For millions of Indians, the day doesn’t really begin with chai—it begins with checking petrol and diesel prices. If you’re a commuter who spends hours on the road, a farmer running pumps, or a small business owner trying to balance delivery costs, you know how much a single rupee change in fuel rates can shake your monthly budget.
That’s why today’s update on fuel prices matters. The latest revision brings clarity: are prices finally holding steady, or should we brace ourselves for another hike? Let’s break it down.
How Are Petrol and Diesel Prices Decided?
Every morning at 6 AM, fuel prices in India are updated by state-run oil marketing companies—IOC (Indian Oil Corporation), BPCL (Bharat Petroleum), and HPCL (Hindustan Petroleum).
Dollar-to-Rupee exchange rate – Since India imports most of its oil, the value of the rupee against the dollar makes a big difference.
Add to that state taxes, freight charges, and dealer commissions, and you get why petrol is costlier in Mumbai or Hyderabad but cheaper in Chandigarh.
Today’s Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Cities (Updated August 27, 2025)
| City | Petrol Price (₹/Litre) | Diesel Price (₹/Litre) |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹94.72 | ₹87.62 |
| Mumbai | ₹104.21 | ₹92.15 |
| Kolkata | ₹103.94 | ₹90.76 |
| Chennai | ₹100.75 | ₹92.34 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹94.49 | ₹90.17 |
| Bengaluru | ₹102.92 | ₹89.02 |
| Hyderabad | ₹107.46 | ₹95.70 |
| Jaipur | ₹104.72 | ₹90.21 |
| Lucknow | ₹94.69 | ₹87.80 |
| Pune | ₹104.04 | ₹90.57 |
| Chandigarh | ₹94.30 | ₹82.45 |
| Indore | ₹106.48 | ₹91.88 |
| Patna | ₹105.58 | ₹93.80 |
| Surat | ₹95.00 | ₹89.00 |
| Nashik | ₹95.50 | ₹89.50 |
How to Check Fuel Prices in Your City
Don’t want to wait for news updates? You can get the daily rate instantly on your phone:
- Indian Oil (IOC): Type RSP CITY CODE → Send to 92249 92249
- Bharat Petroleum (BPCL): Type RSP CITY CODE → Send to 92231 12222
- Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL): Type HP Price → Send to 92222 01122