NEA started accepting online electricity bill payments in Nepal in 2017 and has been continuing this service which has eased the lives of Nepalese.
Nepal Electricity Authority has constantly been improving its service since Mr Kul Man Ghising took over as the MANAGING DIRECTOR of the government-owned company.
Mr Ghising is popularly known and loved by the Nepali people for solving the load-shedding (power cut) problems Nepal has suffered for decades.
Online Electricity Bill Payment in Nepal
This online payment service is available to all Nepalese citizens from all districts, and you only require an internet connection and basic knowledge to use an app or website.
It is a convenient way of paying without visiting the office, which might take hours of travelling or the hassle of standing in a long queue.
So, let’s start with the basics. You will need a digital payment system, either digital wallets, mobile or internet banking, with enough balance to pay.
How can I check my electricity bill in Nepal?
It is easy to check electricity bills and monthly statements online. Follow the steps below
- First, go to the official website nea.org.np.
- Click on “Check your Bill”
- Select your location
- Type your SC No
- Type your customer ID
- Choose the date
- Click on Generate
Nepal Electricity Authority sends your monthly bill to your houses, but if you want to check your bill online, you will need only two details 1) SC No and 2) Customer ID.
www.nea.org.np shows your unpaid bills, monthly used unit, and late charge fee if you have not paid on time.
Electricity bill payment through Digital Wallets
You can easily pay your bills through digital wallets like
- eSewa,
- Khalti and,
- IME Pay
You can also use your mobile banking to pay your electricity bills.
And to pay electricity bills online in Nepal, you can use mobile apps like eSewa, Khalti, IME pay, and other bank accounts.
1. How to pay Electricity Bill from the eSewa app
To pay your bills from your eSewa app first,
- Sign Up or Sign in to eSewa,
- Click on electricity,
- Select counter/location,
- Enter SC. No,
- Enter customer ID,
- Click on Proceed,
- Your bills details will be shown, then click on proceed,
- Done.
eSewa is one of the first digital wallets in Nepal, gives excellent service, and adds new features every year. Most Nepalese use this app daily for personal and business purposes.
2. How to use the Khalti app for electricity bill payments?
To pay from the Khalti app, follow the simple steps below.
- Khalti App or Website
- Sign up/ Sign in
- Click on Electricity
- Select counter
- Enter SC. No
- Enter customer ID
- Click on “Get Details”
- Check Bill Statement
- Click on Pay
- Done
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the electricity bill calculated in Nepal?
The Electricity meter measures the unit of electricity installed in every house, and later the NEA calculates the amount that citizens have to pay. The price of a unit changes the more electricity you use.
How can I check my electricity bill in Nepal?
You can see or check the electricity bills from NEA’s official website, App, neabilling.com, and digital wallets.
What is the cost of 1 unit of electricity in Nepal?
The cost of 1 unit of Electricity in Nepal differs according to usage. The more you use, the higher the rate is for you.
E.g., If you are using an approx 0 to 20 units per month, then NEA will charge you Rs0 per unit, But you will have to pay a fixed amount of Rs30.
If you exceed that and use 21 to 30 units, you will have to pay Rs 6.5 per unit. You can check the full list in this article.
How can I calculate the electricity bill?
You need to check the current reading and minus it from the previous one to get this month’s bill, e.g., if 2001 is your this month’s reading and 1950 is the last month, then (2000 – 1950 = 50 units).
What is Customer ID on Electricity Bill?
Customer ID is a unique number assigned to every customer.
It helps to recognize the customer and their outstanding bills without any mistakes.
Which apps support Online Electricity Bill Payment in Nepal?
Digital wallets like
1. NEA’s app or Website
2. eSewa
3. Khalti
accepts NEA’s bill payment, you can easily pay and save time.
