By Adv. Gaurav Kumar, Founder, Bid Nexa · Live figures from state e-procurement portals · General information, not legal advice.
On 7 November 2026, state e-procurement portals tracked by BidNexa listed 2,956 active electrical works tenders across 22 states and UTs, with a median value of ₹9.52 lakh. To win them, meet the contractor registration and experience conditions, price from the BOQ line by line, and avoid the common rejection points below.
Where the demand is right now
| State / UT | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu | 461 |
| Kerala | 458 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 442 |
| Maharashtra | 357 |
| Jammu and Kashmir | 234 |
| Uttarakhand | 169 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 153 |
| Rajasthan | 148 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 112 |
| Punjab | 102 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 22 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Who is buying
| Buying office | Active tenders |
|---|---|
| PWD (Tamil Nadu) | 218 |
| DC-PDD (Jammu and Kashmir) | 173 |
| TNEB Limited (Tamil Nadu) | 136 |
| Local Self Government Department (Kerala) | 135 |
| HPSEBL (Himachal Pradesh) | 128 |
| PWD (Kerala) | 111 |
| MD - UPCL (Uttarakhand) | 90 |
| UP Power Transmission Corp.Ltd (Operation) (Uttar Pradesh) | 90 |
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 22 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Values and EMD seen
Median value ₹9.52 lakh; range ₹1 to ₹352.57 crore. EMD from ₹1 to ₹15 crore. Eligible MSEs may be exempt from EMD where the tender allows. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Source: NIC GePNIC state e-procurement portals (active tender listings, 22 states), data as of 7 November 2026.
Eligibility you will usually need
- Contractor registration in a class that covers the estimated cost
- Similar completed works within the period the tender sets, backed by completion certificates
- Average annual turnover at the level the tender sets
- Bid capacity, where the formula is given in the tender
- Key plant, equipment and technical staff
Licences and certificates
- Electrical contractor licence from the state licensing board, in the right class
- Contractor registration with the department, where required
- Supervisor and wireman licences for your staff
- Labour, EPF and ESIC registrations
Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Pricing tip for electrical works
Check whether materials are in your scope or issued by the department. It changes your rates and your working capital needs.
Why electrical works bids get rejected
- Contractor registration class below the tender value
- Experience certificates that do not show 'similar work' as defined in the tender
- BOQ uploaded in the wrong format or with edited cells
- EMD or its exemption proof missing or not in the required form
- Unsigned or incomplete declarations and affidavits
Live district pages
- Electrical Works tenders in Pune (134 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Jaipur (75 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Thiruvananthapuram (74 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Malappuram (74 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Thrissur (70 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Chandigarh (61 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Kangra (56 active)
- Electrical Works tenders in Chennai (52 active)
Frequently asked questions
Which licence is needed for government electrical works?
Electrical works generally need an electrical contractor licence issued by the state licensing board, with licensed supervisors on staff. Some departments also require registration in their own contractor list. The class and validity rules vary by state. Confirm in the tender document / NIT.
Where are electrical works tenders published?
State departments publish on their state e-procurement portals, central offices on CPPP (eprocure.gov.in), and many goods and services are bought on GeM. The tender notice names the portal and the buyer.
Can BidNexa help with electrical works tenders?
Yes. Bid Nexa checks eligibility, prepares documents and reviews your bid before you submit it yourself. We are independent and not affiliated with any portal or buyer.
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