Battery rebate in Victoria
A 13.5 kWh home battery installed in Victoria in May–Dec 2026 gets a federal rebate of about $3,458. Victoria's earlier state battery rebate has closed, so the federal rebate is the main help with the cost.
State incentives in Victoria
Victoria's earlier state battery rebate has closed. The federal rebate still applies.
What a battery is worth in Victoria
A battery stores solar power you'd otherwise export, so you use it in the evening instead of buying from the grid. In Victoria that swaps a feed-in credit of about 3c per kWh for a usage price of about 28c.
Family of four in Melbourne, $650 a quarter, no solar yet, using 2026–27 regulated prices. See the full Melbourne plan →
Federal rebate by battery size
| Usable size | Installed in May–Dec 2026 | Installed in Jan–Jun 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kWh | $1,292 | $1,064 |
| 10 kWh | $2,584 | $2,166 |
| 13.5 kWh | $3,458 | $2,888 |
| 20 kWh | $4,522 | $3,800 |
The same in every state: it's set by usable capacity and install date, at $38 per STC. To qualify, the exact model must be on the approved list, installed with solar by an accredited installer, and able to join a virtual power plant. Work out the rebate for your battery →
What size suits your home?
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Questions
Is there a battery rebate in Victoria?
Yes. The federal Cheaper Home Batteries Program applies in every state and territory, including Victoria. Victoria's earlier state battery rebate has closed, so the federal rebate is the main help with the cost.
How much is the battery rebate in Victoria?
The federal rebate depends on the battery's usable capacity, not where you live. A 13.5 kWh battery installed in May–Dec 2026 earns about $3,458, at $38 per certificate. Your installer sets the price they credit and may deduct fees, so check the quote.
When does the battery rebate drop?
On 1 January 2027. A 13.5 kWh battery installed on or after that date earns about $2,888, $570 less. The date that counts is when it's installed and commissioned, not when you sign.
Is a battery worth it in Victoria?
It depends on the gap between what you pay for power and what you're paid for exporting it. In Victoria the typical usage price is about 28c per kWh and the feed-in tariff about 3c, so every kWh a battery stores for the evening is worth roughly 28c instead of 3c. For a family of four in Melbourne on a $650 quarterly bill, the planner suggests 10 kW of solar with a 8 kWh battery, saving about $1,812 a year.