Open an Account
An account is opened when customer applies for electricity.
Electricity Application Based on Load
All new and upgrading of electricity applications are classified into two (2) categories.
1) Electricity Application for Load up to 100kVA (<100kVA)
Customers need to appoint an Electrical Contractor registered with the Energy Commission to apply electricity on their behalf.
2) Electricity Application for Load exceeding 100kVA (>100kVA)
Customers need to appoint an Electrical Consultant Engineer registered with the Board of Engineers Malaysia to apply electricity on their behalf.
Customers may download the Electricity Supply Application Handbook (ESAH) for more details on supply application process and requirements. For further clarification or more information on load requirements with regards to their premises, customers may contact any registered electrical contractor from the Energy Commission Electrical Contractors list.
Application Process: Load up to 100kVA (<100kVA)
The premise status, whether it is a newly built or an existing one, dictates the supply application process.
1) Newly Built Premise
For a newly built premise and has no electricity supply, the process is as mentioned.
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Appoint Contractor
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Fill Up Form
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Pay Essential Charges
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Get Electricity Supply
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Note: Currently under this category, customers are required to pay upfront all these essential charges which include the Connection Charges, Stamp Duty and Security Deposit to apply for electricity.
To get the best deal among the listed contractors, customers are advised to liaise and request for quotations prior to appointing one.
* Effective from 1st April 2017, commercial premises under the municipality of Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur (DBKL) may have the privilege of improvised process in getting electricity. Click here to find out more.
2) Existing Premise
Customer may apply direct to TNB without appointing a contractor for an existing premise (premise with prior electricity connection but has been disconnected).
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Fill Up Form
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Pay Essential Charges
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Get Electricity Supply
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Exceptions: Customers can only opt for this method provided;
- TNB service cable and the premise meter board are present and in good condition.
- No premise renovation has been done involving the internal wiring.
- Customer gives assurance that the premise Internal wiring is in a good working condition.
According to Electricity Act 1995, customers are advised to get their premise internal wiring inspected by a registered electrical contractor if they unaware of the wiring condition and also as a precautionary measure.
It is the responsibility of the appointed contractor to trace the wirings (fill up Form G), test each wiring circuits (fill Form H) and then declare the results to customers.
The process of applying through contractor is as mentioned in the Newly Built Premise application process.
Customer must declare their premise installation condition truthfully, as disparity from declaration may result in supply application being rejected.
- For more understandings on the safety for Electrical Wiring in Residential Building please log into www.st.gov.my and http://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk
Where to apply for Electricity?
1) Application On-Line
Customer may apply for electricity by filling in the e-form and appoint electrical contractor on-line. This service is applicable to:
- Individual (Residential Category) Customers
- TNB Registered Electrical Contractors
- Housing Developers
Benefits of Applying On-line
- Application forms can now be completed online
- Faster application process at Kedai Tenaga
- Online Electrical Contractor selection and appointment
- Real-time supply application status updates
- Check amount of Connection Charges and Supply Deposit
- Mass promotion of Registered Contractors to TNB’s new customers
- Efficient and faster way to complete Group Supply Application forms
- Immediate online payment for connection charges, security deposit and stamp duty
Start apply via myTNB Self Service Portal.
Note: Due to legal restrictions, contractual documents will need to be signed off manually and attach it back into the system.
2) Application at TNB Kedai Tenaga nearest to your premise
Depending on the supply application type, customers or their appointed contractor may submit the electricity supply application to the nearest Kedai Tenaga.
