSEB Ltd is not applicable for the year
2022-23. Similarly, for 2023-24, prorate of one month for March 2024
alone is admissible which is Rs 33.93 Cr.
Hence, Association submitted before the Commission that liability of
repayment of Master Trust bond during the period should not be passed
on to consumers. Accordingly, revenue gap projected will be significantly
reduced, thereby saving the consumers from the burden of shouldering an
unjust tariff hike for next three years
(3) Summer Tariff
The Electricity Consumption pattern as per the details published by the
KSEB Ltd at their website reveals that Kerala’s power consumption peaks
only for April & May every year. So, there is no justification for imposing a
summer tariff from January to May for 5 months.
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Further, in April & May, the skewed power consumption demand for peak
time has to be managed. KSEBL has to take steps to handle peak
demands through timely measures, including commissioning long delayed
Hydro power projects.
Association further submitted that the Tariff Regulation 2021 does not
have provision for summer tariff. Summer tariff cannot be unilaterally
imposed without a matching Monsoon Tariff, with passing on the benefit
of lower tariff to consumers during excess power generation during
monsoon. This means, KSEBL will lose it’s right to sell excess power if any
at any point of time and offer this excess power at lower tariff to all
categories of consumers equally. Association requested before the
Commission to reject the request for Summer Tariff.
(4) Green tariff
Solar and Wind tariffs have a downward trend as compared to the power
from coal and thermal. So, KSEBL gains to buy green power at a
significantly lower price on long term PPA and offering it to Industries at
lower price during day-time.
At present KSEBL is offering Green Power at Normal Tariff + 0.77/ kwh
premium rate. Association submitted that KSEBL should tie-up for long
term PPA for Green Power and offer at discounted price to bulk
consumers
(5) Green Power - Time of Day Pricing
Association suggested that Green power has to be provided at discounted
rate based on demand. There has been a steep decrease in solar tariffs in
India from Rs. 6.2 kWh in FY15 to Rs. 2.9 in FY23. KSEBL can tie-up for
500 MW power during day time and supply this Green power to Industries
at competitive landed price of Rs 5/ kwh against current tariff rate of Rs
6.15/unit. Off-peak tariff zone could be extended to day time also.
(6) Cross subsidy surcharge, etc
CSS is increasing every year/every tariff. The charges are consistently
maintained at maximum permissible of 20% of tariff applicable to category
consumers applying for OA. When tariff increases, OA also increases on
prorate basis making it unviable for OA to source power from open market.
This is against the principle of Power policy and Electricity Act, 2003.
Transmission loss and transmission charges should be reviewed after
verifying the actuals during MPR. Similarly, the wheeling charges and
losses for HT too may be reduced progressively to encourage Open
Access power sourcing.
Association requested before the Commission that the proposal for
enhancement of CSS should not be entertained. Further the Commission
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may refix the CSS so as to reduce the amount progressively from 2024 to
2027 as envisaged in Electricity Act, 2003.
(7) Uniform tariff increase for LT, HT and EHT
Association requested before the Commission to reduce the tariff for HT
and EHT categories of industries to maintain uniformity of approach to tariff
hike proposal and to ensure parity as per voltage levels.
(8) Green Power Tariff: Relief to Solar prosumers may be given
The Net Power generated by Prosumers and used by KSEBL as per the
Truing up Order for the year 2022-23 is 83.73 MU, Amount paid to
prosumers is Rs 3.15/kWh and the Green power sold by KSEB Ltd is Rs
6.92 (Rs 6.15 +0.77). The Annual Benefit to KSEBL from rooftop solar
consumers generation is Rs 3.31/ kwh( Rs 6.92-Rs 3.61) and the Total
benefit in 2022-23 is INR 295.34 Million
The Association submitted that KSEBL should pass on this benefit to
Prosumers by way of higher buying price or The Cost of green power should
be pitched lower then normal and pass on this benefit to Industries working
24 x 7 providing grid stability
Tariff anomaly
Association submitted that they are aggrieved by the unjustified model of
tariff imposition for HT, EHT categories. The anomalies may be corrected to
apply uniform prorata basis of tariff hike taking into consideration the
reduction in transmission losses, wheeling charges etc and provide relief as
they richly deserve.
The Commission considered the suggestions appropriately. Views of the
Commission on issues relevant to this proceedings are given in Chapter-2 and
3 of this Order. As per provisions of the Tariff Regulations, the midterm
performance review cannot be a precondition for tariff determination.
However, the Commission will take course correction measures, if
found necessary as part of the midterm review. The price of infirm solar
or wind alone cannot be a criteria in the tariff determination process. A
copy of the suggestion also forwarded to KSEB Ltd for reference. On
the aspect of repayment towards pension master trust bonds it is
clarified that this order will be subject to the orders of Hon HC of Kerala
in the WP filed by the stakeholder.
127. KSEB Engineers Association, suggested the following;
• Regulatory Asset- According to ARR & ERC, the gap approved by the
Commission for 2020-21 is Rs 7130.73 crore. However, according to
Audited Financial Report available in website of KSEB Ltd, the revenue
gap for 2020-21 is Rs 19,016 crore. Forensic Audit should be carried out
to arrive at the correct figure of Regulatory Assets.
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• KSEB Ltd shall not be allowed to operate in losses. A target shall be
fixed for reduction of regulatory assets. Provide a road map for early
liquidation of Regulatory Assets and carrying costs.
• Pay Revision. The Hon’ble APTEL and the Hon’ble Delhi High Court has
held that the cost incurred by DISCOMS can be considered while fixing
tariff and it would include salaries, allowances and pension of their
employees. Hence, the Commission may allow pay revision expenses.
• Master Trust: Commission may ensure payment to Master Trust.
• AT & C loss: A methodology may be put in place for reducing AT&C loss
• Power Purchase Cost: To reduce Power purchase cost, the association

suggested urgent investments in the following areas;
- Increase internal generation by Solar + BESS, Wind+ BESS

- Green Hydrogen Projects with VGF funding
- Small Modular Nuclear Reactors – NITI Aayog proposal - 30-300MW
small stations near to load centres with a space requirement of less
than 2 Acres.
- Peak shaving & Load shifting DSM activities by smart metering
- Pumped storage Plants
Power Purchase Cost under the Long-Term Power Purchase Agreement

should be optimized.
• Summer Tariff: All available options in short term market shall be utilized
by the KSEBL to meet the energy requirements during summer season.
Summer tariff proposed by KSEBL may be considered.
• O&M Cost: The association suggested the following urgent steps to

reduce the O&M cost;
- Restructuring of KSEBL as per IIM report.
- Substations to be automated and made unmanned by using
SAS/SCADA and Optic Fibers (24F) already laid as part of Reliable
Communication Projects.
- Centralised auditing instead of decentralised by using ERP solutions
- Faster implementation of Smart metering – No need of Revenue wing
at section level
- Centralised Procurement through inventory management softwares.
- Hot line maintenance wing at LT/HT/EHT level
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• Subsidy: The Retention of Electricity duty has been withdrawn by the
Government of Kerala vide order GO(Rt) No.165/2024/Power dated Tvpm
06-09-2024. The subsidies of BPL consumers, Domestic consumers with
connected load up to 1000W, life supporting systems, domestic
consumers in telescopic tariff etc should be met from the Electricity Duty.
Hence, tariff of Government and public utilities should be kept equal to
actual cost of supply (ACoS) and no subsidy should be given to them.
• Under recovery of Fixed Cost: At present, the realisation of Fixed

Charge (FC) from consumers is only 16.59% of the total ARR of the
utility. The committees constituted by the Ministry of Power, Government
of India and NITI Aayog have recommended for adjusting two-part tariff to
accurately reflect the actual fixed charges and variable charges to prevent
under recovery of fixed cost of the utility. To level the disparity in fixed
costs incurred by KSEBL and that recovered through fixed charges from
consumers, a gradual increase in fixed charges is suggested. Hence the
association suggested to increase the fixed cost.
• Connected load- Domestic consumer: For Domestic consumers, there

is no timely updation by the consumer of additional load being used by
them. This leads to excessive use of electricity which has a definitive
impact on the Electricity Network of KSEB Ltd. Such excessive Load at
times leads to burning of transformers. The fixed charge on connected
load will help ensure discipline amongst domestic consumers. The
Sanctioned Load may be enhanced based on the highest of an
average of Maximum Demand readings recorded as per billing cycle
covering any four consecutive calendar months in the preceding
Financial Year.
• Low Voltage surcharge (LVSS) : KSEBEA proposed that Low

Voltage surcharge be applicable for single phase consumers having
connected load above 5kW.
• ToD tariff: As per the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Amendment

Rules, 2023 stated that ToD for commercial and Industrial consumers
having maximum demand more than 10kW shall be made effective from
the date not later than 1st April, 2024. KSEBL Engineers Association
proposes that the same is incorporated in the tariff Order.
• KVAh Billing: To ensure better quality and reliable supply of Power for
the consumers, it is proposed to charge on kVAh basis so that the drawal/
injection (lagging and leading pf) by high end consumers (more than 20
kVA) is as per their actual requirement.
• Smart Meters be implemented.
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• Renewable Energy: Excess power from Net Metered consumers may be
purchased at Average Power Purchase Cost (APPC) as determined by
CERC.
• Prosumers - ToD: As per Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Amendment

Rules, 2021 stated in the Rule 11, of sub rule 4, ToD for the prosumers
may be incentivised to install energy storage for the storage of solar
energy by them or feeding into grid during peak hours thus helping the
grid by participating in demand response of the Discom. KSEBEA
proposed to implement ToD for all prosumers and attractive tariff for Peak
hours for the promotion of storage systems.
• Tariff rationalization: Tariff structure / slabs shall be simplified. The tariff

for all categories shall be within +/- 20% of ACoS as envisaged in the
Tariff Plan. ariff structure shall be suitable for dynamic pricing in future. All
sub-categories shall be avoided. Only generic terms shall be used for
classification, instead specific names like printing press, bakeries etc.
128. Institute for Sustainable Development and Energy Studies (InSDES)

Shoranur
The Association agreed that the revenue gap being considerable, increase in
tariff is inevitable in a stepped manner to avoid a tariff shock.
ToD metering
The Time zones for ToD metering is logically based on the actual
consumption by the consumers. With the roof-top solar installations, the
consumption during the day time is suppressed and will be continued to be so.
The availability of power in the grid is the criterion for fixing the rate for different
Time zones. Hence, it may be appropriate to consider normal time zone as the
period of night after the peak hours. The Commission may also consider the
impact of solar penetration also in finalizing the ToD tariff.
ToD duration (ToD Meter installation)
As there is significant change in the consumption pattern especially during
summer period, it is necessary to keep the duration flexible. Considering the
difficulty in frequent reprogramming of the ToD meters, the licensees may take
action to implement smart metering as early as possible and to fix a time line
for action plan. For the time being, the Commission may look into the
possibility of insisting on smart meter for every new connection in the ToD
category so that the replacement in near future can be avoided.
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Prosumer ToD tariff
ToD tariff needs to factor the impact of solar injection from generators and
prosumers. The market rate during day time has already become the lowest, in
general. The prosumers are less than 5% of the total consumer base.
Prosumers are generating during day time, when the cost of power is low and
takes back during non-solar period, where the cost of power is as much as
twice, as per average conditions. The impact is that the net average cost of
power procured for distribution in Kerala increases correspondingly. Thus, the
benefits extended to prosumers are passed on to the majority consumers also
as part of slight increase in tariff. The counter argument is that the impact on
each consumer is less should be weighed against the additional capacity
addition required in transmission and distribution network and partially used
generation assets.
ToD tariff incentive to LT and Industrial Category
Welcomes proposal to grant lower tariff during day time which will benefit small
industries including IT sector. Further it is suggested that ToD shall be given to
any consumer on optional basis, provided the consumer is willing to meet the
expenditure of metering infrastructure to implement ToD. This approach will
also enable those consumers who are willing to reduce the peak consumption
by technical modifications to the home inverters. Such a change will bring in
the latent storage potential in the home inverter systems from such customers.
Other- solar
Three phase connectivity needs to be insisted for connections having 3kW and
more solar generation behind the meter. This is a technical requirement to
reduce the voltage and power quality issues. The existing prosumers can be
given 2 years for conversion.
HT and EHT ToD tariff
The incentive proposed by the KSEB Ltd for the LT categories during day time,
shall be extended to these categories also.
Street lighting & Display lighting
All street light connections have to be made metered in a definite time frame.
Composite tariff given to non-metered connections need not be subsidized.
Solar plants by local bodies to meet the street lighting load may be permitted
only with at least 50% storage facility. In the case of street lights and display
boards, there is no consumption during day time and 100% of the solar
injection is banked. To make the storage schemes viable for the local bodies
and display system owners, the banking ratio may be kept as 50%, as a first
step. This proposal shall reduce the overall increase in tariff.
EV charging facility- EV tariff
Fast charging units at all locations including residences to be brought under
ToD so that the charging load will not come during peak hours. The tariff for
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EV charging on HT and LT has an anomaly by which the LT tariff is lower than
the HT tariff (FC as well as EC). This may be rectified as the impact of EV load
shifted to HT will ease the LT network. As per the present tariff structure, the
incentive is to provide distributed charging infrastructure in addition to the
home charging.
Railways- Traction
The Railway traction connectivity is provided through two phases, which affect
the loading capability of the transformers and transmission lines. This is
against the connectivity Regulations of CEA also and continued on account of
historical reasons. The impact is for the ordinary domestic consumers also.
The unbalanced heavy loading of railway traction is leading to voltage
fluctuation and even EHT feeder tripping. As the Higher cost due to additional
investment on transmission system due to partial utilisation and higher loss. To
provide compensation for the cost of supply at two phases, an additional
charge may be imposed on the Railway tariff in FC and EC. Two tariffs may be
provided to Railways – one for three phase balanced supply and one for two
phase supply. Higher tariff for unbalanced supply will enable Railways to go for
additional investment and work out cost economic analysis.
Water Metro- Tariff
The services rendered by water metro almost akin to the services rendered by
KSRTC and KSWTC. A separate treatment is not required. Suggested that the
tariff for office and stations may be kept as in the case of KSRTC Further, for
charging facility, the tariff applicable to EV charging at LT or HT as the case
may be may be applied.
Power factor and reactive metering
High voltage issues are also experienced in both at LT level and EHT level.
This is partially contributed by the increasing solar generation. In near future,
reactors may also become essential in addition to capacitors. Reactive power
correction is optimum at the source itself. In contrast to real power, reactive
power transfer is costly from economy point of view of grid operation. kVA
based billing can be introduced or incentive/ disincentive scheme may be
continued with incentive/ disincentive for both lagging and leading power
factor.
Reactive power compensation
Charges for Reactive power contribution can incentivize prosumers also in
setting the solar inverters on constant voltage mode instead of maximum
power mode.
129. Sri. George Porthasis
Progress of on going projects
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203.5 MW hydroelectric projects are under construction under KSEB Limited.
KSEB Ltd may be made accountable for such grave inefficiencies which leads
to the present revenue gap escalation.
Transgrid Expenditure
Income from investment in ISTS (Inter State Transmission Systems)Regional
Assets
The eligible RoE made by KSEBL in the execution of works done in ISTS
(Inter State Transmission Systems) through the State. KSEBL is executing
projects in 400kV systems as a part of transgrid-2 project and same must be
added to the ISTS (Inter State Transmission Systems) and regional assets.
As such, the investment made by Kerala/ KSEBL need to get eligible return
from southern regional constituents in tune with the regulation “sharing of
transmission charges” by CERC.
However, the accounts of KSEBL has not shown any details regarding the
returns received from these assets.
He submitted that, KSEBL may be directed to furnish relevant information
regarding the status of return received by it from the investment made by
Kerala in ISTS systems and account it for filling the “revenue gap”
ToD billing
The present proposal for the time of the day from 18.00 – 22.00 may not
be useful to achieve these objective due to the following;
- 4.19% of the domestic consumers consuming around 12.17% of domestic
consumption & around 6% of total consumption. This is only the essential
minimum for leading the normal evening life in a family and cannot make
any considerable influence in the pattern of consumption.
- It is observed that the period of maximum demand and peak consumption
in Kerala is varying depending up on the season, day & time. Last summer
it was extended up to late nights. Based on the demand pattern, the system
requirement is “dynamic TOD tariff” and TOU tariff according to the season
based and day based on actual demand peak & demand and same is
possible only with the implementation of AMI & Smart-Metering.
The TOD adventure in the middle of AMI & Smart-Meter implementation,

which is supposed to be completed before 31/03/2026 & misplaced
expenditure. is wasteful
Prosumer- Fixed Charge

Consumption of electricity by a Prosumer & accounting solar generation
for FC is against the basic tariff principles. Further, Charging of FC &
wheeling charge together is duplication of charges.
Wheeling charge
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The proposed Rs. 2.45/- as wheeling charge for LT is illogical and the
methodology is against natural justice, or the prudent cost involved in
wheeling the electricity. The proposed calculation included the cost of the
“content” and carried over salary expense from other functions and other
quantum of works. This proposal shall discourage consumers to invest in
solar roof top and adversely affect the RE prospect of the state.
Hence, the wheeling charges may be calculated based on the normative
requirement of O&M cost specified in tariff Regulation.
Summer Tariff
Higher tariff during summer when the sales are high, is against any
business logic. The utility is selling higher quantity during summer, and
they must capture the opportunity with better mind set than trying to limit
sale by increasing the cost.
ToD billing- prosumers
The proposal of KSEB Ltd to implement ToD to the prosumers is in
conflict with the concept of Net Metering.
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at Thiruvananthapuram on 11.09.2024
1. Sri. Nizam Domestic Electricity Consumers Association

Requested to not to increase the tariff and suggested to reduce the tariff by
30% from the existing rates.
2. Sri. Selin Rajeev, Citizens Force of Kerala-

Wide publicity shall be given for the public hearings. The proposals shall be
uploaded in local language also.
It was also in suggested that the hearing should be at the Ward/Panchayat
level.
The tariff shall be reduced by 30%. KSEBL Ltd has reported a profit of Rs.218
crores for 2023-24 which is to be considered.
3. Sri. George Koshy, BLRA 5, Brigade Lane, Vikas Bhavan P.O

KSEB’s employee costs are excessively high. KSEBL Ltd should also
disconnect the power of all non-paying departments, including essential
services.
4. Sri. Anil Kumar BS Congregation for Human Fraternity,

The proposals for the tariff hike should be rejected and the existing charges
should be reduced by 30%.
5. Sri. Vimal Chand A.V KSEBL Pensioners Kootaymma, suubmitted the

following comments
(i) MYT Tariff determination- Multi-year tariff determination process
loses its significance if tariff determination is done on annual basis.
After the truing up of accounts of the licensee, if necessary, the tariff
hike has to be preferred. Hence, the annual tariff revision process
may be avoided.
(ii) Inflation - As the production costs and service costs are increasing
in various sectors, the electricity sector alone shall not escape from
the hike.
(iii) Employee cost - In the year 2003-04 KSEBL Ltd had 24769
employees and in 2022 it was 30321. The increase in the number of
employees is normal, when compares to the number of consumers,
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the energy sold, length of power CKT lines etc. The relationship
between the number of employees and the electricity sold, number
of customers is not logical to compare between National level and
Kerala.
(iv) Power purchase cost. KSEBL Ltd has to make efficient strategies
to reduce their peak power purchase. KSEBL Ltd has to make
efficient planning of their hydro power generation to reduce the
power purchase cost.
(v) ToD – Prosumers
The ToD tariff proposal for the prosumers will deter consumers from
installing solar panels. The prosumers may be directed to install
energy storage systems also.
(vi) KSEBL Ltd expects an amount of Rs. 812.16 Crore from the tariff
revision. However, KSEBL Ltd has not included repayment of bond,
pension contribution as per the actuarial valuation is not included in
the tariff proposal.
6. Sri. Prasanth Ragavanunni , Manager, APJ Refineries Pvt Ltd

