Government States No Electricity Tariff Increase Until June
The government has stated that there will be no increase in electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026 (April–June). This policy is aimed at preserving public purchasing power while supporting industrial competitiveness amid global economic dynamics.
Acting Director General of Electricity at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Tri Winarno, stated that the decision followed an evaluation of various macroeconomic indicators in accordance with applicable regulations. “The public need not worry, as the government has set the electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026 to remain the same,” said Tri, quoted from a written statement on Wednesday, 1 April 2026.
The determination of electricity tariffs, particularly for non-subsidised customers, refers to Ministry of ESDM Regulation Number 7 of 2024. Evaluations are conducted every three months, considering several parameters such as the rupiah exchange rate, Indonesian Crude Price (ICP), inflation, and Coal Reference Price (HBA).
For the second quarter of 2026, the calculations are based on realisations from November 2025 to January 2026, with assumptions of an exchange rate of Rp 16,743.46 per US dollar, ICP of US$62.78 per barrel, inflation of 0.22 percent, and HBA of US$70 per tonne.
Although calculations indicate potential for tariff changes, Tri said the government has chosen to retain the electricity tariffs to maintain national economic stability. This policy also applies to subsidised customers, who will continue to receive unchanged tariffs.
President Director of PT PLN (Persero), Darmawan Prasodjo, expressed the company’s readiness to implement the policy while maintaining reliable electricity supply throughout Indonesia.
“In the midst of dynamic global geopolitical conditions, we appreciate the government’s step to maintain electricity tariff stability for the second quarter of 2026. This policy provides certainty for the public and business world, and demonstrates the state’s presence in safeguarding purchasing power and national competitiveness,” said Darmawan.
He added that PLN will continue to ensure the reliability of the electricity system from upstream to downstream and improve service quality to the public.
“PLN is ready to fully support the government’s policy by continuing to maintain system reliability, expanding equitable access to electricity for all citizens, and enhancing operational efficiency,” he stated.