Petrol and diesel prices remained unchanged on September 5, 2026, giving motorists another day of stability at fuel pumps. However, the amount consumers pay continues to differ significantly from one city to another because of local taxes and other components of retail fuel pricing.

Petrol continues to cost more than ₹100 per litre in several major cities, while Chandigarh remains among the locations in the latest list where petrol is available below the ₹100 mark.

For anyone planning to refuel a car or two-wheeler today, checking the applicable price in their city can help estimate the cost before heading to a petrol pump.

Petrol and Diesel Prices on September 5

According to the latest city-wise update, there has been no fresh change in petrol and diesel prices on September 5.

In New Delhi, petrol 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 per litre and diesel at ₹99.82. Chennai's latest rates are ₹107.77 for petrol and ₹99.55 for diesel.

Petrol Diesel Price Today: Latest City-Wise Rates

Here are the petrol and diesel prices listed for major cities on September 5, 2026:

The figures highlight how motorists can face substantially different fuel costs depending on where they live.

Delhi-NCR Fuel Prices: What Are Drivers Paying?

Fuel rates also vary within the National Capital Region.

Petrol in Delhi costs ₹102.12 per litre and diesel ₹95.20. In Gurugram, petrol is listed at ₹102.77 per litre and diesel at ₹95.44.

Noida motorists are paying ₹102.12 per litre for petrol, while diesel is priced at ₹95.56.

Even cities located relatively close to each other can therefore have different pump prices.

Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram Among the Costlier Cities

Among the cities included in the latest rate list, Hyderabad has petrol at ₹115.69 per litre and diesel at ₹103.82.

Thiruvananthapuram is also on the higher side, with petrol costing ₹115.49 and diesel ₹104.40 per litre.

In comparison, Chandigarh offers substantially lower rates. Petrol there is listed at ₹98.10 per litre, while diesel costs ₹86.09.

What Are the Latest Fuel Prices in Jaipur?

For motorists in Jaipur, petrol is priced at ₹112.66 per litre on September 5, while diesel stands at ₹97.78 per litre.

This means someone buying 10 litres of petrol at the listed price would spend ₹1,126.60, while 10 litres of diesel would cost ₹977.80.

Fuel costs can become a significant part of monthly household expenditure for people who commute long distances regularly.

Why Do Petrol and Diesel Prices Differ Across Cities?

Fuel prices are influenced by several factors rather than the cost of crude oil alone.

India imports a significant amount of the crude oil it needs, making international oil prices an important component of domestic fuel economics.

Currency movements also matter because crude oil imports are generally paid for in US dollars. A weaker rupee can increase the cost of imports.

Taxes and duties imposed by central and state governments are another major component. Differences in state-level taxation are one reason petrol and diesel prices are not identical throughout India.

Refining expenses and the broader balance between demand and supply can also influence fuel costs.

Role of Crude Oil Prices

Crude oil is the primary raw material used for producing petrol and diesel.

Changes in international crude prices can therefore affect the economics of fuel sold in India. A sharp rise in crude oil can increase cost pressures, while falling global prices may provide some relief.

However, the final retail price consumers see at a fuel station includes several other components, so domestic pump prices do not necessarily move in exactly the same proportion as international crude prices.

Rupee-Dollar Exchange Rate Also Matters

The exchange rate is another important element.

Since India purchases much of its crude oil from overseas and transactions are largely denominated in dollars, a decline in the value of the rupee can make imports more expensive.

That means global oil prices and currency movements can together influence the underlying cost of fuel.

Taxes Help Explain State-Wise Price Differences

Government taxes and levies account for an important portion of the retail price consumers pay.

State-level tax structures differ, which helps explain why petrol may cost considerably more in one city than another even on the same day.

Other expenses, including refining and distribution-related costs, also contribute to the final pump price.

How to Check Petrol and Diesel Prices Through SMS

Consumers can also check fuel rates using SMS services offered by major oil marketing companies.

According to the information provided in the report, Indian Oil customers can send their city code along with "RSP" to 9224992249.

BPCL customers can send "RSP" to 9223112222, while HPCL customers can send "HP Price" to 9222201122 to obtain fuel-price information.

Check the Latest Rate Before Refuelling

Petrol and diesel prices can have a direct impact on household budgets as well as transportation and business expenses. Even a small difference per litre becomes noticeable for people who drive frequently or purchase fuel in larger quantities.

For September 5, 2026, the key update is that petrol and diesel prices have not undergone a fresh revision, according to the supplied report.

Nevertheless, rates remain significantly different across cities. Checking the applicable local price before visiting a fuel station can therefore help motorists understand exactly how much they are likely to pay for their next refill.