Tariff Formation Process
Currently, electricity tariffs for the population are socially oriented and set below the actual cost of production. In this regard, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the medium-term tariff policy for 2025-2030 by resolution No. 227 dated April 24, 2025.This policy implies a phased increase in tariffs, which will allow balancing the income and expenses of energy companies and reducing the existing deficit in the energy system.
“To ensure uninterrupted power supply, it is necessary to conduct annual repairs of equipment, including overhead lines and transformers. For a long time, the existing tariffs did not cover the actual costs of electricity production, and the difference was compensated by budget funds. Now, however, tariffs will be gradually adjusted to the level of actual production costs,” the department explained.
According to the approved tariff policy, all subscribers will pay for electricity at its production cost. Energy officials believe this will help eliminate financial problems in the sector and ensure access to electricity for new facilities such as kindergartens, schools, and hospitals.
Tariffs for the Population
In Kyrgyzstan, differentiated tariffs for electricity are established for household consumers, depending on the volume of consumption. If less than 700 kilowatt-hours are consumed in a month, a social norm applies, and if exceeded, the tariff will be based on actual production costs, similar to non-household clients.Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev previously reported that in 2027 the tariff will increase by 33 tyiyn, in 2028 by 39 tyiyn, in 2029 by 47 tyiyn, and in 2030 by 57 tyiyn. By that time, the tariff will reach 3.4 soms for consumption up to 700 kW.
Thus, the tariffs will be as follows:
- May 1, 2026 - 1 som 64 tyiyn;
- May 1, 2027 - 1 som 97 tyiyn;
- May 1, 2028 - 2 soms 36 tyiyn;
- May 1, 2029 - 2 soms 83 tyiyn;
- May 1, 2030 - 3.4 soms.
Tariffs for all consumers will be established according to similar rules and will amount to the following from May 1, 2026:
- for low-income families receiving benefits and having children under 16 years old - 2.94 soms (an increase of 34 tyiyn);
- for social and public consumers - 2.97 soms (an increase of 35 tyiyn);
- for electric vehicle charging stations - 6 soms (an increase of 69 tyiyn);
- for industrial consumers - 3.78 soms (an increase of 44 tyiyn);
- for commercial consumers - 4.48 soms (an increase of 52 tyiyn);
- for budget consumers - 4.63 soms (an increase of 54 tyiyn);
- for energy-intensive consumers - 6.86 soms (an increase of 80 tyiyn).
Introduction of a New Night Tariff
Along with the increase in tariffs, a new type of differentiated tariff - a night tariff - will be introduced. Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev reported that this initiative arose at the request of deputies.The prices for the new differentiated tariff have not yet been established and are in the process of being agreed upon with the Cabinet of Ministers.The essence of the new tariff is that when electricity is used predominantly at night, a reduced rate will apply, which will be 25% lower than the standard tariff.
It is important to note that the transition to the differentiated tariff will be entirely voluntary and depend on the consumers' desire. This measure aims to reduce the load on the energy system during peak hours, eliminate the deficit, and ensure the reliability of electricity supply across the country.
Additionally, the tariff will only apply if there is technical capability from the energy supply organization and the presence of smart meters (AIIISKU). Four categories of consumers will be able to take advantage of this tariff: the population, electric vehicle charging stations, industrial, and commercial consumers.
