Consumers hoping for cheaper petrol and diesel at the beginning of September 2026 have not received any major relief. Fuel prices remain unchanged in several major cities on September 1, leaving motorists to continue paying the prevailing rates at petrol pumps.

Petrol and diesel are significant components of everyday expenses, particularly for people who commute regularly using private vehicles. Fuel costs can also have a broader impact on transportation and logistics expenses. This is why motorists closely track daily price updates to see whether rates have increased or decreased.

According to the rates available for September 1, petrol continues to cost more than ₹110 per litre in several major cities, while diesel remains above ₹100 per litre in some locations.

Jaipur, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and several other cities continue to have different retail rates because fuel prices vary depending on state and local taxation and other pricing components.

Here is a detailed look at petrol and diesel prices across major Indian cities on September 1, 2026.

Petrol and Diesel Prices in Jaipur Remain Unchanged

Motorists in Jaipur have not received any reduction in fuel prices at the beginning of the new month.

Petrol in the Rajasthan capital continues to be priced at ₹112.66 per litre, while diesel is available at ₹97.78 per litre.

At these rates, filling a 40-litre petrol tank would cost approximately ₹4,506, while the same quantity of diesel would cost around ₹3,911. The actual amount paid will naturally depend on the quantity purchased.

For consumers who use their vehicles daily, fuel expenditure can form a significant part of their monthly transportation budget.

Delhi Petrol Price at ₹102.12 Per Litre

Fuel rates in the national capital have also remained stable according to the available September 1 price list.

Petrol in New Delhi is priced at ₹102.12 per litre, while diesel costs ₹95.20 per litre.

Delhi's petrol price remains lower than the rates reported for several other major metropolitan cities.

What Are Petrol and Diesel Prices in Mumbai?

Mumbai motorists continue to face comparatively high fuel prices.

According to the latest figures provided, petrol is available at ₹111.18 per litre in Mumbai, while diesel costs ₹97.83 per litre.

This means that a person purchasing 10 litres of petrol would spend around ₹1,111.80 at the stated rate.

Consumers should check the displayed price at their local fuel station before purchasing because rates can occasionally vary depending on the applicable local pricing structure.

Kolkata and Chennai Fuel Rates

Petrol remains above ₹110 per litre in Kolkata as well.

According to the September 1 rates, petrol in Kolkata costs ₹113.47 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹99.82 per litre.

In Chennai, petrol is available at ₹107.77 per litre and diesel costs ₹99.55 per litre.

The difference in fuel rates between cities is largely linked to the various taxes and other components that contribute to the final retail selling price.

Petrol and Diesel Prices in Other Major Cities

Fuel prices remain elevated across several other state capitals and major urban centres.

In Lucknow, petrol is priced at ₹102.05 per litre and diesel at ₹95.55 per litre.

Patna continues to have considerably higher petrol prices, with petrol at ₹113.35 per litre and diesel at ₹99.36 per litre.

Thiruvananthapuram is among the cities where both fuels are relatively expensive. Petrol is listed at ₹115.49 per litre, while diesel costs ₹104.40 per litre.

Gurugram motorists are paying ₹102.77 per litre for petrol and ₹95.44 for diesel, while in Noida, petrol is available at ₹102.12 per litre and diesel at ₹95.56.

In Bengaluru, petrol costs ₹110.93 per litre and diesel ₹98.80 per litre.

Bhubaneswar has petrol priced at ₹109.92 per litre, while diesel is available at ₹100.92.

Chandigarh Has Lower Fuel Prices Than Several Major Cities

Among the cities included in the available price list, Chandigarh has comparatively lower petrol and diesel rates.

Petrol in Chandigarh is priced at ₹98.10 per litre, while diesel costs ₹86.09 per litre.

The difference becomes particularly noticeable when compared with cities such as Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.

Hyderabad Petrol Remains Above ₹115

Hyderabad motorists continue to pay more than ₹115 for a litre of petrol.

The petrol price in Hyderabad stands at ₹115.69 per litre, while diesel is priced at ₹103.82 per litre.

Based on the figures provided, this makes Hyderabad one of the more expensive cities for fuel among the locations covered in the current price list.

Why Do Petrol and Diesel Prices Differ Across Cities?

Retail fuel prices are influenced by multiple components rather than the cost of crude oil alone.

International crude oil prices and movements in the rupee-dollar exchange rate are important factors. Refining and transportation expenses, dealer commissions and applicable central and state taxes can also influence the final price paid by consumers.

State-level taxation is one of the reasons petrol and diesel can cost substantially more in one city than another.

Therefore, even when the base price of fuel is similar, the amount displayed at petrol pumps can differ depending on location.

When Are New Petrol and Diesel Prices Announced?

Petrol and diesel rates are generally updated daily, with revised prices taking effect from 6 am.

Consumers can check the latest rates through oil marketing companies, their mobile applications or authorised fuel stations.

Drivers planning long journeys may find it useful to check fuel prices before travelling, particularly when their route passes through multiple states where rates can differ.

Motorists Continue to Wait for Cheaper Fuel

September has started without the fuel-price reduction many consumers may have been hoping for.

Petrol continues to cost ₹112.66 per litre in Jaipur and ₹102.12 in Delhi, while prices remain above ₹110 in cities including Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Patna and Hyderabad, based on the rates provided.

How petrol and diesel prices move in the coming days will depend on several factors, including international crude oil markets, currency movements and pricing decisions by oil marketing companies.

Until there is another revision, motorists will continue to pay the prevailing rates applicable in their respective cities.