State-owned electricity company PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has officially confirmed that there will be no increase in electricity tariffs for the period of April through June 2026. This decision aligns with the directives set forth by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), ensuring rate stability for consumers across the country.
Gregorius Adi Trianto, Executive Vice President of Corporate Communications and CSR at PLN, addressed concerns regarding rising electricity bills reported by some customers. He clarified that any unexpected spikes in monthly charges are likely due to shifts in consumption patterns rather than changes in base tariffs. Key contributing factors include fluctuating weather conditions, rising ambient temperatures, and an increase in household activities.
“Greater activity at home inevitably leads to higher daily electricity usage,” Greg stated on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, as reported by Antara. His statement was a direct response to growing public speculation on social media regarding supposedly inflated bills.
Previously, users on the platform X (formerly Twitter) expressed frustration over electricity bills that reportedly doubled, with some claiming their energy consumption had surged despite no changes in their electronic usage or habits. These complaints fueled rumors that PLN had secretly implemented a tariff hike. However, Greg explicitly refuted these claims, reiterating that PLN strictly adheres to the government’s tariff policies.
“For the April-June 2026 period, electricity tariffs remain unchanged from the previous term,” he confirmed. To maintain transparency, PLN is encouraging customers to proactively monitor their energy usage and payment history directly through the PLN Mobile application, which serves as a tool for managing household electricity efficiency.
To check usage history via the app, customers can navigate to the “Token and Payments” menu on the main dashboard. Users can then add their customer ID to access the “Usage History” tab for postpaid accounts or the “Token Purchase History” for prepaid accounts.
As a final measure to help consumers manage their costs, PLN continues to advocate for safe and prudent electricity consumption. “We recommend that customers regularly inspect their home electrical installations and unplug electronic devices when not in use to keep energy consumption under control,” Greg added.
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Summary
PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) has officially confirmed that electricity tariffs will remain unchanged for the April to June 2026 period, following directives from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. Responding to public concerns about rising bills, company officials clarified that reported price spikes are caused by shifts in individual consumption patterns rather than tariff increases. Factors such as fluctuating weather, higher ambient temperatures, and increased household activity are the primary drivers of these higher charges.
To address growing public speculation, PLN has firmly refuted rumors of hidden tariff hikes and emphasized its adherence to government policy. The company encourages customers to track their energy usage and manage electricity efficiency through the PLN Mobile application. Additionally, consumers are advised to perform regular home electrical inspections and disconnect unused appliances to help maintain stable energy consumption.