M/s APJ Refineries Pvt. Ltd. is engaged in the extraction of oil from waste oil
sourced from various parts of the country. The units are located in the
industrial area in Kanjikode, Palakkad, one at the Edayar industrial belt in
Aluva, and others in different districts. Initially, all their units were classified
under the LT IV (A) Industrial tariff. Subsequently, KSEBL Ltd. reclassified
some of their units under the HT IV (A) Commercial tariff based on the
activities carried out at their premises.
As per the prevailing tariff order, units engaged in oil extraction, along with
filtering and packaging activities carried out on the same premises under the
same service connection, are classified under the LT IV (A) Industrial tariff.
The consumer submitted that, considering the nature of their activities, they
fall under the industrial tariff. Therefore, they have requested the Commission
to reclassify the tariff of those units currently assigned the HT IV (A)
Commercial tariff to the HT I (A) Industrial tariff.
Commission noted the complaint. The Consumer can approach the

CGRF of the concerned region, if the consumer had compliant
regarding the tariff categorisation by KSEBL.
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7. Sri. Saju P, Sarovaram House, Marvel Gardens, Karakulam village,
Nedumangad Taluk, Trivandrum
KSEBL has not provided the revenue and expenditure details. The tariff
proposal contains the revenue gap estimated by the KSEBL. The revenue
gap happened due to the mismanagement of KSEBL. KSEBL has to make
their sincere efforts to increase their non-tariff revenue. Hence, requested to
reject the proposal of KSEBL.
8. Sri.G. Shashidharan, Panjami, Vattavila, Poonkolam, Vellayani P.O
KSEBL has implemented the tariff revision without the approval of the
Government. Smart meters need to be implemented. Commission may also
review the ownership of the vehicles of KSEBL, contract usage and related
expenses.
Commission noted the complaint.
9. Sri. K.Krishnan, General Secretary, Kerala Textiles and Garments dealers
Welfare Association
Requested to avoid the tariff revision to textile show rooms.. It was also
proposed to include a tariff category for textile dealers under the MSME tariff
category.
10. Sri. Sudarshanan, Prasadam, K.P.No:XIII/794, Kattuvilakam, Enikkara,

Karakulam P.O
Avoid the collection of meter and GST on meter rent.
11. Dr. Prem Kumar, Secretary, The Kerala State Small Industries Association
Small Scale Industries may be exempted from the proposed electricity hike.
Requested for removing the 200kW limit for LT V connections.
12. Sri. Medayil Anil Kumar, General Secretary, National Janatha dal
Implement SHPs, ensure seamless integration of solar energy into KSEBL’s
grid; provide maximum pricing for solar fed electricity;; eliminate charges like
meter rent, fuel rent, and surcharges; take monthly readings for billing; rectify
slab irregularities; and issue bills in legible Malayalam with indelible print
13. Sri. Madhusoodhanan K.K, RPAM Industries, Vellar, Kovalam, Trivandrum
KSEBL's proposal for a tariff hike should be rejected.
14. Sri. Jabeena Irshad, General Secretary, Welfare Party of India

The petition for revision in tariff is only available in English which contrary to
the provisions of Electricity Act requiring to be published in the local language.
Though the details were briefly published in Mathrubhumi newspaper, it
lacked necessary details and recommendations. Kerala produces less than
30% of its electricity Requested to avoid further increase in Tariff.
15. Adv Vinod Mathew Wilson representing the General secretary Aam Aadmi
Party.
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• Violation of Electricity Act & Rules: KSEB Ltd and the Commission are
accused of violating the Electricity Act, 2003 and KSERC (Conduct of
Business) Regulations, 2003. The regulations outline procedures for
evidence submission, inspection, and cross-examination, which KSEBL
has not followed.
• Non-compliance of Order in OP No. 8/2008 dated 24.05.2010: Despite
an order to improve arrears collection, KSEB Ltd efforts remain
insufficient. Arrears have continued to increase, reaching Rs. 3780.05
crores as of December 31, 2023. The tariff hike proposal fails to address
this issue adequately.
• Employee Overstaffing: KSEB Ltd has 36,000 permanent employees,
but a study suggests this number should be reduced to 24,000 for optimal
operation. This overstaffing contributes to financial inefficiency.
• Challenges with Smart Metering and RDSS: KSEBL plans for
implementing prepaid smart meters under the RDSS project were
canceled due to financial limitations. The current proposal faces resistance
from KSEB officials and there's a demand to prioritize the Capex/Hybrid
Mode over the TOTEX Mode.
• Accidental Deaths and Responsibility: There is concern over the
number of accidental deaths (161 human and 30 animal deaths) caused
by electric wires and equipment in 2023-24. The lack of accountability from
KSEB and its union regarding these incidents raises questions about
safety protocols.
• Irresponsible Bill Recovery: Consumers are unhappy with KSEBL
aggressive bill recovery from domestic consumers while larger institutions
with significant arrears are not held accountable. This raises concerns
about the fairness of the proposed tariff hike.
• Request to Reject the Petition for Tariff Hike: Considering the above
concerns, consumers request the rejection of the proposed tariff hike.
They suggest that the Commission should explore options for providing
free power, similar to practices in other states.
The Commission noted the suggestions. Considered views of the
Commission on the important issues relevant to this proceedings
are given in Chapter-2 of this Order. A copy of the suggestions
forwarded to KSEB Ltd for consideration.
16. Sri. Bobby Mathews,GRA-103, Pattom, P.O, Trivandrum

Submitted to end the Monopoly of KSEBL by bringing competition or
privatisation.
17. Sri. Jaffar Sadiq M, House No:24, Sajeena Manzil, Arappura Lane, Muttada
Requested for tariff reduction instead of tariff hike. Increase in the tariff will
disproportionately affect low income households, businesses, and
marginalised communities , which is a violation of Article 22 of the Indian
Constitution.
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18. Sri. Pradeep Kumar R.S, HNRA-235, Vambiyura, Trivandrum
Salary of the KSEBL employees are very high which is the reason for the
tariff hike. Requested to avoid further increase in Tariff.
19. Sri.A.Ayyapan Nair, General Secretary, Confederation of Consumer

Vigilance Centre, has requested to reject the tariff revision proposals of
KSEBL.
20. Sri. Sreelatha KS, Sreedeepam, Nehru Nagar-89, Vadakkevila P.O, has
requested to not to approve the tariff hike proposed by the KSEBL.
21. Sri. V.R.Babu, Ajantha, Thoppil, Moongodu P.O, Trivandrum District

Monthly billing may be implemented.
22. Sri, Sreekumar R, Individual consumer.

KSEBL shall create an online facility for raising complaints of the consumer.
KSEBL shall also take steps to increase power generation from RE sources.
23. Sri. Lalu V, Lavanya, Chennilode, Medical College P.O, Sri. Sumesh.S,
Suprabha, Pettah & Rajesh K, Rajagriha, Kumarapuram P.O,
Thiruvananthapuram.
Oppose the proposal for tariff hike. The Commission shall ensure, financial
discipline, accountability and fair management of resources of KSEBL.
24. V. Gopakumaran Nair, General Secretary KEWSA

KSEBL shall take steps to collect the outstanding arrears of more than
Rs.3000 Cr. Install solar PV plants on all building with area 200Sq ft or
above. Store the solar energy available in day time for the use of non solar
hours.
For small dues the dues in the first time may be adjusted against the deposit
available with KSEBL.
25. Sri. Sashi Kumar, Kala Vihar Nagar,Kunnukuzhi, Trivandrum

The Commission may consider the subsidy received from the Government to
private educational institutes while determining tariff.
26. Sri. P.V.Saleem, Karuna, LVMRA-92, Varambassery Junction, Kunnukuzhy

Revise the existing tariff structure. Review the salaries of the employees of
KSEBL. Conduct expenditure audit to identify cost saving opportunities
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27. Smt. Beena Kaatambally, District Treasurer, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida
Rice, Flour and Oil Millers Association
Mini mills play a crucial role in processing farmers' produce into edible food.
Therefore, they may be considered as part of the agricultural ancillary system.
Hence, requested to grant the agriculture tariff.
The current rates are already high compared to other states. Any further
increase could force these mills in Kerala to shut down, leading to job losses.
28. Smt.Mary Pushpam, Councillor,Thiruvananthapuram Municipal

Corporation
The existing tariff in the State is excessively high. Meter Rent should be
withdrawn. Requested not to increase tariff further.
29. Sri. Chandra Babu K, Nisha Bhavan, Parottukonam P.O, Trivandrum

Suggested the following;
• Reading and Billing: Meter readings should be taken on the day the bill is
generated each month, ensuring that charges reflect actual usage.
• Slab System: Energy charges should align with actual consumption.
• Eliminate redundant charges, such as "duty," fuel charge etc.
• Fixed Charges: Fixed charges should not apply if energy is not consumed;
if energy is used, they should be included as part of the energy charge.
• Official Language: All billing descriptions should be provided in Malayalam.
• Meter rent and GST should be waived.
30. Sri. P.J Thomas, Secretary, Domestic On Grid Solar Power Prosumers
Forum-Kerala
KSEBL shall redeploy excess staff. Maximize solar generation and improve
the storage systems. Avoid ToD billing for small consumers. Bills should be
prepared in Malayalam. Meter Rent and excess charge should be avoided.
31. Sri. Saji Samuel, One India One Pension,

Existing tariff in the State is excessively high. In Kerala, electricity is mainly
produced from cheaper hydel sources. Commission may reject the proposal.
32. Sri. P Sukumaran, President, Pulimoodu Residents Association

Requested to reduce the electricity rates. Take efforts for the collection of
arrears. Align the pay structure of KSEBL with Government and other
Government departments. Implement automatic street light shutdown
mechanism.
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33. Sri.Kulakkada Rajendran, District Secretary, Indian National Organisation
For Human Rights Protection
Electricity bills should be simple and transparent. Loss-making projects

should be avoided. Privatization should be encouraged for solar and wind
energy installations.
34. Sri. Sabu T, Kumpukkal, RVRA-No 10, Kanjirambara P.O

C&AG Report of the year 2022, recommends that KSEBL reduce
administrative and power procurement costs. KSEBL has to take the
advantages of the GoI schemes.
35. Sri. Franklin Gomez, President, Human rights Foundation

KSEBL demands Meter Rent for a meter bought by the consumer. The slab
system is not clear. Monthly billing may be implemented. The electricity rate in
Kerala is the highest among other states.
36. Sri. R.V.Madhu, District Secretary, All Kerala Photographers Association

Submitted that the photographers are using advanced, low-power technology
for modern photography. Requested to categorize them under industrial tariff.
37. Sri. Vimala Stanley, Secretary, Kerala Latin Catholic Women’s Association
Tariff is to be reduced by producing power at a lower cost. Also pointed out
that the collection of meter rent for energy meters procured by the consumers
is to be verified.
38. Er, Sudhakaran, Secretary, Association of Solar Energy Producers-Kerala

By law, production companies must pay the distribution agency’s fixed costs.
It is unjustified to charge meter rent under OYEC when consumers pay for the
line and meter upfront. The 10 paise per unit auto-adjustment surcharge also
needs revision.
Kerala cannot meet its electricity demand internally, and buys power from
outside @ Rs. 5.27 to Rs. 10 per unit. Delays in completing new projects
exacerbate this issue. On-grid solar projects can help reduce transmission
losses. It is requested that the rate paid to prosumers be increased from Rs.
3.15 to Rs. 4 per unit to encourage more participation.
39. Sri. K Sreekumara Varier, OMKAR, D-73/1, Dhanalakshmi Lane, Sreechithra

Nagar Karavila Road, Pangode, Thirumala P.O
KSEBL has to reduce their wasteful expenditures. The huge loss accumulated
in the KSEBL is due to its mis management. The tariff hike proposed by the
KSEBL may be rejected.
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40. Sri. Arun Mohan.S, Representation for the disabled people in Kerala
Surcharge, duty@10% of energy charge and fixed charge are additional
burden to the consumers. Other charges should be waived.
Commission noted the suggestion
41. Sri.K.A Sugathan

The proposed tariff hike is unjustifiable. ToD metering will abolish telescopic
rate. The calculation are not correct and inconsistent, and the same shall not
be considered for tariff determination.
42. Sri. Aleem Kairali, Vallakadav Residents Coordination Committee

Billing has to be made on monthly basis. The decision on tariff revision may
be taken only after verifying the detail provided by the KSEBL.
43. Sri. S.Vishvakumaran Nair, Joint Secretary, M.E.R.A

Billing system should prioritise simplicity, transparency, efficiency and should
have clarity. Slab system should be eliminated. Night-time electricity usage,
common in residential areas, should be charged at the same rate as daytime.
To optimize hydropower, silt removal from dams should be implemented to
maximize water storage, enhancing energy production and reducing costs.
Commission noted the suggestions and a copy may be forwarded to

KSEB Ltd for consideration
44. Sri. P.V.Joseph, Pulickeel, CNRA-70, Nalanchira P.O

GST on Meter Rent should be avoided. The delay in replacing damaged
meters should be avoided. Arrears outstanding shall be collected urgently.
KSEBL can generate revenue through advertisements.
45. Sri. K.G.Madhukumar, Krishnavilasam, Cheruvickal, Sreekariyam Post

Reduce KSEBL employee salaries. Implement monthly meter readings. Install
smart meters with Central Government support. Collect all outstanding dues.
Increase internal generation.
46. Sri. Ali S, Joint Secretary, DECA

There are discrepancies in the petition. The proposed increase in fixed charge
is not justifiable. KSEBL should implement OTS for collection of arrears.
Proposed remedies include a social audit of KSEBL’s income and
expenditure, revising LT-HT distribution lines, improving transformer quality,
prioritizing smart meter installations in industrial sectors, and introducing
prepaid meters for domestic consumers with less than 50 units of
consumption. Fixed charges for such consumers should be eliminated. Non-
functional connections should be disconnected after three months, and hiring
should be merit-based.
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47. Sri. V.Chandal Nair, Devayani Bhavan, Vittiyam

Requested not to increase the tariff.
48. Sri. KK Surendran, Secretary, All India Electricity Consumers Association,

Kerala Chapter
The proposed tariff hike and additional summer charge by KSEBL will heavily
burden consumers. Despite the retirement of over 8,000 employees, which
has reduced costs, and sufficient rainfall boosting dam storage and enabling
full-capacity power production, KSEBL still seeks a rate hike. The proposal for
the tariff hike may be rejected.
49. Sri. K.C.James, Kottuthundayil, Erathuvadakara, P.O

Submitted that recommendation for a special tariff during peak hours (6 pm to
11 pm) is unacceptable and unscientific. Collecting monthly meter rent after
the consumer has purchased the meter is illogical. Power outages in rural
areas occur frequently, and consumer complaints are often ignored. Solar
energy producers cannot achieve full plant capacity due to inefficiencies in the
system.
The cancellation of the PPA signed in 2014 at lower rates was a missed
opportunity for cost savings. KSEBL should explore alternative energy
generation methods, such as solar installations in powerhouses, airports, and
other public spaces.
50. Sri. Prakash K P, HRA 15, Thiruvananthapuram

KSEBL is not taking interest to purchase electricity at cheaper rate.
51. Sri. Abraham Thomas(Joji), Trivandrum Chamber of Commerce and

Industry
KSEBL has been forced to buy power at high rates (up to ₹16/unit) due to the
cancellation of long-term power purchase agreements. This has led to
financial strain, resulting in higher tariffs for Kerala’s consumers. It is urged
that the commission reinstate long-term contracts for a stable, affordable
energy supply, rather than opting for costly new agreements. The steady
increase in power tariffs threatens both public welfare and industrial growth.
Stabilizing tariffs through long-term agreements is crucial to prevent economic
hardship.
LT IV category, have concerns about power factor adjustments and penalties
for low performance. While maintaining a 0.9 power factor is important for
efficiency, gradual implementation and leniency are requested. Additionally,
many consumers have received inflated or erroneous bills, causing
widespread dissatisfaction.
KSEBL also needs to enhance operational and financial efficiency, reduce
unnecessary expenses, and modernize its infrastructure to prevent further
rate hikes.
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The commission should continue tariff concessions for vulnerable groups and
industries. The current 11% reduction for certain categories should remain,
and punctual bill payers should continue receiving a 3% concession.
Commission noted the suggestions. A copy of the suggestion may be

forwarded to KSEB Ltd for consideration
52. Sri. M.R.Premachandra Bhatt, The Seafood Exporters Association of India

The Seafood Exporters Association of India (SEAI) requested the Kerala
State Electricity Regulatory Commission to categorize fish processing units
under the agriculture tariff or a special category with lower rates.
53. Dr. B.Sivasubramonian, KNRA 19, BhARADWAJ, Peroorkada P.O

KSEBL expects prosumers to pay similar amounts as before installing rooftop
solar (RTP), claiming they use energy extravagantly. Many prosumers take
loans to install RTP, supporting the nation’s green energy policy and reducing
reliance on external power. Government schemes make solar installations
accessible to everyone.
Therefore, the tariff revision should be reconsidered, and KSEBL should focus
on reducing expenses, optimizing staff, and improving operations.
Additionally, there is a lack of competition in power production, transmission,
and distribution in Kerala, leading to inefficiency in KSEBL's performance.
Introducing competition should be considered to improve efficiency.
54. Kerala Electricity Employees Confederation-INTUC

KSEBL should be maintained for the benefit of the people and operate on a
no-profit, no-loss basis. While electricity rates may need to fluctuate based on
financial needs, KSEBL must ensure fair pricing and transparency. Despite
collection efficiency, outstanding dues from public institutions, such as the
Water Authority, add to the burden. Financial mismanagement, including
losses from projects like Purapura Solar, expensive power contracts, and the
KFON initiative, have contributed to KSEBL’s liabilities. Extravagant
expenses, such as the CMDRF donation shall not be passed on to the
consumers. The Commission should ensure transparency, particularly
regarding hydroelectric projects. The public should not be held accountable
for mismanagement and should be involved in the decision-making process.
55. Smt. Haleema Beevi, State President, Human Rights Protection

Organisation
Suggested that KSEBL should adopt an income-based system, utilizing
BPL/APL/White Cards, with 150 free units for BPL households and reduced
rates for APL cardholders for setting tariff concessions.
A Smart Meter Scheme should replace bi-monthly billing, and unnecessary
charges like meter rent and surcharges should be abolished. Billing
grievances should be addressed at the Panchayath level. A judicial inquiry is
needed to investigate KSEBL's dealings and the reasons behind rate hikes.
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Employee salaries and pensions should align with State government levels.
Solar power users should not be discouraged. Arrears should also be
collected.
56. Sri. Kiran S Palakkal, State President, Bakers Association Kerala

