Indane Gas, Bharat Gas, HP Gas Cylinder Prices 2026: 14.2 kg vs 19 kg LPG, Know Difference & Which Is Hiked?

There are rumors and confusions regarding LPG price hikes for domestic use. Recently, Indian Oil marketing companies increased commercial LPG prices by Rs 993 to Rs 1,147 for May 2026, reaching a record high. However, reports also suggest the government is likely planning to hike domestic cooking gas prices as well in the coming days. Worry not! The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has clarified the matter.

14.2 KG vs 19 KG LPG Cylinders:

The Indian oil companies have increased LPG prices to an extraordinary level since US-Israel-Iran war started in late February 2026. Now, we are into the third month of the conflict, and LPG prices have skyrocketed to the roof. However, there is a confusion between which LPG price is hiked and which could hurt us, common citizens.

Sujata Sharma, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas on May 6th said, "Regarding the LPG price hike, there has been no increase in the price of domestic cooking LPG cylinders. The recent revision applies only to commercial LPG cylinders."

So here's what you need to understand. There are three popularly used LPG cylinder sizes: 5 kg, 14.2 kg, and 19 kg. Currently, a 5 Kg gas cylinder is widely used by migrants, students and citizens who are renting but lack permanent residence.

Then come 14.2 Kg LPG cylinders, which are largely meant for domestic use and comprise almost 90% of all gas distributed, as per the Indian Oil website. Indian households use this cylinder type.

Then there are 19 Kg LPG cylinders, which are meant for industrial and commercial consumption. Also, 47.5 kg and 425 kg Jumbo cylinders are used by industries for commercial purposes. These commercial consumptions include eateries, hotels, restaurants, malls, food stalls and small-scale industries, as they require high consumption for cooking and heating needs.

There are three LPG brands in India namely Indane Gas, Bharat Gas and HP Gas.

LPG Prices Hike 2026:

For May 2026, Indian Oil hiked LPG prices in 19Kg Cylinder to an extreme high. The biggest hike is in Kolkata city by Rs 1,147 from May 1, 2026. Meanwhile, the second sharp hike was announced in Mumbai by Rs 1,015.5, followed by a hike of Rs 1,013 in Chennai and Rs 993 in Delhi compared to April 2026.

Check Latest LPG Prices For May 2026:

City	May 2026 (₹)	April 2026 (₹)	Price Change (₹)
Delhi	3071.5	2078.5	+993
Mumbai	3046.5	2031	+1015.5
Kolkata	3355	2208	+1147
Chennai	3259.5	2246.5	+1013

But while 19Kg LPG prices were hiked, the rates of 14.2Kg LPG cylinders were kept unchanged for May 2026. Since the US-Israel-Iran war, the only time the 14.2 kg LPG price was hiked was on May 7, 2026, by Rs 60 across cities. This was also the first hike since April 2025. But majorly, oil companies are incurring losses and avoiding hikes of domestic cooking gas.

City	14.2kg LPG Price (₹)
Delhi	913
Kolkata	939
Mumbai	912.5
Chennai	928.5

Coming to 19 kg, this LPG has witnessed its fourth hike in less than two months since Middle East conflict. Prior to record high hikes in May 2026, Indian Oil hiked 19Kg LPG prices by Rs 218 to Rs 195.5, which came after Rs 114.5 hike on March 7, 2026, due to intensifying geopolitical crisis in Middle East. On March 1, 2026, the hike ranged from Rs 28 to Rs 31.

Amidst price hikes, the ministry reiterates that domestic LPG distribution continues to be normal and there have been no reports of dry-out. Sharma said, "Around 95% of cylinder deliveries are being completed through delivery authentication code. In the last two days, about 87.28 lakh cylinders were delivered against bookings of 88.82 lakh."

Further, she explained, commercial LPG sales of around 15,900 tonnes and 876 tonnes of auto LPG have been recorded in the last two days. About 1.2 lakh 5 kg cylinders have also been sold. Over 10,000 awareness camps have been conducted since 3rd April, during which more than 1.84 lakh 5 kg cylinders have been sold so far.

Hotels, Restaurants, Eateries To Increase Menu Prices?

Since 19 kg LPG is used mostly by the hospitality segment, hotels and eateries have reportedly started to pass on the cost impact to consumers.

Impacts of LPG Prices Hike:

States	Impact
Andhra Pradesh	The Andhra Pradesh Star Hotels Association said that hotels and restaurants have started to hike menu prices by 10%.
Kerala	Kerala Hotel and Restaurant Association (KHRA) called for state-wide strike. Hundreds of eateries and restaurants are shut for more than 24 hours on May 6.
Punjab	Punjab Hotel Association have opposed the LPG prices hike and given 10-days ultimatum for Centre to change the prices or else they will protest. The association said about 6 lakh families are impacted by the hike in 19Kg LPG.
Telangana	Restaurents and roadside eateries in Nalgonda city have reportedly hiked their food menu prices. Nearly 30% hike is reported in roadside foods and tea stalls.