LPG Cylinder Rules Changed: If you are an LPG consumer and have not yet completed your Aadhaar e-KYC, you will not be able to obtain domestic cylinders at the subsidised rate starting today, October 1st. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, LPG customers who have completed their e-KYC will continue to receive LPG cylinders as usual.
What happens if e-KYC is not completed?
Only consumers who completed the process can book subsidised domestic cylinders. However, such customers will have the option to purchase gas at market rates. This includes refilling 5 kg FTL (Free Trade LPG) cylinders. Additionally, 10 kg cylinders—specifically composite fibre cylinders—can be booked at market prices. According to the Ministry, such customers must register by selecting their preferred option on the digital platforms of oil marketing companies.
How to complete Aadhaar e-KYC from home?
If you haven’t completed your e-KYC yet, you can do so in three easy ways. One method is to undergo biometric verification when the delivery person arrives to deliver the cylinder. Alternatively, you can visit the showroom of your respective LPG agency or distributor to complete the biometric verification. You can complete the e-KYC process yourself using the official apps of the three public sector oil companies.
What are the new gas cylinder prices for October?
Effective October 1, changes have been made to commercial gas prices alongside new Aadhaar-related regulations; however, there has been no change in the prices of domestic cylinders. The price of a commercial gas cylinder has increased by ₹62.50, bringing the cost in Delhi to ₹2,810. The price of the 5 kg FTL cylinder has risen by ₹15.50, bringing the total to ₹779.50. Meanwhile, domestic cylinder prices remain unchanged.
Why has the government made e-KYC mandatory?
The government’s primary objective is to ensure that subsidy benefits reach only genuine and eligible families. This measure aims to curb the commercial use of domestic cylinders and eliminate duplicate connections. Notably, the estimated subsidy on a 14.2 kg cylinder in September was approximately ₹210. The government is providing compensation of ₹30,000 crore to oil companies for the financial years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027.