Diesel Price in Kolkata

Diesel Price in Kolkata Today (Apr 20 2024)

The diesel price in Kolkata is ...

The diesel prices in Kolkata today have reached ...  per litre as on Apr 20 2024. The very last change in Kolkata diesel price was on Feb 24, 2021. It was unchanged. In the last 10 days, the petrol prices in Kolkata have constantly been fluctuating between Rs. 83.29 and Rs. 84.20. You can also check the diesel prices in other cities of Kolkata and the change in the pricing compared to the previous day.

Last 10 Days Diesel Rate in Kolkata

Date	Diesel ( / litre)
16 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
15 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
14 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
13 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
12 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
11 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
10 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
09 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
08 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78
07 Nov 2021	₹ 89.78

State-wise Petrol Prices

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Petrol Prices in Major Cities

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The trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for February 2021 (rates per litre):

1st February	Rs. 80.08
24th February	Rs. 84.20
The Highest Diesel Rate in February	Rs. 84.56 on February 23rd
The Lowest Diesel Rate in February	Rs. 80.08 on February 1st
Overall Performance	Rising
% Change	+4.89%

 

Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata from January 2021 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st January	Rs.77.44
31st January	Rs.80.08
Highest Rate in January	Rs.80.08 on January 27th
Lowest Rate in January	Rs.79.29 on January 4th
Overall Performance	Rising
Percentage Change	+3.30%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for January 2021:

• In Kolkata, the diesel of petrol opened at the rate of Rs.77.44 per litre. When compared to the fuel’s closing rate for December, there was no change in the price.
• Diesel prices in Kolkata fluctuated in the state over the month. The fuel recorded its highest price on 31st January wherein it stood at the rate of Rs.80.08 per litre. The lowest price was recorded on 1st January, wherein a litre of diesel was retailing at the rate of Rs.80.08 per litre.
• The fuel’s overall performance witnessed a rising trend in Kolkata, with the percentage change witnessing an incline of +3.30%.

The Trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for December 2020 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st December	Rs.75.99
31st December	Rs.77.44
Highest Rate in December	Rs.77.44 on December 8th
Lowest Rate in December	Rs.75.99 on December 1st
Overall Performance	Rising
Percentage Change	+1.87%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for December 2020:

• In Kolkata, the price of diesel opened at the rate of Rs.75.99 per litre. Compared to the fuel’s closing rate for November, there was no change in the price of the liquid gold in Kolkata.
• Diesel price in Kolkata rose during the first few days of the month, followed by which it was quite steady. The fuel recorded its highest price for the month on 8th December. During this period, the price stood at the rate of Rs.77.44 per litre. The lowest price was recorded on 1st December, wherein a litre of diesel was retailing at the rate of Rs.77.44 per litre.
• The fuel’s overall performance witnessed a rising trend in Kolkata, with the percentage change witnessing an incline of +1.87%.

The Trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for November 2020 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st November	Rs.73.99
30th November	Rs.75.99
Highest Rate in November	Rs.75.99 on November 29th
Lowest Rate in November	Rs.73.99 on November 1st
Overall Performance	Rising
Percentage Change	+2.63%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for November 2020:

• In Kolkata, the price of diesel opened at the rate of Rs.73.99 per litre. There was a rising trend in the price of fuel over the month with gradual fluctuations.
• The diesel price in Kolkata was steady from the beginning of the month till Rs75.77 on the 29th of November. The fuel recorded its highest price for the month on 29th at the rate of Rs.75.99. per litre. The lowest price was recorded on 1st November, wherein the fuel retailed price was at the rate of Rs.73.99 per litre.
• The fuel’s overall performance witnessed a rising Kolkata trend, with the percentage change standing at +2.63%. 

The Trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for October 2020 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st October	Rs.74.15
31st October	Rs.73.99
Highest Rate in October	Rs.74.15 on October 20th
Lowest Rate in October	Rs.73.99 on October 4th
Overall Performance	Falling
Percentage Change	-0.22%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for October 2020:

• The fuel recorded its highest price for the month on 20th October with a litre costing Rs.74.15.
• Diesel closed the month at Rs.74.15 per litre. The fuel’s overall performance in the metropolitan city remained stable as there was no change in the opening and closing price.

The Trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for September 2020 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st September	Rs.77.06
30th September	Rs.74.15
Highest Rate in September	Rs.77.06 on September 1st
Lowest Rate in September	Rs.74.15 on September 29th
Overall Performance	Falling
Percentage Change	-3.92%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for September 2020:

• A litre of diesel was priced at Rs.77.06 at the start of the month in Kolkata. Compared to the previous month’s closing price, the price of diesel was up by 5 paise in the city.
• The price of diesel witnessed a lot of fluctuations in the city of Kolkata over the month. Diesel recorded its lowest price for the month on the 1st of September. Oil companies retailed a litre of petrol for Rs.74.15 on the mentioned dates.
• Diesel’s overall performance in Kolkata witnessed a declining trend. The percentage change recorded in the rates stood at -3.92%. 

