TNB States Electricity Bills Unlikely To Increase For Student Hostels
TNB said it is aware of the concerns raised by university students following the implementation of electricity tariff revisions effective July 1, 2025. As the nation’s primary energy provider, the utility giant affirmed its continuous attention to the needs of consumers from all walks of life, including students.
The group highlighted that the majority of students fall under the domestic user category, which comprises over 23 million households nationwide and remains largely unaffected by any tariff hikes. This means that electricity bills for most students residing in typical rented accommodations or university hostels are not expected to increase, subject to their consumption patterns.
To further alleviate costs and promote energy sustainability, domestic users consuming below 1,000 kWh per month are eligible for the Energy Efficient Incentive (Insentif Cekap Tenaga), encouraging energy-saving practices and potentially reducing monthly bills.
Additionally, the Time of Use (ToU) scheme is available, enabling consumers, including students, to save on electricity bills by shifting heavy appliance usage—such as washing machines, air conditioners, or computers—to off-peak hours, thereby enjoying lower tariff rates.
Crucially, public and private higher education institutions, along with other educational establishments, are being offered a 10% rebate. This same rebate also extends to welfare homes and places of worship. TNB stated that this measure is a direct effort to help educational institutions manage operational costs more efficiently, preventing any cost implications that could burden students.
Furthermore, the RM40 Electricity Bill Rebate Programme, a monthly aid of up to RM40, is provided to hardcore poor households registered under the e-Kasih system of the Prime Minister’s Department. This initiative indirectly benefits student families from the B40 income group who may qualify for this assistance.
TNB stated that these comprehensive measures reflect its commitment to protecting the education sector and vulnerable groups.
