✅ Gruha Jyothi Scheme Karnataka – Free Electricity for Households
The Gruha Jyothi Scheme is one of the flagship welfare initiatives launched by the Government of Karnataka to reduce the burden of electricity bills for families across the state. With the aim of ensuring affordable energy access, this scheme offers free electricity up to 200 units per month to eligible residential consumers.
Recently, the program has shown outstanding success, especially in cities like Mysuru, where reports indicate a 99% implementation rate, reflecting how well the government’s intention has reached the ground level.
🌟 What is the Gruha Jyothi Scheme?
The scheme is designed to provide financial relief to households by waiving off electricity bills if the monthly power consumption remains within 200 units. It applies only to residential/domestic users and promotes energy conservation while helping economically weaker and middle-class families.
🏠 Who Can Benefit?
Not everyone is eligible for this benefit. Here are the conditions you need to meet to qualify:
- 📍 Resident of Karnataka: Only those residing in the state can apply.
- 💡 Domestic Connection Only: The scheme is strictly for home electricity connections.
- 🔌 Consumption Limit: Your monthly usage should not exceed 200 units. Even a slight increase above this limit will disqualify the benefit for that particular month.
- 🧾 No Pending Bills: Applicants must clear any previous electricity dues before applying.
- 🔗 Aadhaar Linkage: Your electricity account should be linked with your Aadhaar number.
- 🏘️ One Connection per Household: Only one electricity meter per household can be considered under the scheme.
📋 How to Apply for Gruha Jyothi Scheme?
Applying for the scheme is simple and can be done online or offline:
🌐 Online Application (via Seva Sindhu)
- Go to the official Seva Sindhu portal:
https://sevasindhugs.karnataka.gov.in - Log in using your mobile number and Aadhaar. First-time users need to register.
- Look for “Gruha Jyothi Yojana” in the services list.
- Fill out the form with details like:
- Your Name
- RR Number (found on your electricity bill)
- Aadhaar number
- Mobile number
- Address
- Upload any required documents such as:
- Aadhaar Card
- Latest electricity bill
- Proof of residence
- Submit the form. You’ll receive an acknowledgment number for future reference.
🏢 Offline Application
If you prefer visiting a center:
- Go to your local electricity office (like BESCOM, MESCOM, GESCOM, etc.).
- Request the Gruha Jyothi application form.
- Fill in your details, attach necessary documents, and submit it at the counter.
🔎 How to Track Your Application?
You can track the status of your application using:
- The acknowledgment number received during submission
- Or your Aadhaar number
→ Simply visit the Seva Sindhu portal and check under “Application Status.”
⚡ Final Thoughts
The Gruha Jyothi Scheme is a thoughtful step toward making essential utilities like electricity more affordable for the common man. With rising costs of living, this initiative is not just a relief but a model that other states could follow. If your monthly power usage stays under 200 units, this is a benefit you shouldn’t miss!
