Electricity Tariff Extended Until October 2026: What Households Will Pay.

Electricity Pricing Policy Extended

According to Espreso.tv: The Ukrainian government has extended the current electricity tariff through October 31, 2026. Starting from May 1, 2023, a uniform rate was introduced for households that rely on electricity as their primary heating source. A reduced preferential tariff for these consumers will be reinstated on October 1, 2023.

Updated Electricity Rates

Under the new pricing structure, consumption up to 2,000 kWh over a 30-day period is charged at 2.64 UAH per kWh. For usage exceeding 2,000 kWh, the standard rate is set at 4.32 UAH per kWh. A separate nighttime rate of 2.16 UAH per kWh applies between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Additionally, starting May 1, 2026, the National Energy and Utilities Regulatory Commission (NEURC) raised the price caps on electricity. On the day-ahead market, the maximum price is now 15,000 UAH per MWh, with a minimum of 10 UAH per MWh. On the balancing market, the ceiling is 17,000 UAH per MWh, and the floor is 0.01 UAH per MWh.

Furthermore, from January 1, 2026, NPC Ukrenergo's transmission service tariff will increase to 713.68 UAH per MWh, and from April 1, it will rise to 742.91 UAH per MWh. These measures are designed to stabilize the energy market and ensure reliable electricity supply across the country.

Extending the electricity tariff through 2026 is a critical step toward maintaining stability in Ukraine’s energy sector, especially amid ongoing economic challenges.

Source: Government of Ukraine

The introduction of both general and preferential tariffs aims to support households that use electricity for heating, while the increase in price caps reflects market realities and the need for financial stability among energy companies. This could also affect the overall cost of energy services for end users, a factor households should consider when planning their budgets.