New Delhi, October 18, 2025: Every morning is now starting with just a sip of tea, but also a look at the petrol pumpFuel prices across the country are updated every day at 6 am, and these changes touch the pockets of the common man directly.
Whether you are driving on the streets of the city or the farmers on the way to the village, the movement of the crude oil market affects everyone’s budget. By knowing today’s updated rates, you can easily plan the month.
State-run oil marketing companies Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum revise fuel prices on a daily basis. This transparent system provides clean information to the consumers so that there is no confusion. Prices have been largely stable due to tax cuts in the last two years after May 2022, but the global market sometimes leads to minor changes. Even today, rates are the same in most cities, but there is a slight fluctuation in some places.
Petrol and diesel prices in your city today:
Here are the latest rates for major cities for 18th October 2025.These are the prices per liter, which are released at 6 am:
- In Mumbai, petrol is priced at Rs 104.21 and diesel at Rs 92.15 per liter.
- In Kolkata, petrol is priced at Rs 103.94 per litre, diesel at Rs 90.76.
- In Chennai, petrol is priced at Rs 100.75 and diesel at Rs 92.34
- In Ahmedabad, petrol is priced at Rs 94.49 per litre and diesel at Rs 90.17.
- In Bengaluru, petrol is priced at Rs 102.92, diesel at Rs 89.02 per liter.
- Hyderabad: Petrol ₹107.46 per litre, diesel ₹95.70 per litre
- Jaipur: Petrol ₹104.72, diesel ₹90.21
- In Lucknow, petrol is priced at Rs 94.69 and diesel at Rs 87.80.
- Petrol ₹104.04 per litre and diesel ₹90.57 per litre in Pune
- In Chandigarh, petrol is priced at Rs 94.30 per litre and diesel at Rs 82.45.
- In Indore, petrol is priced at Rs 106.48 per litre and diesel at Rs 91.88 per litre.
- In Patna, petrol is priced at Rs 105.58 and diesel at Rs 93.80.
- Surat: Petrol ₹95.00, diesel ₹89.00
- Nashik: Petrol ₹95.50 while diesel is priced at ₹89.50
These rates have been taken from the official websites of the oil marketing companies.If your city’s name is not on the list, check at the local pump or use the SMS service.
Why do oil prices remain so stable when global oil prices are falling?
Since May 2022, the central government and several states have reduced VAT and excise duty, bringing relief to consumers.Even though the rates of Brent crude oil are going up and down due to global tensions, these changes are rare in India.This policy is in the interest of the common people, which gives them time to breathe in times of inflation.
How are fuel prices determined?
Fuel prices are dependent on several factors.Let’s take a look at each:
- Crude oil sports: Petrol and diesel are mostly made from crude oil.If the supply chain in the Middle East or the US deteriorates, prices go up.
- Rupee vs dollar: India imports 85 per cent of its oil.If the rupee weakens, imports become expensive, and eventually put a burden on our pockets.
Central and state taxes make up for more than 50 per cent of the value added tax.That is why the prices are higher in Mumbai than Delhi.
- Refining cost: It is not easy to make petrol and diesel by refining crude oil.Cost depends on the quality and technology of the refinery.
- Demand-supply balance: If cars run more during the festive season or summer vacation, then the demand increases and the rates can go up a bit.
These factors together determine how much it will cost to fill your car’s tank.
Check rates in your city through SMS, just two minutes
If there is no internet or if you need information quickly, send an SMS from your mobile.This method is the simplest.
- Indian Oil customers can get information by sending city code along with RSP to 9224992249.
- BPCL customers: Type RSP and send it to 9223112222.
- Type HPPCL and send the SMS to 9222201122.
There will be a quick answer, and you will be able to plan without pumping.
Fuel prices are not just numbers, they are a part of our daily lives.Staying updated about them is not only smart, but also a way to save money.Looking forward to the next update.Any changes in your city? Tell us in comments.
