India keeps E20 as default petrol, with premium E0 fuels remaining a niche option

The government has ruled out a return to E0/E10 regular petrol or blending beyond 20%. Indian Oil, HPCL and BPCL will continue offering unblended 100-octane premium fuels, while E85 must be clearly identified at retail outlets.

— Filed Fri, 24 Jul, 2026, 11:12 IST · Source Financial Express · BrandWagon · Updated

India will retain E20 as standard petrol and has no plan to restore E0/E10 or raise blending beyond 20%. Indian Oil, HPCL and BPCL will continue selling unblended premium 100-octane fuels, while E85 requires clear retail identification.

Why this matters

The policy clarification adds to recent Indian Oil fuel-market signals, including commercial LPG cuts of ₹173–₹183.50 from July 1 that eased input costs for QSR and hospitality operators.

retail-company is accelerating, up 1,072,400% QoQ.