Commercial LPG prices have jumped sharply from May 1, 2026, while domestic LPG prices have remained unchanged. India Today reported that oil companies increased the price of a 19 kg commercial gas cylinder by ₹993 in one revision, making it one of the steepest recent hikes for businesses using cooking fuel. The new price in Delhi is around ₹3,071.50, while Mumbai’s commercial cylinder price is ₹3,024.
The important part is that this hike does not apply to the normal 14.2 kg domestic LPG cylinder used by households. NDTV reported that domestic LPG prices were kept unchanged despite pressure from energy-market disruptions, while the average commercial LPG hike was ₹993. This is why hotels, restaurants, cafes and food vendors are feeling the direct pressure first.
How Much Does LPG Cost In Major Cities Now?
The latest LPG price table shows a clear difference between household and business users. Goodreturns listed domestic LPG prices as unchanged across major cities on May 4, 2026, while commercial 19 kg cylinders became costlier by around ₹990–₹994 depending on the city. This means a family kitchen may not see an immediate LPG bill jump, but food businesses now face much higher daily operating costs.
| City | Domestic LPG 14.2 Kg | Commercial LPG 19 Kg | Commercial Price Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | ₹913.00 | ₹3,071.50 | +₹993.00 |
| Mumbai | ₹912.50 | ₹3,024.00 | +₹993.00 |
| Kolkata | ₹939.00 | ₹3,202.00 | +₹994.00 |
| Chennai | ₹928.50 | ₹3,237.00 | +₹990.50 |
| Bengaluru | ₹915.50 | ₹3,152.00 | +₹991.00 |
| Hyderabad | ₹965.00 | ₹3,315.00 | +₹994.00 |
| Jaipur | ₹916.50 | ₹3,099.00 | +₹993.00 |
The table shows that the commercial LPG cylinder price has crossed ₹3,000 in many major cities. Hyderabad is among the costliest in the listed metro/state-capital data at ₹3,315, while Mumbai is at ₹3,024. Domestic LPG, meanwhile, stayed unchanged in the same city table, which is the biggest relief point for households.
Why Are Businesses Hit More Than Households?
Businesses are hit more because restaurants, hotels, caterers, cafes, bakeries and street food vendors use commercial LPG cylinders for daily operations. India Today specifically noted that the new commercial rates affect restaurants, hotels and small businesses the most because they rely heavily on 19 kg cylinders. A single ₹993 jump per cylinder can quickly become a serious monthly cost increase for high-use outlets.
This is not the same as a household paying once for one cylinder after several weeks. Many food businesses use multiple commercial cylinders in a short period, especially during peak hours or high-demand seasons. That is why the price hike can affect menu pricing, profit margins and delivery food costs faster than it affects normal home kitchens.
Why Did Domestic LPG Prices Remain Unchanged?
Domestic LPG prices remained unchanged because the latest revision was applied mainly to commercial LPG cylinders. NDTV reported that the government kept domestic LPG rates steady, while commercial LPG increased by ₹993 on average. It also listed domestic LPG prices at ₹913 in New Delhi, ₹939 in Kolkata, ₹912.50 in Mumbai and ₹928.50 in Chennai.
Goodreturns also listed Mumbai’s 14.2 kg domestic LPG price at ₹912.50 on May 4, 2026, with no change from the previous month. It added that domestic LPG has remained unchanged at ₹912.50 since March 2026 in Mumbai. This confirms that the current shock is concentrated mainly in the commercial cylinder segment.
How Big Is This Hike Compared With Recent Months?
The May 2026 hike is large because it comes after earlier increases in commercial LPG prices. NDTV reported that the price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder had been increased three times since February 28, first by ₹144 in March, then by nearly ₹200 on April 1, and then by ₹993 in the latest revision. That sequence shows businesses have not faced one isolated increase, but repeated price pressure.
Goodreturns also listed the May 2026 commercial LPG increase as ₹993 in Mumbai, taking the city’s 19 kg cylinder price from ₹2,031 to ₹3,024. That single move alone is a 48.89% increase for Mumbai’s commercial cylinder price compared with the previous month. For small businesses with thin margins, that kind of jump is not a minor adjustment.
What Could Become Costlier For Consumers?
The first consumer impact is likely to appear in restaurant meals, takeaway food, catering, bakery products and street food pricing. NDTV reported that restaurants and eateries are likely to pass on the burden to consumers, making outside dining and food delivery more expensive. This is a direct business-cost channel, not a vague inflation claim.
Still, the impact will not be identical everywhere. Large restaurants may absorb part of the increase for a while, while smaller vendors may raise prices faster because they have less room to protect margins. Readers should watch menu prices, delivery platform charges and local food vendor rates over the next few weeks to understand how much of the LPG hike is being passed on.
What Is The Conclusion?
The May 2026 LPG price hike is mainly a commercial-cylinder shock. The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG cylinder rose by around ₹993, taking Delhi’s rate to ₹3,071.50 and Mumbai’s to ₹3,024. Domestic LPG prices remained unchanged, with Delhi at ₹913 and Mumbai at ₹912.50 for a 14.2 kg cylinder.
The clear takeaway is that households have avoided an immediate LPG price hit, but businesses have not. Hotels, restaurants, cafes, caterers and street food vendors now face a much higher cooking-fuel bill. If those costs are passed on, consumers may feel the impact through higher food prices rather than through their own domestic cylinder booking.
FAQs
What Is The Latest Commercial LPG Price In Delhi?
The latest commercial LPG price in Delhi is ₹3,071.50 for a 19 kg cylinder after a ₹993 increase from May 1, 2026. India Today and NDTV both reported the Delhi commercial LPG rate at around ₹3,071.50 after the hike.
Did Domestic LPG Prices Increase In May 2026?
No, domestic LPG prices remained unchanged in May 2026. NDTV reported that domestic LPG rates were kept steady, while Goodreturns listed Mumbai’s 14.2 kg domestic cylinder at ₹912.50 with no monthly change.
Who Is Most Affected By The LPG Price Hike?
Restaurants, hotels, cafes, caterers, bakeries and street food vendors are the most affected because they use 19 kg commercial LPG cylinders. India Today reported that the hike directly affects hotels, restaurants and small businesses that rely heavily on commercial cylinders.