UPPCL OTS Scheme: The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) has launched the second phase of the One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for electricity bill defaulters in the state. In this, the consumers across the state are being motivated to clear their dues and avail the benefits of the scheme. The officials of the UPPCL are reviewing the implementation of the scheme. Meanwhile, disciplinary action, including suspensions and notices, has been taken against negligent engineers, which has been criticized by various organizations as unilateral action. However, a large number of consumers are availing the OTS scheme. In Madhyanchal, 6.05 lakh registrations have been made.
A total of 6,05,662 consumers registered under the scheme in the Madhyanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited (MVVNL), and so far, it has collected ₹457.83 crores. Numbers suggest that the overwhelming enthusiasm of the consumers for the scheme is palpable.
Registration in “Never-Paid” Category
Under the “Never-Paid” category, which includes consumers who have never cleared their electricity bills, 57,917 registrations have been recorded. The Ayodhya region leads in this category, followed by Sitapur and Bareilly regions. Long unpaid consumers have also registered to clear their overdue bills to the tune of 3,56,828.
Lucknow’s Amousi Region Takes the Lead
In Lucknow, the highest number of registration from “Never-Paid” and “Long Unpaid” consumers has come from Amousi with 20,080. Other prominent areas include Lucknow Central, Jankipuram, and Gomti Nagar.
High-Value Bills: Mohanlalganj Ahead
High value bills (₹5,000 to ₹25,000) came in the largest number of registrations in the Mohanlalganj region where 13 consumers from the said category availed the scheme.
UPPCL OTS Scheme Phase Timelines
UPPCL has announced that the second phase of the OTS scheme will be available till 15 January 2025, and the third phase will be available from 16 to 31 January 2025. Each phase has different discount rates, so consumers can choose the best option according to their needs.
Discounts Offered Under the OTS Scheme
Domestic Consumers (Load ≤ 1 kW):
- Second Phase:
- For dues up to ₹5,000: 80% discount (lump sum), 65% discount (installments).
- For dues above ₹5,000: 60% discount (lump sum), 50% discount (installments).
- Third Phase:
- 70% discount (lump sum), 55% discount (installments).
Domestic Consumers (Load > 1 kW):
- Second Phase:
- 50% discount (lump sum), 40% discount (installments).
- Third Phase:
- 40% discount (lump sum), 30% discount (installments).
Other Categories (Commercial, Industrial, and Private Institutions):
- Second Phase:
- 50% discount (lump sum), 40% discount (installments).
- Third Phase:
- 40% discount (lump sum), 30% discount (installments).
Eligible Consumer Categories
- Domestic (LMV-1)
- Commercial (LMV-2)
- Private Institutions (LMV-4B)
- Industrial (LMV-6)
- Consumers with permanently disconnected connections.
| Consumer Category | Phase | Discount for Lump Sum Payment | Discount for Installments | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic (Load ≤ 1 kW) | Second Phase | 80% (dues up to ₹5,000) | 65% (dues up to ₹5,000) | Minimum 30% of the original due amount to be paid upfront. |
| 60% (dues above ₹5,000) | 50% (dues above ₹5,000) | Applies only to delayed payment charges (surcharge). | ||
| Third Phase | 70% | 55% | Payments can be made in one go or in installments. | |
| Domestic (Load > 1 kW) | Second Phase | 50% | 40% | – |
| Third Phase | 40% | 30% | – | |
| Commercial (LMV-2) | Second Phase | 50% | 40% | – |
| Third Phase | 40% | 30% | – | |
| Industrial (LMV-6) | Second Phase | 50% | 40% | – |
| Third Phase | 40% | 30% | – | |
| Private Institutions (LMV-4B) | Second Phase | 50% | 40% | – |
| Third Phase | 40% | 30% | – |
How to Avail the Benefits
To avail the benefits of the scheme, consumers have to register on the UPPCL website or visit their nearest office. A minimum of 30% of the original due amount must be paid upfront. Discounts are applied only to delayed payment charges (surcharges). Payments can be made in a single installment or in parts.
The scheme is seen as a significant relief for consumers, helping them settle their dues while boosting revenue collection for the state.
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