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What are the petrol and diesel rates today? Check the latest prices for October 3.

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How have petrol and diesel prices changed this morning, October 3? You can find the answer here, along with city-wise fuel rates.

There is significant news for motorists regarding petrol and diesel prices today, October 3, 2026. According to the latest rates released by oil companies, there have been no major changes in petrol and diesel prices across the country's major cities. Therefore, it is advisable to check the latest rates in your city before refueling your vehicle.

For instance, in the national capital, Delhi, the price of petrol today (October 3) is ₹102.12 per liter, while diesel is priced at ₹95.20 per liter. You can also check rates for other cities here.

City-wise petrol and diesel prices:

City Name Petrol Price (Per Litre) Diesel Price (Per Litre)
Delhi ₹102.12 ₹95.20
Mumbai ₹111.31 ₹97.97
Jamshedpur ₹106.09 ₹101.23
Chennai ₹107.78 ₹99.56
Jaipur ₹113.19 ₹98.25
Patna ₹113.35 ₹99.36
Kanpur ₹101.78 ₹95.27
Bhopal ₹115.41 ₹100.47
Meerut ₹101.44 ₹94.91

What are the rates in Mumbai?

In Mumbai, petrol is priced at approximately ₹111.21 per liter and diesel at around ₹97.83 per liter today. Fuel prices in the metropolis remain stable for now.

Petrol and diesel prices stable since May

The last major hike in petrol and diesel prices across the country occurred in May 2026. Fuel prices were raised multiple times in May, with the final significant increase recorded on May 25, 2026. Since then, domestic petrol and diesel prices have remained stable for an extended period.

Why should you check petrol and diesel prices daily?

Oil companies update petrol and diesel prices daily at 6:00 AM. Fluctuations in prices across certain cities occur due to factors such as international crude oil rates, the rupee-dollar exchange rate, taxes, and local conditions. Therefore, if you are setting out on a long-distance journey today or planning to fill up your vehicle's tank, be sure to check the latest petrol and diesel rates in your city before making the payment.