Petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged across major Indian cities on September 2, 2026, offering motorists another day of stability at fuel stations. Despite fluctuations in global crude oil prices and currency movements, retail fuel rates reported across the country did not see a fresh revision on Wednesday.

Petrol continues to cost more than ₹100 per litre in several major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Jaipur, Hyderabad and Patna. Chandigarh remains among the cities in the list where petrol is priced below the ₹100 mark.

Fuel prices differ from one city to another because the final retail rate includes several components, including taxes and other location-specific costs. Therefore, motorists planning to fill their tanks should check the latest price applicable in their city.

Petrol and Diesel Prices on September 2, 2026

According to the latest rates provided in the report, petrol in New Delhi is priced at ₹102.12 per litre, while diesel costs ₹95.20 per litre.

Mumbai motorists are paying ₹111.18 for a litre of petrol and ₹97.83 for diesel. In Kolkata, petrol stands at ₹113.47 and diesel at ₹99.82 per litre.

Chennai has petrol at ₹107.77 and diesel at ₹99.55 per litre.

Among the cities covered, Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram continue to have some of the highest petrol prices.

Latest Petrol and Diesel Rates Across Major Cities

Here are the reported fuel prices for September 2:

These prices show why motorists can pay noticeably different amounts for the same quantity of fuel depending on where they live.

How Much Does a Full Tank Cost?

Even when the per-litre price remains unchanged, the overall fuel bill can be substantial.

For example, at Delhi's petrol price of ₹102.12 per litre, buying 10 litres would cost approximately ₹1,021.20. Filling 40 litres would require about ₹4,084.80.

In Jaipur, where petrol is listed at ₹112.66 per litre, 10 litres would cost ₹1,126.60, while 40 litres would cost around ₹4,506.40.

This difference demonstrates how location-based fuel prices can significantly affect monthly transportation expenses, particularly for people who drive long distances every day.

Why Are Petrol and Diesel Prices Different Across Cities?

Fuel prices are influenced by several components rather than crude oil prices alone.

India imports a large portion of the crude oil it requires. Consequently, changes in international crude prices can affect the cost structure of petrol and diesel in the domestic market.

Currency movements are another important factor because crude oil imports are largely paid for in US dollars. If the rupee weakens against the dollar, the cost of importing crude can increase.

Taxes and other charges also contribute to differences in retail prices across states and cities.

This is one reason why a litre of petrol can cost ₹98.10 in Chandigarh while exceeding ₹115 in Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.

Crude Oil Prices Play an Important Role

Petrol and diesel are produced by refining crude oil. As a result, global crude prices are an important component of the overall fuel pricing environment.

When crude becomes more expensive internationally, oil marketing companies face higher input costs. Conversely, a decline in crude prices can reduce cost pressures.

However, changes in international crude prices do not necessarily translate immediately or proportionately into changes at Indian fuel stations because several other components contribute to the final retail price.

Rupee-Dollar Exchange Rate Also Matters

The exchange rate between the Indian rupee and the US dollar can influence the cost of imported crude.

If the rupee depreciates, Indian companies need more rupees to purchase the same dollar-denominated quantity of crude oil.

A stronger rupee can work in the opposite direction.

Therefore, both global crude prices and currency movements are closely watched when assessing the broader outlook for domestic fuel costs.

Taxes Can Create Large Differences Between States

Central and state-level taxes and levies are major components of the retail price paid by consumers.

State-level taxation and other local factors can differ, which helps explain why petrol and diesel prices are not identical across India.

For motorists, this means crossing from one state or city into another can sometimes result in a noticeable difference in the amount paid at the fuel station.

Refining Costs and Demand Also Affect Fuel Economics

Before crude oil can be sold as petrol or diesel, it must undergo refining. The cost of processing crude can vary according to factors such as crude quality, refinery operations and other expenses.

Demand and supply conditions also influence the wider fuel market.

Periods of stronger travel, commercial activity or seasonal demand can affect consumption. However, the final retail price consumers pay depends on the overall pricing framework rather than any single factor.

How Often Are Petrol and Diesel Prices Updated?

Under the daily fuel pricing system, oil marketing companies can revise petrol and diesel rates regularly.

Consumers should therefore check the latest price before refuelling rather than relying on an older rate.

This becomes particularly important for commercial vehicle operators, cab drivers and businesses that consume large quantities of fuel, where even a small price difference can materially affect monthly operating costs.

Why Stable Fuel Prices Matter for Households

Petrol and diesel prices have an impact that extends beyond private vehicle owners.

Diesel is extensively used in commercial transportation. Changes in fuel costs can influence the expense of moving food, vegetables, consumer products and other goods across the country.

For households, petrol prices directly affect commuting and personal transportation expenses.

Stable prices can therefore make monthly budgeting somewhat more predictable, even when the absolute cost of fuel remains high.

What Consumers Should Know Today

There was no fresh change in petrol or diesel prices across the cities listed in the September 2 report.

Petrol remains above ₹100 per litre in most of the major cities covered. Delhi is at ₹102.12, Mumbai at ₹111.18, Kolkata at ₹113.47, Jaipur at ₹112.66 and Hyderabad at ₹115.69 per litre.

Diesel stands at ₹95.20 in Delhi, ₹97.83 in Mumbai, ₹99.82 in Kolkata and ₹103.82 in Hyderabad.

Motorists should continue checking the latest local rate before visiting a fuel station because prices can vary by location and may be revised under the prevailing pricing mechanism.