Petrol Price in Leh

The petrol price in Leh changes frequently due to fuel price revision policies, taxation, and supply-chain-related costs. Monitoring these daily movements helps you plan fuel expenses better, especially if you commute regularly or manage logistics.

Below is the latest price trend for the past 10 days.

Date	Price	Price Change
06 February 2026	₹100.67	₹0.0
05 February 2026	₹100.67	₹0.0
04 February 2026	₹100.58	₹-0.09
03 February 2026	₹100.58	₹0.0
02 February 2026	₹100.67	₹0.09
30 January 2026	₹100.58	₹-0.09
29 January 2026	₹100.58	₹0.0
28 January 2026	₹100.67	₹0.09
27 January 2026	₹100.58	₹-0.09
21 January 2026	₹100.67	₹0.09

Petrol pricing in Leh is influenced by multiple external and regional factors. Since Leh is geographically remote and fuel has to be transported from refineries located far away, the final price structure differs compared to most Indian cities.

1. Crude Oil Prices in the Global Market

Global crude oil benchmarks like Brent and WTI influence the petrol price in Leh. When international crude prices rise due to geopolitical tensions, supply disruptions, or production cuts by OPEC nations, retail prices also increase. Since India imports most of its crude, even slight volatility impacts consumer prices quickly.

2. Exchange Rate Fluctuations

Crude oil is traded globally in U.S. dollars. If the Indian Rupee weakens against the dollar, the petrol price in Leh increases because import costs rise. When the rupee strengthens, the pressure on domestic fuel prices reduces, although this benefit may not reflect immediately.

3. Refining and Operational Costs

Once crude oil reaches Indian refineries, it undergoes processing before becoming petrol. Refinery levies, processing charges, operational maintenance, and regulatory fees all contribute to the final petrol rate in Leh.

4. Taxes and Government Duties

Petrol in India is not under GST. Instead, two major taxes apply:

• Central Excise Duty

• State VAT
  

These constitute a significant portion of the price. Because VAT rates vary between states and union territories, final fuel prices differ even if refinery costs remain the same.

5. Dealer Commission and Transportation

Fuel distribution in Leh involves long-distance freight movement through hilly terrain. Transportation challenges during snowfall, high-altitude logistics, and storage overheads result in slightly higher pricing compared to cities located near major refineries or ports.

6. Seasonal Demand Variations

Leh experiences tourism peaks during the summer months. Increased vehicle movement, higher rental activity, and commercial transport demand may influence supply adjustments, which can indirectly affect price trends.

Fuel costs directly affect your travel expenses, commute budget, and general cost of goods (since transport adds to product prices).

• Higher petrol price increases travel costs, especially on long or frequent trips

• In remote regions, fuel cost affects the transport of goods, which raises overall living costs

• Frequent price fluctuations make budget planning harder for households and businesses

You can trim expenses despite the high petrol price in Leh. Smart habits yield real savings. Apply these daily for impact.

Start with vehicle care:

• Keep tyres inflated to manufacturer specs - boosts mileage 10%
• Service the engine regularly for peak efficiency
• Avoid harsh acceleration on steep climbs.

Driving strategies work wonders:

• Fuel up in Leh main pumps, not remote black market spots
• Carry spare fuel in metal cans for emergencies - avoid plastic leaks
• Carpool on shared routes to the Nubra or Manali highway

Lifestyle tweaks help too:

• Rent efficient bikes over SUVs for solo trips
• Use apps for comparing the real-time petrol price in Leh
• Practice steady speeds - save 15% on highways
• Top up before entering fuel-scarce zones like Pangong