BESCOM Name Transfer & New Connection in Bangalore
Bought a property and the electricity bill is still in the seller's name? We transfer the BESCOM connection to you — or apply for a new connection — and follow it up with the sub-division. ₹7,000 service fee; BESCOM fees and deposits at actuals.
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What is BESCOM Name Transfer & New Connection in Bangalore?
A BESCOM name transfer changes the name on an existing electricity connection — identified by its RR number and account ID — from the previous owner to the new one. The meter, the connection and the sanctioned load stay the same; what changes is who the account belongs to, who the bills are addressed to, and who holds the security deposit. It is needed after a sale, gift, inheritance or any change of ownership, and it is the last of the usual post-registration steps after the khata and property tax. A new connection is a different journey: it is an application for electricity supply where none exists — a newly built house, an additional meter for a separate floor, or a connection moving from temporary construction supply to permanent. It involves a wiring completion report from a licensed electrical contractor, load sanction, an inspection, and deposits. Both are handled through BESCOM's online services and the local sub-division office.
When Do You Need This Service?
- After registering a purchase, when bills still come in the seller's name
- After receiving property by gift, settlement, release or inheritance
- When a subsidy, tariff category or deposit refund needs the account in your name
- A newly built house needs a permanent connection
- A separate floor or portion needs its own meter
- Moving from temporary construction supply to a permanent connection
Types of BESCOM Name Transfer & New Connection in Bangalore
Name transfer (existing connection)
Same meter and RR number, new owner name. Needs proof of ownership, the latest bill and the owner's ID; in some cases a consent letter or indemnity from the previous owner.
New connection
Supply where none exists. Needs ownership proof, the licensed contractor's wiring completion report, the load required, and inspection; deposits and charges depend on load and category.
Transfer after inheritance
Name transfer to legal heirs, using the death certificate and heirship documents.
Documents Required
- Proof of ownership: registered sale / gift / settlement deed, and khata extract
- Latest electricity bill showing the RR number and account ID (for name transfer)
- Aadhaar of the new owner
- Consent letter / NOC from the previous owner, or an indemnity bond, where BESCOM asks for it
- For a new connection: wiring completion report from a licensed electrical contractor and the load required
- For inherited property: death certificate and legal heir / family tree certificate
Step-by-Step Process
Confirm the journey
Name transfer or new connection — and for a transfer, whether any dues are pending on the account.
Prepare the documents
Ownership, ID and, where needed, the previous owner's consent or an indemnity bond are put together.
Apply
Application filed online or at the sub-division, with BESCOM fees paid at actuals and receipts shared.
Inspection (new connections)
The site inspection and meter installation are coordinated with you.
Follow up with the sub-division
We chase the application until it is processed and answer any queries.
Confirmation
You receive the first bill or a confirmation in your name.
Cost Factors
Pricing depends on several factors specific to your situation:
- Name transfer vs. new connection — a new connection involves more steps and deposits
- Pending dues on the existing account must be cleared
- Load and tariff category determine BESCOM deposits and charges for a new connection
- Licensed contractor work for a new connection is separate
Transparent pricing: Your Sevantay professional will provide a clear cost estimate before starting work. You pay only after the service is completed to your satisfaction.
Indicative Cost Breakdown
| Component | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| BESCOM name transfer — one connection (Sevantay fee) | ₹7,000 |
| New connection | Quoted after we know the load and site |
| BESCOM application fees, deposits and pending dues | At actuals, paid to BESCOM |
| Licensed electrical contractor work (new connections) | Separate |
| GST on Sevantay's fee | Extra, as applicable |
* Costs are indicative and may vary based on your specific requirements. Government fees are subject to revision.
How this works in Bangalore
BESCOM supplies electricity across Bangalore and surrounding districts through sub-divisions, each responsible for a set of areas; your RR number tells us which one handles your connection. Name transfers can be started online, but documents and queries are often resolved at the sub-division, which is where follow-up makes the difference.
If you also need the BWSSB water connection moved, or want to start online, use our utility name transfer request form. Sevantay is a private facilitation platform, not a government body. We prepare, file and follow up on your application through our verified professional network; approvals, timelines and official fees are decided by the authority concerned.
Pro Tips from Our Experts
- Take a photo of the meter reading on the day you get possession, and settle the bill up to that date with the seller.
- Clear any pending dues before applying — a transfer with arrears on the account is usually held up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is BESCOM name transfer the same as a new connection?
No. A name transfer changes the owner on an existing connection — same meter, same RR number. A new connection brings supply where none exists and involves a contractor's report, load sanction, inspection and deposits.
Do I need the previous owner's signature?
Often not if you have a registered deed, but BESCOM may ask for the previous owner's consent or an indemnity bond in some cases. We tell you what your sub-division needs before filing.
What happens to the security deposit?
The deposit stays with the connection. How it is settled between you and the seller is a private matter — worth covering in the sale agreement.
Should I transfer the khata first?
It helps. BESCOM asks for proof of ownership, and a khata in your name alongside the deed makes the application straightforward. That is why it is usually the last post-registration step.
Can you do the BWSSB water connection too?
Yes. You can request both together on our utility name transfer form, and we quote the water connection transfer alongside.
How long does it take?
A name transfer usually takes a few weeks depending on the sub-division; a new connection takes longer because of inspection and meter installation.
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Property lifecycle
Where this fits: step 6 of 6 — BESCOM
- 1. Verify
- 2. Agree
- 3. Register
- 4. Khata
- 5. Tax
- 6. BESCOM
Before this — Tax
Is the property tax account right?
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After a property purchase, the electricity account is usually the last thing anyone thinks about — until a bill arrives in the seller's name, a subsidy is refused, or a deposit refund goes to the wrong person. A BESCOM name transfer puts the account where it belongs.
Sevantay handles BESCOM name transfer for ₹7,000 per connection, with BESCOM's own fees and any dues paid at actuals. For a new connection, we quote once we know the load and the site. If you are also transferring the khata and property tax, the post-registration package covers all three together.