Petrol, Diesel Prices Remain Stable in Most Cities on October 6

Fuel prices in India remained largely unchanged on October 6, 2025, providing some stability for consumers. Daily revisions are still in effect, with prices updated at 6 a.m. by oil marketing companies. These revisions reflect changes in international crude oil prices and the rupee-dollar exchange rate. While prices have remained relatively stable for some time, they are subject to fluctuations based on a variety of global and domestic factors.

Metro City Prices

Here’s a look at the petrol and diesel prices in some major metro cities today:

• New Delhi: Petrol ₹94.77/litre, Diesel ₹87.67/litre
• Mumbai: Petrol ₹103.50/litre, Diesel ₹90.03/litre
• Kolkata: Petrol ₹105.41/litre, Diesel ₹92.02/litre
• Chennai: Petrol ₹100.90/litre, Diesel ₹92.48/litre

Other Key Cities

• Chandigarh: Offers some of the lowest prices, with petrol at ₹94.30/litre and diesel at ₹82.45/litre.
• Hyderabad: Petrol is priced at ₹107.46/litre and diesel at ₹95.70/litre.
• Bangalore: Petrol at ₹102.92/litre and diesel at ₹89.02/litre.

Andhra Pradesh recorded the highest petrol rates at ₹109.29 per litre, while Dadra and Nagar Haveli had the lowest at ₹92.51 per litre. In Andhra Pradesh, diesel costs ₹97.12 per litre, while Mizoram has the lowest diesel price at ₹81.96 per litre.

Factors Influencing Fuel Prices

Several factors impact daily fuel prices:

• Global Crude Oil Prices: Fluctuations in the international crude oil market directly affect what consumers pay at the pump.
• Rupee-Dollar Exchange Rate: A weaker rupee against the dollar can lead to higher fuel prices, as importing crude oil becomes more expensive.
• Taxes and Levies: Central excise duty and state Value Added Tax (VAT) significantly influence the retail price of petrol and diesel.
• Transportation Costs: The cost of transporting fuel from refineries to retail outlets also adds to the final price.
• Dealer Margins: Commissions earned by petrol pump dealers are factored into the price.

Regional Price Variations

Fuel prices vary across states and cities due to differences in state taxes, transportation costs, and other local factors. Even on the same day, prices can differ significantly between neighboring cities.

Impact of Fuel Prices

Changes in fuel prices can have a cascading effect on the economy. Rising diesel prices, in particular, impact transportation costs, which can lead to inflationary pressure on commodity prices. This, in turn, can influence the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) monetary policy decisions.

Consumers can stay informed about daily price changes through oil marketing companies' websites and mobile apps.