Saubhagya — Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana 2026

Direct answer. Saubhagya provides free electricity connection to poor un-electrified households in rural + urban areas. Connection includes: meter, service line cable, energy-efficient bulbs (5), LED light, and switch. Beneficiary pays nothing for connection — only consumption (₹40–150/month typically).

Quick Answer

  • Free electricity connection + meter + cable + 5 LED bulbs + DC fan/light kit.
  • Apply at: DISCOM (Distribution Company) office / Gram Panchayat / saubhagya.gov.in.
  • Helpline: 1912 (electricity grievance).

Eligibility

  • Un-electrified household in SECC 2011 list (priority) OR by state survey.
  • General category un-electrified households also eligible (with nominal ₹500 fee, payable in 10 monthly instalments).
  • Indian resident.

Documents

  1. Aadhaar
  2. Land/property document OR rent agreement OR self-declaration of residence
  3. Photograph

How to apply

  1. Online at saubhagya.gov.in OR Gram Panchayat OR DISCOM customer office.
  2. Aadhaar OTP verification.
  3. DISCOM site visit + survey.
  4. Connection installed in 30–60 days.
  5. Bill from next month (₹40–150/month typical for low-load consumption).

Common issues

  • Connection sanctioned but not installed — DISCOM typically schedules in batches. RTI to local DISCOM office.
  • Wrong meter reading — file complaint at consumer grievance redressal forum (CGRF) of DISCOM.

If the formal channel fails, escalate via RTI

If your Saubhagya electricity connection isn't resolved through the regular complaint route, you can file an RTI to force the public authority to either act or explain in writing why they haven't. The fee is ₹10 (free if you're BPL).

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Last reviewed: 3 May 2026.

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  • Infographic concept: Free connection includes: meter + service line + 5 LED bulbs + 1 DC fan/light kit. SECC: free; general category: ₹500 in 10 instalments.

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  1. Minimal lightbulb with a rupee symbol (free electricity).
  2. Flat icon of a meter box with utility-grid lines.
  3. Indian rural home with electric pole and wires.

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Realistic photo of an Indian rural family at home in the evening with newly-installed electric light, kids reading books, mother cooking.

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