Bihar Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

• The Government of Bihar launched the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana to provide a subsidy on per-unit electricity charges to consumers across the state.
• Later, on 18 July 2025, the Bihar Cabinet approved an expansion of the scheme, announcing free electricity for domestic households up to 125 units per month.
• The scheme is being implemented by Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited (BSPHCL).
• Under this initiative, domestic electricity connection holders in Bihar are now entitled to 125 units of electricity every month at zero cost.
• Consumers are not required to pay any electricity charges if their monthly usage remains within the 125-unit limit.
• The scheme's benefit also covers energy charges, electricity duty, and fixed charges included in the electricity bill.
• Both rural and urban households having a valid domestic electricity connection are eligible to receive free electricity up to 125 units under the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana.
• If a consumer's electricity usage exceeds 125 units in any month, payment will be required only for the additional units consumed, at subsidised rates.
• The Bihar Government is also motivating beneficiaries to install rooftop solar power systems within the next three years.
• For this purpose, residents can apply under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, where the Central Government provides a subsidy of up to Rs. 78,000 for rooftop solar installation.
• As per government estimates, around 1 crore 89 lakh families are currently benefiting from free electricity up to 125 units every month under this scheme.
• For the financial year 2025-26, the Bihar Government has allocated Rs. 15,995 crore to ensure smooth and effective implementation of the scheme.
• There is no separate application process required to avail the benefits of the Bihar Government's free electricity scheme.
• All eligible consumers are automatically covered, provided their monthly electricity consumption does not exceed 125 units.
• For any queries or assistance related to the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana, beneficiaries may visit the nearest electricity department office or contact the helpline number 1912.

Scheme Benefits

• Free electricity will be provided only to consumers having domestic electricity connections under this scheme.
• Up to 125 units of electricity per month will be supplied completely free of cost to eligible households.
• If electricity consumption goes beyond 125 units, a subsidy will be given on the additional units consumed, as per government norms.
• The monthly free electricity benefit covers energy charges, fixed charges, and electricity duty included in the bill.
• Consumers falling under other electricity categories will continue to receive the per-unit subsidy benefits that were applicable earlier.

Eligibility Requirement

• Only permanent residents of Bihar are eligible to avail the benefits of this scheme.
• The beneficiary must possess a valid domestic electricity connection registered in their name.
• The free electricity benefit is limited to a maximum of 125 units per month of electricity consumption.
• Both rural and urban household consumers of Bihar are equally eligible to receive free electricity every month under this scheme.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card.
• Electricity Bill.
• Mobile Number.

Steps to Apply

• Bihar Government has clearly stated that no registration is required under the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana.
• There is also no OTP-based registration process for enrolling in this scheme under any circumstances.
• Several fraudsters are attempting to mislead Bihar residents by promising registration for the Free Electricity Scheme of the Bihar Government.
• Through this write-up, we want to clearly warn citizens to stay alert and avoid clicking on fake or unauthorised links claiming registration for the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana.
• The benefit of 125 units of free electricity every month under Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana will be automatically extended to all eligible domestic electricity consumers across the state.
• The Bihar State Power Company will record the electricity meter readings every month and generate the bill accordingly.
• If a consumer's monthly electricity usage is up to 125 units, a zero-amount electricity bill will be issued under this scheme.
• However, if electricity consumption exceeds 125 units, charges will apply only on the additional units consumed, as per applicable rates.
• For any assistance or clarification related to the Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana, consumers can contact the toll-free helpline number 1912 provided by the Bihar Government.

Relevant Links

• Bihar Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana Guidelines.
• North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited Website.
• South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited Website.
• Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited Website.
• SUVIDHA Mobile App.

Contact Information

• Bihar Mukhyamantri Vidyut Upbhokta Sahayata Yojana Helpline Number :-
  • 18002022813.
  • 1912.