Petrol Price in Delhi Today | Current Rate, History & Tax Breakup — SMC Insurance

Petrol Price in Delhi Today

Real-time petrol rates for Delhi sourced directly from IOCL, BPCL & HPCL. Updated every morning at 6 AM as per the daily revision system in place since June 2017.

Today's Petrol Rate — Delhi
per litre

Petrol prices are revised every day at 6:00 AM by Oil Marketing Companies — IOCL, BPCL & HPCL — based on international crude oil prices and INR/USD exchange rates. If no change, the previous day's rate carries forward.

Price Composition

How Petrol Price in Delhi Is Calculated

Every litre passes through multiple cost layers before reaching your fuel tank. More than 35% of what you pay goes directly to central and state government as taxes.

Visual Tax Breakup — / Litre

Base Price (Crude + Refining + Freight) 55%
Central Excise Duty + Road Cess 20%
Delhi State VAT (19.4%) 15%
Dealer Commission 4%
Other Levies / Rounding 6%
💡 Delhi's VAT was reduced from 30% to 19.4% in November 2021. Petrol & diesel are outside the GST framework — taxed via Central Excise Duty (uniform pan-India) and State VAT (varies per state).

Complete Price Breakup Table

Base Price
Crude oil + refining + freight
~55%
Central Excise Duty
Uniform pan-India + Road Cess
~20%
Dealer Commission
OMC-regulated margin per litre
~4%
State VAT — Delhi
Ad valorem · 19.4% of base
~15%
Other Levies / Rounding
Miscellaneous charges
~6%
Final Retail Price
Inclusive of all taxes
100%
Petrol Price by Area

Petrol Price Across Key Areas in Delhi

Unlike some utility costs, petrol prices do not vary by locality within Delhi. All authorised OMC-affiliated pumps operate under the same Delhi VAT structure.

Area-wise Petrol Rate — Jun 1, 2026

Updated: 06:10 AM
Area / Station Zone Petrol Price (₹/litre) Last Revised Status
Connaught Place ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Dwarka ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Rohini ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Lajpat Nagar ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Saket ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Shahdara ₹102.12 Jun 1, 2026 ↑ Revised Today
Note: All areas show the same price. This table serves as a UX convenience for users searching for area-specific rates.
Price Drivers

Factors That Affect Petrol Price in Delhi

Delhi petrol prices are the result of several interconnected global and domestic factors — no single body sets the price alone.

A
International Crude Oil Price
India imports over 85% of its crude requirements. Brent Crude or WTI price spikes — from OPEC+ production cuts, Middle East tensions, or supply disruptions — directly feed into retail prices.
B
INR vs USD Exchange Rate
Crude is traded in US dollars. When the rupee weakens, the same barrel costs more in INR — one of the most sensitive short-term drivers of daily fuel price changes.
C
Central Excise Duty
Set uniformly by the Union government. Can be revised via Finance Ministry notification without parliamentary approval — a fast lever for economic relief or revenue generation.
D
Delhi State VAT (19.4%)
Ad valorem tax calculated on the dealer price + excise + commission. Any base price increase automatically raises the absolute VAT amount even when the VAT rate is unchanged.
E
Dealer Commission
OMCs set a regulated dealer margin per litre. Currently ~₹3.83/litre in Delhi — stable but non-trivial, representing approximately 4% of the retail price.
F
Ethanol Blending Policy (E20)
India's 20% ethanol blending programme indirectly affects per-litre cost. Ethanol from sugarcane has a different cost structure and its proportion in the blend affects both price and mileage.
Price Timeline

Historical Petrol Price in Delhi — Milestones

Delhi's petrol prices have seen dramatic swings over two decades, shaped by global oil market cycles, government policy shifts, and major economic events.

Year-wise Price History

Source: OMC public records
Period Approx. Price (₹/L) Key Driver / Event
2010 ~₹48 Partial deregulation; subsidised pricing era
Sep 2013 ~₹74.10 Historic high — crude surge + rupee weakness
2016 ~₹63–65 Global crude crash; prices fell sharply
Jun 2017 ~₹65 Daily price revision system introduced
Oct 2021 ~₹103–104 Post-COVID demand surge; Brent at $80+
Nov 2021 ~₹95.41 Excise duty cut + Delhi VAT reduced to 19.4%
May 2022 ~₹94.72 Further excise duty cut; prices stabilised
2023–2024 ~₹94.72 Long freeze — no revision for 2+ years
May 2026 ₹102.12 Revised upward; excise hike + crude oil impact
How to Check

Get Delhi Petrol Price via SMS & Apps

Multiple official channels from IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL to check the current petrol rate in Delhi.

