Diesel Price in Chennai
Official retail selling price of High Speed Diesel in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Rates are based on regulatory disclosures by the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).
Includes refinery transfer cost, inland rail/pipeline freight, Central Excise Duty, Oil Marketing Company dealer commission, and Tamil Nadu State Value Added Tax (VAT).
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What is the current diesel price in Chennai?
The official retail selling price of High Speed Diesel in Chennai is ₹92.34 per litre, effective from 1 October 2026, as notified by public sector Oil Marketing Companies.
Why does the diesel price in Chennai differ from neighbouring states?
Diesel rates in Chennai reflect state-level taxation by the Tamil Nadu government (Value Added Tax and local transport cess), alongside freight costs from refinery terminals to retail dealer bunks.
Is the displayed diesel rate in Chennai inclusive of VAT?
Yes, the displayed retail price of ₹92.34 per litre is the final consumer price inclusive of Central Excise Duty, Tamil Nadu State VAT, and retail pump dealer margins.
Where does this fuel rate data come from?
All rates are sourced from verified public disclosures by the Petroleum Planning & Analysis Cell (PPAC, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).