Petrol, Diesel price in Bengaluru today. Latest rates after excise cut on March 27

Petrol, diesel price in Bengaluru today: Petrol in the city is priced at ₹102.96 per litre, while diesel costs ₹90.99 per litre.

Published on: Mar 27, 2026, 10:43:31 IST

Written by Shivya Kanojia

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Fuel prices in Bengaluru remained unchanged on Friday after the Government of India cut the special additional excise duties (SAED) on petrol and diesel. The decision is aimed at helping oil marketing companies (OMCs) manage losses amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, where the near closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to volatility in global oil markets.

Petrol, Diesel price in Bengaluru today: Petrol is priced at ₹102.96 per litre, while diesel costs ₹90.99 per litre. (PTI)

As of today, March 27, petrol in the Bengaluru is priced at ₹102.96 per litre, while diesel costs ₹90.99 per litre.

Petrol prices in Bengaluru

Petrol prices in Bengaluru have shown remarkable stability over the past week, holding steady at ₹102.96 per litre from March 21 through March 26. The data indicates no day-to-day change during this period. The only minor movement came earlier on March 20, when prices saw a marginal uptick of ₹0.04, rising from ₹102.92 on March 19 to the current level. Since then, however, petrol rates have remained unchanged.

Diesel prices in Bengaluru

A similar trend is visible in diesel prices across the city. Diesel has consistently been priced at ₹90.99 per litre from March 21 to March 26, with no recorded changes during these days.

Even prior to this stretch, movement has been minimal, with prices largely flat and only a slight adjustment seen around March 18.

In a government order on Thursday, the finance ministry reduced the special excise duty on petrol to ₹3 per litre from ₹13 earlier. It also cut the duty on diesel to zero from ₹10.

The notification comes amid supply disruptions due to the ongoing US-Iran war. “…the Central Government, being satisfied that it is necessary in the public interest so to do…,” reads a part of the order.

The changes were notified through amendments to the central excise rules and duty structures, which “shall come into force with immediate effect,” as per the Gazette notification. It is unlikely to have any immediate impact on pump prices.

On aviation turbine fuel (ATF), the order states: “Aviation Turbine Fuel Rs. 50 per Litre” as special additional excise duty, alongside exemptions that cap the effective rate at “Rs. 29.5 per litre” in certain cases.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shivya Kanojia
Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read More

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