Bengaluru: Petrol and diesel prices remained a key point of focus for consumers on Thursday, September 3, 2026, as international crude oil prices hovered around $95 a barrel amid renewed tensions between the United States and Iran.
According to the latest fuel price data cited by NDTV Profit, petrol in Bengaluru was priced at ₹110.93 per litre, while diesel was available at ₹98.79 per litre on September 3. Fuel rates vary across Indian cities because of differences in state taxes, refining costs, freight and other components.
Brent crude futures were trading around $95.15 a barrel, down marginally by 0.1% at the time of the report. The benchmark had gained around 1% on Wednesday following renewed military strikes involving the US and Iran.
Petrol prices on September 3
Petrol prices in major Indian cities on Thursday were:
| City | Petrol price per litre |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹102.12 |
| Mumbai | ₹111.12 |
| Kolkata | ₹113.43 |
| Chennai | ₹107.75 |
| Bengaluru | ₹110.93 |
| Hyderabad | ₹115.69 |
Among the six major cities listed, Hyderabad recorded the highest petrol price at ₹115.69 per litre, while Delhi had the lowest at ₹102.12 per litre. Bengaluru’s petrol price stood at ₹110.93 per litre.
Diesel prices on September 3
Diesel rates in the same cities were:
| City | Diesel price per litre |
|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹95.20 |
| Mumbai | ₹97.78 |
| Kolkata | ₹99.78 |
| Chennai | ₹99.57 |
| Bengaluru | ₹98.79 |
| Hyderabad | ₹103.82 |
Hyderabad had the highest diesel price among the cities listed, at ₹103.82 per litre. Delhi recorded the lowest rate at ₹95.20 per litre. Diesel was priced at ₹98.79 per litre in Bengaluru.
Crude oil prices remain under pressure
International crude oil prices have become increasingly important for markets as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raise concerns about global energy supplies.
Brent crude had settled at $95.63 a barrel on Wednesday, while US West Texas Intermediate crude gained nearly 1% to close at $91.01. At the time of the September 3 report, Brent was around $95.15 a barrel.
The renewed tensions have also raised concerns over oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy routes.
More than 17 million barrels of oil reportedly moved through the strait on Monday, although that remained below the roughly 20 million barrels per day recorded before the conflict.
US oil prices had gained around 9% during the week as markets assessed the possibility of further disruptions to supplies from the Middle East.
Why global oil prices matter to India
India is heavily dependent on crude oil imports, sourcing more than 85% of its crude oil requirements from overseas markets.
A sustained increase in international crude prices can therefore raise India’s import bill. Higher oil prices can also increase inflationary pressure because fuel costs influence transportation, logistics and the prices of several goods and services.
However, international crude prices are not the only factor determining retail petrol and diesel prices in India.
Domestic fuel rates are also influenced by central and state taxes, refining margins, freight and distribution expenses, and fluctuations in the rupee against the US dollar.
Bengaluru fuel prices
For motorists in Karnataka’s capital, petrol was priced at ₹110.93 per litre and diesel at ₹98.79 per litre on September 3.
The rates are particularly relevant for daily commuters, commercial vehicle operators and businesses that depend heavily on road transportation. Any prolonged increase in crude prices could eventually put pressure on transportation costs and household budgets, although changes in international prices do not automatically translate into an immediate change in retail fuel rates.
What motorists should watch
The immediate focus for the Indian fuel market remains the movement of crude oil prices and developments in the Middle East.
If crude prices remain elevated for an extended period, India’s oil import bill could increase and inflationary pressures could become more pronounced. Conversely, any easing of geopolitical tensions and a decline in crude prices could reduce pressure on the country’s energy import costs.
For consumers, the September 3 rates provide the latest snapshot of petrol and diesel prices across major cities. Bengaluru residents were paying ₹110.93 for a litre of petrol and ₹98.79 for diesel, while rates remained higher or lower depending on the city and applicable local taxes.
With crude oil continuing to trade close to the $95-a-barrel mark, motorists and businesses will be watching both global oil markets and domestic fuel pricing closely in the coming days.