Required Documents
Required Documents by Applicant |
Under Personal Name |
Company / Sole Proprietorship / Enterprise / Partnership / Society |
Government Body / Agencies |
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Copy of Applicant’s Identification Document |
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IC Copy of Authorized Person / Representative |
IC Copy of Authorized Person / Representative (Optional) |
Identification Card (IC) or Army ID or Police ID or passport ONLY
Note: Copy of ID must be:
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Letter of Authorization with Company/Society/ Agencies Letterhead |
Letter of Authorization with Government Letterhead |
Letter of Authorization signed by the company's management/government high rank officer containing:
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Copy of Registration Certificate |
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Company: or Company (Form 9) or Certificate of Incorporation On Change of Name of Company (Form 13) and Company Director (Form 49);
Business:
Legal firm:
or Joint Management Body Certificate; |
Documentary Proof of Premise Occupation |
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Proof of ownership (owner):
i. Land Title/ Latest Land Title Search/Strata Title; or
iii. Proclamation of Sale (Complete pages) In the absence of any of these 3 documents, applicant must make an application as non-owner/occupier. Proof of occupancy (non-owner/occupier): i. Valid period & duly stamped Tenancy Agreement containing below pages;
In the absence of the above documents, Akuan Pengesahan Permastautinan (eg. by Ketua Kampung/ Penghulu/ MPKK) is required to be submitted together (IF ANY) with relevant document that indicates the applicant’s occupancy of the premises such as:
i. utility bills or invoices like Indah Water Konsortium (IWK); or
Additional supporting documents for premises with Commercial and Industrial activities: |
Required Documents by the Appointed Electrical Contractor |
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Self Estimation Form of Consumer Connection Charges & Deposit |
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Metering Schematic (for Maximum Demand >100A) |
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Location Map (e.g Google Map) |
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Premise Picture (inclusive of premise, meter panel location and D hook if related) |
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Picture of the nearest power supply with respect to premise |
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Close an Account
Customers vacating their premise indefinitely such as moving after selling their premise should close their electricity account. When customers close their electricity account, their premise electricity supply will be cut off and depending on cases, their electric meter will be removed. Until they do so they are still liable for the electricity consumption and payment for that account.
Application Process for Close of Account
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Fill Up Form
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Pay Outstanding Electricity Charges
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Final Meter Reading
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TNB will refund the deposit if any, within one (1) month.
Where to apply for Close an Account?
1) Application On-Line
Customers may apply for closing of account by filling in the e-form via myTNB Self Service Portal.
2) Application at TNB Kedai Tenaga nearest to your premise
Customer may submit their application to the nearest TNB Kedai Tenaga nearest to the premise which account is to be closed.
- Download Closure of Account Form
3) Application by Post
Customers can write in officially and submit through registered post to the TNB Kedai Tenaga nearest to the premise which account is to be closed.
Required Documents
Application under name of: | Supporting Document: |
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Sole Proprietorship / Enterprise / Partnership / Society / Government Body / Agencies / Legal Firm |
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Deceased Registered Owner* |
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Change of Tenancy
Change of tenancy
To ensure the person occupying the premise is also the person liable for the electricity bill. This is done by changing the name of person paying the electricity bill of an existing TNB account. It is highly advisable to do so when there is a change of premise occupier, to avoid the liability of non-payment on the registered account owner.
For an example, you can change the account name on the electricity bill of your rented premises to the tenant’s name. The tenant will then be responsible for the payment of the electricity bill every month and the landlord will not be held liable should the tenant vacate the premise without paying the electricity bills.
Where to apply for Change of Tenancy?
1) Application On-Line
- Customer may apply for change of tenancy by filling in the e-form via myTNB Self Service Portal.
2) Application at TNB Kedai Tenaga nearest to your premise
To change the name, please complete the application form [Malay | English] and bring it to the Kedai Tenaga.
What is required for Change of Tenancy?
Required Documents by Applicant
- Completed & signed Application Form.
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Copy of Applicant’s (or Authorized Person/Representative) Identification Document
Note: Copy of ID must be:
i. presented both sides;
ii. crossed at the top left corner of the image with "For TNB Purpose Only" or "Untuk Kegunaan TNB Sahaja".
