New Electricity Connection in UP: If you wish to obtain a new electricity connection in Uttar Pradesh, you no longer need to make rounds of various government offices. UPPCL (Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited) now provides an online facility, allowing you to apply for a new electricity connection from the comfort of your home using your mobile phone or computer.
Applicants need to visit the UPPCL portal, where they can provide the required information and upload the necessary documents. Once the application is submitted, the prescribed fee must be paid, after which the department will complete the processing. This article outlines the simple steps for applying.
How to Apply Online
To apply, first visit the official UPPCL portal.
Select the option for a new electricity connection.
Enter your mobile number and all other requested information.
Complete the e-KYC process using your Aadhaar card.
Fill in your name, address, and details regarding the electricity connection in the application form.
Upload the required documents.
Carefully review the information you have entered and click ‘Submit’.
Please ensure to pay the application or processing fee online through the portal.
Once done, you will receive a receipt, which can be used to track the status of your application.
Documents Required for a New Electricity Connection
Obtaining a new electricity connection through UPPCL requires certain documents. These include an Aadhaar card (for identity proof), a PAN card, a passport-sized photograph, proof of property ownership or a tenancy agreement, and a mobile number, among others.
What happens after the fee is paid online?
Once you have filled out the application form and uploaded the necessary documents, you will need to pay the required fee on the portal. Following this step, the electricity department will review your application and documents. If necessary, a staff member may visit your home for an inspection. Once the verification process is complete, the connection will be provided. If any additional charges apply, they must be paid. After all formalities have been fulfilled, the department will install the meter.