LPG Prices Hiked in India: Here’s How Much You Will Pay Per Cylinder Now

India’s household budgets are set to feel additional pressure after oil marketing companies announced a price hike in Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders across the country. The revision, which came into effect on March 7, 2026, has increased the cost of domestic cooking gas cylinders used by millions of households. The hike comes amid rising global energy prices and geopolitical tensions affecting crude oil supply.

Domestic LPG cylinder prices in India have been increased by ₹60 per cylinder.

The price of a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder has been increased by ₹60 per cylinder nationwide. With this revision, the price of a household LPG cylinder in Delhi has risen to ₹913, up from the earlier ₹853. Similar increases have been reported across other major cities, reflecting the nationwide adjustment in cooking gas prices.

Other metro cities have also witnessed a noticeable rise in LPG prices. In Mumbai, the new rate for a domestic LPG cylinder stands at ₹912.50, while Kolkata consumers will now pay around ₹939 per cylinder. In Chennai, the revised price has increased to ₹928.50. These new rates came into effect immediately after the announcement by oil marketing companies.

The hike is believed to be linked to rising global crude oil prices and supply disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia. International oil prices have surged in recent weeks, increasing the cost of energy imports for India. As a result, oil marketing companies have adjusted LPG prices to reflect the higher procurement costs and volatility in global energy markets.

Apart from domestic cylinders, commercial LPG cylinders used by hotels, restaurants, and small businesses have also become costlier. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has been increased by about ₹115. Following the hike, the price of a commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi has risen to around ₹1,883, while other cities have also seen similar increases.

This is the first major increase in domestic LPG prices in nearly a year, with the previous revision taking place in April 2025. While most households will have to pay the higher price, beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) will continue to receive government subsidies on LPG refills, which helps reduce the impact of price increases on low-income families.

Energy analysts say the price hike highlights how global geopolitical developments can quickly influence domestic fuel costs in India. Since the country imports a large portion of its energy requirements, fluctuations in crude oil prices often lead to adjustments in LPG, petrol, and diesel rates. If international oil prices continue to rise, further revisions in fuel prices cannot be ruled out.

For households already coping with rising food and utility expenses, the LPG price hike may add to monthly spending. However, government subsidies and policy interventions could help mitigate the impact on vulnerable sections of society.