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Documentary Proof of Premise Occupancy
Application under the name of Company/Government shall require the following document(s):
- Letter of Authorization with Company/ Society/ Agencies/ Government Letterhead
- Copy of Registration Certificate (Form 9 & 49 or other form of official registration document of the Organization)
Required Payment by Applicant
- Deposit: two months of electricity depending on the type of premises (cash or cheque)
- RM10 stamp duty
- Processing fee (RM3.00 for low voltage or RM80.00 for medium & high voltage)
Upgrade or Downgrade Your Electricity Supply
Single-phase vs. Three-phase Supply
Generally, you should change to a 3-phase supply if you have three (3) or more air-conditioners in your home. Upgrading to a 3-phase supply will increase stability and reliability of electricity supply to your premises.
A single-phase meter measures usage from a 230 volt supply through two (2) wires, while a 3-phase meter measures usage from a 415 volt supply through four (4) wires.
You are advised to change from a single-phase supply to a 3-phase supply when your household electricity load exceeds 10kW (or 50A).
How to apply for Upgrade or Downgrade Supply Application?
Just login to www.mytnb.com.my to submit your request online. You would will be required select the preferred contractor and to clear outstanding payment (if any) online. This service is applicable to:
- Individual (Residential Category) Customers
- TNB Registered Electrical Contractors
Note: Online application is only applicable for maximum demand of 60kW (or 100A) only. For Large Power Consumers (LPC), application must be made through Kedai Tenaga.
Benefits of Upgrade/Downgrade Supply Application Online
- Faster application
- Online Electrical Contractor selection and appointment
- Real-time supply application status updates
- Check amount of Connection Charges and Supply Deposit
- Immediate online payment for connection charges, security deposit and stamp duty
Note: Due to legal restrictions, contractual documents will need to be signed off manually and attach it back into the system.
What is the application process for Upgrade/Downgrade Supply Application through online?
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Online Application
Appoint Contractor
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Fill Up Form
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Pay Essential Charges
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Get Electricity Supply
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Note: Currently under this category, customers are required to pay upfront all these essential charges which include the Connection Charges, Stamp Duty and Security Deposit to apply for electricity. To get the best deal among the listed contractors, customers are advised to liaise and request for quotations prior to appointing one.
Required Documents
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY APPLICANT |
UNDER PERSONAL NAME |
COMPANY / SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP / ENTERPRISE / PARTNERSHIP / SOCIETY |
GOVERNMENT BODY / AGENCIES |
Completed & Signed Application Form (Malay or English)
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Copy of Applicant’s Identification Document
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IC Copy of Authorized Person / Representative
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IC Copy of Authorized Person / Representative (Optional)
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Letter of Authorization with Company Letterhead
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Letter of Authorization with Government / Agency Letterhead
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Copy of Registration Certificate
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Metering Schematic (for Maximum Demand >100A) |
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Deposit
Deposit (Security Deposit)
The government has passed the Electricity Supply Act whereby TNB is allowed to collect a deposit of two (2) months of the customer’s electricity usage.
Calculation of Security Deposit (SD) for Non-Domestic Consumer (Low Voltage & Medium Voltage)
The calculation of SD for non-domestic consumer (Low Voltage and Medium Voltage) is based on Maximum Demand declared by the customer or his representatives:
i) The formula for determining SD is as follows:
SD = Average Consumption/Month (kWh) X Average Selling Price (ASP) X 2
Where,
Average Consumption/Month (kWh) = Maximum Demand Declared X 0.75 X 730 hrs X Load Factor
ii) Example of SD calculation, if declared maximum demand (MD) is 60 kW
Average Consumption/Month (kWh |
= 60 x 0.75 x 730 hours x 0.44 = 14, 454 kWh |
Security Deposit |
= Average Consumtion/Month (kWh) x ASP x 2 = 14,454 x 0.445 x 2 = RM 12,864.00 @ RM 12,860.00 |
iii) The category of non-domestic load factor is shown in the table below.
