Petrol Price in Nepal in Rupees by NOC

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) distributes petroleum products like petrol, diesel, LPG, and aviation fuel in Nepal. NOC adjusts petrol prices in every 15 days in response to changes in purchasing costs. Effective October 1, 2024, NOC decreased petrol prices by 1 rupees, diesel prices by 2 rupees. LPG gas prices is not changed.

Petrol Price in Nepal Today in Nepalese Rupees

In Nepal, the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) sets fuel price in Nepal among three zones based on the geographical status of the country, resulting in varying petrol prices across different areas due to transportation costs. Hence, the petrol price in the country has been subdivided into three Zones. The Petrol Price in Nepal (Kathmandu) is Rs. 158 per litre.

What’s New: To maintain the price, Nepal Oil Corporation decreased the price of petroleum products by 1 rupees for petrol and 2 rupees for diesel. This decrease will greatly decrease the burden on the daily life of Nepalese.

List of Petrol Prices in Nepal (All Areas)

Notice: The decision to increase the Fuel Price in Nepal was made on 2081/06/15 because of a decrease in the import price of Petrol in Nepal.

Petroleum Product	Quantity	Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3
Petrol	Per litre	Rs. 155.50	Rs. 157	Rs. 158
Diesel & Kerosene	Per litre	Rs. 144.50	Rs. 146	Rs. 147
LPG	Per Cylinder	Rs. 1910	Rs. 1910	Rs. 1910
Aviation	Per litre	Rs. 126	Rs. 126	Rs. 126

• Zone 1: Chaarali, Biratnagar, Janakpur, Birgunj, Amlekhgunj, Bhalbari, Nepalgunj and Dhangadi Depot.
• Zone 2: Surkhet and Dang Depot.
• Zone 3: Kathmandu, Pokhara and Dipayal Depot.
• Price is valid within 15km of the nearest depot.

Petrol Price trend

The fuel price has rapidly increased from 2049 to 2081. We can see a slight decrease in price from 2072 to 2074. Petrol, diesel, and LPG gas prices increased after 2074.

Factors Affecting Petrol and Diesel Prices in Nepal

There are several reasons on rise and fall of petroleum products in Nepal. Here are some of the important points.

Global Crude Oil Prices: The cost of crude oil on the international market directly influences petrol and diesel prices in Nepal as the country heavily relies on imported oil.

Exchange Rates: Fluctuations in exchange rates between the Nepalese rupee and foreign currencies impact the final retail prices of petrol and diesel since crude oil is purchased in foreign currency.

Transportation Costs: The expenses associated with transporting petroleum products across Nepal, including distance, infrastructure, and regulations, contribute to price fluctuations of petrol and diesel.

Demand and Supply: Changes in consumer behavior, economic conditions, and unexpected events impact the demand and supply of petrol and diesel in Nepal, thereby affecting prices.

These factors collectively contribute to the rise and fall of petrol and diesel prices in Nepal, making them susceptible to various economic, political, and environmental influences.

List of Depots of NOC in Nepal

• Amlekhgunj Depot
• Bardibas Depot
• Bhairahawa Depot
• Birtamode Depot
• Biratnagar Depot
• Birgunj Depot
• Butwal Depot
• Dhangadhi Depot
• Ghorahi Depot
• Gulariya Depot
• Hetauda Depot
• Janakpur Depot
• Jhapa Depot
• Kohalpur Depot
• Lahan Depot
• Nepalgunj Depot
• Pokhara Depot
• Rajbiraj Depot
• Surkhet Depot
• Thankot Depot

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