Biometric Aadhaar Authentication Mandatory for Subsidised Domestic LPG Refills from 1 October 2026

The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has announced that Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) will become mandatory starting October 1, 2026, for domestic LPG consumers to book refills at the regulated Retail Selling Price with applicable subsidy. The measure aims to ensure subsidies reach genuine households, prevent the diversion of cylinders, and remove duplicate or ineligible connections. As of September 19, 2026, over 27.43 crore consumers (89.9 percent) have completed BAA. Authentication can be performed during delivery, at distributor showrooms, or via Oil Marketing Company (OMC) mobile applications. Consumers unwilling or unable to complete BAA can still receive LPG at market price without subsidy.