Work out electricity connection charges instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Electricity connection charges scale with sanctioned load: a connection charge per kilowatt for network reinforcement, a security deposit per kilowatt against unpaid bills, and the cost of the meter. Only the deposit is refundable, so over-sanctioning load permanently increases the non-refundable outlay and often the fixed monthly demand charge too.
Connection charges
Total = load x connection rate + load x deposit rate + meter cost
Preliminary estimate only. Connection charges, deposits and load sanction rules are set by the distribution utility and regulator.
Total = load x connection rate + load x deposit rate + meter cost. Electricity connection charges scale with sanctioned load: a connection charge per kilowatt for network reinforcement, a security deposit per kilowatt against unpaid bills, and the cost of the meter.
Only with care. Extra sanctioned load raises the fixed demand charge every month, so it is usually cheaper to enhance load later than to carry unused capacity for years.
This calculator takes 4 inputs: Sanctioned load, Connection charge, Security deposit, Meter and accessories. The pre-filled defaults are a realistic worked example — replace them with your own site or project figures.