KSEBL shall publish information about tariff in all section offices. The tariff
rates should be made available in Malayalam. Monthly billing may be
implemented instead of bi-monthly billing.
57. Adv.B.Rajashekaran Nair, GRA-245, Gowreesapattom,
Thiruvananthapuram
KSEBL shall bifurcate into generation, transmission, and distribution units.
Adopting smart meters for efficiency. Replacing underground cables, and
rationalizing the inflated workforce.
The poor work culture, excessive salaries, lack of accountability, corruption,
and political interference must also be addressed. KSEBL should explore
renewable energy options. Take steps to recover dues from defaulters.
58. Kerala State Human Rights Protection Council
Requested the Commission not to approve the proposed tariff hike by KSEBL
Ltd.
59. Sri. Deijo Kappan, President, Democratic Human Rights and Environment
Protection Forum
The revenue and expenditure estimates submitted by KSEBL is not
consistent. The proposed rate hikes are unjustified, based on false
calculations, and contrary to the government's pro-poor policies. KSEBL Ltd,
as a public entity, has a social responsibility to provide affordable,
uninterrupted power. However, it has failed to follow key regulatory directives,
such as the 2010 order on arrears collection.
KSEBL's frequent rate hike proposals, citing reasons like low reservoir levels
or excess electricity production, are inconsistent and do not benefit
consumers. Despite a surplus of electricity in 2018, the Board did not pass on
savings to consumers. The increase in fixed charges for domestic and small
businesses is unfair and undermines the right to access cheaper power
through open access, which could lead to the collapse of small businesses
and agriculture.
KSEBL’s project management is inefficient. The projects frequently taking
double the time and cost. Discrepancies in financial data submitted to the
Commission further raise concern. States like Telangana and Delhi offer free
or reduced electricity rates to agricultural and domestic consumers. KSEBL’s
demand for a rate hike is unnecessary. Reject the tariff hike proposal by
KSEBL.
60. Sri. Philippe Mathew, Srambikkal House, Kallupaara P.O

The Commission should direct KSEBL to implement monthly billing. Ensure
transparency by issuing clear and accessible bills to consumers. The
placement of electric lines should be handled by the revenue department to
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avoid disputes. Complaints in KSEBL forums should be allowed in Malayalam,
with translations provided for English. Prepaid electricity should be mandated
for agricultural purposes. Fixed charges should be based on actual
consumption. For disconnection, notice must be given before action is taken.
61. Sri.B. Joshi Basu, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi
Implement smart meters as soon as possible. Monthly billing may be
implemented. Requested for complete withdrawal of the Electricity Duty and
Meter Rent. He also requested that the deposit amount not be increased and
the fuel charges be avoided. Requested to reject the proposal for tariff hike.
62. Sri.C.G.Antony, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood Industries Owners
Association & Sri. Prakash Sarma H, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood
Industries Owners Association
Fixed Charge may be avoided. Install Smart Meter. Reject the proposal for
tariff hike.
63. Sri. J Sunil, Kerala Plastics Manufacturers Association
The proposed tariff hike of 15 paise per unit shall be restricted to 10
paise/unit. It was also submitted that the tariff revision shall be carried out only
once in three years.
• Since, the Plastic industries are power intensive units, the present limit
of 100 KVA for LT category shall be increased to 200 KVA. This decision will
attract more investments in small and micro units, resulting in more
consumption of power and revenue
• The Consumers shall be given at least 90 days for rectifying any
variation in Power factor (PF) or Maximum Demand (MD). This ensures a
natural justice for those who exceeds their limits unintentionally. Penalty for
any offence shall be charged with a retrospective period of 3 months only.
• The proposal for restriction of single motor capacity as 50 HP shall not
be promoted whereas, the total connected load shall be taken into account for
classification of LT or HT.
• Plastic Recycling is a priority sector and hence requested before the
Commission to provide concessional tariff.
64. Sri. P P Baburaj, Kerala Domestic Solar Prosumers Community

The Kerala Domestic Solar Prosumers Community (KDSPC) is a collective of
around 3,000 solar power producers in Purpurpuram, Kerala, representing
diverse social, economic, and educational backgrounds. The group aims to
organize its members, leveraging their expertise to help make Kerala energy
self-sufficient. KDSPC provides members with a clear understanding of solar
power technology, the role of power distribution companies, and technical
assistance for setting up new solar plants. Each prosumer is engaged in
reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change. The platform
facilitates idea exchange and discussion on renewable energy developments,
as well as government policies affecting energy generation and distribution.
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Members have opportunities to connect with experts in various fields. KDSPC
fully supports the initiatives of the Kerala State Regulatory Commission and
requests representation in relevant discussions. They requested before the
Commission to consider the issues of solar prosumers while determining the
tariff.
65. Sri.Baiju P Haridas, General Secretary, All Kerala Tyre Works Association
The figures in the petition are contradictory and misleading. KSEBL generates
about 30% of electricity at a low cost, sells it at the highest price in India due
to inflated figures. This is a deliberate attempt to mask mismanagement,
corruption, and high salaries, along with failures in implementing advanced
technologies and adhering to legal procedures in power purchase contracts.
Requested to reject the tariff hike and reduce the tariff by 30%.
66. Sri. Jayakrishnan, J K Farms
Guest rooms are also provided as part of farm tourism for those who visit the
farm. But the tariff is commercial tariff as there is no fixed tariff for farm stays.
Farm stays should be sanctioned by determining the farm tariff and should be
treated as a supplement to agriculture and allowed an equivalent tariff or at
least domestic tariff.
67. Sri. Vijaya Das Pandit, State PRO, INOHRP, Aparanna bhavan
Implement monthly meter readings. Eliminate meter rent and increase slab
counts while revising unit rates to align with the national average. Waive off
deposit charges for new connections. Reform the workforce by reducing it by
one-third. Requested that the tariff should not be increased for the next two
years.
68. Sri. Joseph Sebastian, State Treasurer, Council of CBSE Schools, Kerala
Currently, CBSE schools are classified under KSEBL tariff LT VI(F). It is
requested that
1) Change the tariff classification to LT VI(A) for unaided schools managed by
charitable societies without hostels.
2) Calculate fixed charges based on actual usage as recorded by KSEBL
meters, not on connected load.
69. Sri. Prakash Sarma H, General Secretary, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood
Industries Owners Association
The proposal for a tariff hike by KSEBL contradicts the Kerala Government's
vision for industrial promotion. KSEBL's rates already higher than those of
neighbouring states, and electricity primarily generated from inexpensive
natural water sources, the rationale behind the proposed rate increase
remains unclear. The hike is intended to cover employee salary increases and
enhanced pension distributions, which unfairly shifts the financial burden onto
the public. KSEBL should focus on improving operational efficiency, promote
renewable energy sources, and providing relief to low-income households.
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70. Sri. Shan Anjal, Kerala Cherukida Rice and Flower Oil Mill Association.
Fixed charge has to be avoided. Proper prior intimation and notification with
regard to supply interruption is to be given because as it is affecting the motor
and other instruments which is creating a huge loss.
71. Sri.Shibu K S, RBI
Submitted that Tariff of RBI is under HT II B Category which is applicable for

commercial banking and the financial institutions, RBI does not have any
commercial business and only business the RBI have is the banking of
Central Government and State Government. He requested to categorise RBI
in the Government organisation which is HT 2A category.
72. Advocate Mohan Varghese, KDSPC

Submitted that Section 63 of Electricity Act specifies to determine tariff based
on load factor, power factor, voltage and geographical position of the
consumer and not according to seasonal. The proposal of summer tariff is
against law. The reason for Tariff hike is the expenses of KSEBL and the
consumers are not responsible. There are 2 lakh solar prosumers generating
energy without any expense for KSEBL Ltd. TOD metering is not to be
allowed.
73. Sri. P Prasad, Consumer

The number of employees is too high in KSEBL which needs reduction. No
proper initiatives are taken for internal generation. KSEBL is purchasing
electricity from outside State for meeting the electricity demand of the State.
The arrears should be collected.
74. Sri. Vijayan, Consumer

Submitted that KSEBL Ltd is charging meter rent, fixed charge, charge of
duty, fuel and auto recovery charges, annual ACD and surcharge. Requested
to withdraw that charges.
75. Sri. Chandran Nair, Consumer

There should be no tariff hike under any circumstances. Tamil Nadu is
providing 100 units free monthly which is also to be followed in Kerala. KSEBL
Ltd is taking no proper initiatives to produce electricity in Kerala.
76. Sri. Pradeep Bhattathiri, Electric vehicles association- Kerala
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KSEBL Ltd has stated that purchase the power for higher price will have to
continue unless the established capacity is not increased. Though there are
solar plants and other established capacities, KSEBL Ltd do not consider it as
an efficient established capacity which is a contradictory 100% renewable
energy by 2040. The problem is with the vision of the KSEBL Ltd. The main
points to be addressed are mismanagement of the KSEBL Ltd and
transmission loss.
77. Advocate P K Shankaran Kutty, Universal Study Circle

The electricity bill requires greater clarity, as terms like energy charge, duty,
fuel surcharge, fixed charge, meter rent, and auto recovery are unfamiliar to
the general public. It was suggested that the bills be made available in
Malayalam. Unnecessary expenditures have been incurred by KSEBL due to
salary hikes for employees. Additionally, despite having 44 rivers, there have
been no new generation projects initiated in Kerala.
78. Sri. Anil Kumar, Private Hostel Owners Association

Submitted that they are running PGs in houses itself and requested that they
need to be treated with a separate tariff.
79. Sri. Joseph Rajan, Green Valley Residents Association

Implement smart meters, and take steps to prevent electricity theft. Hydro
projects, nuclear energy projects, or wind energy projects should be
developed; however, KSEBL and the SERC are not taking the necessary
measures. Additionally suggested that, measures must be taken to prevent
accidents during electricity-related work. It was requested that the
Commission not accept the tariff petition.
80. Sri. Mohan John, Kollam

Wind energy has to be promoted in a Kerala. KSEBL employees should
behave in a decent manner.
81. Sri. Abdul Raoof

Slab system is very confusing. It is difficult for the common people to
understand and the bill is fading easily. Meter reading is not understandable
for the common.
82. Sri. John Koshy

Cancellation of the long term PPAs are one of the reason for the tariff hike.
This liability should not be passed on to the consumers. The tariff shall not be
increased.
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83. Dr Roy
The petition filed by the KSEBL is not consumer friendly. The power purchase
of Kerala is very high which has been the reason for proposed increase.
Salary for the employees in KSEBL should be based on the government pay
scale.
84. Sri. Santhosh

KSEBL Ltd is a monopoly in Kerala. The Electricity Act, 2003 specifies that
monopoly has to stop and it is the duty of the Commission to prevent
monopoly. Inefficiency and flaws in the management is the main reason for
the failure of KSEBL Ltd. The petition has to be rejected.
85. Sri. Gokulam Nair

Power should be generated in Kerala through various methods including
using thorium which is available in Kerala.
86. Sri. Bibin S Neyatinkara

There is no need of tariff hike now which is against the Article 47 of the
Constitution. Long term PPA which was rejected has made a great burden for
the consumers now. Small projects should be brought with the help of the
local self governments. BPL families and farmers who use below 100 units
should be subsidized.
87. Sri. Melvin Vinod
KSEBL Ltd is not consumer friendly. 90% of people are using below 200 units.
has to be given free of cost.
88. Sri. V T Cheriyan

Phone calls are not attended by the employees of the KSEBL Ltd and are not
consumer friendly. Accidents should be avoided.
89. Sri. Jayakrishnan

Requested that farm stay also be treated at par with home stay and extend
domestic tariff for farm stay also.
90. Sri. Vyshakh

Smart meter should be implemented. There are severe supply interruptions
during rain and even during summer. There are no proper transformers and
the existing transformers are not having sufficient load. Requested that the
tariff should not be increased.
91. Sri. Sudheesh, Kerala Service and Utility Service Forum
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Prosumers should be encouraged to maximize generation rather than being
limited in production. Solar affordability remains a significant issue.
Degradation is occurring within KSEBL Ltd., and there is untapped solar
potential in the state that requires awareness. KSEBL Ltd. should
demonstrate social commitment, and competition should be invited into the
sector.
92. Sri. James Kutty Thomas

The collection of meter rent and fixed charges for solar prosumers should be
reconsidered. Whenever a solar prosumer is ready for connection, KSEBL
begins by checking the connected load and forces a change from a single-
phase to a three-phase connection, which is not a correct practice. Suggested
that matters related to KSEBL Ltd. should be published in Malayalam to
ensure consumers can easily understand.
93. Sri. Saji Mathew, MRF Ltd. Kottayam
1) Tariff Proposal may be considered only after review of Mid-term

Performance Review and True-up of 2023-24.
2) High voltage rebate in accordance with regulation 10 of Supply Code

2014 and its amendments.
3) Open Access consumers charged State transmission charges for

underutilized Energy
Submitted that KSEBL has taking the underutilized energy from Open
Access consumers without any compensation as per the direction from the
Commission since 01.09.2021. KSEB Ltd has been collecting cross
subsidy surcharge for the unutilized energy, this should be avoided.
4) KSEBL Objection against Domestic Solar Prosumers

Submitted that the increasing number of solar prosumers will not influence
the current power flow status in Kerala.
94. Suresh Kumar MG, KSEB Senior Forum
Tariff proposal made by KSEB is acceptable. The Socio-economic scenario

has to be addressed while determining the tariff. Energy efficiency should be
increased. Submitted that the Forum is not accepting on the cross subsidy in
the tariff petition. Revision has to be made in the tariff of HT EHT industrial
consumers and increase in agriculture and domestic with low income has to
be also reduced. TOD for solar prosumers need not to be the part of the tariff
revision proposal. It was also submitted that for ToD tariff, total consumption
of the prosumers shall have to be taken into account. It was also stated that
the criteria for availing the ToD tariff shall not be limited to the prosumer
category only. In case of summer tariff, stated that the Summar Tariff proposal
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of the KSEB Ltd shall not aid the load shift of KSEB Ltd. People are forced to
use more electricity during the summer and it cannot be seen as a luxury
usage during summer and so do not agree with the summer tariff. It was also
submitted that Fixed Charge shall be calculated based on the Demand
recorded and status quo should be maintained until a system is implemented
to estimate the demand.
95. KSEB Officers Association

Social relevance of the Board has to be given importance. Maintain
production, transmission and distribution network reliability. Quality of the
current has to be given priority. Another important factor is the economic
stability of the Board. Fixed charge on the basis of connected load has to be
stopped. Monthly consumption above 250 unit for the LT consumer LT TOD
proposal, LT 1V, LT 1, in that in off peak period 100 percent should be
changed into 90 percent. TOD tariff for prosumers is relevant in this petition.
Two phase connection for the railway makes imbalance and creates
overloading. Government administration hostels current tariff should be
followed, circus also current tariff should be followed. Conclaves should be
conducted.
Reasons for Power Purchase Cost Increase

• Energy Charges- 22% increase due to revision in domestic coal prices,
transportation charges, blending ratio, and calorific value.
• Ash Evacuation Expenses- Rs 104.68 Cr paid during the year.
• Fixed Charges Revision- Rs 56.76 Cr arrears for the 2014-19 and 2019-22
tariff periods (true-up adjustments).
• Supplementary Claims- Rs 105.65 Cr, including water cess, security, RLDC
charges, and incentives.
• ISTS Charges
Reducing Revenue Gaps
• Ensuring Resource adequacy–Optimizing the cost and mix of energy

sources
• Diversification of Revenue through Business- Explore new income streams
by diversifying business activities.
• Optimal Utilization of Assets- Efficiently use land and buildings to maximize
returns.
• Energy Transition- Develop energy solutions for Industrial Parks ,
Corridors and focus on downstream benefits for regions like Vizhinjam.
• Reduce electricity interruptions by implementing solutions to minimize
power disruptions and Hot line maintenance.
• Mobile Transformer & BESS Model–For Temporary Connections
• Metering Solutions – Provide Time-of-Day(ToD),Prepaid, Self Reading
and Smart Meters to consumers as a choice.
Regulatory Support has to be provided to Incentivize Storage Solutions.
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Summer Tariff: The proposed 10 paise/unit as summer tariff during January
to May is not acceptable to the association. Hence, a 4 paise/unit charge
throughout the entire year would be more reasonable. Further, spreading this
increase throughout the year would reduce the financial burden on
consumers.
Revision of Fixed Charge for LT Consumers: The proposal of KSEB Ltd to

revise the fixed charge based on Connected Load for LT I (Three Phase
Domestic) and LT VI (E) General consumers is impractical and unjust. The
Fixed charge shall be based on Recorded Maximum Demand (RMD). Further
it shall be limited to monthly billed consumers for the time being.
Time of Day (ToD) Tariff Proposal for domestic consumers: Optional ToD
Tariff shall be extended for any consumer, regardless of consumption or
category, upon request.
ToD Tariff for Prosumers: The proposal of KSEB Ltd in the billing procedure
of prosumers are outside the scope of the tariff petition. The billing procedure
is already defined in the KSERC (Renewable Energy and Net Metering)
Regulations 2020 and its amendments. If any amendments are needed to the
billing procedure, a separate petition should be filed to amend Regulation
2020. Hence, the said revision proposed by the KSEB Ltd is irrelevant.
Railway Traction: The use of two-phase connections for traction affects the
loading capacity of transformers and transmission lines. The imbalanced
heavy loading in railway traction leads to voltage fluctuations and EHT feeder
tripping. Further, during March and April, EHT feeders, including Interstate
feeders, experience tripping due to traction overload. Association submitted
the following recommendations:
1) Compensation for Two-Phase Supply: Consider imposing an additional

charge in the FC (Fixed Charges) and EC (Energy Charges) on railway
tariffs as compensation for two-phase supply.
2) Differentiated Tariffs: Provide two separate tariffs for railways, one for
balanced three-phase connections and another for two-phase
connections.
3) Encouraging Balanced Supply: Charging higher tariffs for unbalanced

supply will incentivize railways to switch to a balanced three-phase
connection.
Association submitted that implementing these measures can help

manage load imbalance and improve the efficiency of power supply to
railway traction systems.
Tariff recategorization
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Educational institutions- Hostel: Tariff applicable to Hostels of educational
institutions under government administrative control shall remain in the
existing tariff.
Circus- Tariff: Tariff applicable to Circus shall remain in the existing tariff.
Houseboat- tariff: Houseboat charging is currently categorized under LT VII,

it shall be recategorized to LT X.
Enhancing the Consumer-KSEB Relationship Consumer Interaction

Programs:
Conclaves and Adalaths(IGRC) to address consumer grievances and foster

open dialogue. Face-to-face campaigns organized by associations to directly
engage with consumers and understand their concerns. Implement a 24/7
helpline for faster response to consumer queries and complaints. Enhance
digital platforms (mobile app/website) for easy bill payment, service requests,
and issue tracking.
Conduct awareness campaigns on energy conservation and efficient usage.

