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How to Apply for Saubhagya Free Electricity Connection 2026

Saubhagya - free electricity to un-electrified households. SECC + non-SECC eligible.

📁 Schemes ⏱️ 15-30 mins 💰 Free

About This Guide

Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya) launched 2017 - free electricity connection to un-electrified households. SECC-listed: completely free. Non-SECC poor: ₹500 in 10 EMIs. Connection includes meter + service line + light bulb. Apply at local DISCOM.

Eligibility Criteria

Un-electrified household
SECC-listed (free) or non-SECC poor
Indian citizen
Aadhaar mandatory
Permanent residence (no temporary)

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar
Address proof
SECC verification (free eligibility)
Family ID
Photo
Site location for connection

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Local DISCOM

Or saubhagya.gov.in.

Apply Saubhagya

New connection under scheme.

Eligibility Check

SECC verified or non-SECC poor.

Site Survey

DISCOM visits home for feasibility.

Quotation

For SECC: free. Non-SECC: ₹500 EMI.

Installation

Service line + meter + bulb LED.

Connection Activated

Within 30-60 days.

Bill

Monthly per consumption + free entitlements (5 LED bulbs typically).

Key Benefits

100% FREE for SECC
₹500 EMI for non-SECC
Service line + meter + LED
Rural electrification
3+ crore households connected
Universal coverage target
Free LED bulbs
Subsidized first year

What Happens After Application?

30-60 days connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Already electrified?

NOT eligible. Saubhagya only for un-electrified. Existing connections: regular DISCOM rules.