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Jammu & Kashmir Power Tariff Raised 6.83%, Time‑of‑Day Billing Introduced
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🗓 02 Sep 2026, 12:47 PM
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The Jammu and Kashmir electricity board announced a 6.83% hike in power tariffs effective from July 1, 2024, alongside the launch of a time‑of‑day billing system.
The Jammu and Kashmir Electricity Board (JKEB) has increased residential and commercial power tariffs by 6.83% effective July 1, 2024. The decision follows a review of rising generation and transmission costs, as well as a need to balance the state’s electricity deficit.
Alongside the tariff hike, JKEB will introduce a time‑of‑day billing scheme. Under the new system, consumers will be charged different rates for electricity usage during peak (6 pm‑10 pm) and off‑peak hours, encouraging load shifting and better grid management.
The board’s statement said the revised rates will be reflected in the next billing cycle and that consumers will receive detailed instructions on how to register for the time‑of‑day tariff. It also highlighted that the change aims to improve revenue collection and reduce load shedding.
Consumer groups have expressed mixed reactions; some welcome the transparency of time‑based rates, while others worry about higher costs for households that cannot shift usage. The board has promised a 30‑day notice period before the new rates take effect, allowing customers to plan accordingly.
Alongside the tariff hike, JKEB will introduce a time‑of‑day billing scheme. Under the new system, consumers will be charged different rates for electricity usage during peak (6 pm‑10 pm) and off‑peak hours, encouraging load shifting and better grid management.
The board’s statement said the revised rates will be reflected in the next billing cycle and that consumers will receive detailed instructions on how to register for the time‑of‑day tariff. It also highlighted that the change aims to improve revenue collection and reduce load shedding.
Consumer groups have expressed mixed reactions; some welcome the transparency of time‑based rates, while others worry about higher costs for households that cannot shift usage. The board has promised a 30‑day notice period before the new rates take effect, allowing customers to plan accordingly.