Electricity Price Extended in Ukraine: What Households Will Pay Until 2026.

Electricity Tariffs in Ukraine

According to Novyny.live: The Ukrainian government has extended the current electricity rate of 4.32 UAH per kWh until October 31, 2026. This applies to all consumer categories, including those eligible for subsidies. Notably, households that rely on electricity as their primary heating source will benefit from a reduced rate of 2.64 UAH per kWh, provided their monthly consumption does not exceed 2,000 kWh. This extension aims to provide price predictability amid ongoing economic pressures.

Two-Tier and Three-Tier Pricing

In addition to the standard rate, Ukraine offers two-tier pricing plans:

• 4.32 UAH per kWh during daytime hours (07:00 to 23:00)
• 2.16 UAH per kWh during nighttime hours (23:00 to 07:00)

Three-tier plans are also available, structured as follows:

• 4.32 UAH per kWh during standard periods
• 1.73 UAH per kWh during nighttime
• 6.48 UAH per kWh during peak load hours

To support households that depend on electricity for heating, Deputy Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko stated:

“We are supporting households for which electricity is the main source of heat.” — Yulia Svyrydenko

This measure is particularly relevant for multi-story buildings not connected to gas, private homes and apartments with electric heating, as well as residences lacking centralized or autonomous heating systems.

Meanwhile, the National Energy and Utilities Regulatory Commission (NKREKP) plans to raise the tariff for Ukrenergo by 21.6% starting July 1, 2026. Natural gas prices for households currently range from 7.96 to 9.99 UAH per cubic meter. These figures highlight the growing cost of energy resources and the ongoing need for consumer protection measures.

Extending the current electricity tariff is a crucial step toward maintaining stability for Ukrainian consumers, especially as energy prices continue to climb and threaten household finances. Subsidized rates for those using electricity as their primary heating source can help ease the financial burden on the most vulnerable populations, particularly during winter. However, the planned tariff hike for Ukrenergo could undermine this stability, potentially driving up overall energy costs across the country.