As on 17 May 2026, the Petrol price in Delhi stands at ₹. The price remained unchanged from yesterday. Compared to the previous month, Petrol price rose by 0%. The Petrol prices are revised every day at 6 AM. Termed dynamic fuel pricing, it was introduced in June 2017 in order to increase transparency and limit speculative practices.
The price of Petrol in Delhi is influenced by a host of factors such as Brent crude oil prices, rupee to US dollar exchange rate, geopolitical risks like war which can cause market disequilibrium, supply-chain issues, etc. Besides, domestic conditions like change in excise duty or state taxes, change in demand, etc. affect Petrol prices as well. Gross refining margins and dealer commissions are also factored in while calculating the Petrol prices in Delhi.
Petrol Price in Delhi in May 2026
Open Price
₹94.77
Close Price
₹97.77
Highest Price In May 2026
₹97.77
Lowest Price In May 2026
₹94.77
The Petrol prices in Delhi hovered around ₹ during May 2026. During May 2026, Petrol prices touched a high of ₹97.77 and a low of ₹94.77.
Average
PETROL (₹/L)
₹0
Petrol Price In Delhi - Last 10 Days Data
Petrol price today in Delhi is retailing at Rs 0 per litre. In the last 10 days, the highest rate of Petrol in Delhi was Rs 97.77 per litre. Meanwhile, the lowest rate of Petrol in the last 10 days was Rs 0 per litre in Delhi. Every morning, the fuel rates are revised at 6 am since 2017 by the leading oil companies.
DELHI
PETROL PRICE PER/ L
CHANGES
May 18, 2026
₹0.00
0.00
May 17, 2026
₹97.77
0.00
May 16, 2026
₹97.77
0.00
May 15, 2026
₹97.77
3.00
May 14, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
May 13, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
May 12, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
May 11, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
May 10, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
May 09, 2026
₹94.77
0.00
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Daily & Monthly Petrol Price in Delhi : Graphical Representation
Amongst state capitals, Guntur has the highest petrol price at ₹112.28 while Port Blair has the lowest at ₹84.99. Compared to Guntur, petrol price in Port Blair is cheaper by ₹27.29.
Highest petrol price is seen in the state of Andhra Pradesh (₹112.54) and lowest is observed in Arunachal Pradesh (₹95.35). Compared to Andhra Pradesh, the petrol price in Arunachal Pradesh is cheaper by ₹17.19.
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The rate of petrol in Delhi
Despite having a robust public transport system, a large part of the populace in Delhi use their own conveyance. A spiralling of petrol price has ramifications on the household budget of commuters. Petrol prices are governed by a plethora of factors. For instance, a rise in Brent crude oil price has a direct bearing on the domestic price of petrol. Similarly, an appreciation of US dollar against Indian rupee exerts an upward pressure on petroleum prices.
How are petrol prices calculated in Delhi?
Petrol prices in Delhi is 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. Pertinent to note that state levy varies across states. This explains why petrol prices differ across states. Changes in central excise duties also affect petroleum prices significantly. A cut in central excise duty helps in cooling off soaring petroleum prices. Besides, gyrations in the price of Brent crude oil affect the domestic price of petroleum.
How to check the correct daily petrol rate in Delhi Online via App, Website and SMS?
The prices of petrol are updated every day at 6 AM. This pricing mechanism is called dynamic fuel pricing. Consumers can get the latest petroleum prices using customer care services of state run oil marketing companies - Indian Oil Corporation, Bharat Petroleum Corporation and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation. Besides, these companies have SMS based services which can be used to get the latest petroleum prices.
Indian Oil
Customer care number: 1800-2333-555.
Mobile app: IndianOil ONE
SMS: RSP <space> Dealer Code of Petrol Pump to 9224992249.
BPCL
Customer care number: 1800 - 22 - 4344
Mobile app: Smart Drive
SMS: RSP <space> Dealer Code of Petrol Pump to 9223112222
HPCL
SMS: HPPRICE <space> Dealer Code of Petrol Pump to 9222201122
The prices of petrol in Delhi 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 petrol 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 petrol prices.
The rates of petrol in Delhi will be different from other cities in India. State Value Added Tax (VAT) varies across states, hence, petrol prices differ across states. Besides local body taxes, octroi etc lead to differential petrol prices in different cities of a state.
The prices of Brent crude oil have a significant effect on the petrol prices in Delhi. 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 petrol.
The prices of petrol in Delhi 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 petrol prices and vice-versa.