The Subsecretaría de Energía confirmed that results for the 2026 Subsidio Eléctrico will be released in August 2026. Following the close of the application period on June 5, thousands of households across the country are waiting to see if they qualified for this state benefit, which aims to offset rising electricity costs for vulnerable families. Successful applicants will receive an automated notification via the email address provided during the registration process.
How the subsidy discount is calculated
The specific reduction applied to an electricity bill is determined by the number of residents in a household, as recorded in the Registro Social de Hogares. The subsidy covers the second half of 2026 and is distributed across six monthly installments beginning in September 2026.
According to official data, the total semestral discount varies by household size:
- 1 inhabitant: $17.346 total (approx. $2.891 per month).
- 2 to 3 inhabitants: $22.548 total (approx. $3.758 per month).
- 4 or more inhabitants: $32.224 total (approx. $5.370 per month).
Managing address changes and account updates
Beneficiaries who have recently relocated within Santiago or other regions must act quickly to ensure their subsidy is applied to the correct account. Authorities have established a 15-business-day window starting from the August results announcement to update client information.
To avoid losing the benefit or having it credited to a previous address, recipients should visit the SIMPLE platform or contact regional offices of the SEC. Failure to update these details within the specified timeframe may result in the discount failing to reach the resident’s current utility provider.
Security warnings regarding digital communication
The Ministry of Energy issued a formal warning regarding potential fraudulent messages circulating via WhatsApp or SMS. Officials stated that the government will never request passwords, bank details, or ask users to click on external links to view their subsidy status.
The only authorized and secure method to verify results is by accessing the official portal using a ClaveÚnica. Any communication requesting sensitive personal information should be disregarded to protect against identity theft and financial fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I know if I received the subsidy?
The results are scheduled for release throughout August 2026, with notifications sent automatically to the email address registered during the application.
How is the monthly discount amount determined?
The amount is based on the number of people in your household according to the Registro Social de Hogares.
What should I do if I moved house after applying?
You have 15 business days from the August results announcement to update your customer number via the SIMPLE platform or at a regional SEC office.
How will you verify your results once the official announcement is made in August?
