Gruha Jyothi Scheme Karnataka 2026: Free Electricity up to 200 Units per Month

Exam-focused facts from the 23 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Gruha Jyothi Scheme is a Karnataka government initiative providing free electricity up to 200 units per month to households and tenants.
Eligibility requires the beneficiary to be a resident of Karnataka or a registered voter, with Aadhaar linked to the electricity bill account.
The scheme covers only domestic consumption, not commercial use, and allows tenant self-declaration for verification.
Applicants can apply online through the Seva Sindhu portal or respective ESCOM portals by submitting Aadhaar, RR number, and other documents.
Benefits include no service charge for application and applicability in both urban and rural areas of Karnataka.