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Diesel Price In Chennai Today (January 17, 2026)

As on Jan 17, 2026, the diesel price in Chennai stands at ₹92.43. The price remained unchanged from yesterday. Compared to the previous month, diesel price remained same. A rise in diesel prices means that you will shell out more on commuting. Spiralling diesel prices impact transportation costs as majority of commercial vehicles run on diesel. A rise in transportation costs puts upward pressure on the commodity prices. To mitigate the impact of inflationary pressures, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) modulates the interest rates. Higher interest rates translate to a higher cost of borrowing. Thus, a rise in diesel prices can have a cascading effect on the economy.

The diesel prices are revised every day at 6 AM. The diesel rate in Chennai is influenced by a host of factors such as Brent crude oil prices, rupee to US dollar exchange rate, geopolitical risks like war, catastrophic events like earthquake, floods, etc. which can cause market disequilibrium, supply glut by OPEC, and so on. Domestic conditions like change in central excise duty and state VAT, dealer margins, etc. also affect diesel prices.

Diesel Price in Chennai in January 2026

Open Price ₹92.43
Close Price ₹92.43
Highest Price In January 2026 ₹92.44
Lowest Price In January 2026 ₹92.43

The diesel prices in Chennai hovered around ₹92.43 during January 2026. During January 2026, diesel prices touched a high of ₹92.44 and a low of ₹92.43.

JAN 17, 2026
DIESEL (₹/L)
₹92.43

Diesel Price In Chennai - Last 10 Days Data

₹92.44.

Chennai DIESEL PRICE/LITRE CHANGES
Jan 16, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 15, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 14, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 13, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 12, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 11, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 10, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 09, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 08, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
Jan 07, 2026 ₹92.43
0.00
↔: No change ↑: Increase ↓: Decrease
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Daily & Monthly Diesel Price in Chennai : Graphical Representation

Monthly Diesel Price in Chennai (Historical Data)

Trend of Diesel Rate in January 2026
1st January ₹ 92.43
17th January ₹ 92.43
Highest Rate In January ₹ 92.44 on Jan 3rd
Lowest Rate In January ₹ 92.43 on Jan 17th
Over all Performance Falling
% Change
0.01
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For January 2026:

As on January 01, 2026, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹92.43 per litre. On January 17, 2026, the price of diesel in Chennai has decreased by ₹0.01 and the price has reached ₹92.43 per litre. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.44 per litre and a low of ₹92.43 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in December 2025
1st December ₹ 92.61
31st December ₹ 92.43
Highest Rate In December ₹ 92.61 on Dec 1st
Lowest Rate In December ₹ 92.43 on Dec 31st
Over all Performance Falling
% Change
0.18
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For December 2025:

As on December 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹92.61 per litre. On December 31, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai has decreased by ₹0.18 and the price has reached ₹92.43 per litre. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.61 per litre and a low of ₹92.43 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in November 2025
1st November ₹ 88.75
30th November ₹ 92.81
Highest Rate In November ₹ 92.81 on Nov 30th
Lowest Rate In November ₹ 88.75 on Nov 1st
Over all Performance No Change
% Change
0.00
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For November 2025:

As on November 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹88.75 per litre. On November 30, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai exhibits no change. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.81 per litre and a low of ₹88.75 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in October 2025
1st October ₹ 95.96
31st October ₹ 92.39
Highest Rate In October ₹ 97.50 on Oct 2nd
Lowest Rate In October ₹ 92.34 on Oct 28th
Over all Performance Falling
% Change
5.11
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For October 2025:

As on October 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹95.96 per litre. On October 31, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai has decreased by ₹5.11 and the price has reached ₹92.39 per litre. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹97.50 per litre and a low of ₹92.34 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in September 2025
1st September ₹ 92.52
30th September ₹ 95.00
Highest Rate In September ₹ 98.50 on Sep 25th
Lowest Rate In September ₹ 88.00 on Sep 24th
Over all Performance Falling
% Change
3.50
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For September 2025:

As on September 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹92.52 per litre. On September 30, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai has decreased by ₹3.50 and the price has reached ₹95.00 per litre. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹98.50 per litre and a low of ₹88.00 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in August 2025
1st August ₹ 92.43
31st August ₹ 92.39
Highest Rate In August ₹ 92.52 on Aug 16th
Lowest Rate In August ₹ 92.39 on Aug 31st
Over all Performance Falling
% Change
0.13
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For August 2025:

As on August 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹92.43 per litre. On August 31, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai has decreased by ₹0.13 and the price has reached ₹92.39 per litre. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.52 per litre and a low of ₹92.39 per litre.