Customer Category | Load Factor |
Commercial | 0.44 |
Mining | 0.44 |
Agriculture/Livestock | 0.44 |
Streetlight | 0.50 |
Industrial | 0.60 |
Schedule of Average Selling Price (ASP)
Tariff Code | Tariff Description | ASP* (RM/kWh) |
A | Domestic | 0.318 |
B | Low Voltage Commercial | 0.502 |
C1 | Medium Voltage General Commercial | 0.445 |
C2 | Medium Voltage Peak/Off Peak Commercial | 0.405 |
D | Low Voltage Industrial | 0.442 |
E1 | Medium Voltage General Industrial | 0.433 |
E2 | Medium Voltage Peak/Off Peak Industrial | 0.369 |
E3 | High VoltagePeak/Off-Peak Industrial | 0.347 |
F | Low Voltage Mining | 0.301 |
F1 | Medium Voltage General Mining | 0.281 |
F2 | Medium Voltage Peak/Off-Peak Mining | 0.236 |
H | Low Voltage Specific Agriculture | 0.474 |
H1 | Medium Voltage General Specific Agriculture | 0.429 |
H2 | Medium Voltage Peak/Off-Peak Specific Agriculture | 0.404 |
G | Street Lighting | 0.253 |
G1 | Neon And Floodlight | 0.253 |
*Based on current tariff rate approved by Government
Payment Method
- For deposits less than RM2,000.00, you are required to pay in cash.
- For deposit more than RM2,000.00, a bank guarantee is preferred
Reduction in Security Deposit Amount
If the average of two (2) months bill is less than the amount of security deposit paid, TNB will refund the excess deposit upon customer’s request. For example:
Security Deposit Paid | RM10,000.00 |
Average Monthly Bill | RM3,500.00 |
Average of two (2) months electricity used | RM7,000.00 |
Amount credited to account (RM10,000–RM7,000) | RM3,000.00 |
Increase in Security Deposit Amount
- If the average of two (2) months average is more than the amount of security deposit paid, customers are required to pay the additional security deposit.
- Customers will be given a grace period to pay the additional security deposit.
- Payment can be made at TNB’s Kedai Tenaga, via online at www.mytnb.com.my or any of the one-stop collection agencies, e.g. Pos Malaysia.
Security Deposit Paid | RM10,000.00 |
Average Monthly Bill | RM6,500.00 |
Average of two (2) months electricity used | RM13,000.00 |
Additional Deposit (RM13,000–RM10,000) | RM3,000.00 |
Security Deposit Refund
- The security deposit will be refunded if the customer terminates or transfers the account.
- The customer can apply for closure of account by filling up an application form at Kedai Tenaga nearby or via online at www.mytnb.com.my at Self Service Portal (SSP)
- TNB will reimburse the security deposit by crediting to your bank account, by cheque (posted) or transfer to customer’s other active TNB Electricity Account after deducting any outstanding amounts (if any).
Interest on Security Deposit
Commencing January 1, 2017, the annual cash security deposit rebates for all TNB's customers will be implemented by cumulating the amount of the deposit rebates (2.5% per annum of the cash deposit amount).
This year's implementation practice is different compared to the previous years, which will see the rebate amount credited into the users' existing security deposit in the month of January every year.
For Example:
Total Cash Security Deposit as of 31 December 2016: RM1, 000
Annual Rebates Received: RM1,000 X 2.5% = RM25.00
New Total Security Deposit as at 1st January 2017 :RM1,000 + RM25.00 = RM1,025
Connection Charges
The Government has recently approved enhanced terms for Connection Charge. In line with this, TNB will be implementing these enhanced terms in the connection charge invoice effective from 15th January 2021.
The updated terms are as below:
Type of Consumers
Consumers are categorized based on the supply voltage level, as follows:
- Low Voltage: Supply voltage below 6.6kV
- Medium Voltage: Supply voltage from 6.6kV and below 132kV
- High Voltage: Supply voltage 132kV and above
Statement of Connection Charges
1. Low Voltage Consumer
Connection charges for Low Voltage consumer consists of:
i) Maximum Demand Charge
ii) Additional Cable Charge (if any)
iii) Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charges (if any)
Maximum Demand Charge
- Connection charge depends on Maximum Demand requested by the consumer. The charges is as per Schedule 1.
