Summary: — ### **Document Summary: Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) Amendment Notification** ### **Background:** The CSERC has issued this notification in exercise of powers under **Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003**. The amendment is made in compliance with: 1. The order dated **12 April 2018** by the **Supreme Court of India** in *Civil […]
In the matter of Seeking exemption from having dedicated feeder for availing open access for Solar PV power of CSERC (Connectivity and Intra-State Open Access) Regulations – EQ
Summary: — ### **1. Case Overview:** – **Petitioner:** M/s Amrit Metals and Gases LLP (located in Urla Industrial Estate, Raipur) – **Contract Demand:** 360 KVA – **Supply:** Connected via 33 kV RIC Feeder from 132 kV Birgaon substation – **Respondents:** 1. Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company Limited (CSPDCL) 2. Chhattisgarh State Power Transmission Company Limited […]
Chhattisgarh’s Solar Shift: State Commission Unlocks Green Power for Industry with Landmark Open Access Waiver – EQ
In Short : The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) has approved a pivotal solar open access exemption for industrial consumers. It permanently waives additional surcharges for solar projects established on their own land or rooftops. This policy aims to slash high power costs for industries, boost local solar investment, and ease grid demand. It […]
CSERC (Terms and conditions for determination of tariff for Renewable Energy sources) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — 1. **Scope & Eligibility**: * Applies to RE projects achieving Commercial Operation Date (COD) between **1st April 2025 and 31st March 2030**, located within the state, and supplying their entire power to state distribution licensees on a long-term basis. * Defines eligibility criteria for various technologies: Wind, Small Hydro, Solar (PV, Thermal, Floating), […]
CSERC (Terms and Conditions for determination of Multi-Year Tariff) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: —- **1. Scope of Application:** The Regulations apply to the following entities operating in Chhattisgarh: * State Transmission Utility * Generating companies (supplying power to distribution licensees in the state under long-term agreements, except stations under central jurisdiction and certain renewable energy stations) * All intra-state transmission licensees * All distribution licensees * State […]
Draft CSERC (Terms and Conditions for determination of Multi-Year Tariff) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **PART 1: INTRODUCTION & SCOPE** ### **1.1 Legal Basis & Commencement** * **Enacted under:** Sections 61, 62, 181(2), and 32(3) of the Electricity Act, 2003. * **Control Period:** April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2030. * **Applicability:** Extends to the entire state of Chhattisgarh. ### **1.2 Regulated Entities** The regulations apply to: […]
CSERC Supply Code (Fifth Amendment) 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### **1. Key Amendments Introduced** #### **a) Updated Contract Demand Limits (Code 3.4)** The amendment revises the minimum and maximum contract demands for different supply voltages: | Supply Voltage | Minimum Contract Demand | Maximum Contract Demand | |—————-|————————–|————————–| | 230 V | – | 5 kW | | 440 V | – […]
CSERC (Conduct of Business) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — **1. Key Document Details** * **Issuing Authority:** Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) * **Notification No.:** 113/CSERC/2025 * **Date of Notification:** 20th November 2025 * **Legal Basis:** Issued under **Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003**. * **Subject:** Amendment to the **CSERC (Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2009**. **2. Purpose & Context** The amendment […]
CSERC Unlocks Remote Solar Sharing Through Virtual Net Metering in Chhattisgarh – EQ
In Short : The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) has clarified that renewable energy plants under Virtual Net Metering (VNM) can be located off-site — not necessarily at the consumer’s premises. This landmark decision allows a single solar plant to serve multiple consumers, boosting access for those lacking rooftop space and significantly advancing distributed […]
Objections and suggestions are invited on Draft Chhattisgarh State Electricity Supply Code (Fifth Amendment), 2024 – EQ
Objections and suggestions are invited on Draft Chhattisgarh State Electricity Supply Code (Fifth Amendment), 2024 For more information please see below link: