The central government has approved a ₹300 subsidy per LPG cylinder for eligible households in the financial year 2025–26. This initiative is part of the ongoing effort to make cooking fuel more affordable and support low-income families.
Here’s what you need to know about the subsidy, who qualifies, and how it works.
What Is the ₹300 LPG Subsidy and Who Gets It?
The subsidy is aimed at households under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), a scheme designed to provide LPG connections to women from economically weaker sections.
For the fiscal year 2025–26, beneficiaries will receive the ₹300 subsidy on up to 9 refills of a 14.2-kg LPG cylinder. The government has allocated a significant budget to ensure the scheme reaches all eligible households.
Why Is the Subsidy Being Provided?
- To support low-income households in accessing clean cooking fuel.
- To protect consumers from rising global LPG prices.
- To compensate state-run oil companies for losses incurred due to subsidized pricing.
- To encourage regular use of LPG for health and environmental benefits.
Key Changes in 2025
| Feature | Old Rules | New Rules 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Subsidy amount per cylinder | ₹200 | ₹300 per 14.2-kg cylinder |
| Number of subsidised refills | Up to 12 cylinders per year | 9 cylinders per year |
| Wage compensation for oil companies | Partial | ₹30,000 crore allocated for FY 2025–26 |
| e-KYC requirement | Not annual | Mandatory annual e-KYC for PMUY beneficiaries |
How to Check Your Eligibility
- Ensure you are a PMUY beneficiary.
- Your LPG connection should be linked to your bank account for the subsidy transfer.
- Complete your annual e-KYC to continue receiving the subsidy.
- Track your refills the subsidy applies only up to 9 cylinders in 2025–26.
Important Points to Remember
- The ₹300 subsidy applies only to PMUY beneficiaries.
- Annual e-KYC is now mandatory for subsidy continuation.
- The subsidy applies to 14.2-kg cylinders; smaller cylinders receive a proportionate amount.
- Exceeding the 9-cylinder limit means no subsidy on extra refills.
Conclusion
The ₹300 LPG cylinder subsidy for 2025–26 ensures cleaner cooking fuel is accessible to low-income households while keeping oil companies financially sustainable. PMUY beneficiaries should update their e-KYC and monitor their refills to take full advantage of the subsidy.
FAQs
Q: Who is eligible for the LPG subsidy?
A: Only households under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana are eligible.
Q: How many subsidised refills can I get in 2025–26?
A: Up to 9 cylinders of 14.2 kg.
Q: Is e-KYC necessary for the subsidy?
A: Yes, annual e-KYC is mandatory to continue receiving the subsidy.
Q: Does the subsidy apply to 5 kg cylinders?
A: Yes, but the ₹300 subsidy is calculated proportionally.
Q: Why is the government compensating oil companies?
A: To cover their losses from selling LPG at subsidized prices.