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Electrocoagulation was investigated for the effective removal of fluoride from drinking water. Different initial concentrations (2–10mgL⁻¹) of fluoride were considered for the experiment. Two different electrode connections (monopolar and bipolar) were examined for choosing the better alternative in order to intensify the performance of the process. It was observed that the removal of fluoride was better for bipolar connection than for monopolar connection. The final recommendable limit of fluoride (1mgL⁻¹) was obtained in 30min at 625Am⁻² using bipolar connection. The corrosion of electrodes as well as the sludge formed during the process was estimated for the bipolar connection. Thickness of film generated on the electrode surfaces in bipolar connection was also estimated at different current densities as well as for different initial fluoride concentrations. By-products obtained from the electrocoagulation bath …