Government Holds Electricity Tariffs Steady for July–September 2026

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has announced that electricity tariffs for 13 non-subsidised customer groups of PT PLN (Persero) will remain unchanged during the third quarter of 2026, covering the period from July to September. Minister of ESDM Bahlil Lahadalia stated that the decision was taken to safeguard public purchasing power and support national economic stability. Under Ministerial Regulation No. 7 of 2024, tariff adjustments for non-subsidised customers are made quarterly based on changes in realised macroeconomic parameters, including the rupiah exchange rate, the Indonesian Crude Price (ICP), inflation, and the Reference Coal Price (HBA). For the third quarter of 2026, the realised parameters from February to April 2026 were a rupiah exchange rate of Rp16,959.32 per US dollar, an average ICP of 96.12 US dollars per barrel, inflation of 0.21 percent, and an HBA of 70 US dollars per tonne under the domestic market obligation policy. According to the tariff adjustment formula, the accumulated changes in these parameters should have resulted in a tariff increase. However, the government opted to keep tariffs steady to maintain public purchasing power, bolster industrial competitiveness, and provide certainty for businesses. Minister Bahlil also confirmed that electricity tariffs for 24 subsidised customer groups will remain unchanged and continue to receive subsidies. These groups include social customers, low-income households, small businesses, small industries, and micro, small, and medium enterprises. The government remains committed to providing reliable, affordable, and equitable electricity, with the fixed tariff policy forming part of efforts to sustain economic stability while ensuring continuous electricity services. The Ministry further urged the public to use electricity wisely and efficiently to support national energy resilience and independence, and instructed PLN to maintain supply reliability, enhance customer service, and optimise operational efficiency.