- This only applicable for request of supply not more than 6 km away from the nearest available supply (that could meet the requested load demand)
- Should the nearest available supply be unable to meet the requested load, the supply may have to be drawn from the nearest substation. In this case, the connection charge still applies as long as the distance does not exceed 6 km
Additional Cable Charge
- Should the distance exceed 6 km, the consumer will only pay for the size of the cable necessary to meet the requested load in excess of 6 km based on standard rate of the cable as shown in Schedule 2, even though a larger cable may be laid by TNB to meet the demand of other consumers.
Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charge
- Any request for additional or special request out of normal/standard TNB specification, e.g special request for an additional feeder by consumer or any request from third party such as Local Authority or Government Agencies, the consumer will be required to pay the full cost of the additional request.
2. Medium Voltage Consumer
Connection Charges for Medium Voltage Consumer consist of:
i) Maximum Demand Charge
ii) Additional Cable Charge (if any)
iii) Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charges (if any)
iv) Connected Load Charge
v) Liquidated Damages
Maximum Demand Charge
- Connection charge per kilowatt Maximum Demand (kW MD) is applicable. The amount to be paid depends on the Maximum Demand requested by the consumer.
- The connection charge is RM 45/kW MD
- The substation building and the land is to be leased to TNB at a nominal cost of RM10.
- In the even that disagreement arises between the owner and TNB, then the cost of any land will be determined in the manner as stipulated in the provisions under the Electricity Supply Act 1990
- Applicable only for requests of supply not more than 6 km away from the nearest available supply (that is able to meet the requested load demand).
- Should the nearest available supply be unable to meet the requested load, the supply may have to be drawn from the nearest substation. In this case, the connection charge still applies as long as the distance does not exceed 6 km.
Additional Cable Charge
- Should the distance exceed 6 km, the consumer will only pay for the size of the cable necessary to meet the requested load in excess of 6 km based on standard rate of the cable as shown in Schedule 2, even if a larger cable is laid by TNB to meet the demands of other consumers.
Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charges
- Any request for additional or special request out of normal/standard TNB specification, e.g special request for an additional feeder by consumer or any request from third party such as Local Authority or Government Agencies, the consumer will be required to pay the full cost of the additional request.
Connected Load Charge
- Connected Load Charge (CLC) is subjected to consumers who take supply at Medium Voltage and High Voltage. Please find the details of CLC information here.
Liquidated Damages
- Liquidated Damages (LD) is applicable for consumers who fail or cease to take supply for 5 years after supply has been connected. The basis of calculating the quantum of Liquidated Damages is as follows:
For each month in the 5 year period, the consumer shall pay 1/120 of the Net Capital Cost of the project.
In general, the LD is calculated according to the formula:
1/120 x Net Capital Project Cost x (60-n)
= (60 - n) x (P-C)
120
Where :
P – Total capital cost of the project
C – Connection charge paid by the consumer
(P-C) – Net Capital Cost of the project
N – number of months that have lapsed after supply is given
3. High Voltage Consumer
Connection Charges for High Voltage Consumer consists of:
i) Connection Charges based on 1st Principle calculation
ii) Refundable Connection Charges if Connection Charges under 1st Principle is greater than Project Cost
iii) Premium for project implement under fast track timeline (if any)
iv) Project Minimum Monthly Charge (PMMC)
v) Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charges (if any)
vi) Connected Load Charge
vii) Liquidated Damages
Connection Charges based on 1st Principle calculation
The basis of the charges is that the consumer has to make up for the shortfall in the return on the capital invested by TNB (herein after defined as “Project Cost”), at internal rate of return (IRR) approved by the Government and secured through the revenue earned from the sales of electricity to the consumer for a 15 year period of supply.
