Every day starts not only with the rays of the sun, but also with the new prices of petrol and diesel – these prices have a direct impact on the common man’s pocket. At 6:00 am, the country’s oil marketing companies (OMCs) announce the latest prices, which are decided based on fluctuations in international crude oil prices and changes in the dollar-rupee exchange rate. These daily changes impact everyday life, be it a person going to an office or a vendor selling fruits and vegetables. In such a situation, being aware of the daily changes in prices is not only important but also a wise step. This system implemented by the government ensures transparency, so that consumers do not get any misleading information.
Today’s petrol and diesel prices in your city
Here are the latest prices of petrol and diesel in major cities till May 30, 2026—
In New Delhi, petrol is being sold at ₹102.12 per liter and diesel at ₹95.20 per litre.
In Mumbai, petrol costs ₹111.18 per liter and diesel costs ₹97.83 per litre.
In Kolkata, petrol is priced at ₹113.47 per liter and diesel is priced at ₹99.82 per litre.
In Chennai, petrol is available at ₹107.77 per liter and diesel at ₹99.55 per litre.
In Gurugram, petrol costs ₹102.77 per liter and diesel costs ₹95.44 per litre.
In Noida, petrol is being sold at ₹102.12 per liter and diesel at ₹95.56 per litre.
In Bengaluru, petrol costs ₹110.93 per liter and diesel costs ₹98.80 per litre.
In Bhubaneswar, petrol price is ₹109.92 per liter and diesel price is ₹100.92 per liter.
In Chandigarh, petrol is being sold at ₹98.10 per liter and diesel at ₹86.09 per litre. In Hyderabad, petrol is being sold at ₹115.69 per liter and diesel at ₹103.82 per litre. In Jaipur, petrol is being sold at ₹ 112.66 and diesel at ₹ 97.78 per liter.
Petrol in Lucknow is ₹102.05 and diesel is ₹95.55 per liter.
Petrol prices in Patna have reached ₹113.35 and diesel ₹99.36 per litre.
In Thiruvananthapuram, petrol is being sold at ₹115.49 and diesel at ₹104.40 per litre.
Why have prices remained stable for the last two years?
From May 2022, the central government and several state governments have implemented tax cuts, resulting in stable petrol and diesel prices. Despite frequent fluctuations in the international market, prices for Indian consumers have remained relatively stable.
What factors determine fuel prices?
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 vs Dollar:
India imports most of its crude oil, which is purchased in US dollars. If the rupee weakens against the dollar, fuel becomes expensive.
Government Taxes and Fees:
Both the central and state governments impose heavy taxes on petrol and diesel, which form a large part of the retail price. This is why fuel prices differ in different states.
Cost of Refining:
The process of converting crude oil into usable fuel (refining) also involves some costs. These costs depend on the quality of crude oil and the capacity of the refinery.
Balance of supply and demand:
If the demand for fuel increases in the market, the prices start increasing. Fuel consumption is generally higher during festivals, as well as during summer and winter seasons.
How to check fuel prices in your city through SMS?
If you want to check fuel prices from mobile, the method is easy:
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.
