Highlights:

• Diesel and kerosene reduced by NPR 4 per litre

• Domestic aviation fuel cut by NPR 1 per litre

• International aviation fuel reduced by USD 7 per kiloliter

• Petrol and LPG remain unchanged

• New diesel prices across depot classes range from NPR 140.50 to NPR 142 per litre

Diesel and Kerosene Prices Drop by NPR 4

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced a NPR 4 per litre reduction in diesel and kerosene prices, effective from Monday. This price cut provides immediate relief to transport operators, industrial users, and households relying on diesel-powered equipment.

Updated Diesel Prices by Depot Class

Depot Class	Regions Covered	New Price (NPR per litre)
First-Class Depots	Charauli, Biratnagar, Janakpur, Amlekhganj, Bhalwari, Nepalgunj, Dhangadhi, Birgunj	140.50
Second-Class Depots	Surkhet, Dang	142.00
Third-Class Depots	Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dipayal	142.00

Aviation Fuel Prices Adjusted

Alongside diesel and kerosene, aviation fuel prices have also been revised:

• Domestic aviation fuel: Reduced by NPR 1 per litre

• International aviation fuel for Kathmandu: Reduced by USD 7 per kiloliter

These adjustments are expected to provide marginal cost savings for airlines, potentially easing operational expenses for domestic and international carriers.

Petrol and LPG Remain Unchanged

While diesel and aviation fuel prices dropped, petrol and cooking LPG cylinders remain at previous rates. NOC has maintained stability in these essential fuels to protect consumers from volatility in everyday household and commuting expenses.

Depot Classification and Regional Pricing

NOC maintains a structured pricing model based on depot classification:

• First-Class Depots: Major border towns and industrial hubs with the lowest diesel prices.

• Second-Class Depots: Mid-tier pricing in regions like Surkhet and Dang.

• Third-Class Depots: Includes Kathmandu and Pokhara, where diesel prices align with second-class rates despite higher logistical challenges.

NOC Fuel Price Features Table

Fuel Type	Price Adjustment	Current Status
Diesel & Kerosene	↓ NPR 4 per litre	Updated across all depots
Domestic Aviation Fuel	↓ NPR 1 per litre	Effective immediately
International Aviation Fuel (Kathmandu)	↓ USD 7 per kiloliter	Updated for carriers
Petrol	No change	Stable
LPG (Cooking Gas)	No change	Stable

Conclusion

The latest NOC fuel price reduction introduces immediate financial relief for diesel users and the aviation sector while keeping petrol and LPG stable for households. With first-class depots seeing diesel as low as NPR 140.50 per litre, the update reflects NOC’s effort to balance affordability with logistical realities across Nepal.