Petrol Price in India: Indian Oil Corporation said that the prices of regular petrol and diesel used by the general public have been kept stable, providing relief to the public.

IOCL hikes premium petrol prices

State-owned oil company Indian Oil Corporation has increased the price of premium petrol XP-95 by ₹2 per liter. The company stated, "Crude oil prices have risen from $71 to $156 per barrel in the last 20 days. Despite this, petrol and diesel prices in India have not been increased. The company says that fuel supplies will continue uninterrupted across the country."

IOCL shared the post on X

Indian Oil Corporation Limited shared a post on the social media platform X on Friday (March 20, 2026). In the post, the company stated that maintaining price stability in the domestic market has become more important than ever amid rising global crude oil prices. Despite rising international costs, Indian Oil has not increased the prices of common automotive fuels in India. However, there has been a limited change in the price of premium petrol XP-95, which has a minimal impact on overall consumption.

As global crude prices surge, stability at home matters more than ever.
IndianOil has ensured no increase in regular automotive fuel prices in India, even amid rising international costs. A limited revision applies only to premium petrol XP-95, with minimal impact on overall… pic.twitter.com/DAOIpW6vCj

— Indian Oil Corp Ltd (@IndianOilcl) March 20, 2026

The company stated that prices for regular petrol and diesel, which are used by the general public, have been kept stable, providing relief to the public. Amid changing global conditions, the company's focus is primarily on three key aspects: regular supply, responsible pricing, and reliable service. This is why, despite international pressure, people are experiencing stable oil prices in the domestic market.

Apart from IOCL, which oil companies have increased the prices?

In addition to IOCL, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has increased the price of its Speed, and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has increased the price of its Power Premium petrol by Rs 2.09 per liter. The price of premium petrol, which was around Rs 111.68 per liter before the price hike, has now increased to around Rs 113.77 per liter.