Provide detailed information on tariff structures and regulatory changes
through regular updates.
Introduce a consumer feedback system for continuous improvement based on
customer inputs. Periodic surveys to assess consumer satisfaction and areas
of improvement.
96. Sri. Noushad, Electricity Officers Confederation

Solar energy generated- ToD metering- prosumers
The net energy injected in time periods other than peak hours shall not be
allowed to adjust against peak hour consumption. At all other time periods,
except energy injection during peak hours, 100% of the net energy injected in
any time periods will be allowed to adjust against the consumption, during the
time period other than peak hours.
Confederation requested before the Commission to introduce ToD metering
and billing to all prosumers irrespective of the connected load of the
prosumer.
Further a 5 kW solar plant may produce 20 Units, 75% of the balance energy
can be used during peak. If any left, 90% can be used.
Solar prosumers
Due to the energy banking of prosumers will result a yearly financial burden of
Rs 310 Cr to KSEBL
Hybrid Inverters shall be used along with Battery storage. Instead of Lithium-
ion battery, low cost tubular battery may be introduced.
Subsidy may be given by KSEB from the savings or from MNRE.
Industrial Consumers- Incentive ToD
Normal rate is proposed for off peak hours.
Reduction of 10% shall be given for off peak. (Shift during off peak to be
promoted)
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Domestic tariff – ToD reduction
KSEB Ltd. proposes 10% reduction in energy charge during day time for
domestic consumers with monthly consumption above 250 units i.e. the rate
applicable to normal time zone is 90% of the normal ruling rate instead of
existing rate of 100%.
Being a new initiative KSEB proposes a revenue neutral proposal before the
Commission. Hence, 5% hike in rate is proposed for ToD billed domestic
consumers in peak time zone and 10% in off-peak time zone.
Association suggested swapping of 10% and 5%.
Hybrid Systems
For Consumers without Solar
Planning to Installs an on grid solar plant with a UPS equipped with timer
circuit technology.
For Those Hesitant about UPS
Suggests hybrid systems with Lithium Ion or Lead Acid batteries. Prioritizes
battery backup during peak hours.
Benefits for KSEB- Hybrid
- Reduced Peak Demand
- Improved Grid Stability
- Lower Operational Costs
- Increased Revenue
- Enhanced Consumer Engagement
97. KSEB Workers Association - CITU

Organization submitted that they promotes and supports timely reforms in the
industry. Due to the implementation of spot billing the readings are taken
exactly within 2 months and accurate income is generated. Through the
system change implemented during 2009-10, efficiency was increased without
increasing the number of employees.
KSEBL should proceed efficiently as a public sector service organization.
Then only weaker sections will have the access to quality and affordable
electricity.
At present there are 139 Lakh electricity consumers in Kerala. Although the
sale volume has increased exponentially, the employee cost has not
increased accordingly. As part of computerization, staff can be reduced in
office work. Mainly billing, meter reading etc.
Inflation
The CPI (Consumer price Index) of the last 5 years is Average 4% Inflation
Rate. Inflation is directly affected in all sectors such as Power purchase,
Capital Investment and Labour. After 2014, the Commission approves the
expenses of the KSEB Ltd as per the norms only. Relatively the approved
expense is less than actuals. At present the Commission
Long pending arrears
The arrears entangled in Revenue recovery and Court cases have been there
since time immemorial. Association submitted that even after excluding Covid
period, the annual accumulation of the pending arrears has not come up
much.
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Further, the arrears of the water authority related to the supply of drinking
water shall be considered separately.
Solar Prosumers- ToD
Due to the existing differential pricing system for electricity in the country, all
consumers should be brought under the TOD system
Other- Tariff
Association submitted that even the 4% increase demanded by KSEBL
through this tariff petition is insufficient
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Comments received through e-mail, by post on the tariff revision proposal
of KSEBL
1) Sri. Shanavas, Cheleri, Malappuram.
Please avoid the additional charges on the electricity bill and also avoid the
Additional Cash Deposit (ACD), as it is not useful to the consumer.
Commission noted the suggestion.
2) Sri. Sakkeer, Puthuvalparambu, Dr. Veena Mohandas, Vazhuthakkad, Sri.
Mathews M. J.
Opposes the proposal of KSEB Ltd for tariff hike.
3) Sri. Jacob C John, Pearl GIGI Aqua Palakkad

Provide a bill in a simple format to easily understand. Electricity charge may be
levied only to the energy consumed.
4) Sri. Sudheer Kumar C.P
Provide monthly bill, reduce the tariff for low consuming consumers and increase
for high consuming categories.
5) Sri. Jayappan Chellat, Sri. Pradeep, Palakkad.
Urged reduction in the salary scale and expenses of KSEB officials, the
elimination of meter rent, and strongly oppose any tariff increase.
6) Sri. Azees Paloor
KSEBL shall explore alternative income sources. Implement monthly billing.
7) Sri. Radhakrishnan K G
KSEB should publish all proposals on their website in Malayalam.
8) Sri. Yohannan P.V, Sri. Paul Yohannan, Sri. Razak alukal, Smt. Jeena Nazar
Sri.Sathya Kumari K. P, Smt. Reena, Sri. Vijeesh, Sri. Jaikumar A, Sri. Tijo
Joseph, Sri. Jacob Eappen, Sri. Ajeesh M J, Sri. Muralidharan
Balachandran
Oppose the tariff hike and request to reduce the rate. Provide Monthly bill.
9) Sri. Shanker Mani
KSEB Ltd should implement monthly billing
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10) Sri. Wilson K.B, Sri. Krishn Ayyar, Cherp., Sri. Sabu T, Sri. Sulaiman
Thottathil, Cherukida Rice Flour Oil Mill, Sri. Ramadasan, Sri. Bino
Thomas, All India Electricity Consumers Association, Kollam District, Sri.
Mathewkutty, Sri. Muraleedharan Nair, Smt. Lisna O B, Sri. Rafeeq, Sri.
Siddique Aboobacker
Sri. Ismail Karukapadath, Sri. Ratheesh G.B, Smt. Saleena Subair
Opposes the proposal of KSEB Ltd for tariff hike.

11) Kerala Electrical Wireman & Supervisors Association, State Committee:
● Collect pending arrears from public sector, private companies
● Delay in processing solar projects should be avoided
● Make solar generation compulsory for buildings and houses above 2000 sq
ft.
● Implement Battery Energy Storage System
● Give more importance to Hydro Electric Projects and start Nuclear Power
Plant in Kerala.
● Use UG Cable and ABC instead of OH lines
● Delay disconnection as per the collected Security Deposit for small
consumers, fine can be imposed.
● Collecting ACD should not be based on high consumption in a small period
● Unified connection procedures should be there throughout the state.
● Increased deposit and payment at the time of connection needs re-
examination.
Commission noted the suggestion. Copy of the suggestions forwarded
to KSEB Ltd for consideration
12) Sri. Jacob Ittoop, Sri. Nandumon, Kozhikode, Sri. Hamlet Abraham, Sri.
Sudheesh Radhakrishnan, Sri. Vijeesh T.P, Sri. Rajakumar G, Varkala, Sri.
Biju Joseph, Residence Apex Council of Kerala (RACK), Sri. Shaji C, Sri.
Geevarghese, Sri. P. M. Prabhakaran, Sri. T.A. Mohamed, Sri.
Madhavankutty C.P, Sri. Krishnan Iyer, Sri. Raghuram K. Nair, Smt. Elsie
Rajan, Kochi
Opposes the tariff hike. Withdraw the Meter Rent, ACD, GST on Meter Rent.
Electricity bill should be simple and transparent.

13) Marxist Leninist Party of India(Red Flag) State Committee:
● Mismanagement of KSEBL created the situation for tariff hike
● Power purchase should be more transparent
● Action should be taken against those who causes financial losses to KSEBL
● Mismatches in financial details submitted by KSEBL
● KSEBL is a service oriented company and not profit oriented. So tariff hike
cannot be accepted.
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● Hydroelectric power stations which have completed the contract period,
including Maniyar, should be transferred to KSEBL.
Commission noted the suggestion. Copy of the suggestions forwarded

to KSEB Ltd for consideration
14) Sri. Paul V Francis
KSEB Ltd has failed in projects such as the Ernakulam Diesel Power Plant and
the Vizhinjam Wave Energy Project. Utilizing such projects to generate electricity
would help reduce the electricity deficit. Promote renewable energy sources like
wind and solar power. Install nuclear plants without affecting environment.
15) Sri.Cherian MP, Nedungapra
● Prior to increasing Tariff, collect all the pending arrears and disconnect
services for customers who fail to settle their dues.
● Suggest KSEBL to install solar plants at consumers' premises, with the costs
collected through their electricity bills.

16) Sri. Akhil, Sri. Rahmath P A, Kalamassery, Sri.Muraleedharan M , Sri. Abdul
Sabu Abdul Latheef, Sri. Ahammasd Pathirippatta, Sri. Radhakrishnan KG,
Sri. Sanil Valiyaveetil, Sri. Mammad Pandikashala, Sri. Shihab Izin Azaan
Hashi, Sri. G K, Sri.Suhaib, Sri. Binu K Mathew, Sri. Rajeev N R
- Opposes the tariff hike

- Wider publicity shall be given for public hearing
- Billing system of KSEBL is out dated
- Strongly opposing the tariff hike and requested to avoid the meter rent in
the electricity bill.

17) Sri. Abdul Latheef
The Street lights are not turned off after its use which is wasting the energy.
KSEB Ltd should collect the arrears and also regularise the employee salary in
line with prevailing standards. Opposes the proposal for tariff hike.
18) Citizen Force of Kerala:
● Petition of tariff revision should be made available to all consumers through
WhatsApp or SMS
● Conduct hearing at ward and panchayat level and ensure proper
communication regarding orders and regulations with the public.
● Electricity bill should be reduced by 30 %
● Consider ways to increase electricity production and to decrease expenses.
● Existing slab tariff should be examined
● Pending due bills of consumers should be collected at the earliest
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19) Magician Gopinath Pisharody
Promptly collect arrears from respective consumers regardless of political
consideration. Ensure that all the street lights are turned off on time and it should
be scheduled according to the season and monitored accurately.
20) Dr.Shereef H Mohammed, Sri. Ahmed Muhyuddin Kutty, Sri. K. K. Sabu
Sri. Dinesh Kurup, Sri. Gopinathan P, Smt. Remadevi, Sri. Shankaran
Nambuthiri, Dr. Reji Joseph,
● Strongly opposes tariff hike. KSEBLs financial crisis are due to excessive
number of employees, high salary package, corruption, unjustified salary
hike , failure to secure low-cost central electricity due to lack of timely
intervention etc.
● Lack of long-term proposals to address increase in electricity demand
● Request to reschedule settlement period of solar prosumers from 1 st
October to 30th September
● Stop frequent ACD collection and return the excess ACDs to respective
consumers

21) All Kerala Licensed Wiremen Supervisor’s Contractors Association
(AKLWASC), Kerala Electrical Wireman & Supervisors Association:
1) Reduce the number of employees and increase efficiency through the

adoption of modern technologies.
2) ToD metering should be implemented for consumption above 300 units.
3) Consumers should be allowed to setup battery energy storage system to
supply power during peak hours.
4) Smart metering should be implemented as soon as possible and collection
of Low voltage surcharge should be stopped.
5) Summer tariff proposed may be rejected.
6) It is recemented that all contract works for KSEBL, be done exclusively by
licensed and registered contractors.
Commission noted the suggestion. Copy of the suggestions forwarded to
KSEB Ltd for consideration
22) Electric Auto Koottayma (District Committee Kottayam, Pathanamthitta,
Alappuzha):
Due to charging of EV’s at home, consumption increases and consumers have
to pay the highest tariff rate per unit. For resolving this issue, a subsidy is
requested for such consumers.
23) Hon’ble Mayor Sri. M K Varghese, Thrissur Corporation:
Highest BST is proposed for TCED. Exempt TCED from this proposed tariff hike.
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24) Community Development Society, Perumatti Grama Panchayat
Kudumbasree:
Since KSEB is getting low cost energy from solar, consumers should also get low
cost power during day time. Request for subsidized power to small scale units of
Kudumbasree and Ayalkoottam.
25) Sri. M B Hamza:
1) The Electricity bill should be available in Malayalam.
2) Monthly billing be implemented
3) Free electricity should be provided to BPL, APL and farmers.
4) Electricity should not be disconnected without proper acknowledgement.
5) Pending cases in court should cleared as soon as possible.

26) Sri. Rajakumaran N:
● Strongly opposes tariff hike.
● Cheaper energy from renewable sources should be used.
● Employee costs are very high. Unnecessary posts should be removed.
Also number of the employees also should be reduced
● Monthly billing may be implemented. Bill should be understandable for
everyone.
● Frequent power interruptions are there in supply. This should be reduced.
● Components in bills, other than energy charges are unnecessary.
● KSEB should issue proper bills that last.
27) Sri. Parambady Ponnambakka Padashekara Group Farming Society:
Electricity tariff for temporary connections should be reduced.
28) Consumers from Kumaranallur:
● Proper scheduling of hydroelectric plants is not done.
● Explore low cost power purchases
● KSEB should collect pending arrears
● Install more solar power plants
● Control the wastage of power in big buildings, shopping malls etc.
● Re examine subsidy to BPL family, many of them have better financial
status
● Keep distribution transformer and lines free from creeper plants and grass
● Opposes the tariff hike
29) Sri. Mohan Chelakkara:

● Need audit report for better understanding of financials.
○ Electric posts can be rented out for advertisement which will generate
income.
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○ When solar power plant installation, existing meter of consumers can
be used as Generation meter and meter rent can be levied.
○ Distribution sector needs huge investments in order to improve the
existing system. For this a private company should be listed in the
share market.
○ Fake news is spreading about power purchase rates. The PR
department of KSEBL should inform people about the facts, with proper
explanation.
○ Smart meters should be installed.
○ Roof top Solar Power Plants should be encouraged among KSEB staff.
○ Suggest not to increase the tariff.
30) M Mohammed Hassan:
● Salary revision of KSEB employees are without approval of the
Government.
● Kerala has highest consumer bill in India
● Trade union’s involvement in KSEB leads to unwanted expenses.
● Pending due bills of consumers should be collected at the earliest.
● Exempt consumers with consumption below 200 units from tariff hike
● Avoid fixed charges. Collect meter rent for a fixed period of time only.
● Request no to increase the tariff
31) Sri. Vijeesh T P:

Difficult to understand components of electricity bill. Avoid tariff hike.
32) Sri. Jose Thomas, Sri. Bush C J, Sri. M J Chandy, Sri. Vazhayil V J, Sri. P J
Prasad Cochin, Sri. Sasikumar V, Smt. Jameela T, Salim P T, Surendran
Parakkal, Sri. Jayaram R R, Sri. Nizar, Hi-tech, Sri.Ajimon Jose, Sri. Vinod
Lal Aryachalil, Adv. Jacob Mathew, Sri.Saidalavi M
- Request not to increase tariff hike
- Tariff in the State is the highest

33) Sri. Shaji Malappuram:
● Conduct public hearing in all districts
● Limit salary of KSEB employees with as that of Government officials.
● KSEB is not availing free electricity quota from the central pool.
● KSEB guest houses can be rented out for the public and make profit.
● ToD tariff may not be implemented.
34) All India General Insurance Agents Association Kasaragod:
The tariff for the insurance portal service center was LT 7A till date. KSEB
vigilance wing contacts over telephone and changes tariff category to LT 6C with
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retrospective effect and bills the consumer. Request to reconsider the slab rate
and tariff category, and reduce the fixed charges and energy charges
35) Sri. Maruthamkuzhi Satheeshkumar, FERKA State President:
● Mismanagement of KSEBL has been the reason for the proposal for tariff
hike. KSEBL should curtail unwanted expenses
● Power purchase procedures of KSEB Ltd should be more transparent
● Existing tariff in Kerala is higher, when compared to neighbouring states.
36) Loka Samastha Sukhino Bhavanthu requested the Commission not to further
increase the tariff as people are already fedup with current electricity price hike.
37) Sri.Charles. K.A ,Sri.Santhosh Kumar, Sri.Geminii Anston, Sri. S A Shafeek
Mannar, Sri. Razak Alukkal, Sri. Ali K Marutha, Sri. Draketon D Arthur
Sri. Umarul Farook, Sri. Poly Xavier, Sri. John Panicker, The Indian
Consumers Forum, Smt Mariamma Raju, Sri. Mubarak Nafie
Opposes the proposal for tariff hike
38) Sri Chandramohan, Sri.Mohamed Ali T P suggested the following:

• Bimonthly meter reading system must be replaced with monthly meter
reading system.
• Prepaid metering system must be implemented by KSEB Ltd.
• Insulated cable can be used which reduces transmission losses.
39) Sri. T G George

- Requested not to approve ToD metering proposal submitted by KSEBL
- Opposed the tariff hike proposed by KSEBL
40) Sri. Palliyalmadom Ramaiyer Balakrishnan, Sri. Jaseer Madavoor, Sri. K. T.

Mansoor, Sri. Ajoy George, autorickshaw driver, Sri. Abdul Samad, Sri.
Srijith U.K, Sri. Abdul Kareem Arecpurath, Sri.Ravi Varma, Sri. Anil
Eswaramangalam
Requested not to increase the tariff hike proposed by KSEBL
41) Sri. Kunhikrishnan Kovval

- Strongly opposed the tariff hike proposed by KSEBL.
- The salaries of the KSEBL employees shall be rationalised with that of the
State Government.
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42) Smt. Taney C. Velou

- KSEBL should explore alternate income sources.
- Requested not to increase the tariff hike proposed by KSEBL
43) Sri. Sebastian T.S, Sri. Charles K. A, Sri. Manoharan K P, Sri. Sunil Kumar,
Sri Prashanth Randadath
- Opposed the tariff hike proposed by the KSEB Ltd

- Smart Meter should be implemented by KSEBL
44) Sri. Sunny K. I, Aluva, Sri. Santhosh C.T

- Opposes the proposal of KSEB Ltd
- KSEBL should curtail unnecessary expenditures
45) Sri. Jacob James expressed concerns about the persistent issue of street lights
being left on during the day which leads to unnecessary expenditure and
suggested that street lights should be turned off during the day, or timers should
be installed to automate this process.
46) Sri. Prasad P. Varghese, Sri. Johnson George, Sri. Eldho Mathew
Marangattu
Sri.Narayanan Uppukunnath, Thrissur, Dr. Ahammadul Kabeer
(1) Request not to increase tariff.

