How to Change Name in Electricity Bill – Step-by-Step Process

Owing to the use and importance of electricity in our day-to-day lives, it is vital to ensure an uninterrupted supply of electricity at all times. To ensure this, it is necessary to pay electricity bills on time and to ensure that you must always have the correct details on your electricity bill.

When you move to a new house or when the previous owner of the house sells the house/dies and ownership needs to be transferred, you will have to change the name on your electricity bill. While changing the name on your electricity bill is a fairly easy process, we have explained the steps and the documents required for you in this blog.

Documents Required to Change the Name in Electricity Bill

Here is a list of documents that must be submitted with the application form to the relevant authorities in order to change your name on the electricity bill-

• Customer Identification Number, also known as a Consumer Number/CA Number/Customer ID
• An original and a copy of your latest electricity bill
• Attested copy of the property’s sale deed/rent agreement to prove ownership
• A copy of the property’s house tax receipt
• An indemnity bond on stamp paper (You can source it from any notary office)
• NOC provided by the previous owner
• Attested copies of address proof
• Attested copies of ID proof
• Aadhaar Card
• Any other documents specifically requested by the concerned authorities

Process to Change the Name in the Electricity Bill Offline

Follow these steps to change the name on your electricity bill-

Step 1: Visit a nearby electricity board office and request an application form to change the name on your electricity bill (In some cases, you might have to pay a minimal fee for the form)

Step 2: Submit the duly filled application form along with the above-mentioned documents to the concerned official at the respective office

Step 3: As a next step, authorities will verify the documents and the application form you submitted; once verified, you may be required to pay a fee

Step 4: The application will then be processed internally, and a technician may be sent to your address

Step 5: The electricity bill will be transferred to your name once the technician visits your address and confirms the details

Process to Change the Name in the Electricity Bill Online

Following are the steps you can follow to change your name in the electricity bill:

Step 1: Visit your electricity board official website and register or login to your account.

Step 2: Find the ‘Name Change’ or similar option on the website.

Step 3: Mention your residence details, account number, current name, contact details, the reason for the change, and the new name details. 

Step 4: Upload the documents as asked and pay any applicable  fee.

Step 5: Next, you will receive an acknowledgement and application ID.

Once your documents are verified, your electricity service provider will begin the process of updating your name in their records. Future bills will display the new name.

Changing the name on your electricity bill is a straightforward process, whether done offline or online. By following the outlined steps and providing the necessary documents, you can ensure your billing information is accurate and up to date.