Who doesn’t love Aamchi Mumbai? Somewhere between being the economic capital to becoming the film capital of our country, Mumbai has earned a special place in our hearts. So if you’ve decided to put down some roots in the city and buy a home there, let us congratulate you on that achievement. And now, the next essential step. Getting the electricity meter transfer done to your name.
- The DIY Method Of Electricity Meter Transfer
- 1. Document Prep For Electricity Meter Transfer
- 2. Testing The Meter
- 3. Visiting The Customer Service Office
- You’ve Got Electricity In Your Name!
The DIY Method Of Electricity Meter Transfer
Well buying a house is expensive on its own, who needs to spend more cash on something as easy as changing the electricity meter to your name? “Agents” might tell you that you can get the job done at around INR 5K and minimal manual effort from your part. But remember, bribing is a crime for a reason. It promotes unhealthy practices and literally corrupts the system. As a law-abiding, proud Indian citizen, you should most certainly refrain from it.
So, back to topic – transfer electricity meter to your name without bribing is certainly pocket-friendly. The only catch is that it requires a little effort (read trudging to MSEDCL offices) and 4-5 steps which you will have to see through to completion.
transfer electricity meter in Mumbai
The process is pretty much same across all states, the only difference is typically in the documents you need and the offices you need to visit. The overall outline is pretty much the same. So, let’s get started!