Electricity Bill Welfare Discount (KEPCO ON) – Complete Guide 2025

Basic‑livelihood beneficiaries, persons with disabilities, large‑family and newborn households, and other socially vulnerable groups can receive up to ₩16,000 off their monthly electricity bill (₩20,000 during June – August), equivalent to a 30 % discount.

 

1. What is the Welfare Discount System?

• Purpose: To ease the energy‑cost burden on vulnerable and large‑family households and to optimize power consumption through demand management.
• Legal basis: Enforcement Decree of the Electricity Business Act and KEPCO’s “Welfare Discount” tariff provisions.
• Operator: Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO).

2. 2025 Eligibility at a Glance

 

 

Category	Detailed eligibility	Discount / Limit
Low‑income households	Basic‑livelihood beneficiaries, near‑poverty households	₩8,000 – ₩16,000 per month
Disabilities / Veterans	Persons with disabilities, national / independence / 5·18 veterans (Grades 1–3)	₩16,000 per month
Multi‑child / Large family	Three or more children, or five or more household members	30 % off, up to ₩16,000 per month
Newborn households	Household with a child under 36 months	30 % off, up to ₩16,000 per month
Medical appliances	Users of oxygen concentrators or ventilators	30 % off, up to ₩16,000 per month
Social‑welfare facilities	Facilities under the Social Welfare Services Act	30 % off (no monetary cap)

 

Summer bonus (June – August): All monetary caps increase by 30 % (e.g., ₩16,000 → ₩20,800)

 

 

3. Required Documents & How to Apply

 

 

Required documents

• Electricity‑bill discount application form (auto‑generated in KEPCO ON)
• Proof of eligibility: resident registration, family‑relation certificate, disability card, etc.
• If applying by proxy: letter of attorney and both IDs

“3‑Minute” Online or Mobile Application

1. Log in → Billing / Payment → Welfare Discount Application
2. Agree to terms and select the discount type.
3. Enter customer number and address, upload documents → Submit
4. Result notified by SMS / e‑mail within 1–3 days

Phone / In‑person alternative: Dial 123 (KEPCO call center) or visit the nearest KEPCO office / community center.

 

4. Extra Ways to Save on Electricity

• Energy Cashback: Earn cash‑back rewards based on your reduction in usage.
• High‑efficiency appliance rebate: Up to 10 % back on purchases of energy‑efficient TVs, refrigerators, etc.
• Smart Meter (AMI): Track real‑time usage and reduce peak‑hour consumption.

 

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q. Can I combine this with the large‑family discount I already receive?
  A. No. Choose the single program that saves you more.
• Q. Will the discount carry over automatically if I move?
  A. No. You must re‑apply after your address changes.
• Q. When does the discount start?
  A. Applications submitted from the 1st – 15th of the month apply to that month’s bill; applications after the 16th apply from the following month.

6. KEPCO ON Application Forms for Download

1. Electricity‑bill Discount Application (PDF)
2. Apartment Common‑Facilities Tariff Change & Contract Change Agreement (PDF)
3. Near‑poverty Status Verification (DOC)

전기요금할인 신청서.pdf

0.15MB

APT공동설비 요금변경 신청 및 계약변경 동의서.pdf

0.15MB

차상위계층확인서.doc

0.04MB

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KEPCO ON Welfare Discount can cut your annual electricity costs by up to ₩192,000, including the summer bonus. Check your eligibility on KEPCO ON now and upload the required documents to ease your household energy burden!