🛢 IOCL — Indian Oil
Send SMS to
9224992249
Message format
RSP <space> Dealer Code
App: Indian Oil One
🛢 BPCL — Bharat Petroleum
Send SMS to
9223112222
Message format
RSP
App: SmartDrive
🛢 HPCL — Hindustan Petroleum
Send SMS to
9222201122
Message format
HPPRICES
App: MyHPPay
Fuel Savings

Tips to Save Money on Petrol in Delhi

1
Fill Up Early Morning

Fuel is denser at lower temperatures — you get slightly more volume per litre in cool morning hours.

2
Monitor Daily Prices

A ₹2/litre drop across a 45-litre tank saves ₹90 per fill-up. Bookmark this page for 6 AM daily updates.

3
Maintain Tyre Pressure

Under-inflated tyres reduce fuel efficiency by up to 3%. Check pressure monthly at any pump station.

4
Smooth Driving Habits

Avoid aggressive acceleration and hard braking. Smooth city driving improves mileage by 15–30%.

5
Use OMC Loyalty Apps

IOCL's Indian Oil One, BPCL's SmartDrive, and HPCL's HP Pay offer cashback and reward points on fuel purchases.

6
Credit Card Fuel Benefits

Major cards (HDFC, SBI, ICICI) offer 1% surcharge waiver + 1–5% cashback on fuel transactions at pumps.

7
Carpool When Possible

Sharing a daily commute halves your effective petrol spend immediately and reduces Delhi congestion.

8
Consider CNG Conversion

For high-mileage commuters, CNG at ₹3–4.2/km vs petrol's ₹5.6–8.5/km delivers significant monthly savings.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about petrol pricing in Delhi — how it's set, why it varies, and how to track it.

What is today's petrol price in Delhi?
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Today's petrol price in Delhi is ₹102.12 per litre as of June 1, 2026. The rate is updated daily at 6:00 AM. Check the live widget at the top of this page for the most current figure — it auto-updates from OMC data feeds every morning.
Why is petrol cheaper in Delhi than other metro cities?
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Delhi charges a state VAT of 19.4% on petrol — one of the lowest among major Indian cities. Cities like Hyderabad (35.2% VAT) and Mumbai (26% VAT + additional levies) add significantly more tax. The central excise duty is uniform across all states, so price differences are almost entirely driven by state VAT variation.
How often is the petrol price revised in Delhi?
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Petrol prices are revised every day at 6:00 AM under India's dynamic fuel pricing system, in place since June 2017. However, revisions are not always made — on many days the price carries forward from the previous day if global factors haven't moved significantly.
Does petrol price vary by petrol station or area in Delhi?
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No. All authorised OMC-affiliated petrol stations in Delhi charge the same price per litre, regardless of whether you're in South Delhi, North Delhi, Dwarka, or Shahdara. The price is set at the state level and is uniform across all pump stations under Delhi's VAT jurisdiction.
Is GST applicable on petrol in Delhi?
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No. Petrol and diesel are excluded from the GST framework. They are taxed via Central Excise Duty (uniform across India) and State VAT (varies by state). There have been ongoing discussions about bringing fuel under GST, but no consensus has been reached among states as of 2026.
What is the petrol price per litre in Delhi including all taxes?
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The retail price of ₹102.12 per litre already includes all applicable taxes — Central Excise Duty (~₹19.90), Delhi State VAT (~₹15.60), and dealer commission (~₹3.83). There are no additional charges at the pump beyond this declared price.
How can I get daily petrol price alerts for Delhi?
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You can receive real-time petrol prices via SMS from OMCs. For IOCL, send RSP <Dealer Code> to 9224992249. Alternatively, bookmark this page for 6 AM daily updates, or download the OMC apps — Indian Oil One, SmartDrive, or MyHPPay — for push notifications.
Will petrol prices fall in Delhi in the near future?
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Price trends depend on global crude oil prices, the INR-USD exchange rate, and government policy decisions. A sustained drop in Brent crude below $70/barrel or a significant government excise cut can bring down Delhi petrol prices. There is no official announcement of an imminent revision as of June 2026.
Disclaimer: This page provides real-time petrol price data for Delhi sourced directly from official Oil Marketing Company (OMC) data feeds — Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL). The live price widget is updated daily at 6:10 AM IST. Historical price tables are maintained from publicly available OMC records. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, we recommend verifying the price at your nearest fuel station before any large-quantity purchase. Prices shown are inclusive of all applicable central and state taxes. For vehicle insurance queries, visit SMC Insurance.

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