Petrol Diesel Price 17 Jan: As per the daily practice, state-owned oil marketing companies updated petrol and diesel prices across the country at 6 am on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Fuel prices in India are revised every day and are influenced by several factors, including global crude oil prices, the rupee–dollar exchange rate, central and state taxes, and dealer commissions.
With the Union Budget 2026 scheduled to be presented in February, attention is also on whether fuel prices are witnessing any significant fluctuations ahead of the budget announcement. Let’s take a look at today’s latest petrol and diesel rates across the country.
Fuel price changes directly impact daily life—from office commuters to small traders and vegetable vendors—making it essential for consumers to stay informed about the latest rates. Here’s a detailed look at the current petrol and diesel prices in major cities across India.
Petrol Diesel Price 17 Jan: See the latest rates of petrol and diesel
| City | Petrol (₹/litre) | Diesel (₹/litre) |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹94.72 | ₹87.62 |
| Mumbai (Mumbai) | ₹104.21 | ₹92.15 |
| Kolkata | ₹103.94 | ₹90.76 |
| Chennai | ₹100.75 | ₹92.34 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹94.49 | ₹90.17 |
| Bengaluru | ₹102.92 | ₹89.02 |
| Hyderabad | ₹107.46 | ₹95.70 |
| Jaipur | ₹104.72 | ₹90.21 |
| Lucknow | ₹94.69 | ₹87.80 |
| Pune | ₹104.04 | ₹90.57 |
| Chandigarh | ₹94.30 | ₹82.45 |
| Indore | ₹106.48 | ₹91.88 |
| Patna | ₹105.58 | ₹93.80 |
| Surat | ₹95.00 | ₹89.00 |
| Nashik | ₹95.50 | ₹89.50 |
CNG Rate Today: What is the price of CNG today?
| City | CNG Price (₹/kg) |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹77.09 |
| Mumbai (Mumbai) | ₹77.00 |
| Ahmedabad | ₹82.38 |
| Vadodara | ₹81.35 |
| Navsari | ₹82.95 |
| Rajasthan – Average | ₹86.94 |
| Telangana – Average | ₹95.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹96.00 |
| Satna, Madhya Pradesh | ₹97.95 |
| Faridabad, Haryana | ₹88.72 |
Petrol Diesel Rate: How are prices decided?
Petrol and diesel prices in India are determined daily by oil marketing companies (OMCs). These companies determine prices based on international crude oil prices, foreign exchange rates, taxes imposed by the central and state governments, and dealer margins. Each state has a different tax structure, so petrol and diesel prices vary slightly across different cities within the country within a single day.
India Budget 2026: How to check the prices of your city from home through SMS?
If you want to check fuel prices on your mobile, the process is simple:
Indian Oil Customers: Type your city code and send it along with “RSP” to 9224992249.
BPCL Customers: Text “RSP” and send it to 9223112222.
HPCL Customers: Text “HP Price” and send it to 9222201122.
Also Read: Petrol Diesel Price 16 Jan: Today’s Petrol-Diesel Rates Amid Cheaper Crude Oil
