These Maharashtra rates are our estimates. We could not check every figure against the official tariff order, so treat the bill as a close guide, not an exact amount. Copy the Fuel adjustment (FAC) and duty from your bill for a closer answer.
Maharashtra home electricity rates 2026-27 estimate
Slabs are per month. The more units you use, the higher the price of the extra units. Rates from 1 April 2026.
Home (residential)
| Units in a month | Price per unit |
|---|---|
| 1–100 units | ₹5.52 |
| 101–300 units | ₹10.60 |
| 301–500 units | ₹13.71 |
| Above 500 units | ₹15.17 |
| Fixed charge | A month |
|---|---|
| Single phase | ₹130 |
| Three phase | ₹435 |
Other charges on your bill
- Fuel adjustment (FAC): about ₹0.00 a unit in our estimate; it changes often, so copy it from your bill.
- Electricity duty: a state tax, taken as 16%.
- Slab rates include the wheeling charge (about Rs 1.20 a unit), which MSEDCL bills on every unit.
- MERC reviewed its March 2025 order and revised it in June 2025; the FY 2026-27 figures here follow the published summary and may differ slightly from your bill.
- The small per-unit 'tax on sale of electricity' is not included.
- Mumbai city and suburbs are served by BEST, Adani Electricity and Tata Power, which have different rates; this calculator is for MSEDCL (Mahavitaran).
SMART scheme: extra state subsidy for rooftop solar for BPL and low-income homes using under 100 units a month (reported as Rs 17,500 per kW for BPL and Rs 10,000 per kW for other eligible homes, on top of PM Surya Ghar). Check current status with MSEDCL.
Sample Maharashtra electricity bills (one month)
| Use in a month | Home (residential) |
|---|---|
| 100 units | ₹791 |
| 200 units | ₹2,021 |
| 300 units | ₹3,250 |
| 400 units | ₹4,841 |
| 500 units | ₹6,431 |
Regular meter, typical charges, our estimate.
Electricity companies in Maharashtra
- MSEDCL (Mahavitaran) – All Maharashtra except Mumbai city and suburbs. www.mahadiscom.in
Source: MERC multi-year tariff order for MSEDCL (FY 2025-26 to 2029-30), FY 2026-27 rates (Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC)) and other public sources, effective 1 April 2026. Tariff order · MERC
Common questions
What is the electricity rate per unit in Maharashtra in 2026-27?
For homes, our estimate is ₹5.52 a unit for the first 100 units a month, rising to ₹15.17 at higher use, plus a fixed charge, Fuel adjustment (FAC) and 16% electricity duty. All in, 300 units cost about ₹10.83 a unit.
How much is the electricity bill for 200 units in Maharashtra?
About ₹2,021 for 200 units in a month in a town (our estimate, with typical charges).
How much is the electricity bill for 300 units in Maharashtra?
About ₹3,250 a month in a town. At that level each extra unit costs about ₹15.90, which is roughly what rooftop solar saves per unit.
What is Fuel adjustment (FAC) on my bill?
It passes changes in fuel and power purchase costs on to consumers, and it changes often. It is printed on your bill; type it into the calculator for an exact match.
Is the bill monthly in Maharashtra?
Yes, home bills are usually monthly. If yours covers two months, choose the 2-month billing period.