Pemerintah, melalui Kementerian ESDM, akhirnya menegaskan kebijakan energi nasional untuk periode beberapa bulan ke depan. Tarif listrik PLN untuk triwulan ketiga, mulai Juli hingga September 2026, dipastikan tetap stabil dan tidak akan mengalami kenaikan sama sekali.
Langkah strategis ini mencakup seluruh kelompok konsumen, mulai dari rumah tangga, usaha kecil, industri besar, hingga penerima subsidi. Semua pelanggan akan terus membayar tagihan dengan harga yang sama seperti pada triwulan sebelumnya.
Tindakan ini diambil oleh pemerintah untuk menjaga daya beli masyarakat tetap stabil dan mendorong pertumbuhan ekonomi nasional. Akibatnya, baik pengguna listrik prabayar maupun pasca-bayar tidak perlu khawatir tentang kenaikan biaya energi dalam waktu dekat.
PLN Electricity Tariffs for Non‑Subsidised Customers and Those with Official Subsidy Protection
For those who wish to track monthly spending, here is a full breakdown of the basic electricity rates per kWh in effect from July through September 2026.
1. Residential Category (Without Subsidy)
| Power Classification | Basic Electricity Tariff |
| R‑1/TR 900 VA RTM (affordable household) | Rp 1.352 / kWh |
| R‑1/TR 1.300 VA | Rp 1.444,70 / kWh |
| R‑1/TR 2.200 VA | Rp 1.444,70 / kWh |
| R‑2/TR 3,500 VA up to 5,500 VA | Rp 1.699,53 / kWh |
| R‑3/TR above 6,600 VA | Rp 1.699,53 / kWh |
2. Business and Industrial Customer Category
- Business B‑2/TR (6,600 VA–200 kVA): Rp1,444.70 per kWh
- Business B‑3/TM (Above 200 kVA): Rp1,114.74 per kWh
- Industrial I‑3/TM (Above 200 kVA): Rp1,114.74 per kWh
- Industrial I‑4/TT (Above 30,000 kVA): Rp996.74 per kWh
3. Category of Customers with Official Subsidy Protection
- Households 450 VA: Rp415 per kWh
- Households 900 VA with subsidy protection: Rp605 per kWh
How many kWh can you get when you purchase a Rp100,000 electricity token?
Why do neighboring households often receive different kWh amounts despite each buying a token worth Rp100,000? What causes this variation?
Nevertheless, another key factor besides the basic rate is the Street Lighting Tax (PPJ). The percentage is set entirely by local governments, resulting in variations across cities.
For instance, in DKI Jakarta, the PPJ rates applied are 2.4 % for capacities up to 2,200 VA, 3 % for 3,500–5,500 VA, and 4 % for capacities above 6,600 VA.
This is the most interesting part. Taking Jakarta’s PPJ variables into account, below is an estimate of the net power shown on the meter when a Rp100,000 token is purchased:
- Power of 900 VA RTM: yields roughly 72.19 kWh
- Power of 1,300 VA up to 2,200 VA: yields roughly 67.56 kWh
- Power of 3,500 VA up to 5,500 VA: yields roughly 57.07 kWh
- Power above 6,600 VA: yields roughly 56.49 kWh
These figures may vary slightly, increasing or decreasing, based on the resident’s location outside Jakarta where local tax policies differ. Nonetheless, this calculation can serve as a fairly accurate baseline for gauging home electronic device consumption.
Since there is no tariff increase this quarter, it becomes easier to plan household budgets for other needs in a more organized manner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any increase in PLN electricity rates for the July‑September 2026 period?
There is no rate increase. The government has decided to keep PLN electricity tariffs unchanged during this third quarter, the same as the previous period.
What is the current electricity rate per kWh for a 1,300 VA connection?
For non‑subsidised household connections of 1,300 VA and 2,200 VA, the applicable basic electricity rate is Rp1,444.70 per kWh.
Which factors reduce the value of a prepaid electricity token purchase?
The token purchase amount is reduced by the Street Lighting Tax (PPJ), whose percentage is determined by local government regulations, as well as any bank or sales outlet administrative fees that may apply.
How many kWh are estimated for a Rp100,000 token on a 900 VA connection?
For users in the 900 VA RTM (affordable household) category, buying a Rp100,000 token yields roughly 72.19 kWh (based on Jakarta’s PPJ assumptions).
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