New rules for LPG cylinders: Price hike, e-KYC and potential connection ban, what to know about Indane, HP, Bharat Gas | Today’s news

New rules for LPG gas cylinders: Several changes related to LPG and PNG came into force from Tuesday. These include price change, e-KYC requirements, booking interval details and transition to Piped Natural Gas (PNG). The biggest change of all is the increase in the price of commercial LPG cylinders for the first time in three months. These changes come amid the PNG government’s incentive program.

What changes according to the new rules for LPG gas cylinders from September 1

LPG consumers who have not completed their Aadhaar-based e-KYC by August 31 are likely to face difficulties with their services, including a potential ban or reduction in subsidies. On the other hand, oil marketing companies have maintained rules regarding cylinder reservation intervals, refilling and conversion from LPG to PNG.

Price increase

From September 2026, oil marketing companies (OMCs) increased commercial LPG prices after two consecutive monthly cuts. The price of a 19 kg commercial LPG bottle has increased by ₹9.50 to ₹11.50 across major cities, with Kolkata recording the steepest hike. Mumbai continues to have cheaper commercial LPG than Delhi, Chennai and other major cities. Patna remains the most expensive city, the price of a 19kg cylinder is still higher ₹3000.

At the same time, domestic LPG prices have not changed for the third month in a row.

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Did you miss the e-KYC deadline?

The deadline for completion of Biometric Aadhaar authentication for LPG connection was 31st August. According to the OMC, the deadline will not be extended for LPG consumers who have not completed their Aadhaar-based e-KYC. Those who miss the deadline may potentially face several temporary restrictions until the verification process is complete.

Consumers who have not completed e-KYC may lose access to subsidized LPG rates, while beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) could also see a pause in their direct benefit transfers. Non-PMUY consumers who have not completed e-KYC will reportedly have to buy domestic LPG cylinders at commercial rates. There could also be temporary suspension of services for gas consumers of Indane Gas, HP Gas and Bharat Gas. However, these restrictions are expected to remain in place until the required e-KYC is completed.

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LPG to PNG switch

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is reportedly set to expand natural gas (PNG) pipeline connectivity with a new incentive scheme that came into effect from September 1. The initiative is aimed at increasing the number of active PNG domestic connections, reducing dependence on LPG.

Under the policy, households cannot have two domestic LPG connections, while LPG consumers have also been asked to switch to PNG where the infrastructure is available. The government also warned that LPG connections could be cut for those who do not respond to notices from OMCs or municipal gas distributors asking them to switch to PNG. This transition from LPG to PNG is to be done within 30 days.

LPG gas reservation intervals

Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, which have caused LPG supply shortages, the government is likely to keep new LPG connection applications closed. Customers trying to apply for new LPG connections may reportedly have to wait as the opening bookings are closed with gas companies including Indian Oil, HPCL and BPCL.

The LPG cylinder reservation interval rule remains unchanged in September 2026. Introduced amid the US-Iran conflict that escalated in late February, the government announced a minimum gap between two LPG refills of 25 days for consumers in urban areas and 45 days for consumers in rural areas. Previously, consumers could request a refill after 21 days.

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Online booking and delivery of LPG gas

The government continued to urge consumers to book LPG cylinders online. According to reports, LPG bookings across the industry have seen an increase of around 99%.

Another key development is related to LPG supplies. To complete the delivery, consumers need to enter the One Time Password (OTP) sent to their registered mobile number. In the absence of OTP, the cylinder will not be delivered.

The rise in LPG prices comes after a rise in international LPG prices.