Petrol prices in Dehradun change daily after the introduction of the dynamic fuel pricing mechanism in June 2017. There are various factors that affect the petrol price in Dehradun that you might want to understand. Check out the different factors and petrol prices in Dehradun for today.
Crude oil is purchased in the international market in US dollars. The global crude oil cost determines the petrol price in Dehradun as the USD/INR exchange rate plays a vital role. The oil marketing companies (OMCs) pay for crude oil based on the respective exchange rates at the time of buying. They also add a charge for refining and passing the final product to the dealers.
Petrol prices in Dehradun are also hinged on the demand/supply of the product. Due to the increasing number of people using vehicles, the cost of petrol has risen. Also, the state and central governments add value-added tax (VAT) and excise duty, respectively, as part of the petrol tax in Dehradun.
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The petrol rate in Dehradun is revised daily as per the June 2017 policy of dynamic fuel pricing. Fuel outlets reset petrol prices across the state at 06 AM every day. The daily revision improves competitiveness and ensures transparent fuel pricing. Consumers can also check the petrol price rate in Dehradun on the websites and apps of oil companies.
Considering that you have to pay the VAT and excise duty applicable on petrol in Dehradun, petrol is out of the purview of the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Therefore, there is no impact of GST on petrol rates in Dehradun.
FAQs
What is the petrol price in Dehradun today?
The petrol price in Dehradun today (September 27, 2021) is ₹97.68 per litre.
Who decides the petrol price in Dehradun?
The daily Dehradun petrol price rates are decided based on multiple factors. These factors include global cost of crude oil, INR/USD exchange rate fluctuation, import and export charges, refinery fees, dealer commission, central excise duty, and value-added tax (VAT) levied by the state government..
How far can you go on 1-litre of petrol?
The distance that your vehicle can cover on 1-litre of petrol depends on its mileage or fuel efficiency.
