India requires Aadhaar authentication for LPG subsidies
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From October 1, 2026, domestic LPG consumers in India must complete Biometric Aadhaar Authentication to continue receiving subsidised gas cylinder refills.
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry announced this rule to ensure benefits reach the correct households and to prevent misuse of cylinders for commercial purposes. As of September 19, 2026, 89.9% of active LPG consumers had already completed the required authentication.
Consumers who do not authenticate will still receive LPG, but they will pay market prices instead of the subsidised rate. People can complete authentication when their cylinder is delivered, at their distributor’s showroom, or through mobile apps like IndianOil ONE, HelloBPCL, and HP PAY, depending on their provider. Those who choose not to authenticate can record their decision through the same digital channels.
The government currently provides financial compensation to oil marketing companies to cover the cost difference between LPG production and the subsidised price, allocating Rs 30,000 crore for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Simultaneously, the government is encouraging consumers with access to piped natural gas (PNG) networks to switch from LPG, but adoption remains low with only around 20% of eligible households converting despite outreach efforts.
