Petrol Price Shock: India Hikes Fuel Rates — Your State-by-State Breakdown for Today!

Fuel prices are back in the headlines — and if you haven’t checked the pump rate in your state yet, you’re in for a surprise. The latest petrol price hike across India has pushed rates higher in nearly every state and Union Territory, with some regions now breaching the ₹114/litre mark. Here’s everything you need to know, broken down clearly by state, with context on why prices differ so dramatically across the country.

Why Do Petrol Prices Vary So Much Across States?

Before diving into the numbers, it’s worth understanding the “why.” India’s petrol prices are not uniform because they are calculated by adding central excise duty, state VAT, local body taxes, and dealer commissions on top of the base fuel price. This is why Andaman & Nicobar Islands can enjoy ₹86.46/L while Andhra Pradesh residents pay ₹114.95/L for the same fuel. States with higher VAT or cess rates consistently rank at the top of the table.

According to Wikipedia’s overview of petrol prices in India, fuel pricing in India follows a dynamic pricing model linked to international crude oil benchmarks — meaning global crude movement directly impacts what you pay at the pump every single day.

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Today’s Petrol Prices Across All Indian States & UTs

The Most Expensive States — And Why

Andhra Pradesh (₹114.95/L) and Telangana (₹114.18/L) top the chart, driven by high state VAT rates that successive governments have maintained to generate revenue. Madhya Pradesh (₹112.76/L) and Bihar (₹112.19/L) follow closely — both states impose additional cess on fuel that pushes prices well above the national average.

West Bengal (₹111.84/L) and Kerala (₹111.62/L) round out the top six — both states are known for their higher VAT structures on petroleum products.

The Most Affordable States — The Silver Linings

At the other end of the spectrum, Andaman & Nicobar Islands (₹86.46/L) enjoy the cheapest petrol in the country by a wide margin — a result of subsidised pricing for island territories. Daman & Diu (₹96.93/L), Dadra & Nagar Haveli (₹97.12/L), and Uttarakhand (₹98.29/L) also offer significant relief compared to southern and eastern states.

Delhi (₹99.51/L) remains relatively competitive for a major metro — the Capital benefits from relatively lower VAT compared to neighbouring states like Haryana (₹100.72/L) and UP (₹99.05/L).

What This Means for Your Daily Budget

For a typical car owner filling a 40-litre tank, the difference between the cheapest and most expensive state works out to nearly ₹1,140 per full tank — a staggering gap that directly impacts household budgets, transportation costs, and the price of goods across supply chains. Truckers, delivery services, and daily commuters in high-tax states bear the most immediate burden.

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