Trend of Diesel Rate in July 2025
1st July ₹ 92.43
31st July ₹ 92.43
Highest Rate In July ₹ 92.43 on Jul 31st
Lowest Rate In July ₹ 92.43 on Jul 31st
Over all Performance No Change
% Change
0.00
Monthly Diesel Price Trend In Chennai For July 2025:

As on July 01, 2025, diesel price in Chennai stood at ₹92.43 per litre. On July 31, 2025, the price of diesel in Chennai exhibits no change. The diesel price in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.43 per litre and a low of ₹92.43 per litre.

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DIESEL PRICES IN METRO CITIES

Jan 17, 2026
  • Chennai
    0.00
    ₹92.43
  • Delhi
    0.00
    ₹87.67
  • Kolkata
    0.00
    ₹90.76
  • Mumbai
    0.00
    ₹92.15
Amongst metro cities, Chennai has the highest diesel price while Delhi has the lowest. Compared to Chennai, diesel price in Delhi is lower by ₹4.76.
 

Top 28 Capital Cities Diesel Price

CITY DIESEL PRICE/LITRE CHANGES
Agartala ₹86.50
0.07
Aizwal ₹80.38
0.00
Bangalore ₹85.93
0.00
Bhopal ₹91.94
0.10
Bhubhaneswar ₹92.55
0.00
Chandigarh ₹82.40
0.00
Chennai ₹92.43
0.00
Daman ₹87.88
0.00
Dehradun ₹88.29
0.00
Delhi ₹87.67
0.00
Gandhinagar ₹90.33
0.00
Gangtok ₹88.00
0.00
Hyderabad ₹95.65
0.00
Imphal ₹85.14
0.00
Itanagar ₹80.16
0.00
Jaipur ₹90.36
0.00
Kohima ₹85.55
0.76
Kolkata ₹90.76
0.00
Lucknow ₹87.76
0.00
Mumbai ₹92.15
0.00
Panjim ₹88.09
0.00
Patna ₹92.04
0.33
Pondicherry ₹84.43
0.00
Raipur ₹93.33
0.00
Ranchi ₹92.56
0.00
Shillong ₹87.07
0.00
Shimla ₹87.40
0.48
Srinagar ₹84.99
0.00
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Amongst state capitals, Hyderabad has the highest diesel price at ₹95.65 while Itanagar has the lowest at ₹80.16. Compared to Hyderabad, diesel price in Itanagar is cheaper by ₹15.49.
 

Top 28 State Diesel Price

STATE DIESEL PRICE/LITRE CHANGES
Andhra Pradesh ₹97.27
0.11
Arunachal Pradesh ₹82.29
0.13
Assam ₹89.25
0.19
Bihar ₹92.86
0.11
Chandigarh ₹82.41
0.01
Chhattisgarh ₹94.34
0.02
Dadra And Nagar Haveli ₹88.00
0.00
Daman And Diu ₹88.36
0.00
Delhi ₹87.63
0.01
Goa ₹88.03
0.05
Gujarat ₹90.67
0.05
Haryana ₹88.15
0.02
Himachal Pradesh ₹87.58
0.38
Jammu And Kashmir ₹83.77
0.09
Jharkhand ₹93.42
0.02
Karnataka ₹87.38
0.78
Kerala ₹95.32
0.02
Madhya Pradesh ₹92.77
0.01
Maharashtra ₹91.39
0.11
Manipur ₹85.72
0.01
Meghalaya ₹86.88
0.10
Mizoram ₹83.09
1.03
Nagaland ₹87.11
0.32
Odisha ₹94.02
0.04
Pondicherry ₹83.14
0.00
Puducherry ₹85.04
0.29
Punjab ₹87.02
0.17
Rajasthan ₹91.00
0.01
Sikkim ₹89.01
0.62
Tamil Nadu ₹93.38
0.02
Telangana ₹96.21
0.01
Tripura ₹86.30
0.02
Uttar Pradesh ₹88.27
0.00
Uttarakhand ₹88.99
0.08
West Bengal ₹91.40
0.17
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Highest diesel price is seen in the state of Andhra Pradesh (₹97.27) and lowest is observed in Arunachal Pradesh (₹82.29). Compared to Andhra Pradesh, the diesel price in Arunachal Pradesh is cheaper by ₹14.98.
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The rate of diesel in Chennai

A rise in the price of diesel means that you will shell out more on commuting. Since the majority of commercial vehicles run on diesel, a rise in price for this fuel will have an impact on the cost of transportation. This, in turn, can put upward pressure on the commodity prices, and taken together, can lead to an increase in the rate of inflation. In order to mitigate these inflationary pressures, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increases interest rates. This translates to higher cost of borrowing. Thus, a rise in diesel prices can have a cascading effect on the economy.
Diesel prices are governed by a host of factors, primary amongst them are the price of Brent crude and government levies. For instance, a rise in the price of Brent crude oil can lead to an increase in the price of domestic diesel.

How are diesel prices calculated in Chennai?

