Story by Bahari Duniya | Written by Disha Sharma
Petrol and diesel prices on December 19, 2025, were revised as part of the daily update carried out by oil marketing companies (OMCs) at 6 AM. These regular revisions help align domestic fuel rates with changes in international crude oil prices and fluctuations in currency exchange rates. The daily pricing mechanism brings greater transparency to fuel costs and allows consumers to stay informed about the latest prices before planning their travel or fuel purchases.
Petrol Diesel Price Today In India
| City | Petrol (₹/L) | Diesel (₹/L) |
| 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 | 82.45 | 82.45 |
| Indore | 106.48 | 91.88 |
| Patna | 105.58 | 93.80 |
| Surat | 95.00 | 89.00 |
| Nashik | 95.50 | 89.50 |
Major Factors Influencing Petrol and Diesel Rates
Petrol and diesel prices in India have largely stayed steady since May 2022 after the Centre and multiple state governments announced tax cuts to ease the burden on consumers.
Despite this price stability, oil marketing companies (OMCs) continue to revise fuel prices daily at 6 am in line with movements in global crude oil markets. Although the pricing system is market-linked, domestic fuel rates are also shaped by government interventions, including excise duties, pricing policies, and informal controls that help prevent sharp fluctuations.
Top Factors Affecting Petrol and Diesel Prices in India
Global Crude Oil Prices: International crude oil rates directly impact petrol and diesel prices in India, as the country imports most of its oil.
Exchange Rate (Rupee vs Dollar): A weaker rupee makes crude oil imports costlier, leading to higher fuel prices.
Central and State Taxes: Excise duty by the Centre and VAT by states form a major portion of fuel prices.
Oil Marketing Companies’ Pricing: OMCs revise fuel prices daily based on market trends and operational costs.
Demand and Supply Conditions: Changes in fuel demand or supply disruptions can influence prices.
Government Policies and Regulations: Price controls, tax cuts, or subsidies can stabilize or reduce fuel rates.
Refining and Distribution Costs: Costs related to refining crude oil and transporting fuel also affect final prices.
Geopolitical Factors: Global conflicts, production cuts by oil-producing nations, and international tensions impact crude oil prices.
Check Today’s Petrol and Diesel Prices Easily via SMS
Consumers can quickly find out the latest petrol and diesel prices in their city using simple SMS services. Indian Oil users can send the city code along with “RSP” to 9224992249. BPCL customers need to text “RSP” to 9223112222, while HPCL users can message “HP Price” to 9222201122 to get updated fuel rates instantly.
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