What is USC Number in Electricity Bills ?

What is USC Number in Electricity Bills ?

The Unique Service Number is a system introduced by the TSSPDCL to make it comfortable for consumers to pay the electricity bills online, register their grievances, and also monitor their power consumption.

 Earlier the consumers who pay their electricity bill online need to first enter their district number followed by ERC number and then service number. In a move to make it simpler, TSSPDCL has introduced the USC system to avoid confusion and long online payment process.

The Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited (TSSPDCL) has introduced a Unique Service Number (USC) to make it easier for consumers to pay electricity bills online.  

The TSSPDCL assigns this unique service number to each electricity consumer to facilitate efficient processing of transactions, monitoring power consumption, and resolving inquiries.  

The Unique Service Number will be printed on the power bill that is given to the consumers at the end or start of every month. Other details regarding the USC number are as follows:

Why is USC Number Necessary? 

The TSSPDCL assigned USC number is necessary for several reasons. Some of them are:

  1. The USC number helps consumers to pay electricity bills online
  1. The USC number helps consumers to monitor their electricity usage
  1. The USC number can also be used to register a grievance with the TSSPDCL department
  1. The USC number can also help consumers know about their pending electricity dues
  1. The USC number also gives constant updates about the consumer’s electricity usage history

How to Find USC Number in Electricity Bills?

The following is a step-by-step guide on how to find USC numbers in electricity bills:

Online:

  1. Open the TSSPDCL’s online portal and log in with your account details
  1. Your USC number will be displayed on the portal under account information

Mobile APP

  1. Open the TSSPDCL mobile app and log in
  1. Open the billing section or account information section
  1. You will find your USC number listed under any one of the options

Offline

The easiest and most straightforward method to find one’s USC number is to check the electricity bills that are sent to your doorstep at the end or start of every month. The USC number will be prominently displayed on the top section of the bill.

However, in case the above options are not accessible, the consumer can also visit the nearest TSSPDCL office with relevant identification proof and details of the electricity connection. The TSSPDCL representatives will help the consumers to locate the USC number.

Another alternative is to contact TSSPDCL’s customer care services. The call center will provide the consumers with the necessary help in locating their USC number.

FAQs on USC Number in Electricity Bills

  • What is the USC number in electricity bills?

    The Unique Service number (USC) is allotted by the Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL) to consumers to make online electricity bill payments easier. The consumers can enter only the USC number online to make their payments. The USC number can also be used to monitor one’s electricity consumption or for registering a grievance.

  • How can I find out my USC number?

    You can find out your USC number by either checking your electricity bill. The USC number will be mentioned on the top section of the electricity bills. The other ways to find out your USC number is to log in to the TSSPDCL website or mobile app and check the account details or billing section to find out your USC number.

  • Is it compulsory to know my USC number?

    Yes, it is important to know your USC number to pay your electricity bills and monitor your electricity consumption. Knowing your USC number will help you to register any grievance and also keep you posted about your pending bills (if any).

  • Who allots USC number?

    The Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL) allots the Unique Service Number (USC) to its consumers.

  • Can I pay my electricity bill online by only entering USC number?

    Yes, you can pay electricity bill online by only entering your USC number. The USC number is unique for every consumer, making it easier for the department as well as the consumers to make and receive electricity bill payments more quickly and conveniently.

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