Affidavit for surrender the existing electric connection

Last updated: February 12, 2026 Type: Affidavit Format Type: Affidavit Fill the Affidavit

**Sample PDF of the Affidavit is attached at the end.

Why is this affidavit used?

To formally declare that the consumer no longer needs the electricity connection for the premises.
To record the consumer's responsibility for clearing pending and future dues, even if they appear after disconnection.
To protect the utility (NDMC/discom) from future liabilities if any arrears are discovered later.
To act as a legal declaration in case of disputes over bills, dues, or misuse of connection.

When is it used?

When a house/shop/office is sold, vacated, or demolished.
Before applying for a new electricity connection at the same premises.
When shifting to another place and no longer needing the old connection.
If a connection is in the wrong person's name, it needs to be shut down before re-allotment.

Purpose

Surrender connection officially – avoid illegal or unauthorised use after vacating premises.
Ensure payment security – the consumer undertakes to clear pending bills even after disconnection.
Legal safeguard – An affidavit serves as evidence if disputes arise later (e.g., discom demands unpaid dues).

Other Important Points

Usually executed on ₹10/- stamp paper (varies by state).
Needs to be notarised or attested.
Accompanied by:
- Copy of the latest electricity bill.
- ID proof of consumer.
- Address proof of premises.
Once accepted, the discom issues a No Dues Certificate (NDC).

FAQs

Q1. Is an affidavit compulsory to surrender an electricity connection?: Yes. Most discoms (NDMC, BSES, etc.) make it mandatory as a legal undertaking.
Q2. Can dues arise even after surrender?: Yes. Final bills or adjustments (meter testing, arrears, penalties) can surface later, and the affidavit binds you to pay them.
Q3. Who can sign the affidavit?: The registered consumer (connection holder). If deceased, legal heirs need to provide succession proof.
Q4. What if I don't surrender the connection?: Liability for bills, misuse, theft, or even penalties stays in your name until disconnection is completed officially.
Q5. Is this the same as disconnection for non-payment?: No. Disconnection is forced by the utility for non-payment. Surrender is voluntary by the consumer with all dues cleared.
Q6. Can the connection be restored later after surrender?: No. Once surrendered, a new application has to be filed as a fresh connection.
Q7. Why is indemnity included in the affidavit?: To protect the utility in case future arrears are discovered. The consumer promises to clear them without dispute.

Downloads & Resources

Affidavit-for-surrender-of-existing-electricity-connection (88.13 KB)

Legal Affidavit Document

DRAFT – AFFIDAVIT

(For surrender of the existing electric connection)

I/We ___, ___ of Sh. ___, resident of ___, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:

1. That the said premises is installed with an electricity connection against K. No. ___ in the name of ___ and the existing electricity connection is to be surrendered.

2. I shall pay the dues calculated in the pre-final bill after disconnection of supply.

3. I undertake to make payment if found due in the course of time, after the issue of the final bill, if found payable at a later stage.

4. I undertake to indemnify NDMC for recovery of dues not paid by me on the said K. No. ___.

VERIFICATION

I/We ___, ___ of ___, resident of ___, do hereby confirm that the contents of the above affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed therefrom.

Place: ___
Date: ___

(Signature of Deponent)

WITNESSES

1. ___
Address: ___

2. ___
Address: ___