Fuel Prices Today: Petrol and Diesel Prices Remain Stable; Check Latest Fuel Rates in Major Indian Cities

Petrol and diesel rices for April 2, 2026 remain largely stable across major Indian cities. Updated daily at 6 AM, fuel rates depend on global crude oil prices, taxes, and currency exchange, directly impacting household budgets and businesses.

Post Published By: Karan Sharma

Updated : 2 April 2026, 8:41 AM IST

Petrol-diesel price (Source: Internet)

New Delhi: Now, the day begins not merely with the morning sunlight, but with the announcement of new petrol and diesel prices. Every day at 6:00 AM, oil companies release updated rates, which have a direct impact on the common man's pocket. From office-goers to small-scale traders, everyone is affected by this.

On what basis are prices determined?

Petrol and diesel prices depend primarily on the cost of crude oil in the international market and the value of the Rupee against the US Dollar.

Since India imports the majority of its crude oil requirements, fluctuations in the global market are directly passed on to consumers within the country.

April 2, 2026: Latest Rates in Major Cities

• New Delhi: Petrol ₹94.72 | Diesel ₹87.62
• Mumbai: Petrol ₹104.21 | Diesel ₹92.15
• Kolkata: Petrol ₹103.94 | Diesel ₹90.76
• Chennai: Petrol ₹100.75 | Diesel ₹92.30

Prices in Other Major Cities

• Ahmedabad: Petrol ₹94.49 | Diesel ₹90.17
• Bengaluru: Petrol ₹102.92 | Diesel ₹89.02
• Hyderabad: Petrol ₹107.46 | Diesel ₹95.70
• Jaipur: Petrol ₹104.72 | Diesel ₹90.21
• Lucknow: Petrol ₹94.69 | Diesel ₹87.80

Status in Other Cities

• Pune: Petrol ₹104.04 | Diesel ₹90.57
• Chandigarh: Petrol ₹94.30 | Diesel ₹82.45 (One of the lowest rates)
• Indore: Petrol ₹106.48 | Diesel ₹91.88
• Patna: Petrol ₹105.58 | Diesel ₹93.80
• Surat and Nashik: Prices hover around ₹95

Why has stability prevailed?

Following May 2022, both the Central and State governments implemented tax cuts, as a result of which significant price fluctuations were not observed. Although crude oil prices in the international market are constantly changing, their impact at the domestic level has remained limited.

What factors influence prices?

• Global crude oil prices
• The Rupee's position against the Dollar
• Taxes levied by Central and State governments
• Refining and transportation costs
• The balance between demand and supply

Price changes are possible when demand rises during festivals and specific seasons.