The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has increased retail electricity prices by an average of 16.68 per cent, hiking the weighted average tariff by Tk 1.52 per unit. The average retail price has increased from Tk 9.11 per kWh to Tk 10.63 per kWh with the new rates effective from the billing cycle of June.
New Electric Rates for Residential
Under the revised tariff structure:
- Lifeline consumers (up to 50 units): Tk 5.32/unit
- 0–75 units: Tk 6.18/unit 76–200 units: Tk 8.50/unit
- 201-300 units Tk 9.10 per unit 301-400 units Tk 9.62 per unit 401-600 units Tk 15.01 per unit
- Above 600 units: Tk 17.35/ unit
How to Work Out Your Bill Online
Step 1: Determine Your Electricity Usage
Check your most recent meter reading or previous electricity bill to see how many units (kWh) you used during the month.
Step 2: Find Out Your Slab of Consumption
Under the new BERC structure, match your total units consumed with the relevant tariff slab.
Step 3: Multiply Units by the Rate That Applies
For a rough idea, just multiply your units used by the unit tariff you have.
Sample:
If your house used 250 units:
- 75 units x Tk 6.18 first
- Next 125 Units @ Tk 8.50
- Balance 50 units Tk 9.10
Add the amounts together to estimate your energy charge before VAT and other applicable charges.
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For example, with the average national tariff:
- Tk 10.63 x 250 units = Tk 2,657.50
This is an estimate and will vary from the final bill as residential tariffs are slab-based.
How Much More Will Consumers Have To Pay?
A household consuming 300 units a month may witness a big jump over previous bills because of the higher slab rates. The impact of tariff adjustment is expected to be the greatest on higher-consuming households, especially households consuming more than 400 units.
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How to View Your Bill on the Internet
Consumers can check their monthly electricity bills on the websites and mobile apps of their respective electricity distribution companies, including:
- Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board (BREB)
- Dhaka Power Distribution Company (DPDC),
- Dhaka Electric Supply Co. Ltd. (DESCO)
- Northern Electricity Supply PLC (NESCO)
Final Thought
The tariff revision in June 2026 has led to a significant increase in electricity charges throughout Bangladesh. With the new slab rates, you will be able to better manage your household energy expenses by checking your monthly consumption and calculating your bill in advance. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs says big electricity users may want to consider saving energy to reduce the impact of the new BERC rates.
Summary:
The Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) has raised retail electricity tariffs by an average of Tk 1.52 per unit, taking the average rate from Tk 9.11 to Tk 10.63 per kWh. The new rates are effective from the June 2026 billing cycle. Here’s a sim
