JBVNL Schedule of Rates
About Jharkhand Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited
JBVNL serves the entire state of Jharkhand for power distribution — covering Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, Bokaro, Hazaribagh, Deoghar, plus rural areas across all 24 districts. The Cost Data Book covers distribution-side civil and electrical items: line poles (PSC, RCC, steel), conductors (ACSR, AAAC), distribution transformers (16/25/63/100/200 kVA), substation civil for 33/11kV stations, control rooms, MV/LV switchgear civil supports, cable trenching, and household-connection materials. Distinct from JUSNL transmission (separate publisher). Engineers preparing JBVNL distribution-line tenders, RDSS / IPDS reform programme civil works, and rural electrification (Saubhagya etc.) reference this Cost Data Book. The 2022-23 edition was prepared by FEEDBACK INFRA as a consulting deliverable; mid-cycle adjustments via departmental memoranda.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between JBVNL and JUSNL?
JBVNL is distribution (consumer-side LT/HT). JUSNL is transmission (high-voltage backbone). Both are Jharkhand state PSUs; both have own civil-rates references but distinct scope and rate structures.
Who prepared the JBVNL Cost Data Book?
FEEDBACK INFRA (a consulting firm) was engaged to prepare the 2022-23 edition. This is unusual — most state DISCOMs prepare in-house. The consulting-prepared edition reflects FEEDBACK INFRA's industry benchmark methodology.
Does JBVNL Cost Data Book include civil works?
Yes — includes substation civil (control rooms, foundations, switchyard pavement), line-pole foundations, cable trenching, household-connection civil. Plus electrical items (poles, conductors, transformers, switchgear).
What about Saubhagya / RDSS / IPDS programmes?
These centrally-sponsored electrification schemes use JBVNL Cost Data Book for the Jharkhand share. JBVNL is the implementing agency for state-side distribution upgrades funded by these programmes.
Where can I find current JBVNL tenders?
jbvnl.co.in publishes active tenders + e-procurement integration. Major recent activity around RDSS programme civil + electrical packages.