Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Net Metering Tariff & Rate Puducherry (2026)

⚠️ Disclaimer: Tariff rates and export prices are indicative as of 2026-09-22 and subject to change per SERC/CERC orders. Always verify current rates at electricity.py.gov.in before making financial decisions. Rates change annually.

Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Electricity Tariff Slabs 2026

The following domestic tariff slabs apply to household consumers under Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) (Puducherry Electricity Department (PED)). Commercial and industrial tariffs differ — check electricity.py.gov.in for those categories.

Monthly Consumption Slab	Rate per Unit (Indicative)
Domestic tariff	set by the Puducherry Electricity Department — check electricity.py.gov.in for current slabs

Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Solar Net Metering — Export Rate

Under net metering, Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) consumers with rooftop solar systems can export surplus electricity to the grid and receive credit. Puducherry's power distribution is run directly by the Puducherry Electricity Department (PED), a government department, not a corporatized DISCOM. Net metering is available under JERC regulations; check electricity.py.gov.in for the current export rate.

Net metering settlement for Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) is as per JERC net metering regulations, as per JERC for Puducherry and UTs (Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission) regulations.

How Solar Saves Money Under Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Tariffs

For a household consuming 300–400 units per month in the Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) area, a 3 kW solar system can offset 300–360 units per month (25 kWh/day average). At current Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) tariffs, this can save a meaningful portion of the electricity bill each month, depending on which consumption slab your usage falls into and your generation profile.

Use our solar cost calculator and ROI calculator to estimate your exact savings based on your monthly bill.

PM Surya Ghar Subsidy for Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Consumers

Residential consumers in Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) areas are eligible for PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana subsidy: up to ₹78,000 central subsidy for a 3kW system. Check JERC for Puducherry and UTs (Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission)/your state renewable energy agency for any additional state-level incentives on top of the central subsidy. To avail the subsidy:

Apply at pmsuryaghar.gov.in
Select an MNRE-empanelled installer from your DISCOM area
Complete installation; installer files net metering application with Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED)
After DISCOM inspection and net meter installation, subsidy is credited to your bank account

Serving customers in Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam.

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Documents for Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) Net Metering Application

Last 3 months electricity bill (showing Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) consumer number)
Load sanction / connection letter
Solar system single-line diagram (SLD) — signed by licensed electrical engineer
Inverter test certificate (IEC 61727 / IS 16221)
Solar panel IEC certificate (IEC 61215, IEC 61730)
MNRE-empanelled installer's electrical contractor licence copy
GST invoice for solar system
Geo-tagged site photographs
ID proof of electricity consumer

See our complete DISCOM net metering documentation guide for the full state-wise checklist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) per unit electricity rate in Puducherry in 2026?

Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) domestic tariff 2026: Domestic tariff at set by the Puducherry Electricity Department — check electricity.py.gov.in for current slabs. Rates are set by JERC for Puducherry and UTs (Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission). Verify the current tariff order at electricity.py.gov.in.

What is the Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) solar net metering export rate?

Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED)'s solar net metering export credit is as per JERC net metering regulations for Puducherry, as per JERC for Puducherry and UTs (Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission) regulations. Puducherry's power distribution is run directly by the Puducherry Electricity Department (PED), a government department, not a corporatized DISCOM. Net metering is available under JERC regulations; check electricity.py.gov.in for the current export rate.

How to apply for Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) solar rooftop net metering?

Apply at electricity.py.gov.in or via pmsuryaghar.gov.in. Required: your Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) consumer number, last 3 bills, single-line diagram (SLD) by a licensed engineer, inverter test certificate (IS 16221 / IEC 61727), panel test certificate, and an MNRE-empanelled installer's certificate. Your installer typically handles most of this paperwork on your behalf.

Is net metering available for Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) commercial consumers?

Yes, Puducherry Electricity Dept (PED) offers net metering for commercial and industrial consumers in addition to residential, under JERC for Puducherry and UTs (Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission) regulations — check electricity.py.gov.in for the specific eligibility and capacity limits that apply to your connection category.