LPG Commercial Cylinder Prices Climb as 2026 Begins

New Delhi: India kicked off 2026 with a price revision in LPG, but only for commercial users. From January 1, the price of the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has gone up across major cities. The change comes as oil marketing companies adjust rates in line with international costs and monthly pricing reviews.

How Much More Will Businesses Pay?

In New Delhi, the cost of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has increased by about Rs 111, pushing the price to roughly Rs 1,691.50. Kolkata, Mumbai and Chennai are also seeing similar hikes on business-use cylinders. In Kolkata, its price has risen to Rs 1,795 from Rs 1,684. Meanwhile, in Mumbai, the cylinder will now be available at Rs 1,642.50, compared to the earlier price of Rs 1,531.

Restaurants, small traders, and other businesses that rely on these cylinders will feel the impact immediately, as fuel costs are a key part of their daily expenses. 

Are Household Gas Prices Affected?

For most households, there’s no change, at least for now. The price of the standard 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder remains steady in major cities. In Delhi, this cylinder continues to cost around Rs 853; Mumbai and Kolkata prices are also unchanged compared to December 2025. 

Experts say this pause in domestic price changes helps shield families from inflation while keeping commercial energy costs aligned with global markets.

What Does This Mean for Consumers?

Every month, oil marketing companies review LPG prices based on international fuel costs, exchange rates and taxation. Commercial users often see more volatility because their cylinders are priced fully at market rates, without the subsidies that help keep household cylinders stable. 

For now, home cooks in metros won’t see a jump at the pump or in their kitchen, but businesses that depend on heavy gas use will be paying more right from the first day of the year.