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UJALA Scheme (LED Distribution)

Distributes highly efficient LED bulbs, tube lights, and energy-saving fans at subsidized prices to domestic consumers through EESL to reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint.

SubsidyExisting Micro / MSME
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₹0 — completely free

UJALA registration is completely free. Consumers only pay the subsidized regulated price of the physical bulbs, tube lights, or fans. No registration fee is charged.

Beware of lookalike portals

Purchase only from authorized EESL discom kiosks or check the list of official counters on ujala.gov.in. Ignore online sites demanding online payments to ship free bulbs.

Only the "Apply on official portal" button above leads to the verified government site.

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UJALA Energy Efficient LED Bulb Scheme Guide

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Key Highlights

Up to 50% Subsidized Price

Buy energy-efficient items at nearly half of standard retail market costs.

On-Bill Financing Option

Pay for appliances in small interest-free monthly installments on your electricity bill.

3-Year Product Warranty

Bulbs and tube lights are covered under a free replacement warranty for 3 years.

UJALA vs Retail Price Comparison

Comparing costs of energy-efficient lighting and appliances

9W LED Bulb Cost

₹70 (UJALA) vs ₹140 (Market)

Savings of nearly 50% on bulb purchase, with a 3-year replacement warranty.

20W LED Tube Cost

₹220 (UJALA) vs ₹400 (Market)

Significant discount on energy-saving tube lights with high lumen output.

Who is eligible

  • Operating domestic consumer unit or micro-enterprise

Eligibility rules · v1 · effective 1 January 2020

Who is not eligible

  • UJALA program is active for operating domestic consumer locations.

How to apply

  1. Locate nearest UJALA distribution kiosk

    Visit designated distribution counters at electricity discom offices or mobile kiosks set up in your locality.

    Typical duration · 1 day

  2. Submit document copies and make payment

    Provide a copy of your electricity bill and Aadhaar, then choose upfront payment or on-bill financing installments.

    Typical duration · 1 day

  3. Collect appliances and receipt

    Collect the subsidized LED bulbs, tube lights, or fans along with the warranty receipt card.

    Typical duration · 1 day

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Additional Details

Unnat Jyoti by Affordable LEDs for All (UJALA) is a flagship national energy efficiency initiative implemented by Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Power. It is recognized as the world's largest non-subsidized LED distribution program.

Under UJALA, domestic electricity consumers can purchase high-quality 9W LED bulbs, 20W LED tube lights, and 5-Star rated energy-efficient ceiling fans at nearly 40-50% below standard retail prices. The cost is recovered either as an upfront payment or through small installments on the monthly electricity bill (on-bill financing).

Buying UJALA products is free of service charges, and any domestic consumer with a valid electricity connection is eligible. Products carry a standard warranty (e.g. 3 years for LED bulbs and tube lights).

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