🔌 TNEB New Connection — How to Apply (2026)
Complete guide to get a new electricity connection from TANGEDCO in Tamil Nadu. Domestic, commercial, and industrial.
Two Ways to Apply
| Method | Where | Processing Time |
|---|
| Online | tnebnet.org → "New Service Connection" | 15-30 days |
| Offline | Local TANGEDCO Section Office | 15-30 days |
Step-by-Step Process
Apply online at tnebnet.org or visit your nearest section office. Choose connection type (domestic/commercial).
Submit required documents (listed below). Ensure all copies are self-attested.
Pay charges — Security deposit + meter caution deposit + service connection charges.
Site inspection — TANGEDCO engineer visits within 7 days to verify premises and feasibility.
Connection released — Meter installed and supply activated. You receive consumer number.
Documents Required
For Domestic Connection:
- ✅ Application form (available at office or online)
- ✅ Identity proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
- ✅ Address proof (Aadhaar/Ration Card/Passport)
- ✅ Ownership proof (Sale deed/Patta/Tax receipt) OR Rental agreement
- ✅ Building plan approval (from local body — Panchayat/Corporation)
- ✅ Passport size photos (2 nos.)
- ✅ Wiring completion certificate from licensed electrical contractor
For Commercial/Industrial:
- ✅ All domestic documents plus:
- ✅ Trade license / GST registration
- ✅ Pollution NOC (for industrial)
- ✅ Factory license (for industrial)
- ✅ Partnership deed / Company registration
Charges for New Connection
| Component | Domestic (1-phase) | Domestic (3-phase) | Commercial |
|---|
| Service Connection Charge | ₹1,650 | ₹2,750 | ₹3,300+ |
| Security Deposit | ₹1,500-3,000 | ₹3,000-6,000 | ₹5,000-15,000 |
| Meter Caution Deposit | ₹600-1,000 | ₹1,000-2,000 | ₹2,000-5,000 |
| Total (approx.) | ₹3,750-5,650 | ₹6,750-10,750 | ₹10,300+ |
* Charges vary by load, location, and distance from transformer. Above are indicative figures for 2026.
Timeline
| Stage | Duration |
|---|
| Application submission | Day 1 |
| Document verification | 3-5 days |
| Site inspection | 7-10 days |
| Estimate preparation | 3-5 days after inspection |
| Payment of charges | Same day |
| Meter installation | 7-15 days after payment |
| Total | 15-30 days typical |
Common Reasons for Delay/Rejection
- Missing building plan approval (most common reason)
- Incomplete documents — ensure all are self-attested copies
- Unapproved building / unauthorized construction
- Transformer capacity full — may need to wait for upgrade
- Pending dues on previous connection at same address
Tips for Faster Processing
- Apply online — tracked better than paper applications
- Get wiring done by a licensed electrical contractor first
- Keep building approval ready before applying
- Follow up after 7 days if no inspection scheduled
- Pay charges immediately after estimate is ready — delays reset the queue
FAQs
Can I apply for connection without building approval?
No. Building plan approval from the local body (Panchayat/Municipality/Corporation) is mandatory for new connections since 2019.
How to check new connection application status?
Login at tnebnet.org with your application number, or visit the local section office with your receipt.
Can a tenant apply for new connection?
Yes, with landlord's NOC (No Objection Certificate) and the rental agreement.
What if transformer capacity is full?
TANGEDCO may ask you to wait or contribute towards a new transformer installation. Typical wait: 1-3 months.