(2) KSEBL should focus on reducing its expenses
47) Sri. Dileep T, Sri. Anoop M S, Sri. Salam B M, Sri. Hazrath Valappil, Sri.
Prakash K.P, Sri. A.K.C. Menon, Sri. Caesar Antony, Smt. Anu Mol, Sri.
Jawahar Mathews
Opposes the proposal for tariff hike
48) Sri. Varghese Parayil, Sri. Noushad K T

• Insists that meter readings should be taken monthly.
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• Other charges such as fuel surcharge, fixed charge, meter rent, and auto
recovery etc should be avoided.
• Public should not bear the financial burden due to KSEB's inefficiency.
49) Sri. Shaju K M, Sri. Cheriyan J Vithayathil, Kannur Noble Auto Agencies,
Smt. Syamala Sunder, Dr. George Harold, Sri. Koshy Santosh
Requested not to increase tariff

50) Sri. Jagadeesa Chandra Pisharady, Fellow Member, Institution of

Engineers India (IEI) Kerala State Centre, suggested the following;
i. Providing adequate notice and publicity for the hearings.

ii. Ensuring representation from all stakeholder groups (domestic, commercial,
and industrial).
iii. Considering alternative solutions and suggestions from the public, including
those from engineers' organizations.
51) Advocate Biju C. George objected the proposed increase in electricity tariffs.
KSEB Ltd should explore alternatives to raising tariffs, such as improving
operational efficiencies, reducing wastage, and finding other funding
mechanisms for necessary infrastructure improvements.
52) Smt. Padmakumari R, Sri. Sivadas Kunju, Sri. Sanjeev Sreenivasan, Sri. K.
V. Kannan
The current electricity rates in Kerala are already significantly higher compared
to other states.
53) Smt. Remadevi K A expresses deep concern about the potential increase in
electricity rates, particularly for essential commodities. Ordinary people are
struggling with unemployment and financial burdens often relying on loans.
Given the challenges posed by natural disasters like floods and the impact of the
pandemic, appealed the Commission to avoid tariff hike.
54) Sri.Pazhani Mala K raises the following points:

• Suggests electricity charges should be increased only once every five years.
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• Recommends providing 200 units of electricity monthly at free of cost or at a
nominal price to all households, regulating charges for any additional usage.
• Urges the Board to reduce its operational expenses and the employee
salaries should align with similar government positions, with additional
salaries reserved for those directly involved in electricity operations.
• There should be a change in the board's ideology that consumers should bear
excessive costs from non-essential expenditures.
55) Sri. Shijubabu C raised the following points regarding the revision of tariff:
• KSEB has reported outstanding dues of around ₹3,000 crore from various
government and private institutions. The need for an immediate action plan
to recover these dues as it could significantly enhance KSEB's financial
stability.
• Implement monthly billing
• Implementing a two-hour load shedding schedule for domestic consumers
from January to May (one hour in the morning and one hour in the evening)
is suggested to help reduce power consumption during the summer season.
• Refrain from increasing the tariff for the public.
56) Sri. Sudhakaran NK, Sri. Honey Jagath, Sri. John Daniel, Sri. Saleem
Valiyakath, Sri. Christopher Rajan, Sri. Radhakrishnan, Sri. Yohannan P.V
Sri. Paul Yohannan, Sri. Razak Alukkal, Smt. Jeena Jeena Naseer, Sri.
Hassan K, Sri. Ahmad Hussain, Sri. Venugopalan V, Palarivattom, Sri.
Sankar M, Domestic On-grid Solar Power Prosumers Forum Kerala
(DOSPF),Sri. Stalin, Sri. Santhosh, Smt. Anu Mol, Sri. Vasu Kalarikkal, Dr.
B. Sivasubramonian, Sri. Muthukumar G, Sri. Sudheer PP, Sri. Poly Xavier,
Smt. Jayasree K, Sri. Lincoln Babu, Smt. Nishi P S, All India Youth League
(AIYL), Sri. C.A Benny, Kuruppampady, Smt. Santhakumari M, Sri. R.
Somajethan, Sri Ramesh Babu, Sri Amel Jolly Kallada, Sri Saju M B, Sri K
Asokan submitted that
Opposed the proposed tariff hike of KSEB Ltd
57) Sri.Dawoodul Hakkim Manikoth, Sri. Sajin Sabu Pattathil, Smt.Sheeba S,

Sri. Sasikumaran Nair, Smt. Shani Basheer, Sri. Abraham George, Sri.
Jacob Oommen, Sri. Finus Moosa, Sri. Vidya Sagar K V, Sri. Balakrishna
Menon, Sri. Viswanathan N S, Sri. Thomas Titty, Sri. Rajan Othayoth, Sri
Soma Sankaran
- Opposed the proposal for tariff hike
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- High employee cost is the reason for tariff hike
- Meter Rent, Fuel Surcharge, ACD etc should be avoided
58) Sri. K.T. Gopalakrishnan Suggested the following:
• Taking monthly readings to help consumers avoid higher slab rates.

• Paying solar power producers an average rate of different slabs, proposing a
minimum of Rs. 5.00 per unit.
• Making solar panels more affordable and provide higher subsidy
59) Sri. Shibu Mathew opposed the proposal for increase in tariffs. KSEBL financial
crisis is not the consumers' fault and criticized the absence of suggestions or
long-term plans in KSEB's proposal to manage increased demand.
Requested for reinstatement of the settlement period for solar consumers from
October 1 to September 30. A permanent system should be made to ensure
timely payments for solar banked units within one month after the settlement
date.
60) Sri. Varghese Abraham submitted that the fixed charges should be calculated
on the basis of Recorded Maximum Demand.
61) Smt. Mumtaz Rajesh, Sri. Mathew Varughese, Sri. Alinchuvadu Residents
Association, Vennala, Sri. Vijayan K K, Sri.Hari Pullakkattu, Sri.
Ramchandra Prabhu, Sri. Chacko Valiyaparambil
- Opposed the tariff hike proposed by the KSEB Ltd.

- The current electricity rates in Kerala are already significantly higher
compared to other states.
62) Sri. Sasi Vellat, Sri. Kalesh Sivadas, Sri.Sabari Gireesan

Submitted the the following recommendations regarding electricity billing and
management.
• Implement a monthly billing system for electricity charges.
• Recovery of pending arrears.
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63) Sri. Sebastian John, Sri Sebastian John

- The ToD metering proposed for the solar prosumers shall not be approved
64) Sri. Abraham Yohannan, Sri. Sivadasan P.G, Sri. Saji George, Sri.
Gangadharan, Sri. Mohanan Ponniyath, Sri. Ramachandran, Sri. Shaji
Aruvikuzhiyil, Sri. Jose P.L, Sri. Rajesh R, Sri. Johnson T.K.
- Opposed the proposed tariff hike of KSEB Ltd

- Employee cost of the KSEBL is on higher side
65) Sri. Musthaq Ahamed, Sri. Venugopal Kurup, Sri. Murali P.R, Palakkad, Sri.
A.L. Antony, Ollur,Sri. Joseph Michael Jose, Sri. Kareem Vembilly,
Kunnathunad Panchayath Ernakulam, Sri. Sanoj Kuriakose, Sri. Saras Raj,
Sri. Ranjith Narayanan, Sri. Babu Cheekkoth, Kannur, Sri. Nizar Abbas
Implement monthly billing.
66) Sri.Joji Thomas submitted that the tariff hike proposed by the KSEB Ltd would
further strain the financially struggling public. Opposed the tariff hike proposed by
the KSEBL.
67) Sri. Venugopalan K, Aluva

- Employee cost of KSEBL is on higher side
- KSEBL should formulate long-term strategies to manage increase in
electricity consumption.
68) Sri. Sreekumar

KSEB should adopt modern technology to empower consumers with more
options.
Opposed the proposed tariff hike of KSEB Ltd
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69) Sri. Johny Jackson, Sri. Jacob Mathew,
KSEBL should promote Renewable energy in the State.
70) Sri. Thomas P.G, Haripad, Alappuzha, Sri.V J Jose

- KSEBL should take efforts to increase internal generation
71) Sri. Jerald Varghese submitted the following;

• Predictive Maintenance to reduce downtime by identifying equipment failures.
• Energy forecasting to optimize production by predicting energy demand using
historical data.
• Smart Meter Data Analysis to detect usage patterns and anomalies to provide
energy-saving recommendations.
• Customer Support Chat bots to improve customer service by assisting with
queries and payments.
• Renewable Energy Integration to optimize the use of solar and wind energy.
• Grid Optimization to analyse data to minimize transmission losses and
improve efficiency.
• Employee Trainings to enhance skills through AI-driven training tools.
• Consumer Engagement to encourage energy conservation
• Disaster Response at affected areas and prioritize repair during emergencies.
72) Sri. Vinod Kumar

- KSEB Ltd should implement cost control methods.
73) Sri. Jose Sebastian

- The tariff hike proposed is due to the inefficiency of KSEB Ltd
74) Friends of Electricity Employees & Consumers (FEEC)
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• Tariff Increase Justification: The FEEC acknowledges the need for a tariff
increase to maintain the financial health of KSEB Ltd and proposes tariff
increase for the coming years, with specific percentages tied to inflation.
• Residential Tariff Structure: KSEBL need to study consumer patterns,

particularly among residential consumers using between 50 and 250 units
monthly.
• Time-of-Day (ToD) Billing: Suggested for implementing ToD billing however
with a recommendation to install smart meters for accurate tracking rather
than switching out existing meters.
• Shift to a demand-based fixed charge model
• Renewable Energy Billing: Suggested for aligning billing practices for
prosumers with net metering regulations and allowing ToD billing for these
consumers.
• Incentives for Power Factor Improvements
75) Kochuveli MSME Association submitted the key points:
- A 10% reduction in the Electricity Charge for Small Industries as small

industries use power during daytime.
- Annual Increase in Electricity Charges should be limited to 5 paise:
76) Sri. K. Sami Master

- KSEBL should collect pending arrears
77) BPCL-Kochi Refinery
Due the proposed summer tariff of KSEBL the overall tariff may be increased.
78) Prima Plastics Limited, Sri. Jis Mathew

- Summer tariff proposed by the KSEBL shall not be approved
79) Kerala Power Engineering Consultants (KPEC)
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- Smart metering should be implemented
- Power Factor Incentive; The Commission should reconsider the power factor
incentive
80) Sri. Antony Savio

- The revision of banking period from September-August to April-March has
negatively impacted the benefits of the solar installation.
81) Rubber Park India Pvt Ltd (RPIPL)
The BST proposed by the KSEBL does not align with the Retail Supply Tariff
(RST) for HT Industrial consumers (HT-1A). The demand charges for HT-1A
consumers are lower than the proposed rates. The increase in energy charges
and demand charges within the BST would significantly diminish profit margins,
which will force RPIPL to sell energy at a loss, with expected losses during off-
peak hours increasing under the new tariff. Hence, RPIPL stressed the
necessity for a reasonable margin of at least ₹1 per kWh from energy sales to
ensure financial viability and operational sustainability.
RPIPL also requested the Commission to introduce BST rates for renewable
power from KSEB Ltd to meet their Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO),
emphasizing that any reduction in power purchase costs would benefit all
consumers in the state.
82) Sri. A.K.C. Menon, Sri. Karunakaran Asokan, Sri. Vincent J, Sri. Benny K.
Paulose, Sri. Jawahar Mathews, Applecart Wealth, Sri. K. A. Sugathan,
Sri.Shibu Thomas, Pattanantitta Pourasamudi, Sri. Midhun, Federation of
Residents' Associations Kerala (FERKA), Sri Jose K Jose, KPM Rafi Vlogs,
Sri George, Sri Vasudevan Nair, Sri. Jinto George, Sri. Sughosh P V, Sri. T
Renjith, Sulaja .T, Mavoor Grama Panchayath Karyalayam, Sri Surendran P
A, Sri Abhimanyu J K, Sri Radheesh Gopalan, Sri Sujith K, Sri Jayesh A ,
Sri Prakashan T Variyar, Sri Antony, Sri Anzad Muhammed, Sri S.
Jayathilakan, Smt. K.S Hemaraj, Kaimanam, Sri. Mathew Zachariah, Sri
Vineesh R, Sri. Varghese Puthur Sri. Sreekumar Ushus, Sri. Ibrahim
Ibrahim, Sri. Krishnankutty Neeleswaram, Sri. Joseph MD, Sri. Babu
Pradeep, Sri. Mohammed Yoonus, Jeddah, Appliance and Consumers
Forum, Kodungallur
Opposed the tariff hike proposed by the KSEB Ltd
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83) Sri. Prasad C.I

- The current electricity rates in Kerala are already significantly higher
compared to other states.
- Implement monthly billing.
84) Sri. Renjith Alex Mathew
- Wheeling charge proposed by the KSEB Ltd is on higher side

85) Sri. John Danny, Senior citizen, Kadavanthra, Kochi,

- Implement monthly billing
86) Sri. Mathew Samuel, Sri.Prasad GS, Nalloormana

- Meter Rent should be avoided
87) Sri. Ramachandran Kunduthody

- KSEB has to establish a dedicated email for redressal of queries
- Request not to increase tariff.

88) Sri. Mathew Varghese
- Fixed charges should be calculated on the basis of Recorded Maximum
Demand.
- Request not to increase tariff.
89) Sri. K.P. Paulson, submitted the following;
- Raised concerns about wheeling charges for prosumers, suggesting that

charges for prosumers should not be uniform across different distances,
especially for units within the same building.
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- Pointed against KSEB's proposal to base fixed charges on connected load,
advocating instead for fixed charges to correlate with actual consumption
- The Electricity bill should be available in Malayalam
90) Sri. P. Prasad

- Employee cost of KSEBL is on higher side
91) Sri. Shiju Varghese

- Meter Rent should be avoided
92) Sri. Abdul Azeez K, Malappuram

- KSEBL should take necessary steps for improving distribution efficiency and
reducing transmission losses.
93) Sri. Shibu Kumar, Sri. K. Ramachandran

- KSEBL should reduce their unnecessary expenses
94) Sri.P.T.Thomas, flour mill owner in Kottamala, Ranni
At present their fixed charge is nearly four times the electricity cost, which is
unreasonable. Hence, he suggested for a revised system where fixed charges
for small businesses would be treated at the same rate as for domestic
customers.
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95) Sri. P. C. Jolly Thirumaradi, Sri Joseph P.V, Mary Mother Hospital, Sri
Ratheesh P R, Smt Nadeera M, Shri Mansoor , Sri Anto Nettikkadan, Sri
Jasy, Sri Godly Varughese, Sri. Mathew Cherukatt, Sri. Joseph John
Edattu, Sri.Mohammed Yoonus, Jeddah, Sri. P.B. Rajesh, M R
Gopalakrishna Pillai Alleppey, Sri. Abdul Saleem K, Sri.Kuruvila Mathews
Thammanam (Residents Association Coordination Council)
96) Vidhyadhara Menon, General Secretary, Human Rights Forum

- The minimum fixed charge should be levied only when there is no
consumption.
- KSEBL should encourage Renewable Energy projects.
97) Smt Risha Premkumar, President, Perumatti Grama Panchayath

At present KSEB Ltd receives low-cost solar power from the solar projects.
This benefit shall have to be passed on to the consumers through reduced
tariff during the day time.
98) Sri Sivaraman

99) Smt Pearl Jaya
KSEB Ltd has to improve their efficiency in operations. Requested not to

approve the tariff hike proposed by the KSEBL.
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100) Sri David J Thottappilly, Sri. M.A Pareed
- Provide a bill in a simple format to easily understand
- Requested no to approve the tariff hike proposed by the KSEBL
101) Sri Mani T M

- Smart Meter should be implemented
- Roof top solar has to be promoted.
102) Sri Satheesh Vijayan
- The Electricity bill should be available in Malayalam

103) Sri V Radhakrishnan, Secretary, NNRA

- Smart meters should be installed to domestic consumers having monthly
consumption above 500 units.
- Advance payment should be encouraged.
104) Sri Mukundan V K ,Smt. Lucy Thomas
Requested for the withdrawal of ACD
105) Sri Saji Vattukalam submitted the following
• KSEB Ltd has to explore new hydroelectric projects

• KSEB Ltd has to invest in RE
• KSEB Ltd has to minimize their wasteful expenses.
106) Sri Ruben Ouseph, Shri Joseph Thomas, Sri K V Narayanan, Shri Mohanan
Ponniyath, Akhil S
• The tariff proposal submitted by the KSEB Ltd should not be approved.
• Employee cost of KSEB Ltd is on higher side.
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107) Sri Raju Pulickathazha submitted that KSEB Ltd has to make earnest efforts to
collect the pending arrears
108) Sri. Jose Franklin , Sri. Vijayan V, Alathur
• Employee cost of KSEBL is on higher side

• Request to reschedule settlement period of solar prosumers from 1st October
to 30th September.
• Opposed the tariff hike proposed by the KSEB Ltd
109) Sri. Jini G.P, Sri. B C Lincoln, Sri.Shaji Shaji, Sri. Prakashan T Variyar,
Sri. Anzad Muhammed, Sri. Leneesh Das, Sri. R Raveendran Nair, Sri.
Bhuvanaswaran D, Sri. John K R, Sri. Joseph Abraham, Sri. Jeshin
Cherukara, Sri. Thomas KJ, Sri. Rijo Joseph, Sri. Jaison Thomas, Sri. Jacob
Thomas, Sri. Asheeqa Asheeqa, Smt. Jameela T, Smt. Sajna, Smt. Preetha
Santhosh, Sri. Rahoof Babu T P, Sri. Suneesh Ummer, Sri. Francis TT, Smt.
Thasni Abdul Gafoor, Sri. Muhammad Rafiiasadi, Sri. Suseel Kumar, Sri.
Manesh Kumar, Sri. Aji, Sri. Mohammed Ali, Sri. Riyas Kakaatu Meeran, Sri.
Alexander John, Sri. Sam Joseph, Kochi, Sri. Varghese Puthur,
Sri. Sreekumar Ushus, Sri. Krishnankutty Neeleswaram, Sri.
Joseph MD, Sri.Ibrahim Ibrahim, Sri. K M Mohan, Sri. Shaji P M, Sri.
Augustine E J, Thrikkakara, Sri. Jimmy Kadaviparambil, Sri. Prasad S,
Vakkom, Sri. Prasanth C S, Sri. Shaji C Abraham, Sri. Jayaraj V, Sri. Abu A
Omanakuttan, Sri. Bijikumar V, Malabar Cements Limited (MCL), Sri.
Rajeevan Kaladi, Sri. K B R Nair, Sri. A K C Menon, Punnapra, Smt.
Padmavathy Menon, Sri. Ramachandran V, Sri. Sudhakar N, Sri. Jis
Mathew, Smt. Sherly Thomas Changanacherry, Sri.Mohan Chelakkara
110) Sri. Anish Kunjappan, Sri. Bijumon V S, Sri. Baby Kannampuzha, Sri.
Geogy Scaria, Karimattam, Sri. Jose KD, Sri. Biju N M, Thenjipalam, Sri.
Roy John, Sri. Anish Ramachandran, Sri. Radhakrishnan, Palakkad, Sri. P
K Mani, Maniyar, Sri. Shinu ACB, Sri. Ramabhadran M, Decent Junction, Sri.
Anil Siva, Sri. Majeed, Kollam, Sri. Preshob Valapilakandy, Palayad, Sri.
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Joshy Joy, Sri. Dhanesh Surendran, Sri. Jose Franklin, Sri. Vijayan V,
Alathur, Sri. Prashanth V C, Kachani, M/s East Mundamveli Resident
Association (EMRA)
- Requested for reinstatement of the settlement period for solar consumers

from October 1 to September 30.
446) Markazu Saquafathi Sunniyya, Muhimmathul Mulimeen Education Centre,

