Petrol & Diesel Price Today in Chennai
Chennai, Tamil Nadu · Thursday, 25 June 2026
Static reference dataPetrol Fill Cost in Chennai
| Fill (Litres) | Petrol Cost | Diesel Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Litres | ₹518.35 | ₹476.25 |
| 10 Litres | ₹1036.70 | ₹952.50 |
| 20 Litres | ₹2073.40 | ₹1905.00 |
| 30 Litres | ₹3110.10 | ₹2857.50 |
| 40 Litres | ₹4146.80 | ₹3810.00 |
| 50 Litres | ₹5183.50 | ₹4762.50 |
About Petrol & Diesel Price in Chennai
Petrol price in Chennai, Tamil Nadu is ₹103.67/litre and diesel price is ₹95.25/litre as of Thursday, 25 June 2026. Prices are eligible for daily revision by Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum (BPCL), and Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL), though in practice they change infrequently.
Tamil Nadu maintains moderate-to-high state VAT on petrol. Chennai's fuel prices reflect Tamil Nadu's state government revenue requirements. The state has been investing in metro expansion which is expected to reduce long-term fuel demand.
Tip for Chennai consumers: Chennai's coastal location and good port connectivity means relatively efficient fuel supply chains. CNG is available in Chennai through IOCL outlets, though the network is less dense than Delhi or Mumbai. Planning fuel top-ups before major festivals when demand spikes can help avoid queues.
The retail price in Chennai includes the base price (linked to international Brent crude), central excise duty (₹19.90/litre), Tamil Nadu VAT/sales tax, and dealer commission. The Tamil Nadu state VAT is the primary reason Chennai prices differ from other Indian cities.