The Gruha Jyothi Scheme by the Karnataka government provides up to 200 units of free electricity per month to eligible households, reducing financial burdens on low-income families. Applicants can register online or through designated centers with basic documentation.
The Karnataka Government announced the execution of the ‘Gruha Jyoti Scheme’ for the welfare of the residents by providing free power to the citizens of Karnataka state. The main objective of this scheme is to reduce electricity costs by providing free electricity for up to 200 units to every residential household of Karnataka. The government also stated that the existing Kuteera Jyothi, Amrutha Jyothi and Bhagya Jyothi schemes would be merged with the Gruha Jyothi scheme.
Gruha Jyoti Scheme
| Scheme Name | Gruha Jyoti Scheme |
| Implementation | Entire Karnataka |
| Implementation date | 1 August 2023 |
| Benefits | Free electricity up to 200 units |
| Application mode | Online and offline |
| Application last date | No last date |
| Scheme portal link | https://sevasindhugs.karnataka.gov.in/ |
The Gruha Jyothi scheme in Karnataka aims to raise the living conditions of residents. When citizens use electricity up to 200 units per month, they are exempted from paying the electricity bill, saving about Rs.1,000 each month.
The Energy Department anticipates to get 5 to 10 lakh applications daily for the Gruha Jyothi scheme. Residents of Karnataka state can register for this scheme online on their laptops, phones and desktops through the Seva Sindhu portal. They can also visit the Bangalore One, Karnataka One or Grama One Centres to register for this scheme offline.
This scheme will assist 2.14 crore families that consume less than 200 power units per month on average over the past year in Karnataka State. The government implemented this scheme from 1 August 2023, i.e. for electricity usage in July. The citizens will receive a zero electricity bill when the usage is below 200 units per month.
Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Scheme Objectives
The Karnataka Gruha Jyothi Scheme primarily aims to provide free electricity to households consuming up to 200 units per month, ensuring universal access to electricity for all citizens across the state.
This groundbreaking initiative seeks to ease the burden of electricity expenses on low-consumption households while promoting equitable access to essential services.
By offering free power to eligible households, the scheme not only improves the quality of life but also fosters socio-economic development and empowerment among the citizens of Karnataka.
Gruha Jyoti Scheme Eligibility
- Only Karnataka citizens can opt for the scheme.
- Individuals who wish to opt for the scheme must have an electricity connection under their names.
- Not more than 200 units of power can be consumed in a month.
Documents Required to Apply for Gruha Jyoti Scheme
- Passport-sized photograph
- Electricity bill
- Permanent address proof
- Aadhaar Card
How to apply for the Gruha Jyoti Scheme?
Step 1: Visit the Seva Sindhu portal.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Gruha Jyoti’ scheme icon.
Step 3: Select the language and enter the required details, such as ESCOM name, account ID/ connection ID found in the electricity bill, account holder name or owner name, account holder address or house address, type of occupancy, Aadhaar number, name and mobile number.
Step 4: Tick the declaration, enter the captcha code and click ‘Submit’.
FAQs
Gruha Jyoti Scheme application form?
The eligible persons can visit the nearby Grama Panchayat, Nadakacheri, Bangalore One, Karnataka One or Grama One Centres and get the Gruha Jyoti Scheme application form. They must fill out the form and submit it to the respective centres. However, they may have to pay the applicable service charges to the respective centre.
Calculation of average electricity consumption for Gruha Jyoti Scheme?
All consumers will get free electricity when their average electricity consumption for the previous year is below 200 units. The government will calculate the average electricity consumption for a connection in the below manner:
Average electricity consumption = Average of the electricity units consumed between April 2022 to March 2023 + 10% increase.
If the average electricity consumption for the financial year 2022-23 is above 200 units, such consumers will not get free electricity. Consumers whose average consumption is below 200 units will not have to pay when their monthly consumption is below or equal to their average consumption units.
If the monthly electricity consumption is more than the average consumption units but below 200 units, consumers will have to pay for the difference as the net bill. Consumers whose average electricity consumption is below 200 units but consume power more than 200 units in a month will have to pay the entire bill amount for that month.
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