What 1 Litre Petrol Costs Across India: State-Wise Price Snapshot
- Team Autopunditz
- 1 day ago
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Petrol prices in India continue to vary sharply from one state to another, largely due to different state-level taxes, VAT structures, transportation costs, and local levies. As per the data from Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the presented infographic shows how much 1 litre of petrol costs across Indian states and Union Territories as of 19 May 2026.
The data highlights a wide price gap across the country, with petrol costing as low as ₹87/litre in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, while touching as high as ₹114/litre in Andhra Pradesh.
Petrol Price Across India: Big Picture
The majority of Indian states currently fall in the ₹100–₹104/litre range. This includes several large markets where petrol prices remain just above the ₹100 mark. However, some states continue to see prices above ₹105/litre, while a few remain below ₹100/litre.
The map categorises petrol prices into five bands:
Price Range | Category |
₹110 and above | Highest petrol price zone |
₹105–₹109 | High price zone |
₹100–₹104 | Mid-high price zone |
₹95–₹99 | Lower price zone |
Below ₹95 | Lowest price zone |
States Where Petrol Costs ₹110 or More
The highest petrol prices are seen in select states, especially in the southern and western parts of India.
As per the map, Andhra Pradesh is among the costliest states, with petrol priced at around ₹114/litre. Other high-price regions include states where petrol is around ₹110/litre, such as parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Kerala, and Rajasthan. This means that a full 40-litre tank in these regions can cost between ₹4,400 and ₹4,560, making fuel expenses significantly higher for daily commuters and long-distance users.
Andaman & Nicobar Has the Cheapest Petrol
The biggest outlier is Andaman & Nicobar Islands, where petrol is shown at just ₹87/litre. This is far below the national trend and makes it the cheapest region in the map.
Among mainland states, several regions are shown in the ₹95–₹99/litre bracket, making them relatively more affordable compared to the national average.
Most States Are Around ₹100–₹104/Litre
A large number of states fall in the ₹100–₹104/litre range. This includes many parts of northern, eastern, and northeastern India.
This price band appears to be the most common across the country, showing that petrol prices have broadly stabilised around the ₹100 mark in many regions, even though local variations remain significant.
Why Petrol Prices Differ Across States
Petrol prices in India are not uniform because the final retail price includes multiple components. Apart from the base fuel cost, freight, dealer commission, and central excise duty, each state also applies its own VAT or local tax structure. This is why two neighbouring states can have noticeably different petrol prices. A commuter crossing a state border may find a difference of several rupees per litre.
Impact on Car Owners and Buyers
For car owners, the state-wise fuel price difference directly affects running costs. A petrol car driven 1,000 km per month with a real-world mileage of 15 km/litre would consume around 67 litres of petrol monthly.
At ₹95/litre, the monthly fuel bill would be roughly ₹6,365. At ₹114/litre, the same usage would cost about ₹7,638. That is a difference of more than ₹1,200 per month, or nearly ₹15,000 per year. This is why fuel efficiency, hybrid technology, CNG options, and electric vehicles are becoming increasingly relevant for Indian buyers, especially in high-fuel-price states.
Key Takeaways
Petrol prices across India currently range from ₹87/litre to ₹114/litre, depending on the state or Union Territory. Andaman & Nicobar Islands has the lowest price, while Andhra Pradesh appears to be among the highest-priced regions.
Most states remain clustered around the ₹100–₹104/litre range, but the gap between low-tax and high-tax regions is still large enough to significantly impact vehicle running costs. For Indian car and two-wheeler buyers, fuel price variation is no longer just a daily expense issue. It also plays a major role in choosing between petrol, CNG, hybrid, and electric vehicles.