Kasargod
Submitted that their office coordinates the activities of orphanage, school, masjid
and moral education which comes under Commercial 7A tariff. Hence, they
requested before the Commission to introduce a new HT tariff at a lower rate for
the same.
111) Sri. Iazar Olakkengil, Sri. Biju Mathew, Kanjiramattom, Sri. Kizhakke
Pariyarath Gopinathan, Sri. Arun Kumar, Smt. Rosamma Chacko, Pulpally,
Sri. Nalapat Sebastian Jose, Koratty, Smt. Daisy Jose, Koratty, Smt. Lucy
Joseph, Ambalamukku, Sri. Paul Abraham, Sri. Bibin Joseph, Smt. Usha
Ramachandran, East Kodungalloor, Sri. Udayakumar P R, Nandipulam, Smt.
Vilasini, Nandipulam, Sri. Moby M Xavier, Sri. Rajan Thomas, Koratty, Sri. C
V Jose, Koratty, Sri. Eldin C Davis, Kunnamkulam, Sri. Reneesh Mohanan,
Mullassery, Sri. M Kuttikrishnan Nair, Sri. Reji Koshy, Sri. Jomi Thomas, Sri.
Nevin P Kurian, Sri. Asok Kumar P K, Vaikom, Sri. Varghese C, Sri. Joseph
T A, Ambalamukku, Sri. Murukeshmr Murukesh, Sri. Abdurahman AP,
Chungathara, Sri. Jose Leon, Mundur, Sri. Noushad Salim, Smt. Shaneeja
Palamuttam Stanley, South Moolamkuzhy
112) Sri. Sathish Vijayan, AAP Guruvayoor Mandalam, Sri. Linson P F, AAP
Kolazhi panchayath, Sri. Mohamed Moideen, Manjeri, Sri. Santhosh TN,
Sri. Joshi V T, Sri. Prinson VP, Avinissery, Sri. P M Kabeer, Neriamangalam,
Sri. Baiju CP, Muthukad, Smt. Dr. Sency Mathew, Sri. Mathew Abraham,
Sri. Prahladan M, Sri. Asokan KV, Kodinhi, Sri. Riyas MP,Kavanor, Sri. Bibi,
Sri. Shijil K, Ottapalam, Sri. Dhanus V A, Sri. Sanil Kumar V B, Pulpally,
Smt. Remya Rajan, Sri. Paul Joy, Sri. Sunil Shanmugham, Sri. Albert Y Z,
Chengannur, Sri. Sumesh S, Vadakkumuri, Sri. Radhakrishnan, Sri.
Anilkumar E R, Eluvathingal Industries, Chalakkudy, M/s Aam Aadmi Party,
Irinjalakkuda Niyojaka Mandalam, Sri. Sanil Kumar V B, Pulpally, Sri. A M
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Koshy, Sri. Suneer S, Azhikod, Sri. Geethakumari P,
Elankunnupuzha, Sri. Thasni Abdul Gafoor, Sri. Fernandez
Chrysostom, Smt. Sreekala A J,Sri. Santhosh K, Palakkad, Sri. Leneesh T,
Payyoli, Smt. Remya Rajan, Sri. Sanil Kumar V B, Manalvayal, Sri. Dhanus V
A, Sri. Shijin K, Ottapalam, Sri. Sunil Shanmugham, Sri. Paul, Sri. Albert Y
Z, Kozhuvallur, Sri. P M Kabeer, Neriamangalam, Sri. Sumesh S,
Vadakkumuri, Sri. Radhakrishnan, Sri. Vineesh R, Sri. Anil E R, Sri.
Ahammadul Kabeer, Nilambur
113) Sri. Basheer Arabi, Sri. R A Ambalath Peruvallur, Sri. Yasar Arafath
Thattankara, Sri. Jaison George, Smt. Sana Fathimma, Sri. Mohammed
Haroon K, Vengara, Sri. Jamshad A T, Sri. Jouhar Ali, Sri. Anu B Nair,
Kanjiramattom, Sri. Arun A K, Sreekariyam, Sri. Sajeev Kumar D, Pandanad,
Sri. Anvar Babu T, Manalaya, Sri. Shamnad, Alamcodu, Sri. Jobin Peter A J,
Mundamveli, Sri. Francis Xavier, Fort Kochi, Sri. Joji Joseph, Sri. Sayedali
M, Kodinhi, Sri. Showkath Ali, Sri. Sameer H, Karuvarakund, Sri.
Muhammed Ashkar, Sri. Shanavas, Kodungallur, Sri. Francis T T,
Sri. Sajeev Vasudevan, Sri. Naseef Shersh, Moonniyur South, Sri. Ahamed
Fazalulla M K, Karupadanna, Sri. Kishore G Das, Sri. Binu S Nair, Sri.
Dantis Jacob, Sri. M R Chandran, Kidangoor, Sri. Sidheek P V, Sri. K
Sivadasan, Pettah, Sri. Sanjeev Pillai, Vaikom, Sri. Reyees, Sri. Prasanth
P, Sri. Hamza T M, Sri. Sajeev H, Edamonn, Sri. Sujith K, Sreekrishnapuram
, Sri. Gopalakrishnan M, Sri. Peter C John, Sri. Dinesh J, Angadippuram,
Sri.Rajesh Babu T N, Painkulam, Sri. Moncy James, Sri. K A Soman,
Kalamassery, Sri. Alexander K M, Sri. R Vinodan, Elippodu, Sri. Basheer
Vengasseri, Sri. K G Radhakrishnan, Thevakkal, Sri. Ganesh Prasad, Smt.
Usha S Menon, Sri. Vinod C Menon, Pettah
114) Sri. Girish Kumar S, Sri. Muhammed Rafi, Vithura, Sri. C V Jose, Sri. C
Sasidharan, Chelakkara, Sri. Kannan S Velinthara, Athani, Sri. Iqbal
Kechery, Pattikkara, M/s Deepa Aluminium Industries, Sri. Sethunath
Mukundan, M/s Consumer Protection Council of Palakkad, Sri. Antony PJ,
Sri. M R Gopalakrishna Pillai, Alleppey, M/s Applicans and Consumers
Forum, Kodungallur, Sri. Perikilathu Joseph, Thodupuzha, Sri. Bobby
George Kunnamchirayil, Sri. Sudhakaran S, Smt. Sukanya Nilayam
Palakkad Sri. Anil Eswaramangalam , Sri. Abdul
Shukkoor, Sri. Jayaprakash V, Sri. Ranjith Sowmya, Sri. Jijon. C. A,
Sri.Bibi, Sri. Kabeer Neriamangalam, Sri. Mathews M J, Sri. Baiju C P, Smt.
Soja Baiju, Sri. Gopalakrishnan M, Sri. Peter C John, Sri. Dinesh J,
Angadippuram, M/s Karimannur Grama Panchayath, Idukki, Sri. Sreelal C
Gopinathan, Sri. Siva Prakashan K, Koonathara
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115) Sri. Rajesh Babu T N, Painkulam, Sri. Moncy James, Sri. K A Soman,
Kalamassery, Sri. Alexander K M, Sri. R Vinodan, Elippodu, Sri. Basheer
Vengasseri, Sri. K G Radhakrishnan, Thevakkal, Sri. Ganesh Prasad, Smt.
Usha S Menon, Sri. Vinod C Menon, Pettah, Sri. Girish Kumar S, Sri.
Muhammed Rafi, Vithura, Sri. C V Jose, Sri. C Sasidharan, Chelakkara, Sri.
Kannan S Velinthara, Athani, Sri. Iqbal Kechery, Pattikkara, Smt . Deepa,
Aluminium Industries, Sri. V Vijayaraghavan
116) Sri. Jose K Mathew, Keerampara, Sri. M N Sankarankutty Nair, Sri. Mathew
Zachariah, Smt. Sherine Koodathil, Sri. Babu Pradeep, Sri. Mathew
Zachariah
117) Smt. Latha Sarah Daniel, Sri. P C Manoj Kumar, Sri. Thomas Mathew,
Mavelikara, Smt. Sherine Koodathil
118) Sri. Vinayachandran M G, Sri. Krishnan Vydianathan, Edappally, Sri.

Unnikrishnan, Sri. P.K Menon, Sri. Varughese Oomen,Thoppumpady
119) Sri. Vinayachandran M G, Sri. Krishnan Vydianathan, Edappally, Sri.
Unnikrishnan, Sri. P.K Menon, Sri. Varughese Oomen,Thoppumpady, M/s
Souparnika Residents Association, Sri. Rajesh K N, Sri. Shency Sabu, Sri.
Abid Palath, Sri. Balasubramanian T K, Sri. Manoj Nair, Sri. Nishad Ali, Sri.
Jerry Tharaappel, Mediline Laboratories Ettumanoor, Kerala People’s
Movement, Cochin, Sri. Satheesh Babu, Pallithara, Sri. Prasannan
Kunnumolathe Kumaran, Smt. Sally Jacob, Sri. Akhil S, Smt. Lucy Thomas,
Sri.Ramachandran Palakkad, Sri. Sudhiesh Kumar, Sri. Sathees Babu,
Pallithara, Sri. Prashanth V C Kachani, M/s Alinchuvadu Residents
Association, Vennala, Sri. Unnikrishnan, Sri. Devarajan Appukuttan, Kallar,
Sri. Bengala Mehboob, Sri.Subramanian N N, Smt. Dani Lalichan, Sri. C A
Narayanan, Nedungapara, Sri. Mathai Chacko Jose, Pandalam,
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120) Energy Management Centre requested the Commission, to include ToD -
based tariff rates for supplying energy to the grid during peak load hours.
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BEFORE THE KERALA STATE ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION
PETITION No.OP 18 of 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) had filed a proposal for revising the tariff for the control period from FY
2024-25 to FY 2026-27. A Summary of the petition is given below:
Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) vide order dated 25.06.2022 in OP. No. 11/2022 has approved
revenue gap of Rs. 1927.20Cr. for FY 2022-23, Rs. 2939.09 Cr. (FY 2023-24). Rs. 3020.30Cr (FY 2024-25). Rs. 2837.26Cr (FY
2025-26). Rs.2882.09 Cr. (for 2026-27). Hon’ble Commission has approved tariff revision for FY 2022-23 to fetch
additional revenue of about Rs.1010.94 Cr annually. Further, Hon’ble Commission vide interim order dated 31.10.2023
had allowed to realize an amount of Rs. 532.50 Cr. through revision of tariff from various categories of consumers. Retail
tariff vide this order is applicable from 01.11.2023 to 30.06.2024. Further, Hon’ble Commission vide order dated
25.06.2024 extended the validity of tariff up to 30.09.2024. Hon’ble Commission vide letter dated 16.05.2024 has directed
KSEBL to file modified proposals, if any, for tariff determination through an affidavit for the remaining period of the
control period 2024-25 to 2026-17 applicable from 01.07.2024. Having considered the aforesaid direction and to bridge
the revenue gap approved by the KSERC, KSEB Ltd. had submitted following proposals for revising the retail supply tariff,
tariff applicable to Licensees and other charges from FY 2024-25 to FY2026-27.
Tariff Revision Proposals

A - LT CATEGORY
1. LT I Domestic
Energy Charge - Single /Three phase (Rs. /unit)
Proposed
Monthly Slab / Units Present
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
0-40 ( BPL) 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.50
0-50 3.25 3.35 3.50 3.50
Telescopic
51-100 4.05 4.25 4.45 4.45
101-150 5.10 5.30 5.50 5.55
151-200 6.95 7.20 7.45 7.50
201-250 8.20 8.50 8.75 8.80
0 to 300 6.40 6.70 6.95 7.00
Non-Telescopic
0 to 350 7.25 7.55 7.80 7.85
0 to 400 7.60 7.90 8.15 8.20
0 to 500 7.90 8.20 8.45 8.50
above 500 8.80 9.10 9.35 9.40
*Telescopic tariff
Fixed Charges (Rs/consumer/month)

Monthly Slab Single Phase Three Phase
Present
/ Units Present Proposed Proposed
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
0-40 (BPL) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0-50 40 50 55 55 100 150 170 175
51-100 65 80 90 90 140 170 180 185
101-150 85 100 110 110 170 200 210 215
151-200 120 150 160 165 180 210 220 225
201-250 130 160 170 175 200 230 240 245
0 to 300 150 180 190 195 205 235 245 250
0 to 350 175 205 215 220 210 240 250 255
0 to 400 200 230 240 245 210 240 250 255
0 to 500 230 260 270 275 235 265 275 280
above 500 260 290 310 315 260 300 310 315
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2. LT II Temporary connections
Present Tariff Proposed tariff
Energy Charge (Rs. /kWh) 12.50/kWh or No rate revision is
Daily minimum of Rs. 100/kW or part thereof of the connected load whichever is higher proposed
3. LT III Temporary Extensions
Present Tariff Proposed tariff

Fixed charge day – Rs.65/ kW or part thereof No rate revision is proposed
4. LT IV Industry
Proposed Tariff
Present Tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Category Demand/ Demand/ Demand/ Demand/

Energy Energy Energy Energy
Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Charge Charge Charge Charge
charge charge charge charge
LT IV (A) Industry
CL <10 kW 5.80 140 5.95 150 6.05 160 6.05 160
10 - 20 kW 5.80 85 5.95 100 6.10 110 6.10 110
> 20 kW 5.85 200 6.00 220 6.15 230 6.20 230
LT IV (B) IT &IT Enabled industries
CL<10 kW 6.50 165 6.65 175 6.75 200 6.75 200
10 - 20 kW 6.50 120 6.65 135 6.75 160 6.75 160
> 20 kW 6.60 200 6.75 220 6.85 240 6.85 240
For connected load upto 10 kW- fixed charge in Rs. /connection /month
For connected load above 10 kW and upto 20kW - fixed charge in Rs. /kW or part thereof
For connected load of and above 20kW - Demand charge in Rs. /kVA or part thereof
Energy Charge: Rs. /Unit
5. LT V Agriculture Fixed charge in Rs. /kW or part thereof per month

Energy Charge (Rs per unit)
Proposed Tariff
Present Tariff
Sub 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Category Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy Fixed
Charge charge Charge charge Charge charge Charge charge
LT V (A) 2.30 20 2.50 30 2.60 40 2.60 40
LT V (B) 3.40 20 3.70 40 3.90 60 3.90 60
6. LT VI General Monthly Fixed charge in Rs. /kW or part thereof per month
Proposed Tariff
Present Tariff
Slab / Units 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy Fixed
LT VI (A) General
< 500 units 5.80 80 6.00 90 6.10 100
No revision
> 500 6.65 80 6.85 90 6.95 100
LT VI (B) General
< 500 units 6.50 105 6.60 115 6.70 125
No revision
> 500 7.15 105 7.25 115 7.35 125
LT VI (C) General
< 500 units 7.15 190 7.15 200 7.15 210
No revision
> 500 8.65 190 8.65 200 8.65 210
LT VI (D) General Fixed charge (Rs./connection/month)
For all units 2.10 35 2.10 35 2.10 35 2.10 35
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LT VI (E) General Fixed charge (Rs./connection/month)
Fixed charge (Rs./connection/month) Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27

Single Phase 50 70 80
No revision
Three Phase 120 150 160
Energy Charge (Rs./unit) Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27

0 to 50 3.70 3.85 3.90
0 -100 4.70 4.90 4.95
No revision
0 -200 5.40 5.60 5.65
Above 200 7.10 7.30 7.35
LT VI (F) General
Fixed charge (Rs./kW or
Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
part thereof/month)
Single Phase 90 110
Three Phase No revision
180 200
Energy Charge Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27

(Rs./unit)
0-100 6.00
0 -200 6.80
0- 300 7.50 No revision
0 - 500 8.15
Above 500 units 9.25
LT VI (G) General
Fixed charge (Rs./kW or
Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
part thereof/month)
Single Phase 80 100
Three Phase No Revision
165 185

0 -500 5.85
0 -1000 6.60
No Revision
0 - 2000 7.70
above 2000 units 8.60
7. LT VII Commercial
LT VII (A) Commercial Monthly Fixed charge in Rs. /kW or part thereof per month
Fixed charge (Rs./kW or part

Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
thereof/month)
Single Phase 90 110
No Revision
Three Phase 175 200

0-100 6.05
0 -200 6.80
0- 300 7.50 No Revision
0 - 500 8.15
above500 units 9.40
LT VII (B) Commercial for connected load up to 1 Kw- FC- Rs. /consumer/month
Monthly Fixed charge in Rs. /kW or part thereof per mont
Present Energy Charge Present Fixed 2024-25 2025-26
2026-27
(Rs./unit) charge EC FC EC FC
0 to 100 units 5.30 Rs.60- up to 1 KW 5.50 80 5.50 90
0 to 200 units 6.10 6.35 6.40 No Revision

Rs.70- above 1kW
90 100
0 to 300 units 6.70 and upto 2kW 6.95 7.00
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LT-VII (C) Commercial
Present 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Energy Charge (Rs./unit) Fixed
charge EC FC EC FC
0 to 1000 units 6.30 6.40 150 6.5 150 No
130
Above 1000 units 7.70 7.80 150 7.9 150 Revision
LT – VIII (A) – Composite Tariff for Unmetered Street Lights

Rate: Rs./Lamp/Month
TYPE OF LAMP Watts Burning hours per day
(W) 4 Hours 6 Hours 12 hours
Proposed Existing Proposed Existing Proposed
Existing Tariff tariff Tariff tariff tariff
Tariff 2024-25 2024-25
2024-25
Ordinary 40 27 28 41 42 82 84
Ordinary 60 41 42 61 63 126 128
Ordinary 100 69 71 103 106 207 211
Fluo tube 40 27 28 41 42 82 84
Fluo tube 80 54 56 82 84 165 168
Floodlight 1000 691 705 1036 1057 2073 2114
MV Lamp 80 62 64 86 88 177 180
MV Lamp 125 94 96 138 141 275 280
MV Lamp 160 119 122 177 181 354 361
MV Lamp 250 184 188 275 281 552 563
MV Lamp 400 295 301 440 449 882 899
SV Lamp 70 52 54 79 81 155 158
SV Lamp 80 59 61 86 88 177 180
SV Lamp 100 73 75 110 113 220 224
SV Lamp 125 94 96 138 141 275 280
SV Lamp 150 110 113 165 169 331 337
SV Lamp 250 184 188 275 281 552 563
CFL 11 6 7 10 11 20 20
CFL 14 8 9 12 13 26 27
CFL 15 9 10 14 15 27 28
CFL 18 11 12 16 17 32 33
CFL 22 14 15 20 21 40 41
CFL 30 19 20 27 28 54 55
CFL 36 22 23 32 33 66 67
CFL 44 26 27 40 41 79 81
CFL 72 44 45 66 68 130 133
CFL 144 86 88 130 133 259 264
LED 9 3 4 5 6 12 12
LED 12 5 6 6 7 17 17
LED 15 6 7 8 9 22 22
LED 18 6 7 14 15 25 25
LED 20 9 10 14 15 28 29
LED 24 12 13 17 18 37 38
LED 25 12 13 17 18 39 40
LED 30 14 15 20 21 47 48
LED 35 16 17 25 26 48 49
LED 40 19 20 28 29 56 57
LED 45 20 21 30 31 66 67
LED 70 33 34 48 49 98 100
LED 80 36 37 56 58 112 114
LED 110 50 51 78 80 153 156
LED 150 69 71 106 109 209 213
MV Lamp on semi 2669 2721
1200
high mast
SV Lamp on semi 556 567
250
high mast only
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LT VIII B METERED STREET LIGHTS AND TRAFFIC SIGNAL LIGHTS Fixed Charge
(Rs. per Connection per month)
Proposed Tariff
Present Tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy Fixed Energy

Fixed charge
Charge charge Charge charge Charge charge Charge
4.80 90 5.00 100 5.1 110 No rate revision

9. LT IX DISPLAY LIGHTING AND HOARDINGS
Existing
Proposed tariff
Particulars tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
(a) Fixed Charge (Rs. per Connection per
700.00
month) upto 1 kW
No rate revision
(b) For every additional kW above 1 kW 150
(C) Energy Charge (Rs per unit) 12.50
10. LT X Electric Vehicles Charging Stations
Existing Proposed tariff

Sl No Particulars
tariff 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
120 130
1 (a) Fixed Charge (Rs. per KW per month) 100
No revision
5.70 5.80
2 (b) Energy Charge (Rs. per unit) 5.50
B - HT CATEGORY
Proposed Tariff
Sub Present Tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
category/ unit Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand
HT-I A 6.15 405 6.25 415 6.35 425
No rate
HT -IB 6.60 410 6.75 440 6.85 450
revision
HT IIA 6.05 440 6.35 470 6.50 480
HT IIB < 30000 U 6.80 525 6.90 525
No rate revision
HT IIB >30000 U 7.80 525 7.90 525
HT IIIA 3.50 230 3.70 250 3.90 270
HT III B 4.00 250 4.20 270 4.40 270
HT IVA >30000 U 6.80 500 6.90 500
No rate revision
HT IVA > 30000 7.80 500 7.90 500 No rate
revision
HT IVB < 30000 U 6.90 500 6.90 500
No rate revision
HT IVB >30000
7.90 500 7.90 500
units
HTV (Domestic) 6.15 440 6.30 460 6.50 470
HTVI (EV) 6.00 290 6.25 310 6.35 330 6.35 330
Demand charge in Rs./ kVA/Month and Energy charge in Rs. /unit
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- EHT CATEGORY
Proposed Tariff
Sub Present Tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
category/
Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand
unit
EHT 66 kV 6.15 400 6.25 420 6.35 430
EHT 110 kV 6.00 400 6.10 420 6.20 430

