Planning to fill up your vehicle today? Checking the latest petrol and diesel prices before heading to a fuel station can help you understand how much you may have to pay in your city. Oil marketing companies update retail fuel prices regularly, with the latest rates generally becoming available from 6 AM.

According to the fuel price information available for September 22, 2026, petrol and diesel rates in several major Indian cities have not witnessed any significant change. However, prices continue to vary considerably from one location to another because of differences in state taxes, local levies and transportation costs.

Fuel prices in India are also influenced by broader factors such as international crude oil prices and movements in the rupee against the US dollar.

Petrol and Diesel Prices in Major Cities

The available city-wise rates for petrol and diesel are as follows:

Among these cities, Delhi continues to have comparatively lower petrol and diesel prices than cities such as Mumbai, Jaipur, Bhopal and Indore.

Motorists should remember that prices at an individual fuel station can vary depending on its exact location.

Chittoor Reports Petrol Above Rs 118 Per Litre

According to the figures cited in the available data, Chittoor district in Andhra Pradesh has notably high fuel prices.

Petrol is reported to be priced at approximately Rs 118.34 to Rs 118.53 per litre, while diesel is available at around Rs 105.69 to Rs 106.06 per litre.

The variation within a district or state can be linked to several factors. State VAT is one of the biggest reasons, but transportation expenses, local charges and distribution costs can also affect the final retail price charged at a petrol pump.

This is why consumers may sometimes notice a price difference even when travelling between nearby cities or districts.

Port Blair Has Much Lower Fuel Prices

At the other end of the range, Port Blair in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands has comparatively lower petrol and diesel prices than many major cities covered in the available data.

Petrol is listed at around Rs 88.66 per litre, while diesel stands at approximately Rs 84.56 per litre.

These figures highlight the significant geographical variation in retail fuel prices across India.

Consumers should nevertheless verify the latest local price because fuel rates can be revised and may differ depending on the specific location of the filling station.

Why Are Petrol and Diesel Prices Different Across India?

Many motorists wonder why they pay a different amount for fuel compared with people living in another city. Although petrol and diesel are the same products, their final retail prices are affected by several components.

One important factor is Value Added Tax (VAT). State governments can have different tax structures for petrol and diesel, creating substantial differences in final retail prices.

Local taxes and charges can further influence the amount paid by consumers.

Transportation is another factor. Fuel must be transported from storage facilities or depots to individual filling stations. The cost involved in moving fuel varies depending on distance and location.

International crude oil prices can also influence domestic fuel economics. India imports a large proportion of its crude oil requirements, making movements in the global energy market relevant to domestic pricing.

Similarly, changes in the rupee-dollar exchange rate can affect import costs because international crude oil transactions are largely denominated in US dollars.

Check the Latest Fuel Rate Before Refuelling

Vehicle owners can check the latest petrol and diesel prices through the official channels provided by their respective oil marketing companies. This can be particularly useful before a long journey or when travelling between cities.

Checking the rate for your exact location is important because even neighbouring areas may have different retail prices due to local taxes and transportation expenses.

Consumers should also avoid relying on old social media posts or previously published fuel-rate charts when deciding where to refuel.

Fuel Prices Can Vary by Location

Petrol and diesel remain an important part of household and transportation expenses, so even small price differences can matter to motorists who travel frequently.

Based on the available figures, Delhi petrol is listed at Rs 102.12 per litre, Mumbai at Rs 111.31, Jaipur at Rs 112.69 and Chennai at Rs 107.78 per litre. Meanwhile, Port Blair continues to show substantially lower rates in the data cited above.

Note: The source material contains a date inconsistency: it describes the rates as those for September 22, 2026, but its final note says the figures are based on information available for September 21. Therefore, readers should verify the latest price for their city through the official channel of the relevant oil marketing company before refuelling.