Water Bill
Water is one of the basic four necessities needed for the survival of mankind. Everyone is dependent on water for doing almost everything that life would be misery without its supply. So, if the water supply is cut due to unpaid bills, it will be very difficult to survive. Thus, every one of us needs to pay our water bills on time to avoid loss of supply.
Components of Water Bill
Let us have a look at the components of the water bill:
Service Charge
Service charge is linked with the consumption slab for all categories of consumers which include the domestic category.
Sewerage Maintenance Charge
A sewerage maintenance charge is levied for the maintenance of the sewerage system and is charged as per the volumetric consumption of water.
Additional Sewerage Charge
There is again another additional sewerage charge in the new water tariff that applies to such non-governmental units which are an alternative source of water like tanker water supply, groundwater and are also using sewerage system.
Types of Payment Modes
Your water bill can be paid both online and offline. You can pay your water bill online with a credit card, debit card, net banking, e-wallets, or Unified Payment Interface (UPI).
How to Pay Water Bill Online?
The following are the steps which will guide you to pay your water bill online:
- Visit the official website of your state's water supply board.
- Login to the portal using your credentials.
- You will be able to view the bill amount.
- Click on "Proceed".
- Select your preferred mode of payment.
- The page will get redirected to the payment gateway.
- Enter all the relevant details.
- Click on "Submit".
- Once your payment is done, you will receive the payment receipt.
Through e-wallets
There are different e-wallets like Freecharge, PhonePe, Paytm, Mobikwik, Amazon Pay, etc using which you can directly pay your water bill in a few simple steps. Here's the list of steps which you should follow:
- Login to the e-wallet app or website.
- Tap on "Water Bill Payment".
- Select your water board.
- Choose your service type.
- Enter your "RR Number".
- Click on "Proceed" to make the water bill payment.
How to Pay the Water Bill Offline?
You can also pay your water bill offline by visiting the nearest water supply office. Also, ensure to carry your electricity bill along with you. You can make the bill payment offline through debit card, credit card, UPI, cash, or cheque.
State and its Respective Water Supply Boards
The following are the various water supply boards in India:
State/City | Water Boards |
Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) | |
City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO) | |
Delhi Development Authority (DDA) - Water Delhi Jal Board (DJB) | |
Mizoram | Department of Public Health Engineering Water, Mizoram |
Warangal | Greater Warangal Municipal Corporation - Water |
Haryana Urban Development Authority | |
Hyderabad | Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) |
Agra | JalKal Vibhag Agra |
Prayagraj | JalKal Vibhag Nagar Nigam Prayagraj |
Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu Kashmir Water Billing (JKPHE) |
Jejuri | Jejuri Nagarparishad |
Kerala Water Authority (KWA) | |
Vijaypura | Vijaypura Water Board |
Uttarakhand | Uttarakhand Jal Sansthan |
Public Works Department Goa |
What is the RR Number in Water Bill?
RR number is a unique identification number that is provided to every user. This is how water supply boards differentiate one user from another.
How to Get a New Water Connection?
Given below are steps which will guide you to get a new water supply connection:
- Visit your state's water supply board.
- Click on the "Type of Request" section.
- Choose "Water Connection".
- Fill in all your required details such as your name, father's or spouse's name, email ID, contact number, property address, and details of a licensed plumber.
- Submit the scanned of your documents such as your proof of Identity, ownership status, and property ownership documents.
- Click on the declaration form and enter the captcha code.
- Upload the scanned copy of your signature.
- Click on "Submit".
FAQ
- How can I check my water bill status?
You can check your water bill status through any e-wallets.
- Can I make my water bill payment offline?
Yes, you can visit your nearest water supply office and make your water bill payment offline.
- Is the RR number and consumer number the same?
The name for the RR number and consumer number varies from board to board.
- How to get my customer identification number?
You can easily locate your customer identification number on your water bill.
- Can I make my water bill payment through PhonePe?
Yes, you can make your water bill payment through PhonePe.
- How do I read my water meter reading?
Subtract the (P) previous metre reading from the (C) current metre reading to compute your water usage.
Disclaimer
Credit Card:
Credit Score:
Personal Loan:
Home Loan:
Fixed Deposit:
Copyright © 2025 BankBazaar.com.