Every day, millions in India log on to the pump to see if fuel prices have changed because a rise or fall, however small, bites into household finances. Today is no exception: oil marketing companies (OMCs) have once again revised petrol and diesel prices in a number of cities in India.
In metro cities as well as in smaller towns, vehicle owners woke up to new per litre prices for petrol and diesel that are the result of movement in crude oil markets as well as changes in taxes, or transportation cost. This abrupt shift is causing ripples as confidence was high that prices would hold steady.
In this story, we have shared the latest petrol and diesel prices, how they differ on a city level, the reasons for this change, and how you can find the updated prices for your city. Whether you’re a daily driver or just curious about the cost of filling up your tank today read on.
Petrol and Diesel Prices in All Cities in India
Today’s price revision in India has brought wide disparity among city prices. In Delhi, one litre petrol now costs Rs 94.77 and diesel Rs 87.67 per litre. In Mumbai petrol is priced at Rs103.50 and diesel at ₹90.03.
Petrol rates in Kolkata Rs 105.41, diesel Rs 92.02; Chennai sees petrol at Rs 100.90 and diesel at Rs 92.48. Other cites saw similar shifts. Bangalore is seeing petrol at 102.92 and diesel at 90.99.
The petrol is priced at about Rs 107.46 in Hyderabad while diesel is at Rs 95.70. Jaipur petrol is ₹104.41 and diesel is ₹89.93. These revised prices in India comprise central excise, state VAT (sales tax), dealer margin and transportation charges, says PTI.
Why Have Oil Companies Made Sudden Changes?
A number of key factors affect how and why OMCs decide to alter fuel prices at the pump sometimes with little warning.
International Crude Prices Move
Crude oil can be bought and sold around the world and its price changes daily. When crude prices rise on world markets, it costs more to bring it in, which eventually pushes up prices at the domestic pumps. On the other side, if crude prices decline sharply, there is a potential for the retail fuel rates to come down.
Currency Exchange Rate
When the rupee being depreciated against the dollar, cost of imported crude in terms of rupees goes up. That extra expense often shows up at the pump. More resilient rupee may mitigate the rise or even give room for small decline.
Taxes of States and Centre
Fuel pricing has a major element of taxation. Excise duty is levied by the central government and is the same for the entire country, and each state adds its VAT or sales tax. Since states determine their own rates of taxation, two cities separated by just a few hundred kilometers may have starkly different fuel rates.
Transportation and Logistics Costs
Transportation of fuel from refineries to pumps is by pipeline, truck or train. If it is necessary to transport fuel over long distances or through difficult terrain, these costs are added to the final price. Seasonal variations (monsoon, floods) or supply route disruptions can also increase transportation costs.
Dealer Margins and Local Adjustments
Retail dealers will quoted different margin rates due to distance from competition, volume or overheads. Also, regional variations and local adjustments, discounts or city incentives can slightly alter the prices even from one city to the other within the same country.
How Much Did Prices Change
Unlike in the past, when fuels are left unchanged for long periods of time, this’s update being referred as “sudden” as many citites get adjusted after days or weeks of stalemate.
In some metros, petrol or diesel prices may have remained unchanged, while in some other metros, the price of petrol or diesel may have gone up or down by a few paise or even rupees.
Lately, the last weeks many major Indian cities have experienced steady prices. For instance, diesel and petrol prices on September 25, 2025, were reported to be same in all cities. However, the oil firms have now revised the prices, probably in view of the recent trends in the crude market or the cost- pressures.
The extent of change will depend. In areas where transportation costs are higher or state taxes are higher, the difference may be even more significant. In the cheaper districts, the change could be smaller.
City-Wise Differences and What Affects Them
Even though there are nationwide price announcements, local prices vary. Here are some illustrative differences and reasons, The charges in Delhi and NCR are fairly moderate as the transportation cost is very less and the supply is centralized.
But in cities like Mumbai or in the coastal regions, are added logistics charges and possibly higher state taxes, which makes petrol more costly there.
Kolkata and other eastern cities usually add in the cost of freight from eastern refineries plus additional interstate transit charges you end up paying slightly above people in the interior of the country.
Cities in the South such as Chennai and Bangalore have their own tax structures and logistical requirements which means their prices are affected. Where there is a high VAT on fuel in the state, the pump rates will be higher that is why rates differ by several Rs in states even for the same central excise and base cost.
How to Check the New Rate in Your City
If you really want to know what petrol or diesel costs today in your city, these are the foolproof ways:
- Official SMS service (IOCL): Type “RSP dealer code” and send to 92249 92249 for the current petrol and diesel rates at your nearest pump.
- Oil company websites / apps Major OMCs like Indian Oil Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum publish rates on a daily basis.
- Local Petrol Pump Boards: Now-a-days a day before the petrol pumps & the diesel pumps post the new petrol and diesel rates on their price boards.
- News and Fule price aggregator websites: A number of news websites and mobile apps show up to date city wise fuel rates in the city in the morning.
Whenever you are checking, you need to make sure it is the “retail selling price (RSP)”, and all taxes and duties are included.
What Drivers Should Watch Out For
As adjustments to the fuel prices affect personal and commercial budgets, here are a few drivers’ tips:
- If you are certain a price hike is on the cards (because crude is rising or rupee is weak), then fill up the tank before the price revision.
- Watch the trends: prices have been on the up for several days, we might be due for another bump.
- Small changes add up in the long run for those who regularly take to the skies or use commercial services.
- Seek fuel stations with clear and unbeatable prices (for multiple stations in close vicinity).
- Be wary of pumps that show wrong or delayed prices after the daily revision always cross check from authentic sources.