Diesel prices in Chennai are calculated by taking into account the price of Indian crude oil basket, dealer and refining margins, transportation costs, state value added tax and central excise duty. It is pertinent to note that state levy varies across states. This explains why diesel prices differ across states. Changes in central excise duties also affect diesel prices significantly. A cut in central excise duty helps in cooling off of elevated diesel prices. Besides, gyrations in the price of Brent crude oil can also affect the domestic price of diesel.

How to check the correct daily diesel rate in Chennai online via App, Website and SMS?

The prices of diesel are updated every day at 6 AM. This pricing mechanism is called dynamic fuel pricing. Consumers can get the latest diesel prices using customer care services of state-run oil marketing companies, like Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation. Besides, these companies also have SMS-based services which can be used to get the latest price of diesel.

Indian Oil

Customer care number: 1800-2333-555.
Mobile app: IndianOil ONE
SMS: RSP <space> Dealer Code of Diesel Pump to 9224992249.

BPCL

Customer care number: 1800 - 22 - 4344
Mobile app: Smart Drive
SMS: RSP <space> Dealer Code of Diesel Pump to 9223112222

HPCL

SMS: HPPRICE <space> Dealer Code of Diesel Pump to 9222201122

FAQ

What is the Diesel price in Chennai today?

The Diesel price in Chennai is ₹92.43 per litre.

Which city has the lowest Diesel price today?

Itanagar has the lowest Diesel price today.

Which city has highest Diesel price today?

Hyderabad has the highest Diesel price today.

What is the Diesel price in Chennai last month?

The Diesel price in Chennai hovered around ₹92.44 per litre last month. It fluctuated between ₹92.61 and ₹92.43. In the last month, Diesel price touched a high of ₹92.61 and a low of ₹92.43.

What is the Diesel price in Chennai yesterday?

Yesterday, the Diesel price in Chennai was ₹92.43. Compared to today’s Diesel price, it exhibits no change.

What is the lowest Diesel price in Chennai this month?

The Diesel prices in Chennai hovered around ₹92.43 per litre this month. It fluctuated between ₹92.43 and ₹92.43. In the current month, Diesel prices in Chennai touched a low of ₹92.43.

What is the highest Diesel price in Chennai this month?

The Diesel prices in Chennai hovered around ₹92.43 per litre this month. It fluctuated between ₹92.43 and ₹92.43. In the current month, Diesel prices in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.44.

What is the lowest Diesel price in Chennai last month?

The Diesel prices in Chennai hovered around ₹92.44 per litre last month. It fluctuated between ₹92.61 and ₹92.43. In the last month, Diesel prices in Chennai touched a low of ₹92.43.

What is the highest Diesel price in Chennai last month?

The Diesel prices in Chennai hovered around ₹92.44 per litre last month. It fluctuated between ₹92.61 and ₹92.43. In the last month, Diesel prices in Chennai touched a high of ₹92.61.

What is the lowest Diesel price in Chennai in last 10 days?

During the last 10 days, the lowest Diesel price in Chennai is ₹92.43

What is the highest Diesel price in Chennai in last 10 days?

During the last 10 days, the highest Diesel price in Chennai is ₹92.43

How much is 1 litre of Diesel in Chennai?

As on Jan 17, 2026, the price of 1 litre of Diesel in Chennai is ₹92.43.

Are Diesel prices in Chennai revised on a daily basis?

The prices of Diesel in Chennai are revised and updated on a daily basis at 6 AM. This pricing mechanism is called dynamic fuel pricing. It was introduced in June 2017 in order to increase transparency and limit speculative practices. Dynamic prices change according to market conditions. A number of factors affect Diesel prices like Brent crude oil prices, rupee to US dollar exchange rate, geo-political risks like war, supply-chain issues, etc. Domestic conditions like change in excise duty or state taxes, dealer commissions, etc. also affect Diesel prices.

Will Diesel rates in Chennai be the same when compared to the other cities in India?

The rates of Diesel in Chennai will be different from other cities in India. State Value Added Tax (VAT) varies across states, hence, Diesel prices differ across states. Besides local body taxes, octroi etc lead to differential Diesel prices in different cities of a state.

Do crude oil rates in the global markets affect Diesel prices in Chennai?

The prices of Brent crude oil have a significant effect on the Diesel prices in Chennai. India’s oil demand is primarily met by imports. Hence any change in prices of Brent crude has a direct bearing on the domestic price of Diesel.

Does central excise duty affect Diesel prices in Chennai?

The prices of Diesel in Chennai are affected by changes in central excise duties. If other factors are kept constant, a rise in central excise duty leads to a rise in Diesel prices and vice-versa.

What is the impact of Goods and Services Tax on petrol prices in Chennai.

The prices of Diesel in Chennai do not come under the ambit of Goods and Services Tax (GST). Hence, it has no impact on the Diesel prices in Chennai.

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