The Trend of Diesel Price in Kolkata for August 2020 (rates per litre):

Parameters	Rates/litre
1st August	Rs.77.06
31st August	Rs.77.06
Highest Rate in August	Rs.77.06 on August 2nd
Lowest Rate in August	Rs.77.06 on August 1st
Overall Performance	No change
Percentage Change	0%

 

Monthly Diesel Price Trend in Kolkata for August 2020:

• The month of August opened with the price of diesel being traded at Rs.77.06 per litre in Kolkata. There was no change in the price till the 31st of August.
• The fuel recorded its lowest prices from 2nd August, wherein it stood at the rate of Rs.77.06 per litre.
• The price of diesel in Kolkata closed the month of August, being traded at the rate of Rs.77.06 per litre. There was no change in the fuel’s overall performance, with the percentage change being 0%.

Why are Diesel Prices Revised Daily?

By the global economic scenario, there has been a substantial increase in the global crude oil prices in the world economy with the global oil and diesel cartel and the OPEC + encouraging the increase in the demand for petrol and diesel. This subsequent increase in demand for petrol and diesel has triggered a substantial increase in diesel prices. Therefore, Kolkata has recorded a diesel price of Rs 84.20 on 26th February 2021. 

How to Check Daily Diesel Prices in Kolkata?

With the advanced pricing system in place, petrol’s price is comparatively more or less different from those previous statistics. If we address today’s petrol price in a city, it comes up with a very complexion. 

Mobile apps

IOC has recently launched the Fuel@IOC app. BPCL consumers also use the SmartDrive app. 

Via SMS

To check the petrol rate of Kolkata via SMS, follow the below details: 

IOC: Send the text message by typing the RSP dealer code and send it to 9224992249

HPCL: You can send the message: HPPRICE dealer code and send it to 9222201122

BPCL: Check the diesel prices now via SMS: RSP dealer code and send it to 9223112222

Via the website:

Fuel consumers can easily visit the specific OMC website to ensure the current price of petrol in Kolkata. The customers can also visit Dialabank to check the best and accurate petrol price of all the cities, including Kolkata.

Factors which Influence the Diesel Price in Kolkata

The Economic downturn in the World, as well as the country in general, has been triggered by the intense impacts of the Pandemic situation that has been responsible for triggering a downslide in the functioning of the global economy with demand indicators down at an all-time low and negativity persisting in the market conditions with conservative purchase behaviour and insecure buyer sentiments prevailing in the economic environment. With the Pandemic taking its turn towards a devastating situation, transportation and trading activities came to a halt with a complete stoppage in the economy’s revenue generation process. This led to large-scale job loss and unemployment in the economy, and the indications pointed to a deceleration in the functioning of the economy. 

GST on Diesel in Kolkata

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) may be a multi-stage, unified legal system introduced in India in July 2017. All kinds of commodities and services are taxed under the GST regime currently. GST doesn’t apply to diesel and petrol, and thus, the present diesel rate in Kolkata isn’t impacted by GST. The fuel price will reduce drastically if GST is levied even at the very best rate.

Diesel Vs. Petrol Price in Kolkata

Diesel prices in India are lower compared to Diesel. This is an easy way to reduce the rate and other operational costs. While diesel is levied Rs.84.17 per litre as excise duty, diesel is charged Rs.84.84. Kolkata charges 80.96% for a litre of diesel.

FAQs

What is today’s Diesel price in Kolkata?

Today’s Diesel price in Kolkata is 87.20 ₹/L per litre.

What was the highest Diesel price in Kolkata?

The highest Diesel price in Kolkata was ₹87.20 per litre on 25th February 2021.

What is the current Diesel price in Kolkata?

The current Diesel price in Kolkata is ₹ 84.20 per litre.

News

Diesel Prices Witness a Hike Across the Country

State-run Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) retailed a litre of diesel for Rs.80.53 in the capital on Saturday. The rates had gone abreast of 22 days since the daily revision of rates restarted on June 7 before the rates saw an interruption within the last five days. On a mean, the rates increased by a mean of 50 – 60 paise per day. In the global market, crude oil was trading at $42 per barrel. Given this, the rates of fuel are expected to shoot up again.

India, which imports 80 per cent of the entire crude requirements, revised the country’s rates on a day to day as per the dynamic pricing scheme, which was adopted in June 2017. As per the mechanism, the rates are hooked into international oil rates on a 15-day average and, therefore, the rupee – US dollar exchange rate.