Households received some relief on September 2, 2026, as the price of the standard 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder remained unchanged. While consumers did not face a fresh increase in cooking gas prices, commercial LPG users are paying more following a revision that came into effect on September 1.
The price of the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder was increased by ₹9.50 from September 1. The smaller 5-kg non-domestic FTL cylinder, commonly known as the Chhotu cylinder, also became ₹2 more expensive.
The latest revision means the direct impact is currently greater on businesses such as restaurants, hotels and other commercial establishments than on households using regular domestic LPG connections.
Since LPG prices differ from city to city, consumers planning to book a cylinder should check the latest rate applicable in their location.
No Change in Domestic LPG Cylinder Price on September 2
The biggest relief for household consumers is that there has been no fresh revision in the price of the 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder on September 2.
This means households will continue to pay the prevailing rate applicable in their respective cities.
In Delhi, for example, a 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder costs ₹942. The price is ₹941.50 in Mumbai, ₹968 in Kolkata and ₹957.50 in Chennai.
Prices vary across cities because of factors applicable to different markets and locations.
Commercial LPG Cylinder Became Costlier From September 1
While domestic consumers have not faced a new price increase, commercial users saw a revision at the beginning of September.
The price of the 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder was raised by ₹9.50 on September 1.
Following the revision, a commercial LPG cylinder costs ₹2,747.50 in Delhi. The price stands at ₹2,882.50 in Kolkata, ₹2,701 in Mumbai and ₹2,915.50 in Chennai.
Commercial LPG cylinders are extensively used by restaurants, hotels, cafés, catering businesses and other food-related establishments.
Therefore, even a relatively small change in commercial LPG prices can affect operating costs for businesses that consume multiple cylinders every month.
LPG Cylinder Prices in Major Cities on September 2
Here are the reported prices of 14.2-kg domestic and 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders across major cities:
| City | Domestic LPG (14.2 kg) | Commercial LPG (19 kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹942.00 | ₹2,747.50 |
| Kolkata | ₹968.00 | ₹2,882.50 |
| Mumbai | ₹941.50 | ₹2,701.00 |
| Chennai | ₹957.50 | ₹2,915.50 |
| Gurugram | ₹950.50 | ₹2,755.00 |
| Noida | ₹939.50 | ₹2,738.00 |
| Bengaluru | ₹944.50 | ₹2,823.50 |
| Bhubaneswar | ₹968.00 | ₹2,908.00 |
| Chandigarh | ₹951.50 | ₹2,760.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹994.00 | ₹2,985.00 |
| Jaipur | ₹945.50 | ₹2,765.50 |
| Lucknow | ₹979.50 | ₹2,860.50 |
| Patna | ₹1,031.50 | ₹3,027.50 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | ₹951.00 | — |
Among the cities listed above, Patna has the highest domestic LPG price at ₹1,031.50. Its commercial cylinder price is also above the ₹3,000 mark at ₹3,027.50.
Noida, meanwhile, has a domestic LPG price of ₹939.50, while Mumbai consumers are paying ₹941.50 for a standard household cylinder.
Commercial LPG Prices Had Fallen Sharply Before September Hike
The September increase comes after substantial reductions in commercial LPG prices during the previous two months.
According to the reported figures, the price of a 19-kg commercial cylinder was reduced by ₹192 in August. A reduction of ₹183.50 had also been implemented in July.
Against those larger reductions, the September increase of ₹9.50 is relatively modest.
Nevertheless, businesses that rely heavily on LPG will have to account for the higher September price while calculating their operating expenses.
5-Kg Chhotu Cylinder Price Also Increased
Commercial LPG was not the only category affected by the September 1 revision.
The 5-kg non-domestic FTL cylinder, popularly referred to as the Chhotu cylinder, also became more expensive.
Its price was increased by ₹2.
The standard 14.2-kg domestic LPG cylinder, however, was left untouched, protecting household consumers from an additional increase at the start of September.
Why Commercial LPG Prices Matter to Consumers
A rise in commercial LPG prices does not directly increase the cost of the domestic cylinder used in household kitchens. However, it can have an indirect impact on consumers.
Restaurants, cafés, hotels, bakeries, caterers and street-food businesses frequently use commercial LPG for cooking. If their fuel expenses increase significantly over time, businesses may eventually pass some of those additional costs on to customers.
The effect of a ₹9.50 increase on a single cylinder may be limited, but the impact can be greater for establishments that use many cylinders every month.
What Does the Latest LPG Update Mean for Households?
For household consumers, the September 2 update is straightforward: there is no fresh increase in the price of the regular 14.2-kg LPG cylinder.
A Delhi consumer continues to pay ₹942, while the reported price is ₹945.50 in Jaipur, ₹979.50 in Lucknow and ₹1,031.50 in Patna.
This stability can provide some relief to families because cooking gas remains an important component of monthly household expenditure.
However, consumers should remember that LPG prices are location-specific. The amount payable at the time of booking should therefore be checked for the relevant city and distributor.
Domestic and Commercial LPG Serve Different Consumers
Domestic and commercial LPG cylinders are priced separately because they are meant for different categories of users.
The standard 14.2-kg cylinder is primarily intended for household cooking requirements. The 19-kg commercial cylinder, on the other hand, is commonly used by businesses and commercial establishments.
As a result, a price revision in one category does not necessarily mean that the other category will also see an identical change.
That is exactly what has happened at the beginning of September: commercial LPG became more expensive, while domestic cylinder prices remained stable.
What LPG Consumers Should Know
Anyone planning to book an LPG cylinder should check the current rate for their city before placing the order.
As of September 2, 2026, household consumers have avoided a fresh price hike in the standard 14.2-kg domestic cylinder. Commercial users, however, are paying ₹9.50 more per 19-kg cylinder following the September 1 revision.
The 5-kg non-domestic Chhotu cylinder has also become ₹2 costlier.
For now, the absence of a domestic LPG price increase is positive for household budgets, while restaurants and other commercial users will need to absorb the latest increase in their fuel costs.
