Every day starts not only with the rising of the sun, but also with the new prices of petrol and diesel, which directly impacts the pockets of the common man. At 6 am, the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) release the latest rates, which are based on changes in international crude oil prices and the dollar-rupee exchange rate. These changes impact everyday life—be it going to an office or being a vendor selling fruits and vegetables. Therefore, it is not only important but also wise to keep an eye on the prices on a daily basis. This government system ensures transparency so that consumers do not get any misleading information.
Petrol and diesel prices in your city today
Here are the latest rates of petrol and diesel in major cities on January 17, 2026 —
New Delhi: Petrol ₹94.72 | Diesel ₹87.62
Mumbai: Petrol ₹104.21 | Diesel ₹92.15
Kolkata: Petrol ₹103.94 | Diesel ₹90.76
Chennai: Petrol ₹100.75 | Diesel ₹92.34
Ahmedabad: Petrol ₹94.49 | Diesel ₹90.17
Bengaluru: Petrol ₹102.92 | Diesel ₹89.02
Hyderabad: Petrol ₹107.46 | Diesel ₹95.70
Jaipur: Petrol ₹104.72 | Diesel ₹90.21
Lucknow: Petrol ₹94.69 | Diesel ₹87.80
Pune: Petrol ₹104.04 | Diesel ₹90.57
Chandigarh: Petrol ₹94.30 | Diesel ₹82.45
Indore: Petrol ₹106.48 | Diesel ₹91.88
Patna: Petrol ₹105.58 | Diesel ₹93.80
Surat: Petrol ₹95.00 | Diesel ₹89.00
Nashik: Petrol ₹95.50 | Diesel ₹89.50
Why have prices been stable for the last two years?
From May 2022, the central government and many state governments have cut taxes, as a result of which petrol and diesel prices have remained stable. Although there are fluctuations in the international market, prices for Indian consumers have remained largely stable.
On what factors do fuel prices depend?
Crude Oil Prices:
Petrol and diesel are mainly made from crude oil. When international crude oil prices increase, it directly impacts the Indian market.
Rupee against dollar:
India imports most of its crude oil, and it is purchased in dollars. If the rupee weakens against the dollar, fuel becomes expensive.
Government Taxes and Duties:
Central and state governments impose heavy taxes on petrol and diesel, which form a large part of the retail price. This is why prices differ in different states.
Refining Cost:
The refining process to make crude oil usable also incurs costs. This cost depends on the quality of crude oil and the capacity of the refinery.
Balance of demand and supply:
If the demand for fuel increases in the market, the prices start increasing. Fuel consumption is especially high during festivals, summer or winter seasons.
How to check fuel prices in your city through SMS?
If you want to know the fuel price from your mobile phone, the process is simple:
Indian Oil customers: Type your city code and send it along with “RSP” to 9224992249.
BPCL Customers: Type “RSP” and send it to 9223112222.
HPCL Customers: Type “HP Price” and send it to 9222201122.
