What do you get under Gruha Jyothi?
Zero electricity bill for homes using up to 200 units a month.
Gruha Jyothi: latest updates
- Budget 2026-27: about 53 lakh families covered and 10.97 crore zero bills issued so far. official source
Who is eligible for Gruha Jyothi?
- Domestic electricity consumers in Telangana with a white ration card who applied under Praja Palana.
- The bill is zero only in months when use stays within 200 units; above that the full bill applies.
Documents needed for Gruha Jyothi
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Gruha Jyothi
- Applied through the Praja Palana form. If left out, submit your details at the MPDO or municipal office (Praja Palana seva kendram) with the ration card, Aadhaar and service connection number.
How to check Gruha Jyothi status
- Your monthly bill shows a zero bill when you are covered.
- If not, ask at the power utility section office or the MPDO or municipal office.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Gruha Jyothi?
Domestic electricity consumers in Telangana with a white ration card who applied under Praja Palana. The bill is zero only in months when use stays within 200 units; above that the full bill applies.
How much do I get under Gruha Jyothi?
Zero electricity bill for homes using up to 200 units a month.
What documents do I need for Gruha Jyothi?
Ration card; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Latest electricity bill.
How do I apply for Gruha Jyothi?
Applied through the Praja Palana form. If left out, submit your details at the MPDO or municipal office (Praja Palana seva kendram) with the ration card, Aadhaar and service connection number. Official site: https://prajapalana.telangana.gov.in/
How do I check Gruha Jyothi status?
Your monthly bill shows a zero bill when you are covered. If not, ask at the power utility section office or the MPDO or municipal office.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Gruha Jyothi?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
What if I use more than 200 units in Gruha Jyothi?
That month you pay the full bill for all units, not just the extra units.
I did not get a zero bill. What should I do?
Check that your ration card and service connection number were linked in the Praja Palana application, then ask at the MPDO or municipal office.
Official sources
- Praja Palana portal, Govt of Telangana
- Telangana Budget in Brief 2026-27 (Gruha Jyothi, 200 units free)
- Telangana Budget Speech 2026-27 (para 55), hosted copy
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.