Nepal Electricity Bill Calculator
Calculate your NEA electricity bill using Nepal's domestic tariff rates. Includes energy charge, demand charge, and service charge.
Calculate Your Nepal Electricity Bill
Enter monthly kWh usage to calculate your NEA bill.
How Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Domestic Bills Are Calculated
Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA - नेपाल विद्युत प्राधिकरण) calculates residential power bills using a telescopic progressive slab tariff combined with a mandatory minimum service charge (न्यूनतम शुल्क) based on meter capacity: Technical references and safety provisions are standardized in the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Consumer Tariff Directory.
Official NEA Domestic Tariff Slabs (Single-Phase):
- 0 – 20 Units (Lifeline Slab): Flat minimum charge (NPR 30 for 5A) + Energy rate of NPR 3.00/unit (for units 21–30 if applicable).
- 21 – 30 Units: NPR 7.00 per unit
- 31 – 50 Units: NPR 8.50 per unit
- 51 – 150 Units: NPR 9.50 per unit
- 151 – 250 Units: NPR 10.00 per unit
- Above 250 Units: NPR 11.00 per unit
Scenario: Calculate the NEA bill for a Kathmandu household consuming 120 units (kWh) with a standard 15-ampere connection.
Step 2: Next 10 units (21–30) @ NPR 7.00 = $10 \times 7 = \mathbf{NPR\ 70}$
Step 3: Next 20 units (31–50) @ NPR 8.50 = $20 \times 8.50 = \mathbf{NPR\ 170}$
Step 4: Remaining 70 units (51–120) @ NPR 9.50 = $70 \times 9.50 = \mathbf{NPR\ 665}$
Step 5: Minimum Service Charge for 15A meter: $\mathbf{NPR\ 100}$
Step 6: Total Bill: $60 + 70 + 170 + 665 + 100 = \mathbf{NPR\ 1,065}$
Total Payable: NPR 1,065 (Pay within 7 days to receive a 3% early payment discount: NPR 1,033).
Meter Ampere Capacity (5A, 15A, 30A, 60A) & Service Fees
Your sanctioned meter ampere rating determines minimum monthly fees and allowable simultaneous appliance loading: Regulatory guidelines and benchmarking data are published by the Electricity Regulatory Commission of Nepal (ERC) Tariff Determination Orders.
| Meter Rating | Minimum Service Charge | Max Simultaneous Load | Suitable Domestic Hardware |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Ampere | NPR 30 / month | 1,150 Watts | LED lighting, television, ceiling fans, mobile chargers. |
| 15 Ampere | NPR 100 / month | 3,450 Watts | Standard domestic home: Refrigerator, washing machine, induction cooktop. |
| 30 Ampere | NPR 200 / month | 6,900 Watts | Multi-story residence: 2 Air conditioners, water geyser, induction cooking. |
| 60 Ampere | NPR 400 / month | 13,800 Watts | Large joint-family home, small workshop, elevator, high-capacity EV charging. |
NEA Rebate Rule: Customers paying their electricity bills within 7 days of meter reading receive an automatic 2% to 3% early payment rebate.
Economic Transition: Clean Hydropower vs Imported LPG Gas
With Nepal generating substantial hydroelectric surplus from the Upper Tamakoshi and Arun river projects, switching from imported LPG cylinders to induction cooking offers major economic advantages:
| Cooking Energy Source | Monthly Energy Used | Monthly Expense (NPR) | Annual Household Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| LPG Gas Cylinder | 1.2 Cylinders / month | NPR 2,280 / month | NPR 27,360 / year |
| Electric Induction Cooking | 95 Units (kWh) / month | NPR 950 / month | NPR 11,400 / year |
| Net Household Savings | Saves 58% | Save NPR 1,330 / month | Save NPR 15,960 / year |
Induction cookers operate at 85% to 90% thermal efficiency, compared to only 40% efficiency for open gas burners, making electric cooking dramatically cheaper under NEA's domestic tariffs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nepal Electricity Bills
How much does electricity cost per unit in Nepal?
Nepal electricity costs Rs. 4–12 per unit (kWh) depending on the consumption slab. The first 20 units cost Rs. 4/kWh, while usage above 250 units costs Rs. 12/kWh.
What is the service charge on NEA bills?
NEA charges a monthly service charge based on your connection capacity: Rs. 30 for 5A, Rs. 75 for 15A, and Rs. 150 for 30A connections. This is a fixed charge regardless of consumption.
Is Nepal electricity cheap?
Yes, Nepal has some of the lowest electricity rates in South Asia due to abundant hydropower potential. The average effective rate is about Rs. 8–10/kWh (approximately $0.06 USD/kWh).
Where does Nepal get its electricity?
Nepal generates approximately 95% of its electricity from hydropower. The country has vast hydroelectric potential estimated at 42,000 MW, of which only about 2,500 MW is currently developed.
How is the NEA meter reading taken?
NEA meter readers visit monthly to record your electricity meter reading. The difference between current and previous readings determines your consumption in kWh. You can also check readings via the NEA app.
Does Nepal have load shedding?
Nepal significantly reduced load shedding (planned power cuts) after 2018 due to new hydropower projects and imports from India. Previously, Nepal experienced up to 18 hours of daily load shedding during dry seasons.