EHT 220 kV 5.40 380 5.55 400 5.60 410
EHT General-A 5.75 400 6.0 425 6.10 435
EHT General-B
<60,000 units
6.00 450 6.10 460 6.20 470
EHT General-B
> 60,000 units
7.00 450 7.10 460 7.20 470
EHT General-C No Revision
<60,000 units
6.40 450 6.50 460 6.60 470
EHT General-C
> 60,000 units
7.40 450 7.50 460 7.60 470
Railway
Traction 110 5.50 360 5.75 380 5.80 390
kV
KMRL 110 kV 5.15 300 5.25 320 5.40 340
Defense
5.50 360 5.75 380 5.80 390
Installations
Defense
6.15 440 6.30 460 6.50 470
Colonies
Demand charge in Rs. / kVA/Month and Energy charge in Rs. /Unit

D – Bulk Supply Tariff to other licensees
Present Tariff
2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Licensee
Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand Energy Demand
KPUPL 6.30 400 6.50 430 6.60 440

CSEZ 6.30 400 6.50 430 6.60 440
RPL 5.65 400 5.85 430 5.95 440
Technopark 6.15 400 6.35 430 6.45 440
CPT 6.40 400 6.60 430 6.70 440
TSR Corp 6.65 400 6.85 430 6.95 440 No Revision
Info Park 5.90 400 6.15 430 6.25 440
KDHPCL 5.40 400 5.65 430 5.75 440
Smart city 5.90 400 6.15 430 6.25 440
Karnataka 6.25 410 6.45 430 6.55 440
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E. Transmission/SLDC/Wheeling charges
Item Existing 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
Transmission Charges (Rs./unit) 0.47 0.59 0.61 0.62
-do - STOA (Rs/MW/day) 10565 11513 12393 13155
-do- (Rs/MW/month) - LTA and MTOA - 350189 376966 400123
SLDC charges for LTA (Rs/MW/month) - 3397 3657 3882
-do- STOA (Rs/MW/day) 101 112 120 128
Wheeling charges at HT level (Rs/unit) 0.62 0.64 0.63 0.63
Wheeling charges at LT level (Rs/unit) - 2.45 2.41 2.38
F. Proposed Cross Subsidy Surcharge (Rs/Unit)

category Existing 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
EHT Industrial (66 kV) 1.39 1.42 1.44 1.45
EHT- Industrial (110 kV) 1.32 1.35 1.37 1.38
EHT-Industrial (220 kV) 1.35 1.37 1.38 1.36
EHT-General A 1.33 1.39 1.42 1.42
EHT-General B 1.87 1.90 1.92 1.93
EHT-General C 2.06 2.09 2.12 2.13
Railway Traction 1.37 1.42 1.41 1.40
KMRL 1.38 1.33 1.26 1.45
HT-I(A) Industry 1.56 1.59 1.61 1.63
HT-I(B) Industry 1.67 1.74 1.77 1.75
HT-II(A) General 1.63 1.11 1.25 1.27
HT-II (B) General 1.89 1.93 1.93 2.00
HT-III(A) Agriculture 1.31 1.34 1.37 1.25
HT-III(B) Agriculture 0.48 0.61 0.67 0.77
HT-IV-A Commercial 2.05 2.08 2.06 2.09
HT-IV-B Commercial 2.16 2.16 2.13 2.15
HT-V Domestic 1.68 1.70 1.70 1.70
HT-VI Electric Vehicle charging 1.34 1.22 1.44 1.18
Stations
Defence Installations - 1.34 1.35 1.36
Defence Colonies - 1.42 1.46 1.46
G. Low Voltage Supply Surcharge

Category Existing 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27
LT I (Rs/kVA/month) 180 190 200 200
LT IVA (Rs/kVA/month) 205 195 195 195
LT IVB (Rs/kVA/month) 190 220 210 210
LT V A (Rs/kW/month) 196 195 203 203
LT V B (Rs/kW/month) 205 203 183 183
LT VI A (Rs/kW/month) 316 333 332 332
LT VI B (Rs/kW/month) 291 308 307 307
LT VI C (Rs/kW/month) 282 273 263 263
LT VI D(Rs/kW/month) 180 200 210 210
LT VI E (Rs/kW/month) 180 200 210 210
LT VI F (Rs/kW/month) 292 273 273 273
LT VI G (Rs/kW/month) 307 288 288 288
LT VII A (Rs/kW/month) 275 250 250 250
LT VII C (Rs/kW/month) 311 300 300 300
H. Proposed Power Factor incentive and penalty
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KSEBL proposes to retain the power factor penalty and incentive as per tariff order dated 31.10.2023 in O.P. No.18/2023
I. Meter rent for consumers and Prosumers

There is no proposal to change the meter rent applicable to consumers as per tariff order dated 31.10.2023 from FY 2024-25 to FY
2026-27.
J. proposal for Tariff re-categorization and changes in the tariff schedule:

i) Following changes are proposed in the existing tariff schedule:
1. Summer Tariff: KSEB propose a summer tariff for the FY’s from FY 2024-25 to FY 2026-27 for the consumption from January to May
@ 10 paise/unit in addition to normal retail tariff increase proposed in the petition. Summer tariff is not applicable for LT Domestic
consumers having monthly consumption upto 50 units, LT V(A) Agriculture, LT VI(D) Categories (for old age homes, orphanages,
anganwadis etc).
2. KSEB Ltd. proposes 10% reduction in day time tariff for LT IV Industries having connected load of and above 20 kW. For off peak time
zone , 100% of the normal ruling rate is proposed for energy charge.
3. KSEB Ltd. proposes 10% reduction in day time tariff for LT I Domestic consumers having monthly consumption above 250 units. For
off peak time zone, 100% of the normal ruling rate and for peak time zone 125 % of the normal ruling rate is proposed for energy
charge.
4. Fixed charge is to be made applicable for all three phase domestic consumers on per kW basis in a phased manner.
5. KSEB Ltd. propose ToD metering and billing for all prosumers irrespective of their connected load or consumption. The rate
applicable for the consumption from KSEB grid during peak hours is proposed as per the retail tariff notified by KSERC.
ii) Proposal for recategorization from FY 2024-25:

Consumer Group Requested category
De -watering of agriculture land /dewatering for cultivation LT V(A) Agriculre
Hostels of educational institutions such as LBS, IHRD, CAPE etc. LT VI(F) General
Educational institutions under the admirative control of Universities LT VI(A) General
Training institute of Central /state Govt. departments, PSUs, Corporations, Boards etc. Respective tariff applicable to offices.
Offices of Document writers LT VI(F) General
Medical transcription centres LT VII(A) Commercial
Circus LT II (Temporary Connection)
Water Metro Stations of KMRL LT VI(B) General
Shopping complexes, Cinema theatres having two or more screens in the same premise,
hotels of any class, marriage halls, convention centres, shopping malls and multiplexes. HT IV(A) Commercial
Call Centres LT VII(A) Commercial

CNG /LNG Stations & Pumping of refinery products from intermittent stations. LT VII(A) Commercial
KSEB Ltd. humbly requested that the Hon’ble Commission may kindly approve the tariff proposed above.
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission seeks comments/suggestions from the consumers and stakeholders on the above
petition which may be sent so as to reach the Secretary, Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission, KPFC Bhavanam, C.V.Raman Pillai
Road, Vellayambalam, Thiruvananthapuram – 695010 with a copy to the petitioner latest by 5:00 PM on 10.09.2024 (by hand, by courier,
by post or by e-mail). The comments/ objections shall be filed in English or in Malayalam, and shall carry the full name, postal address and
e-mail address of the sender. It should be indicated whether the objection is being filed on behalf of any organization or category of
consumers. It should also be mentioned if the sender wants to be heard in person, in which case opportunity would be given by the
Commission at the Public Hearing to be held as scheduled below for which no separate notice will be given. Time and venue of the public
hearing is given in the Table below.
Date Venue Time

03.09.2024 Nalanda Tourist Home, Kozhikode 11.00 AM
04.09.2024 District Panchayat Hall, Palakkad 11.00 AM
05.09.2024 Corporation Town Hall, Ernakulam 10.30 AM
10.09.2024 Conference Hall, Priyadarshini Planetarium, PMG, Trivandrum. 10.30 AM
TChiruvananthapuram
The petition and other supporting information are available at the office of the Chief Engineer (Commercial &Tariff),
Vydyuthi Bhavanam, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram-695004 for the inspection public. The petition is also available at the
website of the Commission (www.erckerala.org.) and KSEBL (www.kseb.in). The copies of the petition are available for
inspection at the Commission’s Office between 14:00 hrs and 16:00 hrs, on working days (Monday to Friday). The
consumers/ stakeholders and public may approach KSEBL headquarters at Vydhyuthi Bhavanam, Pattom,
Thiruvananthapuram during normal working hours for obtaining the copy of the petition on payment of Rs 300/-.
Place: Thiruvananthapuram
Chief Engineer (Commercial &Tariff), KSEB Ltd.
Date: 12.08.2024 (Petitioner)
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ANNEXURE-1
I. List of stakeholders submitted comments during the public hearing held at

Kozhikode on 03.09.2024
1. Shri. Shoukathali Eravath, Aam Aadhmi Party

2. Sri. Muhammed Ibrahim K, Konnola Malappuram.
3. Sri. Aboobacker K P, Masmana Mahal, Kanjiyil, Trikaripur Kasaragod
4. Sri. K. M. Mansoor Ahammed, Secretary, Sowhrida Nagar Residence Association,
Thiruvannoor.
5. Sri. Vijayan K, State Vice President, KSEB Pensioner’s Koottayma.
6. Sri. Ubaid E M, Erath Meethal, Thikkodi, Kozhikode.
7. Sri. K. Devadasan, Kadukay, Kunnathara.
8. Sri Balakrishnan K P, Chandrima, Kozhikode
9. Sri. Kunhiraman Thacharkandy, Kozhikode.
10. Sri. M. K Skariyachan:
11. Sri. Vijeesh T. P:
12. Sri. Gulam Hussain:
13. Sri. P K Sasidharan, Vice President, Residents Apex Council of Kozhikode:
14. OIOP Movement:
15. Sri. Najiya K:
16. Sri. K.P Shaduli:
17. Sri. Abdul Jabbar. C J , Abdul Majeed P. P:
18. Smt. Ruksana
19. Consumers Federation of Kerala(CFK) State Committee, Alappuzha:
20. Sri. R.S Ramalingam:
21. Kerala State Independent E-Ricksha Drivers Union:
22. The Malabar Produce Merchants’ Association.
23. Sri. Muhammed Basheer (Silver Produce Orijin)
24. Kerala Textiles and Garments Dealers Welfare Association
25. Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice, Flour & Oil Millers Association (KESFOMA)
26. Kerala Tyre Retreaders Association (KTRA).
27. Sri. Devadasan A.
28. Tyre Works Association.
29. Sri. Hamza T V.
30. Sri. Abdul Rasheed, Thirur, Malappuram
31. Sri. Ameerudheen , Malappuram
32. Sri. Kabeer, Kozhikode
33. Sri.C.P. Rasheed Poonoor, Secretary, Pourasamithy, Estatemukku, Poonoor.
34. Sri. Renjith, Kozhikode.
35. Sri. M. P. Moideenkoya Block Member, Panthalayani Block Panchayath.
36. Sri. Gokula Varma Raja K. Member of Domestic on Grid Solar Prosumers Forum,
Kerala.
37. Sri. M K Premanandan, Gen. Secretary, Kerala State Ice Manufacturers
Association, Kozhikode
38. Sri. Adv. Jayabhanu P, Gen. Secretary, Kerala State Pensioners Sangh, State
Committee Office TVM.
39. Sri. Nithin das K , Led street Light Project, Kozhikode
40. Sri. Mathew Thomas, Secretary, the Kerala State Small Industries Association,
Kalpetta, Wayanad.
41. Sri. Shamsudheen, Secretary, Malabar Nature Protection Fourm, Kottaykal,
Malappuram.
42. Sri. M. M. Mujeeb Rehman State Gen.Secretary, All Kerala Wood Based
Industeries Federation,
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43. Sri. A. Salahudheen, State General Secretary, All Kerala Sawmill and Wood
Industeries Owners Association.
44. Sri. Sajeevan D, Kerala Electrical Wireman and Supervisors Association, Kannur.
45. Sri. Abdul Jaleel N. C, Mankavu, Kozhikode.
46. Secretary, Bajaj Electric Auto Owners Association, Kozhikode.
47. Sri. Abduraheem CK , Pulpatta, Malappuram.
48. Sri. Jacob Bose Paroppady, Marikunnu,Kozhikode.
49. Sri. K. Narayanan Kozhikode, President, Kerala Janatha Party, Kadumthuruthi,
Kottayam.
50. Sri. Abdul Azeez. V, Domestic Electricity Consumers Association
51. Sri. Ashraf Ambadi
II. List of stakeholders submitted comments during the public hearing held at
Palakkad on 04.09.2024
1. Kerala State Small Industries Association (KSSIA):

2. Sri. Prasad Mathew : KSEBL Senior Forum,
3. Sri. Jayesh C, Jayesh Electricals Alternative Power Solutions
4. Sri. Muhammed Althaf ,
5. Elpower Transformers Pvt Ltd:

6. Sri. S Murthy (Secretary, PATSPIN India Limited Employees’ Association)
7. Sri. K. Suresh (General Secretary, CITU PATSPIN Textile Mill Workers Union)
8. Sri. M Anandan (General Secretary, Palakkad District Textiles Mazdoor Sangham).
9. Sri. K Divakaran
10. Sri.Sunny Francis:
11. Laghu Udyog Bharati
12. Shornur Agricultural Implementation Consortium Ltd
13. Sri. Shalin P S, PAPSCO ENERGY:
14. The Kerala Electrical Licensed Contractors Welfare Association

15. Sri. K Prasad, Convener, All India Electricity Consumers Association
16. Adv. Bobby Bastian Poovathumkal, President, Catholic Congress
17. Sri. K Narendran (General Secretary, Palakkad District Rice Flour, Oil Mini Millers
Association)
18. Sri. Sunil Joseph (MD, SARK Cables Pvt Ltd),Supreme Textiles
19. KapStone’s Industries Pvt Ltd
20. Supreme Narrow Fabrics
21. Sri. Jilson C Anto ( A P J Refineries Pvt Ltd)
22. Max Supreme Textiles Ltd.
23. Sri. Suresh A (CITADEL Hydraulics and Electricals Pvt Ltd)
24. Best Smelters
25. Quartet Industrial Solution Pvt Ltd
26. Swaraj
27. Bio Fuel Energy
28. Palakkad Rubber Pvt. Ltd.
29. LiVA Kitchen and Interiors,
30. Anirudh (PATCAST Industries)
31. Grain & Grace, Elfab Industries
32. Sri. Sajeev Kumar K (SINELAB Equipments)
33. Sri. Haridas K (Winiflex Cords Industries)
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34. Sri. Musthafa M (Orio Industries)
35. Sri. Prakash Menon (Sine lab Technologies Pvt Ltd),
36. Malayil Granites,
37. Sri. Baiju R (Meshpoint And Engineering):
38. Sri. Vijayakumar,
39. Sri. Shajudheen S :
40. Sri. V Gireesh Babu
41. AKS Cold Storage
42. Sri. Rajesh C R , Kesu K (Vembath Paddy Producers' Cooperative Society):
43. Sri. Riju K K
44. Sri.Mohandas, Domestic Ongrid Solar Prosumers Forum Kerala
45. Pattanchery Farmers' Association, Karippali padashekhara Samithi
46. Sri. KC Ashokan, Kuzhalmannam Block Pada Sekhara Samithi
47. Sri. K Mohanan, Karshaka Congress
48. Sri. V Vijaya Raghavan Karshaka Samajam
49. Sri. Vincent G Mambazha Gramam President
50. Sri. Sumesh Achuthan
51. KERA GARDENS Residence Association:
52. Sri. M Haridasan,
53. Sri. Cheriyan Vargheese
54. Sri. Raju Francis
55. Phoenix Arts and Sports Club
56. Sri. Soney P George, Kerala Independent Farmers' Association
57. Welfare Party of India, (Palakkad district Committee)
58. Sri. Devadas P
59. Kerala Textile and Garment Dealer Welfare Association (KTGA):
60. Nurani Grama Samudayam
61. JJ Refineries
62. Liya Rose, Praise Sebastian, Salim P (Express Ironing Centre)
63. Confederation of Apartments Association Palakkad (CAAP)
64. Phoenix Rubbers
65. Sri.C P Baiju (All Kerala Auditorium Owners Association)
66. Bharatiya Vyapari Vyavasaya Sangham
67. Sri.Abin Kulampil
68. Kerala Electrical Wireman and Supervisors Association
69. Malabar Cements Ltd.
70. Sri. Balakrishnan (Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice flour and Oil Millers Association
(KESFOMA)
71. Noble Federation of Private School
72. Sri. Rajkumar P 'A' Grade Electrical contractor (INSTALL TECH)
73. Eswar Gardens Residence Association
74. Sri. Rajan M Menon (Safe Line Electrical Engineers Kerala(SLEEK)):
75. Kanjikode Industries Forum
76. Sri. Jacob Cheriyan, Malayala Manorama Co. Pvt Ltd
77. Sri. K Subhramaniyan
78. Sri. Abhilash E.
79. Sri. Velayudhan.
80. Sri. Muhammed Nazar.
81. Sri. George.
82. Sri. Ramesh, KSEBL Workers Association CITU.
83. Sri. Haridas.
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84. Sri. Varkey Umman.
85. Sri. Aymen Electric Vehicle Owners Association.
86. Sri. K.V Krishnakumar, Sri. T S Saludheen, Sri. Sreekumar, Sri.Devadas.
87. Sri. Dileep.
88. Sri. Chandra Sekharan.
89. Sri. Jomon Joseph, Saw Mill Owners Association.
90. Sri. Gokul Das K
91. Sri.Gangadharan.
92. Sri. Sathyan
93. Sri. Sulthan.
94. Sri. Shajudheen
95. Smt. Ajitha, KSEBL Engineers Association
96. Sri. Vineesh
III. List of stakeholders submitted comments during the public hearing held at
Ernakulam on 05.09.2024
1. Sri. T. J. Vinod, Member, Kerala Legislative Assembly, Thammanam, Ernakulam.

