No Change in LPG Booking Rules, Govt Dismisses 35-Day Gap Rumours
No Change in LPG Booking Rules, Govt Dismisses 35-Day Gap Rumours
Claims of revised cylinder booking timelines are false; existing norms remain unchanged, say authorities.
The government has clarified that there has been no change in LPG cylinder booking rules, dismissing widespread reports claiming a mandatory 35-day gap between bookings.
Several media reports and social media posts had suggested that oil companies, including Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL), had introduced new timelines to curb black marketing and improve supply distribution. These claims included different waiting periods for various consumer categories and cylinder sizes.
New Cylinder Booking Rules As Follows:
- Consumers with only one cylinder can book a refill only after 25 days.
- Customers with two LPG cylinders will now have to wait 35 days before booking the next refill.
- Beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana will have to wait 45 days for the next booking.
However, the government has termed these reports incorrect. Officials stated that the current booking system continues as before, with no revisions made to the minimum gap between LPG refills.
Clarification: LPG Refill Booking Timings
— Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas #MoPNG (@PetroleumMin) March 25, 2026
Reports circulating in sections of the news and on social media about changes in LPG refill booking norms are incorrect.
There is no change in LPG refill booking norms.
• Minimum gap between two refill bookings remains:
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Authorities further emphasized that adequate LPG stock is available across the country, and there is no need for consumers to panic or make unnecessary bookings. The clarification aims to prevent confusion and ensure smooth and transparent distribution of LPG cylinders.
