Petrol & Diesel Prices Today (6 April 2026):Petrol and diesel prices across India remained unchanged on Monday, which established a pattern of price stability that continued despite rising global crude oil rates.
Petrol & Diesel Prices Today (6 April 2026)
According to the most recent data from oil marketing companies, fuel prices in major metro cities currently stand at approximately:
- Delhi: Petrol – ₹94.77/litre | Diesel – ₹87.67/litre
- Mumbai: Petrol – ₹103–104/litre | Diesel – ₹91–92/litre
- Bengaluru: Petrol – ~₹102.96/litre | Diesel – ~₹91.54/litre
- Chennai: Petrol – ~₹100–102/litre | Diesel – ~₹92–94/litre (trend stable)
The reports indicate that oil companies are experiencing losses which exceed ₹24 for every litre of petrol and ₹100 for every litre of diesel they sell. The actual market prices of their products will be higher than their current market prices.
Petrol, Diesel Prices Today (April 04, 2026): Check Latest Rates in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata
Premium Fuels See Price Hike
The price of premium fuels has increased because global crude oil prices have risen, but regular petrol and diesel prices have remained steady.
Latest Premium Fuel Rates (India – April 2026)
1. 100-Octane Petrol (XP100)
- ₹160 per litre (Delhi approx.)
- Increased by ₹11 per litre recently
2. 95-Octane Premium Petrol (XP95 / Speed / Power)
- Increased by ₹2–₹2.35 per litre in recent weeks
- Current price range (approx): ₹100 – ₹110+ per litre (varies by city)
3. Premium Diesel (Xtra Green / Additive Diesel)
- ₹92.99 per litre (Delhi approx.)
- Earlier: ₹91.49/litre
Private Fuel Pump Prices (Higher)
Private players like Shell & Nayara have increased prices further
Example (Bengaluru):
- Petrol up to ₹119+/litre
- Diesel up to ₹123+/litre
Outlook: Will Fuel Prices Increase Soon?
The current price of crude oil will determine the different outcomes for the oil industry and its operations. Experts believe that if global crude oil prices remain elevated, three specific outcomes will emerge for the oil market. The sustained high prices of crude oil will create increased financial difficulties for oil marketing companies.
The government will require additional policy solutions to address the existing challenges. Gasoline prices for consumers will experience changes during the next few weeks. The current situation enables consumers to anticipate stable prices, but international events will determine future price movements.