2. Sri. Prasanna Kumar Parayimattam, Jilla Join Secretary, Human Rights Organization.
3. Sri. Adv. A. J. Riyas, General Secretary, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithy,
Ernakulam.
4. Sri. A. K. Antony , Human Rights Fourm.
5. Sri. T. K. Abdul Azeez, President, Human Rights Fourm.
6. Sri. O.A. Nizam, Kalamassery Development Plot Industries Association, Industrial and
Chemicals,
7. Sri. Anas Manara, State President, Kerala State Ice Manufactures Association,
Alappuzha.
8. Sri. Biju Joseph, General Secretary, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice, Flour & Oil
Millers Association, Aluva
9. Sri. Jijo Kuruvila, General Secretary, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice, Flour & Oil
Millers Association, Adimali.
10. Sri. T. K. Moosa, Secretary, SRM Road Residence Association, Kochi.
11. M/s. Peteronet LNG Ltd , Puthuvypu PO, Kochi.
12. Sri. Paul Jacob, State Coordinative Executive, One India One Pension, Angamaly,
Ernakulam.
13. Sri. Varkey Chako, People’s Movement for Human Rights, Koottikkal.
14. Sri. Eloor Gopinath, Gen. Secretary, Resiedents Association Coordination Council-
RACCO, Ernakulam.
15. Smt. Anu Sunilkumar, Member at State Consumer Protection Council Kerala.
16. Sri. N.K.Krishnakumar M A, Assistant Secretary, Thrissur Municipal Corporation
Electricity Department.
17. M/s. Kerala State Pollution Control Board
18. Sri. Tom Thomas, Kerala State Small Industries Association, Ernakulam
19. Sri. Shaji Sebastian, Kerala State Small Industries Association, Ernakulam.
20. Sri. Najeeb. P. A. General Manager, District Industries Centre, Kakkanad, Ernakulam.
21. Sri. J. Sunil, President, Kerala Plastic Manufactures Association, Ernakulam.
22. Sri. K. J. Scaria, General Secretary, Kerala Small Scale Industrialists Federation,
Cherthala, Alappuzha.
23. Sri. Fizal, Professional Hostel Owners Association (PHOA)
24. Sri. Sasidharan Thettikuzhi, President, Professional Hostel Owners Association
(PHOA).
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25. Sri. G. Sivarama Krishnan, President, Kerala Renewable Energy Entrepreneurs and
Promoters Association (KREEPA).
26. M/s. KSEB Senior’s Forum.
27. Sri. Narayan, Moolamkuzhi Residence Association
28. Sri. Joseph Joslin, Moolamkuzhi Residence Association.
29. M/s. Kothad Nivasikal.
30. Sri. Sanny Mathew, Dual Foods and Beverages Pvt. Ltd,
31. Sri Tony Sanny, Adackanatt foods & Beverages Pvt. Ltd, Ernakulam
32. Sri. Louis Francis, Kerala Master Printers Association.
33. Sri. V. C. Jayendran , Convener, Thripunithura Rajanagari Union Residents
Associations (TURA).
34. Sri. Suman Ghosh, Chief Financial Officer, Kanan Devan Plantations Company Private
Ltd (KDHPCL).
35. Sri.Nawas. S. P, General Secretary, Merchant Association Ernakulam
36. Sri. Poulose, President, SRM Road Residents Association, Kochi.
37. M/s. Prize Polymers,
38. M/s. Granopolymers, Perumbavoor, Kochi.
39. Sri. John Poulose, Secretary, Seva Kerala Team, Ernakulam.
40. Dr. Gopalakrishnan, President, We-One Residents Association, Vandanam,
Alappuzha.
41. Sri. Najeeb. P. A, General Manager, District Industries Centre, Alappuzha.
42. Sri. Abdul Kareem, Mg. Partner, Rolex Boards, Marampally, Perumbavoor, Ernakulam.
43. Sri. George Joseph, All India Electricity Consumers Association, Ernakulam.
44. Sri. AKS Cold Storage Ltd, Alappuzha.
45. Sri. K.T. Raheem, Dist. Secretary, Kerala Hotel & Restaurant Association, Ernakulam.
47. M/s. Kerala Textile& Garments Dealers Welfare Association (KTGA).
48. Sri. Jijo Kuruvila, General Secretary, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida Rice Flour & Oil
Millers.
49. Sri. Thomas M.G. Partner, Sona Polymers, Kalamassery, Ernakulam.
50. Sri.Thakhachan Kottaykkakam, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi.
51. M/s. Rosmi Industries, Kalamassery, Ernakulam.
52. Smt. Jaya Rajendran , Domestic Electricity Consumers Association.
53. Sri. Ajithkumar , Residents Apex Council Ernakulam
54. Sri. Abdul Nasar K.K, Dist. President, Residents Apex Council Ernakulam
55. Sri.T.J.Peter, President, All India Electricity Consumers Association, Idukki.
56. M/s. Chethimattam Residents Association.
57. Sri. P. R. Santhosh, Gen. Secretary, Cardamom Planters Federation, Vandanmedu.
58. M/s. Kerala Merchants Union, Chittoor, Ernakulam,
59. Sri. K.H. Sadhakath, President, Welfare Party of India.
60. M/s. Y.M.J. Road Residents Association.
61. Sri. Binu George , Domestic Electricity Consumers Association.
62. Sri. Jafar Mansoor, President ,Pothujana Samrakshana Samithy.
63. Sri. Thomas Mathew, Secretary, One India One Pension.
64. Sri.Rojer Sebastian, President , One India One People Party, Vadakkancheri
65. Sri. Ahammad Fasalulla M. K., Secretary, Vellallur Panchayath Upabhokth
Samrakshana Samithy.
66. Sri. Johnson T.C, Chief Engineer, Kochi Metro Rail Limited.
67. Sri. Stephan Nanattu, General Secretary, Ernakulam District Residents Associations
APEX Council.
286
68. Sri. V. Sankar, President, Anugraha Residents Association
69. Sri. Saithu Mohammad P.K, Hostel Owners Welfare Association.
70. Sri. P.S. Ramanda Rao, Secretary, All Kerala Brahmin Federation.
71. Sri. Sujith C Sukumaran, Secretary, Ernakulam Aam Aadmi Party
72. Sri. T. L. Prathapan, Janakeeya Annokshana Samithy.
73. M/s.Indus Towers Limited.
74. Sri. Jabbar Kappas, Chairman, Nammal Kochikkar.
75. M/s. Adimuri Road Residents Association, Palarivattom.
76. Sri. Unnikrishnan Velayudan, Kodungallur Cable Vision.
77. M/s. Saw Mill Owners & Playwood Manufacturers Association.
78. M/s. Kerala Hotel & Restaurant Association, Kochi.
79. Sri.Sujith P.M, Hindusthan Organic Chemicals Ltd.
80. Sri. P. Ravikumar, Executive Director and Unit in Charge, Hindusthan Organic
Chemicals Ltd.
81. Sri. V.O. Vargees,Secretary, Ernakulam District Tailors Association.
82. Sri. V.T. George, Ponnurunni, Kochi.
84. Sri. Johnson T.J. Perumbadappu, Kochi.
85. Sri. Gireesh Babu, Ernakulam.
86. Sri. Alex Kallachiyil,Ernakulam.
87. Adv.Sheeba Jacob, Ernakulam.
88. Sri. Muraleedharan Nair, Vyttila.
89. Sri. Suresh Babu P. P., Kochi, Ernakulam.
90. Sri. Sajeevan. T. N, Vennala, Kochi.
91. Sri. A. V. Mathew, Kochi.
92. Sri. Roy Vellaringatu, Pala, Kottayam.
93. Sri. James Joseph, Kalamassery, Ernakulam.
94. Sri. Robert Thottumpuram.
95. Sri. Jain Paul, Mookkannur, Ernakulam
96. Sri. M. K. Ratheendran, Kochi.
97. Sri. Jibu. K. Joy, Karakulam, Eranaskulam.
98. Sri. Biju. P.Pallupetta, Kalady, Ernakulam.
99. Sri. V. K. Gopala Krishnan Nair, Palluruthi, Kochi.
100. Sri. Madhusoodhanan Pandala, Kaloor, Ernakulam.
101. Sri. T. B. Rasheed Alangat, Alappuzha
102. Sri.Madhusoodanan Padak, Kalor, Ernakulam.
103. Sri. K. C. Vargees, Vyttila, Ernakulam.
104. Sri. Kareem Kanjirathinkal, Kaloor, Ernakulam.
105. Sri. Sumesh Vettiykkal, Thodupuzha.
106. Sri. SunilKumar, Nettur, Ernakulam
107. Sri. Dr. Jalaja. S. , Ayyappankavu, Kochi.
108. Sri. Sini Norman, Palakkappally, Ernakulam.
109. Sri. John Stephan, Ernakulam.
110. Sri. Aneeshkumar P. K, Pooyamkutty, Ernakulam.
111. Sri. Thomas T. M,Tagoreline, Elamankara.
112. Sri. P. J. Joseph
113. M/s. Indradanus Flat Owner.
114. Sri. M. Ragaharan, Kadavanthara, Kochi.
115. Sri. C.A. Benny, Perumbavoor, Ernakulam.
116. Smt. Vimala Bai. V, Cheruvallur, Kochi.
117. Sri. Joseph. K. T.
287
118. Sri. V. M. Jalaludeen, Ernakulam.
119. Sri. Timson Thomas, Kurumassery.
120. Sri. T. A. Pradeep, Thrikkakkara.
121. Granotech, Perumbavoor, Kochi
122. Sri. Unnikrishnan Velayudan, Aluva, Ernakulam
123. Sri. Ameer Ali. P.A, Moovattuppuzha, Ernakulam
124. Sri. Jayaprakash, Vazhakulam, Aluva.
125. Sri. James Kutty Thomas.
126. Sri. Reji, Electrical Vehicle Association
127. Sri. K. A. Antony ,
128. Sri.T. K. Abdul Azeez, Human Rights Fourm.
129. Sri. V. T. George
130. Sri.Zaid Muhammad.
131. Sri. Ravi , Iringalakkuda.
132. Prof. Venugopal
133. Sri. Hamsakoya
134. Sri. Antony Xavior Kochi Refinary
135. Sri.Mosas, Aam Admi Party
136. Sri. K F. Joseph, Kochi’
137. Sri.A.K. Xavior ,Kottayam
138. Sri. Sasi P. Mattam, Energy Conservation Society, Idukki.
139. Sri. Jismon, Kottayam
140. Sri. Saju Rocky, Retired Air Force Officer
141. Sri. Mathachan Mappally ,Ernakulam
142. Kerala High Tension and Extra High Tension Industrial Electricity Consumers
Association (HT&EHT Association).
143. KSEB Engineers Association
144. Institute for Sustainable Development and Energy Studies (InSDES) Shoranur
IV. List of stakeholders submitted comments during the public hearing held at
Thiruvananthapuram on 11.09.2024
1. Sri. Nizam Domestic Electricity Consumers Association

2. Sri. Selin Rajeev, Citizens Force of Kerala
3. Sri. George Koshy, BLRA 5, Brigade Lane, Vikas Bhavan P.O
4. Sri. Vimal Chand A.V KSEBL Pensioners Kootaymma,
5. Sri. Prasanth Ragavanunni , Manager, APJ Refineries Pvt Ltd
6. Sri. Saju P, Sarovaram House, Marvel Gardens, Karakulam village, Nedumangad
Taluk, Trivandrum
7. Sri.G. Shashidharan, Panjami, Vattavila, Poonkolam, Vellayani P.O
8. Sri. K.Krishnan, General Secretary, Kerala Textiles and Garments dealers Welfare
Association
9. Sri. Sudarshanan, Prasadam, K.P.No:XIII/794, Kattuvilakam, Enikkara, Karakulam P.O
10. Dr. Prem Kumar, Secretary, The Kerala State Small Industries Association
11. Sri. Medayil Anil Kumar, General Secretary, National Janatha dal
12. Sri. Madhusoodhanan K.K, RPAM Industries, Vellar, Kovalam, Trivandrum
13. Sri. Jabeena Irshad, General Secretary, Welfare Party of India
14. Adv Vinod Mathew Wilson, General secretary Aam Aadmi Party.
15. Sri. Bobby Mathews,GRA-103, Pattom, P.O, Trivandrum
16. Sri. Jaffar Sadiq M, House No:24, Sajeena Manzil, Arappura Lane, Muttada
17. Sri. Pradeep Kumar R.S, HNRA-235, Vambiyura, Trivandrum
288
18. Sri.A. Ayyapan Nair, General Secretary, Confederation of Consumer Vigilance Centre,
19. Smt. Sreelatha K. S, Sreedeepam, Nehru Nagar-89, Vadakkevila P.O,
20. Sri. V.R.Babu, Ajantha, Thoppil, Moongodu P.O, Trivandrum
21. Sri, Sreekumar R, Individual consumer.
22. Sri. Lalu V, Lavanya, Chennilode, Medical College P.O
23. Sri. Sumesh.S, Suprabha, Pettah
24. Sri. Rajesh K, Rajagriha, Kumarapuram P.O, Thiruvananthapuram.
25. V. Gopakumaran Nair, General Secretary, KEWSA
26. Sri. Sashi Kumar, Kala Vihar Nagar,Kunnukuzhi, Trivandrum
27. Sri. P.V.Saleem, Karuna, LVMRA-92, Varambassery Junction, Kunnukuzhy
28. Smt. Beena Kaatambally, District Treasurer, Kerala Samsthana Cherukida
29. Smt. Mary Pushpam, Councillor,Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation
30. Sri. Chandra Babu K, Nisha Bhavan, Parottukonam P.O, Trivandrum
31. Sri. P.J Thomas, Secretary, Domestic On Grid Solar Power Prosumers Forum-Kerala
32. Sri. Saji Samuel, One India One Pension,
33. Sri. P Sukumaran, President, Pulimoodu Residents Association
34. Sri.Kulakkada Rajendran, District Secretary, Indian National Organisation For Human
Rights Protection
35. Sri. Sabu T, Kumpukkal, RVRA-No 10, Kanjirambara P.O
36. Sri. Franklin Gomez, President, Human rights Foundation
37. Sri. R.V.Madhu, District Secretary, All Kerala Photographers Association
38. Sri. Vimala Stanley, Secretary, Kerala Latin Catholic Women’s Association
39. Er, Sudhakaran, Secretary, Association of Solar Energy Producers-Kerala
40. Sri. K Sreekumara Varier, OMKAR, D-73/1, Dhanalakshmi Lane, Sreechithra Nagar
Karavila Road, Pangode, Thirumala P.O
41. Sri. Arun Mohan.S, Representative for the disabled people in Kerala
42. Sri.K.A Sugathan
43. Sri. Aleem Kairali, Vallakadav Residents Coordination Committee
44. Sri. S.Vishvakumaran Nair, Joint Secretary, M.E.R.A
45. Sri. P.V.Joseph, Pulickeel, CNRA-70, Nalanchira P.O
46. Sri. K.G.Madhukumar, Krishnavilasam, Cheruvickal, Sreekariyam Post
47. Sri. Ali S, Joint Secretary, DECA
48. Sri. V.Chandal Nair, Devayani Bhavan, Vittiyam
49. Sri. KK Surendran, Secretary, All India Electricity Consumers Association, Kerala
Chapter
50. Sri. K.C.James, Kottuthundayil, Erathuvadakara, P.O
51. Sri. Prakash K P, HRA 15, Thiruvananthapuram
52. Sri. Abraham Thomas(Joji), Trivandrum Chamber of Commerce and Industry
53. Sri. M.R.Premachandra Bhatt, The Seafood Exporters Association of India
54. Dr. B.Sivasubramonian, KNRA 19, BhARADWAJ, Peroorkada P.O
55. Kerala Electricity Employees Confederation-INTUC
56. Smt. Haleema Beevi, State President, Human Rights Protection Organisation
57. Sri. Kiran S Palakkal, State President, Bakers Association Kerala
58. Adv.B.Rajashekaran Nair, GRA-245, Gowreesapattom, Thiruvananthapuram
59. Kerala State Human Rights Protection Council
60. Sri. Deijo Kappan, President, Democratic Human Rights and Environment Protection
Forum
61. Sri. Philippe Mathew, Srambikkal House, Kallupaara P.O
62. Sri.B. Joshi Basu, Kerala Vyapari Vyavasayi Ekopana Samithi
63. Sri.C.G.Antony, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood Industries Owners Association
64. Sri. Prakash Sarma H, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood Industries Owners Association
289
65. Sri. J Sunil, Kerala Plastics Manufacturers Association
66. Sri. P P Baburaj, Kerala Domestic Solar Prosumers Community
67. Sri.Baiju P Haridas, General Secretary, All Kerala Tyre Works Association
68. Sri. Jayakrishnan, J K Farms
69. Sri. Vijaya Das Pandit, State PRO, INOHRP, Aparanna bhavan
70. Sri. Joseph Sebastian, State Treasurer, Council of CBSE Schools, Kerala
71. Sri. Prakash Sarma H, General Secretary, All Kerala Saw Mill and Wood Industries
Owners Association
72. Sri. Shan Anjal, Kerala Cherukida Rice and Flower Oil Mill Association.
73. Sri. Shibu K S, RBI
74. Advocate Mohan Varghese, KDSPC
75. Sri. P Prasad, Consumer
76. Sri. Vijayan, Consumer
77. Sri. Chandran Nair, Consumer
78. Sri. Pradeep Bhattathiri, Electric vehicles association- Kerala
79. Advocate P K Shankaran Kutty, Universal Study Circle
80. Sri. Anil Kumar, Private Hostel Owners Association
81. Sri. Joseph Rajan, Green Valley Residents Association
82. Sri. Mohan John, Kollam
83. Sri. Abdul Raoof
84. Sri. John Koshy
85. Dr Roy
86. Sri. Santhosh
87. Sri. Gokulam Nair
88. Sri. Bibin S Neyatinkara
89. Sri. Melvin Vinod
90. Sri. V T Cheriyan
91. Sri. Jayakrishnan
92. Sri. Vyshakh
93. Sri. Sudheesh, Kerala Service and Utility Service Forum
94. Sri. James Kutty Thomas
95. Sri. Saji Mathew, MRF Ltd. Kottayam
96. Suresh Kumar MG, KSEB Senior Forum
97. KSEB Officers Association
98. Sri. Noushad, Electricity Officers Confederation
99. KSEB Workers Association - CITU
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KERALA STATE ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION

5th DECEMBER 2024

Present : Shri T K Jose, Chairman

In the matter of : Proposals to revise ‘Schedule of tariff and

Petitioner : Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd

ORDER DATED 05.12.2024

The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission considered the

After having carefully considered the submissions, suggestions,

Dated this the 5th December 2024 .

Sd/- Sd/- Sd/-

Approved for issue

Subsequently, vide the Order dated 31.10.2023 in petition OP No. 18/2023,

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)=(4)+(5) (7)=(2)-(3)-(5)

2022-23* 30.8 30.8

(1) Mathrubhumi daily,

Date Place Venue Time

1.11 The Commission had conducted State Advisory Committee meeting on

The stakeholders suggested that, the charges of electricity consumed by the

Views of the Commission

(1) KSERC is a quasi-judicial body functioning as per the provisions of the

(3) Section 45 of the EA-2003 prescribes the various charges to be levied

(4) As extracted above, the Section 45(3) of the EA-2003 permits to

(5) The total value of the assets created by KSEBL in generation,

Further, the consumer strength has been increasing at an average rate

The connected load based billing is being adopted for the LT

For all the HT&EHT consumers and LT IV Industrial consumers with

Considering the legal provisions, to ensure the recovery of atleast a part of

Views of the Commission

(i) Through the distribution licensee. It is mandatory as per the

It is also the responsibility of the licensee to replace the meter

In such cases, i.e., if the meter is purchased by the consumer at

Issue No.3 Electricity duty levied by the licensee

Views of the Commission

“Section 47. (Power to require security): ---

(1) Regulation 67(6) of the Supply Code, 2014.

(2) Regulation 71 of the Supply Code, 2014, regarding the ‘refund of

(3) Regulation 72 of the Supply Code, 2014 regarding ‘interest on security

(4) Regulation 74 of the Supply Code, 2014 regarding ‘review of security

(2) The consumer is required to maintain a security deposit as specified in

Provided that for a consumer whose electricity connection is less than

Issue No.5. Electricity bills may be issued in Malayalam instead of English.

Views of the Commission

Views of the Commission

Views of the Commission

Issue No.8. Collection of electricity arrears from the consumers.

Views of the Commission

Issue No.9. Excessive salaries and benefits extended to the employees of

Views of the Commission

Views of the Commission

Further, as directed by the Commission, KSEBL has published the summary

The Commission also conducted public hearings on the proposals at

Issue No. 11. Power factor incentive

Views of the Commission

“The following incentive and disincentive shall be applicable to LT industrial

PF range (lag) Incentive/ Penalty

Issue No.12. Cancellation of Long term power supply contracts

Views of the Commission

Issue No.13. Objections against the proposed billing based on connected

Views of the Commission

Issue No.14. Incentive may be provided to prosumers for increasing solar