Open Methodology

Sources & Calculation Methodology

How PowerNow models Kerala domestic electricity calculations and verifies official data.

1. Authoritative Regulatory Citations

Every calculation formula and procedural claim across PowerNow is grounded in official public records:

KSERC LT-1A Tariff Order

Verified Active

Issued by the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC). Governs base energy rates, slab thresholds (0–50, 51–100, 101–150, 151–200, 201–250), non-telescopic flat rates, and single/three-phase fixed charges.

Citation: KSERC Tariff Order for KSEBL Retail Supply (LT-1A Schedule) • Effective: December 2024 (Valid for 2025–2026)

Kerala Electricity Duty Act, 1963

Statutory Fact

Section 3 mandates a 10% statutory government levy on all domestic energy consumption charges.

Kerala Electricity Supply Code 2014

State Regulation

Regulations 67–72 define security deposits (ACD) and RBI-linked annual interest. Regulation 130 defines bi-monthly billing cycles and proportionate slab adjustments for delayed meter readings.

2. Mathematical Algorithms

Telescopic Energy Charge Formula (Units ≤ 250/mo): Energy = (Slab1 × Rate1) + (Slab2 × Rate2) + (Slab3 × Rate3) + (Slab4 × Rate4) + (Slab5 × Rate5)

Non-Telescopic Energy Charge Formula (Units > 250/mo): Energy = Total_Units × Flat_Rate_For_Tier

Total Bill Formulation: Total = Energy + Fixed_Charges + (Energy × 0.10 [Duty]) + Meter_Rent + Fuel_Surcharge

Public Corrections Policy

If you spot a typographical discrepancy, an unreflected gazette amendment, or an outdated fuel adjustment circular, report it to our engineering desk at firstbridgestudios.app@gmail.com. Errata are verified and patched within 48 hours.