IRR is the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) approved by the Government under the Incentive-based Regulation (IBR) regime.
The formula for the connection charge is given as below:
Revenue – Running Cost = Annuity Amount
Present Value Future Cash Flow = Annuity Amount times by PVIFAWACC
Where:-
PVIFA - Present Value Interest Factor of an Annuity; and
WACC - Weighted Average Cost of Capital
Connection Charges is payable if Present Value Future Cash Flow < Project Cost
If the return falls short of the annual return required (Present Value Future Cash Flow is less than Project Costs), then a connection charge is levied by an amount so that the resultant investment by TNB is reduced to such an extent that the required return is achieved.
Under this principle, the capital invested by TNB of the project attributable to the consumer (Project Cost) is dependent on the nature of the supply based on the following criteria:
- If the supply is fully dedicated to the consumer, full project cost will be imposed to determine as the baseline to identify if Present Value Future Cash Flow is greater or less than the project costs; or
- If the supply is non-dedicated to the consumer or will be part of TNB’s transmission network, Project Cost will be apportion depending to the requested Maximum Demand of the consumer and the carrying capacity of the transmission line.
Refundable Connection Charges if Connection Charges under 1st Principle is greater than Project Cost
Based on principle mentioned under 1st Principle calculation where consumer is not subjected to connection charges if Present Value Future Cash Flow is greater than Project Cost, consumer is subjected to Refundable Connection Charges (RCC) which is equivalent to 25% from the Project Cost.
RCC = 25% x Project Cost
Consumer is required to achieve 75% from its declared Maximum Demand within:
- Six (6) years from when the new supply is commissioned for the new consumer; or
- Five (5) years from when the upgraded supply is commissioned for existing consumer who required the additional load with system upgrading
If the consumer fails to achieve 75% from its Maximum Demand within time mentioned above, TNB will forfeit or claim the RCC.
Premium for project implement under fast track timeline
Consumer may request and TNB may consider, a scheme of supply which is earlier than the date of supply to be made available by TNB in accordance with its current process of providing supply of electricity (herein after defined as “Fast Track Supply”).
For project implemented under Fast Track Supply, the consumer is subjected to premium charges based on the following project timeline:
Level | Project Timeline (Months) | Premium (% from Project Cost) |
1 | 0 – 12 | 15 |
2 | 13 – 18 | 10 |
3 | 19 - 24 | 5 |
The premium charge is an up-front payment which is not part of Project Cost for the purpose of calculating connection charges under 1st Principle.
Project Minimum Monthly Charge (PMMC)
means a fixed monthly charge equivalent to two per cent (2%) of the difference between the Project Cost (as defined below) and the Connection Charge, payable monthly by the Consumer for a maximum period of up to five (5) years from the supply at High Voltage is commissioned.
PMMC = 2% x (P - C)
Where
P - Project Cost
C - Connection charges based on 1st Principle
(P – C) - Net Capital Cost of the project
Special Request by Customer and/ or Third Party Charges
- Any request for additional or special request out of normal/standard TNB specification, e.g special request for an additional feeder by consumer or any request from third party such as Local Authority or Government Agencies, the consumer will be required to pay the full cost of the additional request.
Connected Load Charge
- Connected Load Charge (CLC) is subjected to consumer who take supply at Medium Voltage and High Voltage. Please find the details of CLC information here.
Liquidated Damages
- Liquidated Damages (LD) is applicable for consumers who fail or cease to take supply for 5 years after supply has been connected. The basis of calculating the quantum of Liquidated Damages is as follows:
For each month of the 5 year period the consumer shall pay 1/120 of the Net Capital Cost of the project.
In general, the LD is calculated according to the formula:-
1/120 x Net Capital Project Cost x (60-n)
= (60 - n) x (P-C)
120
Where :
P – Total capital cost of the project
C – Connection charge paid by the consumer
(P-C) – Net Capital Cost of the project
N – number of months that have lapsed after supply is given
You may still refer to the previous Connection Charge policy here:
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