Getting a new BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited) connection and increasing the sanctioned load for an EV charger involves specific procedures and documentation.
Part 1: How to Get a New BESCOM Connection for a Home
The process for a new electricity connection is largely online and requires you to have the necessary building and property documents in place.
Obtain Occupancy Certificate (OC): A crucial first step is to get the Occupancy Certificate (OC) for your new house from the BBMP. Without a valid OC, BESCOM will not provide a permanent electricity connection.
3 This is a recent and strictly enforced rule to curb unauthorized constructions.4 Gather Required Documents: Prepare all the necessary documents, which include:
Proof of Ownership: This can be your Khata Certificate and Extract, Sale Deed, or the latest property tax paid receipt.
5 Sanctioned Building Plan: A copy of the plan approved by the BBMP.
6 Wiring Certificate: A completion-cum-test report and wiring diagram signed by a government-approved Licensed Electrical Contractor.
7 Occupancy Certificate (OC): The mandatory document from the BBMP.
8 Identity Proof: Aadhar card, PAN card, Voter ID, or Passport of the owner.
9 Passport-size Photos: Of the property owner.
10 Application Form: The official "A Form" for domestic electricity connection.
11 This can be filled out online.
Online Application:
Visit the official BESCOM website.
12 Go to the "New Connection" section.
13 Fill out the online application form with all your personal, property, and power supply details.
14 Specify the required load in kilowatts (kW).
15 For a standard home, this is typically 3-5 kW.Upload all the documents you have prepared.
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Verification and Site Inspection:
Once you submit the online application, a registration number will be generated for tracking.
17 A BESCOM official (field officer or Assistant Engineer) will visit your property to verify the documents and conduct a site inspection.
18 They will check the location, the proposed meter position, and the wiring as per the submitted plan.
Payment and Installation:
After the verification and inspection are complete, you will receive a demand note for the required payments. These include meter security deposit, initial security deposit based on the sanctioned load, service line charges, and other fees.
19 You can pay these charges online or at a BESCOM sub-divisional office.
Once the payment is confirmed, a work order is issued.
A BESCOM engineer will then visit your property to install the meter and provide the final connection.
Part 2: Increasing Sanctioned Load for a 7kW EV Charger
A 7 kW EV charger is a significant load and is a common requirement for new EV owners. Your existing sanctioned load, which is typically around 3-5 kW for a standard home, may not be sufficient to handle it along with other household appliances. Here's how to get more load.
Option A: Enhancing the Existing Connection
This is the most common and straightforward option for existing BESCOM customers.
Determine Required Load:
A 7 kW charger needs at least 7 kW of dedicated power.
Add this to your existing household load. For example, if your current sanctioned load is 5 kW, you'll need to increase it to at least 12 kW (5 kW household + 7 kW EV charger).
You may also need to upgrade your connection from a single-phase to a three-phase connection if your total load exceeds the single-phase limit (typically 5-7 kW).
Application for Load Enhancement:
Log in to the BESCOM consumer portal.
20 Navigate to the "Load Enhancement" service request section.
21 Fill out the online form, providing your existing RR number and the new total sanctioned load you require.
22 Upload the necessary documents, which may include a wiring diagram and a letter stating the purpose of the load enhancement (i.e., for an EV charger).
23 You may need to engage a licensed electrical contractor to prepare the new wiring and a safety certificate for the increased load.
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Site Inspection and Technical Upgrades:
A BESCOM official will inspect your home's electrical system to ensure it can handle the increased load.
25 You may need to upgrade your main circuit breaker (MCB) and electrical cables.
26 The official will advise you on the required technical changes.The existing energy meter may also need to be replaced with a new one that can handle the higher load.
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Payment and Final Approval:
After the inspection, you will receive an estimate for the additional fees and charges, which are calculated based on the difference between your old and new sanctioned load.
Pay the fees online or at a BESCOM office.
28 Once the payment is verified, BESCOM will issue a new work order for the final connection and meter replacement.
Option B: Getting a Separate Connection for the EV Charger
While this is less common for individual homes, it is an option, especially in larger multi-dwelling units or if you want to separate your EV charging costs from your household bills.
BESCOM has a specific LT6(c) tariff for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. This tariff is often subsidized and can be more cost-effective for high-volume charging.
The application process is similar to a new connection, but you specify the purpose as "EV charging station" and apply for the new connection under the LT6(c) tariff.
You will be provided with a separate meter, which ensures you pay the dedicated EV tariff for your charging consumption.
