Security Deposit (SD) Refund Application for Electricity – 6 Formats

You are entitled to a reimbursement of the security deposit you paid during installation if you have discontinued your electrical connection. A formal application must be submitted with the required paperwork in order to complete the procedure.

To assist you in creating a concise and successful refund request, below are five distinct application formats for different situations.

What is Security Deposit (SD) in an Electricity Bill?

Security deposit, shown as SD or “due security” on your electricity bill, is the amount the board collects when your connection is first installed. It works as a guarantee against unpaid bills. The amount depends on your sanctioned load and average monthly consumption, so boards revise it from time to time and show the revised figure on the bill. It stays with the board for as long as the connection is active, and becomes refundable only after the connection is permanently disconnected and all dues are cleared. Some boards also pay yearly interest on it, which appears as a credit on your bill.

When Can You Claim the SD Refund?

• After permanent disconnection of the connection
• After selling the property or transferring ownership
• After shifting to a new address and closing the old connection
• When the deposit held is higher than what your revised load requires

The process is the same across most boards — BSES, WBSEDCL, TPCODL, MSEDCL and state boards all ask for a written application with the consumer number, the final bill and identity proof. Some now accept it through their online portal as well.

1. General Application for Refund of Security Deposit

To,
The Executive Engineer,
[Electricity Board Name],
[Office Address],
[City, State, Pin Code]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Request for Refund of Security Deposit

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am [Your Name], a former consumer of your electricity board, holding Consumer Number [Your Consumer Number]. I recently discontinued my electricity connection for [Property Address]. I kindly request the refund of the security deposit I paid during the installation of the connection.

For your reference, the security deposit amount was [Amount], as reflected on the electricity bill. I have attached the necessary documents for verification:

1. Copy of the electricity bill.
2. Receipt of the security deposit.
3. Identity and address proof.

Kindly process my refund at the earliest. Thank you for your assistance.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Number]

2. Application for Refund Due to Shifting to a New Location

To,
The Executive Engineer,
[Electricity Board Name],
[Office Address],
[City, State, Pin Code]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Request for Refund of Security Deposit for Disconnected Connection

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am [Your Name], a former consumer of your electricity board with Consumer Number [Your Consumer Number]. I recently shifted from [Old Address] to [New Address]. Consequently, I disconnected the electricity connection at my previous residence.

I request you to process the refund of my security deposit amounting to [Amount]. The following documents are attached for your convenience:

Copy of the final electricity bill.
Proof of connection termination.
Address and identity proof.
I would appreciate it if the refund is processed to my bank account. Kindly find my bank details in the attached document.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Number]

3. Application for Refund Post Sale of Property

To,
The Executive Engineer,
[Electricity Board Name],
[Office Address],
[City, State, Pin Code]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Refund of Security Deposit Post Sale of Property

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am [Your Name], the previous owner of the property at [Property Address], where I held an electricity connection with Consumer Number [Consumer Number]. As I have sold this property to [New Owner’s Name], I disconnected the electricity connection.

I kindly request the refund of the security deposit paid at the time of connection. Attached are the documents required for processing:

1. Proof of property sale.
2. Copy of electricity bill showing security deposit details.
3. Identity and address proof.

I look forward to your prompt assistance in this matter.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Number]

4. Application for Refund After Temporary Disconnection

To,
The Executive Engineer,
[Electricity Board Name],
[Office Address],
[City, State, Pin Code]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Request for Refund of Security Deposit After Temporary Disconnection

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am [Your Name], a consumer of your electricity board with Consumer Number [Consumer Number]. I had opted for a temporary disconnection of my electricity service at [Property Address] on [Date of Disconnection].

Since I no longer require this connection, I request the refund of the security deposit of [Amount] paid during installation. I have attached the following documents for your consideration:

1. Proof of temporary disconnection request.
2. Recent electricity bill showing deposit details.
3. Identity and address proof.

Thank you for your assistance. Kindly process the refund at the earliest.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Number]

5. Application for Refund Due to Ownership Transfer

To,
The Executive Engineer,
[Electricity Board Name],
[Office Address],
[City, State, Pin Code]
Date: [Insert Date]

Subject: Refund of Security Deposit Due to Ownership Transfer

Respected Sir/Madam,

I am [Your Name], the previous consumer of electricity connection number [Consumer Number] at [Property Address]. As the ownership of the property has been transferred to [New Owner’s Name], I have discontinued my account.

I request the refund of the security deposit I paid during the connection. Attached are the necessary documents for verification:

Proof of ownership transfer.
Final electricity bill.
Security deposit receipt, if available.
Please process the refund to my bank account. Details are attached for reference.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Number]

6. बिजली सिक्योरिटी मनी रिफंड एप्लीकेशन (Application in Hindi)

सेवा में,
अधिशासी अभियंता,
[विद्युत विभाग का नाम],
[कार्यालय का पता],
[शहर, राज्य, पिन कोड]
दिनांक: [तारीख लिखें]

विषय: बिजली कनेक्शन की सिक्योरिटी राशि वापसी हेतु आवेदन

महोदय,

सविनय निवेदन है कि मेरा उपभोक्ता संख्या [उपभोक्ता संख्या] के अंतर्गत [पता] पर बिजली कनेक्शन था, जिसे दिनांक [तारीख] को स्थायी रूप से कटवा दिया गया है।

कनेक्शन लेते समय मैंने [राशि] रुपये सिक्योरिटी जमा की थी। समस्त बकाया राशि का भुगतान किया जा चुका है।

अतः आपसे निवेदन है कि उक्त सिक्योरिटी राशि मेरे बैंक खाते में वापस कर दी जाए। आवश्यक दस्तावेज़ संलग्न हैं।

धन्यवाद।

भवदीय,
[आपका नाम]
[मोबाइल नंबर]
[बैंक खाता विवरण]

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Key Points to Consider

Required Documents:

1. Application letter requesting a refund.
2. Copy of the electricity bill showing the security deposit details.
3. Copy of identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.).
4. Proof of address or ownership of the property.
5. Receipt of the security deposit, if available.

Steps to Follow:

1. Visit the electricity board office or their online portal to check the refund process.
2. Submit the application letter along with the required documents.
3. Provide your bank details for direct transfer of the refund.
4. Await confirmation from the electricity board and refund processing.

If you have the necessary paperwork and a well-written application, it’s easy to request a return for the security deposit paid for an electricity connection. To prevent delays, make sure all information is correct, including your consumer number and deposit receipt. You can get your refund more quickly if you follow the instructions. Contact the power board if you require any updates or help.