Current Fuel Prices in Major Cities

India Fuel Prices Remain Unchanged on March 6, 2026

Retail Fuel Rates

Retail fuel rates in India remained steady on March 6, 2026, with no changes in petrol and diesel prices across major metropolitan cities. In Delhi, petrol is priced at Rs 94.77 per litre, while diesel stands at Rs 87.67 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol is retailing at Rs 103.49 per litre and diesel at Rs 90.03 per litre.

Fuel Prices by City

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Petrol prices remain above Rs 100 per litre in most major metro cities, including Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. Diesel prices, however, continue to remain below the Rs 100 mark in these cities.

Fuel Pricing in India

Fuel prices in India are revised daily by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), including Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), based on movements in global crude oil prices and changes in foreign exchange rates.

Key Factors Affecting Fuel Prices

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The price of crude oil in international markets is the primary driver of retail fuel prices in India. The rupee-dollar exchange rate also plays a crucial role, as India imports a significant portion of its crude oil requirements. Taxes imposed by the central and state governments, transportation costs, and demand-supply dynamics are other key factors that affect the final retail price of fuel.

Recent Developments

Despite fluctuations in global crude oil markets, petrol and diesel prices in India have remained largely stable in recent years. However, recent volatility in crude oil prices has been linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia, including concerns around supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.