The government maintains preferential gas tariffs until 2026: what will happen to the heating price.

According to inkorr.com: The heating season in Ukraine will begin in mid-October. The government has decided to maintain special preferential gas tariffs for heating utilities and budget institutions until March 31, 2026, which means that heating prices will remain unchanged. This information is provided by

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What will be the heating price in the 2025/2026 season

According to current regulations, special gas supply conditions are in effect only until October 31, 2025, when contracts of thermal energy producers with LLC 'Naftogaz Trading' expire. However, to ensure the stable operation of thermal networks, the government has decided to extend the preferential mechanism for another five months.

What are the gas tariffs at the end of 2025

Current gas tariffs for different categories of consumers are as follows:

• Thermal energy producers – 7,420 hryvnias per thousand cubic meters including VAT.
• Budget institutions – 16,390 hryvnias per thousand cubic meters including VAT.
• Households – 7,960 hryvnias per thousand cubic meters including VAT (excluding delivery).

Who is the gas supplier for households in Ukraine

Gas supply at preferential prices is provided by 'Naftogaz Trading' according to special obligations imposed by the government on NJSC 'Naftogaz of Ukraine' to protect consumers during the war. This system helps maintain socially acceptable heating tariffs for the population.

The decision to extend benefits was made against the backdrop of a large gap between state and market gas prices. In August 2025, market prices reached 21,600 hryvnias per thousand cubic meters excluding VAT, which is nearly three times higher than the tariffs for households.

A moratorium remains in Ukraine on raising gas, heating, and hot water tariffs. However, it does not apply to electricity and cold water. Authorities noted in a letter to the IMF that an increase in utility tariffs for the population is only possible after the end of the war.

The heating season traditionally starts when the average daily temperature is +8°C or lower for three consecutive days.

Thus, the government continues to support the population by providing affordable heating tariffs amid economic instability. This decision will allow Ukrainians to transition to the new winter with more confidence, hoping for stability amid the war and energy crisis.