
LPG cylinder prices in India remained unchanged on April 8, 2026, continuing the trend of stability seen in recent days. Domestic LPG prices held steady after the ₹60 increase implemented in early March 2026.
Commercial LPG cylinders, however, continued to trade at elevated levels following a sharp hike effective April 1, 2026. Oil marketing companies have not announced any mid-month revision so far, maintaining status quo across major cities.
City-wise LPG rates show a clear divergence between domestic and commercial cylinders. Domestic LPG (14.2 kg) prices remain below ₹1,000 in most cities, while commercial LPG (19 kg) prices exceed ₹2,000. Key city-level data is outlined below:
| City | Domestic LPG (₹) | Commercial LPG (₹) |
| New Delhi | 913.00 | 2,078.50 |
| Mumbai | 912.50 | 2,031.00 |
| Kolkata | 939.00 | 2,208.50 |
| Chennai | 928.50 | 2,246.50 |
| Bangalore | 915.50 | 2,161.00 |
| Hyderabad | 965.00 | 2,320.50 |
The variation across cities reflects differences in logistics, freight, and local levies impacting final prices.
Domestic LPG prices have remained unchanged since the ₹60 hike implemented in early March 2026. Oil marketing companies have absorbed part of the rising global LPG costs to prevent additional burden on households.
This has resulted in under-recoveries for these companies amid elevated import costs. India imports nearly 90% of its LPG requirements, making domestic pricing sensitive to global trends.
Commercial LPG cylinder prices remain elevated following the revision effective April 1, 2026. The increase has been driven by a 44% rise in the Saudi Contract Price, along with supply disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz.
Higher freight and insurance costs have further added to pricing pressure. As a result, cities such as Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata are seeing commercial LPG prices above ₹2,200 per cylinder.
LPG prices vary across cities due to structural and policy-driven factors. Freight and transportation costs play a major role in determining final retail prices.
Local VAT and state-level levies also impact commercial LPG pricing. Distance from supply depots and logistical infrastructure further contributes to price differences across regions.
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LPG prices in India remained unchanged on April 8, 2026, maintaining recent stability in domestic rates. However, commercial LPG cylinders continue to trade at elevated levels following the April 1 revision.
The divergence reflects differences in subsidy structure and market linkage between domestic and commercial segments. Future price movements are expected to depend on global LPG trends and geopolitical developments.
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Published on: Apr 8, 2026, 10:48 AM IST

Akshay Shivalkar
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