LPG Gas Price

LPG Gas Cylinder Price in India Today

LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) cylinder prices in India are set by oil marketing companies — Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL). Prices are revised on the 1st of every month based on international LPG benchmark rates and the INR-USD exchange rate. This page tracks LPG cylinder prices across 30 major Indian cities for all three cylinder sizes.

Types of LPG Cylinders in India

• 14.2 kg Domestic Cylinder: The standard household LPG cylinder used by most Indian families. Subsidized under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for eligible households.
• 19 kg Commercial Cylinder: Used by restaurants, hotels, and commercial establishments. Priced higher as no subsidy is applicable.
• 5 kg FTL Cylinder: A smaller, portable cylinder ideal for single-person households, students, and travellers.

Factors Affecting LPG Prices

• International LPG Benchmark (Saudi CP): The Saudi Aramco Contract Price is the primary benchmark for LPG pricing globally.
• INR-USD Exchange Rate: Since LPG is imported, the rupee-dollar exchange rate directly impacts domestic prices.
• State-level Taxes: Different states impose varying levels of VAT on LPG, leading to price differences across cities.
• Transportation Costs: Inland freight and bottling charges vary by location.
• Government Subsidy: The central government periodically adjusts subsidies on domestic cylinders.

Why LPG Prices Vary Across Cities

LPG prices differ across Indian cities primarily due to state-level VAT and local transportation charges. Southern states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka typically have higher LPG prices due to higher state taxes. Cities closer to refineries and import terminals like Delhi, Mumbai, and Gujarat cities tend to have lower prices due to reduced logistics costs.