BESCOM Announces OC Exemption-Based Permanent Power Supply Application Window Until July 6, 2026

BESCOM has invited eligible residential building owners in Bengaluru jurisdiction to apply for permanent electricity connections under a one-time relaxation for Occupancy Certificate (OC)-exempted buildings. The application window is open until July 6, 2026.

Key Details:

• Eligible buildings: Residential structures with G+3 floors or stilt parking + 4 floors

• Plot size limit: Up to 2,400 sq. ft. with 20% permissible variation

• Eligibility condition: Buildings completed on or before May 31, 2026

• Scheme: One-time relaxation for OC-exempted residential buildings

• Government order issued: June 22, 2026

• Application deadline: July 6, 2026 (15-day window as per order)

Application Guidelines

• Pending applications: Provide existing application number and date; submit geo-tagged building photo with BESCOM officer

• Temporary connections: Submit geo-tagged photo and apply for permanent connection via sub-division office or online

• No prior connection: Submit geo-tagged photo at BESCOM sub-division office for new permanent connection request

Public Office Access

BESCOM sub-divisions will remain open on select holidays for public convenience:

• June 26 (Muharram – last day)

• June 27 (Fourth Saturday)

• June 28 (Sunday)

• July 5 (Sunday)