Fuel Prices Calm, But Stay Alert for Global Shifts!
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⛽ Price Overview
Fuel prices across India have remained largely stable in March 2026, with only minor day-to-day fluctuations.
Petrol is currently trading between ₹94–₹105 per litre, while diesel ranges from
₹87–₹93 per litre across major cities.
🚗 Petrol Rates (March 2026)
- New Delhi: ~₹94.7/litre (among the lowest in metros)
- Mumbai: ~₹103.5/litre
- Kolkata: ~₹105.4/litre
- Chennai: ~₹100.8/litre
- Other Cities: Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad ~₹102–₹108/litre
Price differences mainly arise due to varying state taxes and local levies.
🚛 Diesel Rates (March 2026)
- New Delhi: ~₹87.7/litre
- Mumbai: ~₹90/litre
- Kolkata & Chennai: ~₹92/litre
- Other Regions: ~₹87–₹96/litre
Diesel remains cheaper than petrol, offering some relief for transport and logistics sectors.
📊 Key Factors Affecting Prices
- Daily price revision at 6 a.m. by oil companies.
- Global crude oil price trends.
- Rupee–dollar exchange rate fluctuations.
- Central excise duties and state VAT differences.
Stable global crude prices since late 2025 have helped maintain price consistency, though geopolitical tensions can still cause short-term changes.
🔮 What to Watch
While prices are steady for now, future movement will depend on global oil trends, OPEC decisions, and government tax policies.
Even small changes in these factors can lead to noticeable price shifts across cities.