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).

• 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).
• Stuck? 🪄 RTI in 60 sec.

• 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.

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

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).

• 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.

• 🏠 Housing & Basic Needs
• Jal Jeevan Mission
• Ujjwala
• PMAY

• Saubhagya official
• Ministry of Power
• Helpline: 1912

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Last reviewed: 3 May 2026.