Until When is the Electricity Discount? Check the Valid Dates This Month

Kapanlagi.com - Household customers with a power capacity of 2,200 VA and below, get ready! A 50 percent electricity tariff discount is still available, but don’t get complacent, as this program is only valid until the end of February 2025. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has confirmed that this tariff cut will not be extended after the specified period.

For postpaid customers, this discount will be applied automatically when paying the monthly bill. Meanwhile, prepaid customers only need to purchase tokens at half price to get the same amount of kWh as before. This step is taken to alleviate the burden on the community amid rising prices and new fiscal policies.

But, how does this discount mechanism work? And until when can this opportunity be utilized? Don’t miss the complete explanation so you can enjoy lower electricity rates before this program ends. Stay tuned for more detailed information summarized by Kapanlagi.com, Sunday (2/2).

1. Until When Will the 50 Percent Electricity Discount Be Valid? Last Until February 28

In a positive move for residential customers, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) through Ministerial Decision Number 348.K/TL.01/MEM.L/2024, announced an electricity discount that will be valid for two months, from January to February 2025.

Postpaid customers will automatically enjoy a rate reduction when making payments in the following month, while prepaid customers will have the opportunity to purchase electricity tokens with discounts of up to 50 percent before February 28, 2025.

However, ESDM Minister Bahlil Lahadalia emphasized that this opportunity will not be extended, making it very important for customers to take advantage of this attractive program before the discount period ends. "It won't be extended, just two months," he asserted.

2. Who is Eligible to Receive the Discount?

PLN has once again provided good news for household customers with electricity power below 2,200 VA, as they are entitled to a 50% electricity tariff discount! Without the need to go through registration or special applications, this discount will be directly received by eligible customers. Unfortunately, those with power above 2,200 VA still have to pay the normal tariff.

PLN's President Director, Darmawan Prasodjo, emphasized the company's commitment to facilitating electricity access for all communities, thanks to a digitized customer service system. So, enjoy this convenience and feel the benefits!

3. How to Get a 50 Percent Electricity Discount

Take advantage of this golden opportunity to save on electricity costs with an enticing discount! Postpaid customers will automatically receive a 50 percent discount when paying their electricity bill in February and March 2025. Payments for the January bill can be made from February 1 to 20, while the February bill can be settled between March 1 and 20.

For prepaid customers, simply purchase electricity tokens through the PLN Mobile app, agents, or retail, and pay half price to get the full amount of kWh! However, remember, this discount is only valid until February 28, 2025, with no minimum transaction limit, but there is a maximum kWh limit according to the customer's power. Don't miss this opportunity to save!

4. What is the Maximum Discount That Can Be Obtained?

Although an enticing discount of 50 percent is offered, there is a limit to the number of kWh that can be purchased each month according to the customer's electricity capacity. For customers with a capacity of 450 VA, the maximum purchase is 324 kWh per month with a discount of up to Rp67,230.

Meanwhile, for 900 VA capacity, the limit reaches 648 kWh with a maximum discount of Rp438,048. Customers with a capacity of 1,300 VA can purchase up to 936 kWh with a discount of Rp676,119, and for those with a capacity of 2,200 VA, the limit is 1,584 kWh with a maximum discount of Rp1,144,202. However, it is important to remember that after reaching these limits, the price of the subsequent electricity tokens will be charged at the normal rate without a discount.

5. What Happens After the Discount Ends?

After the beneficial discount program ends on February 28, 2025, customers will revert to the normal electricity tariff, so there are several important things to remember. Electricity tokens that have been purchased with a discount can still be used and will not expire, so for prepaid customers, it is advisable to purchase tokens in sufficient quantities before the discount period ends.

Meanwhile, for postpaid customers, the electricity bill in March 2025 will return to the regular rate. It should be noted that the government does not plan to extend this program, so after February 2025, all subsidies or additional discounts will end.

6. Do I need to register to get this discount?

No need to bother registering, as this discount will be applied automatically!

7. If I am a 3,500 VA customer, do I also get a discount?

Unfortunately, this attractive program is only intended for customers with power of 2,200 VA and below. So, for those of you with power below that number, this is a golden opportunity that should not be missed!

8. If I buy a token at the end of February, will I still get a discount?

Of course! If you make a purchase before February 28, 2025, you can still enjoy the attractive discount being offered.

9. Can this discount be used more than once in a month?

Of course! Customers now have the opportunity to experience amazing benefits with attractive discounts, which can be enjoyed as long as the monthly kWh purchases are within the specified maximum limit.

(kpl/srr)