Fuel Prices Today (September 1): Check Petrol & Diesel Rates Across Indian Cities

Kokila Chokkanathan
For the ninth consecutive month, petrol and diesel prices in india have remained unchanged, providing temporary relief to consumers amid fluctuating global crude oil prices. Here’s a detailed city-wise breakdown and what it means for vehicle owners.


1. mumbai – Stability Continues at ₹103.50/Litre

  • Petrol: ₹103.50/litre
  • Diesel: ₹90.30/litre
Mumbai, one of India’s costliest cities for fuel, saw no price change, continuing its long streak of stable rates.


2. delhi – Fuel Under ₹95 Despite Global Volatility

  • Petrol: ₹94.77/litre
  • Diesel: ₹87.67/litre
The national capital maintains relatively affordable rates compared to metro counterparts like mumbai and Hyderabad.


3. kolkata – Over ₹105 for Petrol

  • Petrol: ₹105.41/litre
  • Diesel: ₹92.02/litre
Kolkata remains on the higher side of fuel costs, reflecting state-level taxes and transport margins.


4. chennai – Above ₹100 Yet Steady

  • Petrol: ₹100.93/litre
  • Diesel: ₹92.52/litre
Despite high prices, chennai has also seen no change for months, keeping commuters somewhat relieved.


5. Bengaluru – petrol Near ₹103

  • Petrol: ₹102.92/litre
  • Diesel: ₹90.99/litre
The tech hub stays in sync with other southern cities, though costs remain above the ₹100 mark.


6. hyderabad – Among the Costliest

  • Petrol: ₹107.46/litre
  • Diesel: ₹95.70/litre
Hyderabad continues to record some of the highest fuel prices in the country, crossing ₹107 for petrol.


7. thiruvananthapuram – Highest diesel Price at ₹96.28

  • Petrol: ₹107.40/litre
  • Diesel: ₹96.28/litre
Kerala’s capital has one of the steepest diesel rates, nearing the ₹100 mark.


8. jaipur – petrol Above ₹104

  • Petrol: ₹104.38/litre
  • Diesel: ₹89.90/litre
Jaipur remains higher than many cities, with petrol over ₹104 despite relatively moderate diesel prices.


9. chandigarh – Cheapest diesel Among Major Cities

  • Petrol: ₹94.30/litre
  • Diesel: ₹82.45/litre
Chandigarh offers the lowest diesel price among major indian cities, making it a rare exception.


10. lucknow – petrol Under ₹95

  • Petrol: ₹94.69/litre
  • Diesel: ₹87.81/litre
Uttar Pradesh’s capital has prices similar to delhi, reflecting a stable fuel pricing structure.


11. Why No Change for Nine Months?

Fuel prices in india are reviewed daily based on global crude oil rates and currency fluctuations. However, prices have been frozen since late 2023, likely due to policy decisions and upcoming elections.


12. What Drives the Variation Across States?

Fuel prices differ due to state taxes, transportation costs, and dealer commissions, creating a noticeable gap between cities like chandigarh and Thiruvananthapuram.


13. Impact of Global oil Prices

When international crude oil prices rise, indian fuel prices usually follow. Conversely, a dip leads to reductions. Yet, despite recent volatility in global markets, domestic prices remain steady.


14. Outlook for Consumers

While stability offers short-term relief, experts warn of possible adjustments if crude oil costs rise sharply. For now, commuters can enjoy a rare phase of price consistency.


Final Take

India’s fuel prices on September 1, 2025, reflect a long-standing freeze despite global fluctuations. Whether this continues will depend on upcoming economic and policy developments.

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