Households planning to book an LPG cylinder can breathe easy for now, as the price of the standard 14.2-kg domestic cooking gas cylinder remains unchanged on August 8, 2026. While domestic LPG rates have stayed stable, commercial consumers have received relief following a significant reduction in the price of 19-kg cylinders earlier this month.

Oil marketing companies (OMCs) generally review LPG cylinder prices at the beginning of every month. Any revision can vary across cities because of differences in local taxes, transportation expenses and other applicable charges.

The latest rates show that households in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Noida and Ghaziabad continue to pay the existing prices for domestic cylinders. Commercial LPG prices, however, were revised downward from August 1.

Commercial LPG Cylinder Became Cheaper From August 1

Businesses that depend heavily on LPG have received some relief this month. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder was reduced by ₹202 from August 1, according to the information provided in the report.

This marked the second consecutive month of reduction in commercial LPG cylinder prices.

The decline is particularly relevant for hotels, restaurants, catering businesses, roadside eateries and other commercial establishments where cooking gas forms an important part of operating expenses.

Lower commercial LPG rates could help these businesses manage some of their input costs, although the actual benefit will depend on their overall consumption.

LPG Cylinder Prices on August 8, 2026

Consumers should check the applicable rate in their city before placing an LPG refill order because cylinder prices can differ depending on location.

Here are the latest domestic and commercial LPG rates provided for major cities:

Among the cities listed, Noida and Ghaziabad have the lowest domestic cylinder rate at ₹939.50, while Kolkata consumers are paying ₹968 for a 14.2-kg cylinder.

For commercial LPG, Mumbai has the lowest price among these cities at ₹1,683 for a 19-kg cylinder, while Chennai has the highest listed rate at ₹1,891.50.

Will Domestic LPG Cylinders Become Costlier?

Speculation around a possible increase in domestic LPG prices had recently created concern among consumers.

Some reports suggested that the government could introduce a new levy or tax on LPG cylinders. It was claimed that such a measure could increase the price of a domestic cooking gas cylinder by around ₹18.

However, Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has rejected these reports.

According to the clarification cited in the report, the government has no plan to introduce a new levy or tax on LPG cylinders. The minister described reports suggesting such a proposal as incorrect and without basis.

This means consumers should not assume that an additional ₹18 increase in domestic LPG prices is imminent based on those reports.

Why Do LPG Cylinder Prices Vary From City to City?

LPG prices are not necessarily identical across India.

Several factors can influence the final amount consumers pay, including local taxes and transportation or distribution costs. This is why the price of a 14.2-kg domestic cylinder in Delhi can differ from the rate applicable in Kolkata, Chennai or Mumbai.

The same applies to commercial cylinders, where city-wise differences can be even more noticeable.

Consumers should therefore check the latest local price rather than relying on a national-level figure before booking a refill.

Difference Between Domestic and Commercial LPG Cylinders

Domestic LPG cylinders are primarily intended for household cooking requirements. The commonly used household cylinder has a capacity of 14.2 kg.

Commercial LPG cylinders, including the widely used 19-kg version, are designed for business establishments such as restaurants, hotels, cafés and catering services.

Prices for these two categories are reviewed separately. Therefore, a reduction in commercial LPG prices does not automatically mean domestic cylinder rates will also fall.

The August revision is an example of this distinction: commercial cylinders became cheaper from August 1, while domestic LPG prices remained unchanged.

How to Check the Latest LPG Price in Your City

Consumers can verify the latest LPG cylinder price from the official platforms of their respective cooking gas providers.

Indane customers can check current rates through Indian Oil's official services, while Bharat Gas and HP Gas customers can use the respective official platforms provided by Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum.

Checking the rate before placing an order can be useful because LPG prices vary by location and may be revised during periodic reviews.

What LPG Consumers Should Know on August 8

For household consumers, the key update on August 8, 2026, is that there has been no fresh increase in the price of the 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder.

At the same time, commercial users are benefiting from the price reduction implemented at the beginning of August.

Consumers concerned about reports of a possible ₹18 increase due to a proposed new LPG levy also have some reassurance, as the Petroleum Minister has rejected claims that the government is planning such a new tax or levy.

For now, domestic LPG prices remain stable, while the latest commercial cylinder reduction offers some relief to restaurants, hotels and other businesses that depend heavily on cooking gas.