AC Electricity Cost in Lucknow 2026 — Per Hour, Day & Month
Updated May 2026 · Based on actual DISCOM tariffs and BEE 2026 ratings
₹7
Per Hour (1.5T 5★)
₹1,562
Per Month (8h/day)
₹6.2/unit
Avg Electricity Rate
7 months
AC Season
AC Running Cost Comparison — Lucknow
| AC Type | Per Hour | Per Day (8h) | Per Month | Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5T 3★ Non-Inverter | ₹9.61 | ₹76.88 | ₹2,306 | ₹16,145 |
| 1.5T 5★ Inverter | ₹6.51 | ₹52.08 | ₹1,562 | ₹10,937 |
| 1.5T Top Inverter (ISEER 5.5+) | ₹5.33 | ₹42.66 | ₹1,280 | ₹8,958 |
*Costs assume 8 hours daily usage. Per month = 30 days. Per year = 7-month AC season.
Climate Note — Lucknow
Hot and dry summers with occasional dust storms. Gomti Nagar and newer suburbs enjoy better power supply than the congested old city areas.
Local Electricity Supply
Lucknow electricity is supplied by MVVNL (Madhyanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd). The average tariff for residential consumers is ₹6.2/unit for the first 100 units, rising with consumption slabs.
Best AC for This Climate
High ambient rated AC (52°C certified) recommended — Haier, Blue Star, Carrier perform best in extreme dry heat.
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